The best sequel I've seen thus far...

Rating: 10/10 (10 February 2001)

The Empire Strikes Back has got to be the best sequel film thus far in motion picture history. The main thing that makes it stand out is the fact that it is very dark and different like Citizen Kane. Han & Leia's love/hate relationship is a great detail among the many other great details in the film.
We also have that great score that produced the powerful "Imperial March" which is one of the most recognizable pieces of music ever composed. Along with that in the score is other great climatic music. Too bad they gave the Oscar to that dude who composed the score for Tess. I wasn't too impressed with that one.
Then there are the sound effects. They were a bit ahead for the time and very interesting. Ben Burt is a technical mastermind.
Then we also have a great cast. Granted most of the actors/actresses were reprising roles, but they still did well. I for one am a bit disappointed Billy Dee Williams wasn't nominated for an Academy Award for playing Lando, but I also understand not everyone can be nominated.
Hopefully Episode II will bring some of the elements from Episode V to make up for Jar-Jar in Episode I. Have a nice day! =)