One of my Top 10 movies of all time...

Rating: 9/10 (9 July 2001)

I'm one of "those" people that has seen this movie more times than I can count. I first saw it in 1977 as a six year-old with my parents and we waited in line for 1 1/2 hours to get in. I don't remember my first time and I don't remember my last time seeing this movie...but I do remember this movie. And that is what makes it so great.
I've easily seen more than 700 movies but how many do I truly remember, or care to remember? Not many. I've not seen some of the older classics, but Star Wars is definitely a modern classic. It's story may be a patchwork of other great stories, but that does not make it any less of a film.
The actors ALL play their roles well and act within their limits. There is humor, action, suspense, and romance, as well as special effects. Even today these effects are impressive. That is another thing that makes this movie so special... it does not date itself. There is nothing that gives away it was made in the 70s. Generations old and new love this movie and the next generations will love this movie and the sequels.
Seen together the three movies, Star Wars (1997), The Empire Strikes Back (1980), and Return of the Jedi (1983), are by far the best set of movies made. Oh, they have flaws, but nothing can be perfect, although movies should strive for excellence. And that is what Star Wars delivers, excellence. A terrific blend of mythology, philosophy, action, and adventure. A movie suitable for all ages.
I am very picky about how I rate movies, and I give this movie a 9/10. Only one movie gets a 10 in my book, and this is not it. But then, only a select handful of movies get a 9 or better and this is one. Watch this movie and enjoy, it's not the most dramatic or thrilling, but it is one of the most entertaining, and that is what movies should deliver.