I was "forced" to see this so as to come full circle

Rating: 9/10 (28 May 2005)

I remember seeing Star Wars and The Empire Strikes Back way back when and those are still two of the best cinema experiences I have ever had-just blew me away- whereas the last two were so painful I wasn't sure there was any way to spark or rekindle the franchise. Luckily, I believe it was saved with this film. This was a very entertaining film. I couldn't stomach the first and second prequels but this movie is a worthy edition to the Star Wars family. For those who have been panning this film- lighten-up- it is not perfect but it is awfully good. The acting is better- good enough not to bog it down. The action and story blow forward at light-speed and do not disappoint. I really had a good time. One question- did anyone else see the Milleneum Falcon at the docking station early in the film when Annakin, Obi-wan and Senator Palpatine return from space after the initial battle/rescue sequence? I swear I saw it or a ship that looked just like it. If anyone can confirm this it would be appreciated. Could be a nice little trivia nugget.