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EPISODE II
DARKNESS EMERGING
"The Galaxy is in a period of precarious peace. Corruption and greed have
reached new heights in the Galactic Senate, as Supreme Chancellor Palpatine
enters his tenth year as ruler. He continues to gain support from members of
the Senate, as the political body continues to rot from within.
In a similar disintigration, schisms have begun within the ancient Jedi
Order. Factions have emerged, the Jedi Knights argue over their purpose, and
over the very nature of the Force itself. Also, the Jedi are divided over
Anakin Skywalker. Nearly all believe that he is the Chosen One, spoken of in
an ancient prophecy, but some believe that he will bring balance to the
Force by serving the Dark Side.
Chancellor Palpatine's home planet of Naboo is now ruled by the
newly-elected Queen Jamilla, while the former Queen, Amidala, now serves her
home world as Senator Padme Naberrie, alongside Jar Jar Binks and Boss Nass
of the Gungans. She and the Gungans struggle to serve Naboo in the Senate,
and to preserve the very tenuous peace and stability found therein."
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The film's events open in traditional Star Wars fashion, panning toward, and
zooming in on, a number of starships careening through space. These ships
are all from the peaceful planet of Naboo. Alongside the tiny fleet of Naboo
Starfighters is the Royal Naboo Starship. Presumably, Senator Padme Naberrie
is aboard the large, stately vessel. Among her companions on this voyage are
R2-D2, and her new Security Officer, Captain Typho. Both are aboard the
small, yellow Nubian fighters. The group is shown approaching the
center-world of Coruscant.
Unbeknownst to our noble heroes, a powerful & evil faction has begun to plot
a most nefarious deed. The large Royal Starship no sooner reaches Coruscant
than it suffers a massive explosion. The other smaller craft are much
luckier, and survive the arrival intact.
We learn that the explosion was intended to kill young Senator Padme, but
has ultimately proven a failure. Continuing her tradition of disguise and
misdirection, Padme has piloted one of the small Naboo attack craft, and has
placed Corde, one of her loyal handmaidens, aboard the Royal Starship in her
stead. Now, much to Pamde's sorrow, her friend has died in her service. We
are witness to a tearful scene in which Padme laments the death of her
servant, guardian, and friend.
As Padme has journeyed to Coruscant to participate in some particularly
important Senate sessions and legislating, Captain Typho pleads with her to
stay her course, and proceed to the the halls of the Galactic Senate. In
addition to Typho's counsel, Padme shares the frightening and tragic news
with Jedi Knights Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker. These scenes serve as
the film's introduction of the two young Jedi heroes. Although she is
emotionally decimated by the loss of her handmaiden, Padme heeds the advice
of Typho and the Jedi. She continues toward her legislative business in the
Galactic Senate Chamber.
The Senate Rotunda is filled with hidden passageways, secret inner-sanctums,
and back-door linkages between many Senators' private chambers. This sort of
construction encourages secret alliances between political officials,
including Supreme Chancellor Palpatine himself. In these early scenes, we
shall encounter Senator Bail Organa, from Alderaan, Uv Gizen, who has
replaced Mas Amedda as the Chancellor's Aide, Senator Orn Free Taa, and
Senator Toonbuck Tura. Mas Amedda also now serves as a Senator.
We quickly learn that the Senators' secret alliances promote deception,
corruption, and lies within the governing body. In private, Uv Gizen informs
Palpatine that the Royal Naboo Starship has indeed been destroyed, but that
Senator Padme still lives. A decoy, instead, was killed. Much to Gizen's
surprise, the Chancellor reacts with poise and confidence, rather than with
the expected anger and frustration. Palpatine tells his aide that the
situation can be used to their advantage. As Chancellor, he will inform the
Senate that Padme has been horribly assassinated, a claim which will be
supported by the decimated starship. Should Senator Padme actually arrive,
so much the better. Palpatine shall appear to be relieved that she still
lives. However, a hired assassin will wait in hiding within the walls of the
Senate Rotunda, prepared for Padme's arrival. If the Senator does appear,
the assassin will carry out standing orders to execute her from afar.
The two scheming officials emerge from their secret meeting, as Chancellor
Palpatine informs the Senate of the tragedy which occured on the landing
platform. He gives the Senate his false news of Padme's death. This horrific
event, he delcares, is nothing more than an additional reason to support the
proposed legislation for the creation of a protective Clone Army for the
Republic. Droids, he again asserts, have proven ineffective and inferior
over time. The time has come to move on, and to create military clones to
ward against such tragedies and injustices in the future.
Senator Padme arrives just in time to participate in the ultra-important
discussions concerning the cloning proposal. As planned, the assassin sends
down a deadly shot, but it fails to meet its mark. Palpatine has yet again
failed to assassinate Padme... but he has succeeded in enhancing the
portrayal of an unacceptable climate of violence in the Republic. The
Chancellor cries that assassination attempts within the Senate's very walls
are simply intolerable. If the galaxy's Senators are not safe on Coruscant,
Palpatine posits, then no one is truly safe. Again, he states that action is
called for; chaos must not be allowed to rule. The Chancellor calls, once
again, for support of the pending Clone Army legislation. For now,
Chancellor Palpatine is satisfied to have patience. Due to the recent
violence and tragedy, the Senate session is called to a close, and voting on
the all-important Clone Army legislation is postponed.
Meanwhile, we learn that the wheels have already been set in motion to begin
the creation of a secret army of cloned soldiers, hidden from the eyes of
the Republic and the Senate. The dastardly, scheming Darth Sidious is at the
helm of this ship, and is aided by a Rogue Jedi Knight known as Count Dooku.
Dooku resides on the red, rocky planet of Geonosis. He and his Master have
contracted the creation of the secret Clone Army out to an
easily-manipulated people known as the Kaminoans, residing on the
water-world of Kamino.
The choice of Kamino as a base of operations for their covert cloning
operation is a simple one for Dooku and Sidious. Two ingredients are
required for the production of human clones: the raw materials, and the
power needed to support the massively energy-intensive process. Since human
beings are composed primarily of water, Kamino is a logical choice. Although
Kamino does not possess the resource required to power the cloning process,
the evil duo knows of a world which does... Naboo.
Naboo is the sole home of the one of the natural resources required for the
cloning process. This resource is a by-product of Naboo's unique geological
make-up. Chancellor Palpatine himself has known this for some time, and was
one of the main supporters of the construction of the Theed Generator
Complex on his homeworld years ago. Indeed, he was present, and very
prominent, at the complex's opening ceremony. Palpatine knew, even then,
that there would come a time when his homeworld's indiginous geological
riches, and the power of the enormous generator complex, could be made to
serve ulterior motives.
News of the horrific events within the walls of the Senate spreads quickly,
most notably to the Jedi and their Council. Obi Wan and Anakin take to the
night-time streets of Coruscant in Anakin's speeder vehicle, and chase down
would-be female assassin Zam Wessell. After an exciting and lengthy chase
through the dark and sinister streets of Coruscant's nightlife, they arrive
at a chic and boisterous Coruscant Nightclub. Upon her arrival, shortly
before that of the Jedi, Zam Wessell enters the club, and attempts to get
lost in the large crowd, and dark, smokey atmosphere. The two Jedi are
momentarily halted outside the club by the bouncer upon their arrival, but
manage to use their a few of their more subtle Jedi skills to ultimately
gain entrance.
Upon entering the club, the Jedi encounter another resistance to progress,
this time in the form of a boy by the name of Elian Sleazebaggano. This
young man has nothing on his agenda but mischief, which is evident by his
offer of narcotics to the two Jedi Knights. The Jedi refuse his offer, but
they still have been stalled in their pursuit of Padme's would-be killer. In
the end, the Jedi chase Zam out of the back of the club, and into the alleys
behind. Their murderous prey within their grasp at last, they begin to
interrogate Wessell with regard to the assassination attempts. Why is
Senator Padme Naberrie dangerous to the establishment? Who, specifically,
perceives her as a threat? Who would benefit from her death?
Wessell's words of confession are ended prematurely by a fatal shot dealt by
the ruthless Jango Fett, a most familiar looking bounty hunter lurking in
the shadows above the dark alley.
The Jedi's chase has ended only for the assassin to be assassinated. Jango
manages to escape the scene without further incident. The Jedi escape,
fortunately suffering only from wounds of frustration. In addition to their
injured ambitions, however, the Jedi also come away from the incident with
an invaluable piece of evidence. It is this singular clue which will prove
to be much more enlightening than anyone could possibly guess. This artifact
is the deadly Kyber Dart, which Jango Fett used to murder and silence Zam
Wessell.
Obi Wan Kenobi tells his young Padawan Apprentice that he knows just the
individual who can help them unravel the implications of the mysterious
weapon. The two Jedi travel to a Coruscant eatery known as Dex's Diner,
owned and operated by none other than Dexter Jettster. The huge reptilian
creature proves himself to be quite helpful. He tells the two Jedi that this
mysterious weapon's full name is the "Kaminoan Kyber Dart", and that its
production occurs on one planet alone, the water-world of Kamino. Feeling a
bit better that they now have a trail to follow, the two Jedi thank
Jettster, and make for Coruscant's more familiar ground.
After discussing the situation with Padme, the Jedi make their way to the
Jedi Temple and a meeting with the Council. Naturally, the members of the
Jedi Council are most curious about the situation, especially in light of
recent defections and dissent among the Jedi themselves. Involved in these
discussions, among others, are Yaddle, serving as the Jedi Librarian &
Keeper of Records, including ancient Sith writings, and the Jedi Academic
known as Madame Jocasta Nu. The discussions take a dark turn, and for a
short time, deal with former Jedi Knight, Count Dooku. After the Battle of
Naboo, and the death of fellow Jedi Knight Qui-Gon Jinn, this once great and
noble Jedi left the Order in disgust. Dooku refused to be controlled by what
he perceived as a tight leash, held by the hand of the Chancellor. Dooku
refused to live any longer as a servant and galactic policeman for the
Chancellor. It was, in fact, this very relationship which Dooku blamed for
Qui-Gon's death. Since his departure, Count Dooku's motives, actions, and
personal alliances have been shrouded in mystery. The Jedi warn that
powerful Rogue Jedi Knights such as Dooku would be dangerous and formidable
foes, should they turn to the Dark Side. Warnings are given to be alert and
vigilant. Trust is a increasingly rare commodity in the galaxy.
After numerous discussions, some more private than others, the Jedi Council
arrives at their decisions. First,they declare that Senator Padme is in
imminent and mortal danger on Coruscant. Clearly, she requires protection,
and must seek refuge on another planet until these mysteries have been
solved, and the perpetrating villains neutralized. They decide that Anakin
Skywalker should serve as Padme's companion and bodyguard. The Council
declares that the two are to travel to Padme's homeworld of Naboo, such that
she can enjoy the safety and serenity of familiar surroundings and family.
In addition, the Council decides that Obi-Wan must travel to the distant
water-world of Kamino in an attempt to learn more about the mysterious Kyber
Dart, and the forces which lie at the root of the deadly conspiracy against
Senator Padme. Master and Padawan part ways for the time-being, each
following their own destiny, each striving to carry out the mission which
the Jedi Council has given them. The audience, however, has the priviledge
of accompanying both heroes as the story's details continue to unfold.
As previously mentioned, numerous members of the Jedi Order have defected
over the last few years. Many left due to the authority which the Supreme
Chancellor wields over the Order. As the troublesome and controvertial
relationship between the Order and the Chancellor has not yet been altered,
the Jedi Council reports to Supreme Chancellor Palpatine regarding its
decisions, and discloses to him the details of the situation.
We follow Anakin Skywalker and Padme Naberrie aboard a Republic Starship,
and travel to the distant world of Naboo. We are treated to a number of
interpersonal scenes during which the relationship between the two
characters continues to develop, and from which a powerful romance blossoms.
Next, we watch as Obi-Wan Kenobi races off to the watery home of the
Kaminoan Kyber Dart, in search of answers, and seeking conspirators. Little
does Kenobi know that his quest will provide him with much more information,
and place him in much more danger, than that for which he originally
bargains.
Supreme Chancellor Palpatine digests the information from the Jedi Council's
irksome report. Darth Sidious then contacts his servant, Count Dooku, on his
barren, rock-world home of Geonosis. Sidious informs the Count that Kenobi
is en route to Kamino, and will soon stumble upon the cloning operation
headquartered there. Such a discovery, Sidious warns, will produce a
cornucopia of dangerous and probing questions. Such questions, the Sith Lord
asserts, cannot be afforded at present. Sidious commands Dooku to take
whatever actions are necessary to bring Kenobi's meddling to a swift end.
Obeying his master, Count Dooku contacts one of his right-hands, the bounty
hunter Jango Fett. He informs Fett that Kenobi must not be allowed to live,
or to continue to report his discoveries to authorities on Coruscant.
Obediently, Jango Fett departs, and makes his way to intercept Kenobi, in an
attempt to put a stop to his investigation as well as his life.
Elsewhere in the galaxy, Padme and Anakin are now nearing the end of their
peaceful journey to Naboo. As it turns out, the two enjoy one another's
company even more than either of them anticipated. Romantic tension is
building between the couple, and is palpable once they reach their
destination.
Upon reaching Naboo, the young couple browses through some of the market
areas of Theed. They do some shopping in preparation for their visit with
Padme's family. During these scenes, we witness the continued growth of the
relationship between the two. A bit later, we find that they meet with the
Naberrie family, and and find sanctuary at the family's secluded lake home.
We are treated to views of most every area of the dwelling, both inside and
out, including bedrooms, kitchen, living quarters, and balconies.
As if it were clairvoyant foreshadowing of the young man's future and dark
destiny, we watch as Anakin sleeps restlessly one evening. It is clear that
he is dreaming, and that his dream is most troubling. Anakin perceives his
mother Shmi to be in mortal and imminent danger upon their homeworld of
Tatooine. Unable to rest, the young Jedi Apprentice rises from his bed, and
takes refuge on a balcony outside. Anakin seeks solace from the troubling
dream through meditation, and is facing away as Padme approaches from inside
the house. She senses that she might be intruding, and announces to
Skywalker that she shall leave him in peace. To the contrary, Anakin
responds that it is her very presence which will bring him serenity. She
stays, and the two work toward calm together in the nighttime air of Naboo,
beneath the twin moons, shining stars, and clear night sky.
We rejoin Obi-Wan Kenobi on his journey to the water planet of Kamino. Upon
arrival, the Jedi is greeted by Lama Su, the planet's Prime Minister. Like
Dexter Jettster, the people of Kamino appear to be reptilian, and are also
quite friendly. During his visit to Kamino, Lama Su gives Obi-Wan a tour of
the Cloning Facilities in an effort to assure the inquisitive Jedi that all
is well with their operation. A key question arises: who commissioned the
cloning operation to begin with? Lama Su tells Obi-Wan that a Jedi Knight by
the name of "Sido Dyas" was the initiator of the program.
Not exactly tranquilized by what he has seen, Kenobi reports to the Jedi
Council by way of hologram. He tells them about the planet, its inhabitants,
the cloning operation, and the supposed initiator of the cloning project,
"Sido Dyas". Upon hearing his report, the Jedi Council becomes
extraordinarily suspicious. It seems to Jedi Masters Yoda and Mace Windu
that someone is producing clones in an effort to stage some sort of
decimating military attack. Considering all the recent debate and pending
legislation surrounding the production of clones in the Galactic Senate, the
Jedi propose that corrupt Senators may be behind this operation. The Council
also decides that the Chancellor should be informed of the curious
developments immediately. The Council instructs Kenobi to keep them informed
of all events which transpire between his departure from Kamino, and his
return to Coruscant. They suggest that extreme caution is in order.
Kenobi prepares to depart from Kamino, and make his way home toward
Coruscant. He reaches the landing platform which marked the beginning of his
mysterious visit to the waterworld. Upon his arrival, he sees something that
his eyes at first do not quite believe. Jango Fett, the murderer of Zam
Wessell back on Coruscant, and the deliverer of the Kaminoan Kyber Dart, is
headed toward his ship. His boy, the young Boba Fett, scampers up the
boarding ramp to the safety of the ship's interior.
As soon as the bounty hunter has the valiant Jedi Knight in his sights, he
opens fire with one of his powerful blasters. With that shot, a battle scene
which could easily be the most impressive Lucasfilm effort to date erupts
between the two combatants.
Four factors make this combat sequence incredibly unique and gripping. First
are the traditional Jedi combat techniques of Obi-Wan Kenobi, arguably one
of the better wielders of a lightsaber in the Jedi order, and the
more-is-better, high-horsepower combat philosophy of Jango Fett. These two
styles clash bitterly, and the result is, quite literally, electric. Adding
to the excitement, we have the third explosive element, which is the eerie &
foreboding whether. Kamino's climate consists largely of constant storms.
Cold rain, driven by relentless wind, deluges the two combatants. The
result, both visually and dramatically, is quite unlike anything ever
witnessed in SW before. Their numerous weapons are pelted by the driving
rain, and the sizzle of this duel rises to quite another level. Sparks are
flying and the Kaminoan air is continuously split by the crackling of the
clashing weapons. In addition to the weather, the many features of the
surrounding environment, and the seemingly endless arsenal of Jango Fett
bring this sequence exploding to life.
Enter the critical fourth element. The final ingredients which make up this
incredible and intense duel are a couple of presences. One is
straightforward and very familiar, while the other is much more subtle and
nostalgic. First, we are treated to the Prequels' first glimpses of the
infamous Slave I. In addition, we are treated to the presence of a very
familiar character. This time, however, the figure is but twelve years of
age.
As Jango Fett grapples with his Jedi opponent in the torrents outside,
little Boba Fett looks on from the ship's cockpit. In an eerie foreshadowing
of his own future, however, Boba Fett does not sit idly by, while his father
exerts himself in combat. Far from it. Little Boba Fett has a surprise for
the young Jedi as well.
We learn in this film that Jango Fett has made an arrangement with Count
Dooku regarding the production of the clone army. Fett has allowed himself
to be used as the template for the clones, in exchange for receipt of the
first clone produced. This clone is none other than his boy, the young Boba
Fett.
Surprisingly, the battle ends in a virtual stalemate, with the Fetts
streaking away from Kamino aboard Slave I. The Fetts, however, have departed
with something for which they did not bargain. Obi-Wan has managed to lob a
long-range tracking device onto the Slave I, thereby allowing the Jedi to
keep tabs on the nefarious bounty hunter and his youthful clone companion.
Obi-Wan considers himself lucky to be alive after his encounter with Jango
Fett, and knows that he is even luckier to have the ability to track the
bounty hunter's travels aboard Slave I. We see Kenobi contact the Chancellor
and the Jedi Council again, updating them on the situation. The Council
becomes increasingly concerned about Obi-Wan, and the situation in general.
Palpatine, privately, is greatly disappointed with Jango Fett's failure, and
begins to recognize that things are quickly coming to a head.
Meanwhile, back on Naboo, we see that Anakin's serenity has truly been
shattered by the dreams he has had of his mother. The safety of his mother
has, in a way, become more important to the young Jedi than the safety of
Padme. Anakin contacts the Jedi Council, informs them of his dream, and his
fears surrounding his mother. Masters Yoda, Mace Windu, and others instruct
Anakin to stay on Naboo, and to continue to protect young Padme. Privately,
Yoda's fears regarding Anakin's training, future, destiny, and temperment
are beginning to be confirmed...
At one of the story's critical junctures, Anakin decides to disregard the
orders of the Jedi Council, and journey to Tatooine in spite of their
instructions. He knows, however, that he is still responsible for Padme's
safety, and accordingly, he brings the young Senator with him on his journey
to his homeworld. We see that Anakin's intentions are often pure, although
his emotions often govern his actions. Anakin's headstrong nature continues
to be revealed, and it is clear that he is becoming increasingly less
"teachable"...
The young couple utilizes a different mode of transportation on their way to
the arid world of Tatooine. They sacrifice the comfort of the Republic
Cruiser, in favor of a more pedestrian cargo ship. This decision is largely
attributable to the fact that their departure from Naboo has been forbidden
by the Jedi Council, and must be kept a secret. R2-D2, loyal and trustworthy
as ever, accompanies the young heroes on their journey toward the desert
planet of destiny. As the journey is lengthy, and entertainment is nearly
non-existant aboard the minimalistic ship, the romance between the two grows
continues to develop. At this point, previously-unspoken romantic tension
yields to overtly-expressed affection.
Between our adventures shared with Obi-Wan on Kamino, and those of Anakin,
Padme, and R2 on Naboo, we witness a number of scenes on the center-world of
Coruscant. These sequences indicate that the galaxy's tenuous peace is
giving way to an overwhelming atmosphere of unease, possibly even impending
doom. The Jedi Council continues to be concerned. Two of their brightest
young Knights are in grave danger. Obi-Wan has been put in peril through his
non-wavering commitment to duty. Anakin Skywalker is also in danger, yet his
is largely of his own making.
We rejoin Kenobi aboard his ship, and rocket away from the stormy surface of
Kamino. Kenobi picks up the signal being emmitted from the tracking beacon
attached to Slave I. Although he does not yet know Jango's destination, he
plots a course for the bounty hunter's ship, and unwittingly makes way for
even greater peril. As Obi-Wan approaches Slave I, Jango realizes that he is
being followed, and quickly discovers the identity of his pursuer. In a
scene quite remeniscent of another which appears in Episode V, we see Jango
pilot the Slave I into an asteroid field in an attempt to evade Obi-Wan, and
kill him in the process. Ultimately, Jango's efforts are unsuccessful, yet
just barely. Obi-Wan's ship actually gets into enough trouble to convince
Jango that the young Jedi has been killed. The bounty hunter and his boy
proceed toward the asteroid-encircled world of Geonosis, home of the
sinister Count Dooku.
Homing in on the tracking device still attached to Slave I, Obi-Wan escapes
the asteroid field, very lucky, once again to be alive. He continues to
follow the bounty hunter toward his mysterious destination. As the Jedi's
ship reaches the orbit of Geonosis, he is met with an astounding discovery,
one which is far too familiar for comfort. In orbit above the rock-world are
numerous Droid Control Ships of the Trade Federation. Again, Obi-Wan curses
the day on which the nefarious Nemoidians and their greedy Trade Federation
were dealt with so leniently. The Galactic Senate, in response to the
Federation's invasion of Naboo ten years ago, did virtually nothing to
discipline the greedy and violent organization. If the events on Naboo were
any sort of accurate prognostication, Obi-Wan reasons, then surely there
must be another enormous droid army laying in waiting down on the surface of
Geonosis. Slowly, the vast conspiracy, some of its orchestrators, and its
implications, are coming into full view for the Jedi Knight. Interestingly,
he is one of the first in the galaxy to realize the full scope of the situat
ion. Civil War, if not certain doom, is surely imminent.
Fortunately, Kenobi manages to land his craft on the surface of the barren
rock-world without further incident. Surveying the surface of Geonosis, he
notices that many enormous stalagmite formations cover the ground, and
vaguely resemble some of the man-made towers on the surface of Coruscant.
The Jedi Knight makes his way for one such tower, and gains entrance through
a small window. If SuperShadow has read this far, he deserves a medal.
Feeling that he is now in relative safety, Kenobi decides that it is time,
once again, to send reports to Coruscant. He reports to the Supreme
Chancellor regarding the presence of the Federation's Droid Control Ships,
and asserts that a droid army must be present on the planet. Palpatine
assures him that he will alert the Jedi Council to the situation, and that
Jedi reinforcements will be sent to Geonosis immediately to bring the
situation under control.
In response to Kenobi's report, Darth Sidious makes contact with his
servant, Count Dooku, residing on the surface of Geonosis. He tells the
Count that Kenobi still lives, continues to uncover their plans, and
continues to send troubling reports back to Coruscant. He also warns his
dark servant of the batallion of Jedi Knights which is now en route to
Geonosis. The Sith Lord instructs his servant to make appropriate
preparations, and to be ready to deal conclusively with the Jedi. Sidious'
deadly trap for the Jedi is all but in place.
Elsewhere in the galaxy, Anakin and Padme travel on to Tatooine in search of
his mother, Shmi. Upon their arrival, however, Anakin finds that much about
his homeworld has changed. Chief among these changes are his mother's living
circumstances. Anakin cannot find her in their old residence of Mos Espa.
Taking the next logical step, Anakin then seeks out his former Toydarian
owner, Watto. Interestingly enough, the Toydarian's fate has also undergone
a great many changes. He's broke, nearly crippled, and no longer owns any
slaves. He was forced to sell them long ago to pay off many of his gambling
debts. Anakin presses the Toydarian for information on his missing mother.
Under pressure, Watto informs Anakin that Shmi has married a man by the name
of Cliegg Lars, and now lives with Cliegg and his son Owen at their
homestead near the Jundland Wastes of Tatooine.
Anakin continues his maternal search, with his new love Padme in tow. The
young couple arrives at the Lars homestead, and encounters Cliegg's son
Owen, along with his girlfriend, Beru Whitesun. Anakin learns through his
newly-found step-brother that Shmi has ventured out into the desert. Fearing
even moreso for her safety, Anakin decides to pursue his mother, and leaves
Padme behind at the homestead with Owen and Beru. During these scenes, we
are reunited with C-3PO, and finally witness the cosmetic completion of the
golden droid.
In a scene similar to that of Luke searching for his lost R2 unit in Episode
IV, Anakin rushes out into the desert on a borrowed swoop-bike in search of
his mother. During his trek across the Jundland Wastes, he receives help and
directions from a Jawa he encounters. When the young Jedi finally locates
his mother, his reaction is one of horror. She is being viciously mauled by
a group of Tusken Raiders. As Tuskens are easily frightened, they scatter
upon Anakin's raucous arrival, and his reaction to the horror he has
witnessed.
Skywalker mother and son are reunited at long last, but the moment is
absolute misery. The two exchange some final words as Shmi expires in her
son's helpless arms. Anakin is mentally and physically paralyzed with grief.
Our devestated hero spends the night in the desert, alone, grieving his
mother, keeping a watchful eye over her lifeless body.
Throughout the night, Anakin has time to think about, and meditate on, the
tragedy that has befallen his mother. One conclusion he draws is that he,
himself, may be to blame. Had he not left his mother, this would not have
happened. Who, however, is responsible for his separation from Shmi in the
first place? The Jedi Order, of course, Anakin concludes... Seeds of hatred
and anger have been successfully sown in Anakin's head. A very serious
emotional rift between Anakin and his teacher, Obi-Wan Kenobi, finds its
genesis at this point in our story, as young Skywalker's fate continues to
unfold.
As the twin suns of Tatooine rise above the horizon, Anakin pays his last
respects to his beloved mother. Shortly thereafter, the young Jedi notices
activity in the distance. Who are these people, acting so boisterously in
the early morning? None other than the Sandpeople of Tatooine. Unwilling to
restrain his emotions any longer, yielding to the overwhelming emotions
within, Anakin embraces his yearning for revenge. With a look of hatred on
his face, we see the young Jedi ignite his sword, and proceed toward the
Tusken family, at play in the distance...
Anakin has just had his first taste of the power which the Dark Side of the
Force can offer. He has exacted revenge upon those who savagely murdered his
beloved mother. Upon returning to the Lars Homestead, Anakin receives
another crushing blow, and Fate appears to be determined to crush our young
hero's spirit. As if the horror he has just endured with his mother were not
enough for him to bear, Anakin returns to find Cliegg Lars injured, and
extremely critical of Anakin's behavior.
As Anakin speaks to Cliegg about the murder of Shmi, turmoil begins to
emerge. Cliegg speaks to Anakin of how happy Shmi was with him; such
lamentations begin to produce fiery jealousy within the Padawan. As the
conversation continues, Cliegg voices his opinion that Anakin's desire for
adventure, and his association with the Jedi Order are ultimately
responsible for Shmi's death. Anakin now finds rage mixing with the jealousy
already present within him. Cliegg's accusations directed toward the Jedi
only serve to add fuel to some of Anakin's thoughts of the night before.
Perhaps the Jedi are truly to blame in this tragedy. Tempers begin to flare
during the discussion, as emotions are running high. Owen is present during
these events, and also tells Anakin that he thinks it would be best for
everyone if he were to discontinue his involvement with the Jedi.
During the proceedings at the Lars homestead, Skywalker receives a hologram
transmission from Kenobi. The teacher instructs the student to make his way
to Geonosis immediately so that he may assist in the ensuing battle. Padme
knows of the conflict on Geonosis, and will also have a role to play in the
battles which are about to unfold. Anakin, emotionally decimated, and unsure
of who to believe about anything, departs from his homeworld of Tatooine
with Padme, R2 & 3PO, vowing never to return.
We now travel to Coruscant. In response to Obi-Wan's reports, relayed
through Supreme Chancellor Palpatine, The Jedi Council has decided to send a
two-pronged task force to Geonosis. It is quite likely that we shall see the
incredible Jedi Starship streaking through space as the Jedi forces journey
toward Geonosis. The entire Jedi Council is in command of the mission.
Master Mace Windu leads a large group of Jedi on the surface of the planet.
Alternately, Jedi Plo Koon & Ki-Adi Mundi are at the head of a smaller task
force, on a mission aboard one of the Federation's Droid Control Ships. The
venerable Master Yoda is present as well, and becomes entagled in the action
sequences which follow.
On the surface of Geonosis, we learn that Obi-Wan has been captured by the
forces of the enemy. The young Jedi Knight shall be used as the bait in
Sidious's dark scheme. His suffering on Geonosis will serve to draw his Jedi
bretheren toward a deadly ambush. Count Dooku, Poggle the Lesser, Nemoidian
Nute Gunray, and bounty hunter Jango Fett look on as the death-bed Jedi
Knight is brought into the Battle Arena. Kenobi is lashed to a detention
post in the middle of the battleground. With Kenobi on display in the Arena,
all of the pieces of Sidious's plot against the Jedi are in place. Now, the
evil Sith Lord waits for his prey to be drawn into the trap. The Jedi
Knights, and the soon-to-be Darth Vader are all on their way to destiny.
Obi-Wan Kenobi, aware of what is transpiring, is powerless to warn any of
his doomed allies until it is far too late.
As the Jedi forces arrive at Geonosis, they separate into the pre-arranged
task forces. Led by Jedi Master Mace Windu, the first batallion arrives on
the surface of the rock planet, and soon finds itself at the Battle Arena. A
few of the noble knights enter the arena in an attempt to rescue Kenobi from
whatever fate awaits him. The trap is now sprung. While watching from above
in a hidden alcove, Dooku, Poggle and Nute Gunray of the Nemoidian Trade
Federation let loose their army of droids. Jango Fett looks on with the
villains, along with his boy, Boba Fett. Innumerable Battle Droids,
Destroyer Droids, and SuperDroids roar into the arena with the mission of
annihilating the Jedi. While the Jedi battle against the mechanical enemies
in the arena below, the villainous spectators are caught off-guard as Master
Mace Windu suddenly appears in the hidden alcove behind them. The evil group
disperses, with Windu and Jango Fett finding themselves amidst the deadly
chaos on the arena floor below.
As if the droids were not enough to handle, the Reek is unleashing its
terror upon the forces in the arena as well. This horrible beast is a
combination of the Rancor of Jabba's Palace, and a dewback, with a nose ring
thrown in for good measure. More of the noble Jedi Order emerge into the
arena in an effort to destroy the droids. Things quickly get out of hand as
more Jedi Knights and Federation Droids pour into the arena, vying for the
upper-hand in the situation. As if separated from the rest of the
combatants, Mace Windu and Jango Fett are locked together in combat. The
Reek becomes interested in the battle between the two, and quickly causes
the situation to spin out of control.
Meanwhile, high above the Arena Ambush on Geonosis, in orbit around the
planet, the small Jedi task force led by Plo Koon and Ki-Adi Mundi have
infiltrated one of the Federation's Droid Control Ships. The Jedi task force
work their way toward the heart of the Droid Control Ship, and the controls
therein.
In the Battle Arena below, Mace Windu is victorious against both the
horrific Reek, and the bounty hunter Jango Fett. The bounty hunter's
helmeted head falls to the sand of the arena floor. A horrified young Boba
Fett looks on as Jango is struck down by the Jedi Master. Darth Sidious,
meanwhile, lurks in the shadows, witnessing the results of his
carefully-orchestrated plan. Despite Jango's death, the Sith Lord is pleased
with the way in which the events have unfolded. Although Mace Windu still
lives, many of the Jedi who came to this planet now lie lifeless on the
arena floor. Others have become entangled in a seemingly unwinable battle
against inumerable Battle Droids, Destroyer Droids, and SuperDroids. The
Jedi know they cannot flee, but it seems equally impossible that they will
emerge victorious from this battle. Intriguingly, as the choas and violence
continue, we see Slave I streak away from Geonosis with a solitary young
passenger safely aboard...
Obi-Wan Kenobi has been set free by his Jedi bretheren, and now races out of
the arena on foot, in pursuit of Count Dooku, who has fled the scene toward
his starship's hangar closeby. Much of Sidious's purpose for Obi-Wan has
already been served. Jedi Master Mace Windu is within the Sith Lord's
merciless grasp, many members of the Jedi Council have been killed, and most
importantly, young Anakin Skywalker is moments away from Geonosis. The Jedi
Purge has begun...
Anakin Skywalker arrives on the surface of Geonosis, along with the dynamic
droid duo, and Padme, his young love. Crucial to keep in mind at this point
is Anakin's tumultuous mental and emotional state of being; he is nearing
critical mass. As his fuse burns short, he finds himself embroiled in an
argument with Padme regarding what they ought to do in order to assist in
the Republic military effort. In conclusion, we see the two separate, in a
scene which pulls heartstrings. We may be reminded of the initial separation
of R2 & 3PO upon their arrival on Tatooine in Episode IV. Anakin races off
on the surface of Geonosis, making his way toward a reunion with his master,
Obi-Wan Kenobi. Padme, meanwhile, makes way toward her place at the head of
one of the Republic batallions.
The broiling conflict taking place on the surface of Geonosis which pits the
Jedi & Republic forces against the droid armies is visually spectacular, and
equally emotionally-devestating. Many Jedi lose their lives in the conflict.
Fortunately, and unbeknownst to them, help is on the way from the least
likely of places...
Serving as the film's climactic action sequence, we watch as Anakin and
Obi-Wan become entangled in a deadly lightsaber duel with the highly skilled
Count Dooku in the hangar which holds the Count's starship. Master Yoda
ultimately becomes involved in this sequence as well.
During the spectacular conflict, we watch as the Dark Jedi toys with his
opponents, both mentally and physically. Dooku is a master swordsman, and
exerts little effort defending himself against the slashing attacks of the
Jedi. Sensing the futility of their attacks against the veteran villain, the
Jedi become frustrated. Dooku derives a sadistic pleasure from seeing his
opponents grow angry, and decides to exasorbate the situation by separating
the two warriors from one another. We shall be reminded of the separation of
Kenobi from Jinn in the fateful battle in Episode I. This time, however, it
is the student which remains entangled in the battle, and the Jedi teacher
who is kept at bay.
Dooku is aware of the secret regrets and fears lurking in the hearts of his
opponents, and uses this knowledge to his advantage. We see Dooku stoking
the flames of Kenobi's frustration through separating him from his Padawan
learner. The Dark Jedi taunts Kenobi about the death of Qui-Gon, and about
the inevitable failure of the Republic, keeping the Jedi at bay
single-handedly all the while.
Dooku taunts young Skywalker as well, speaking to him of the power of the
Dark Side, which he knows Anakin has experienced and enjoyed. He twists the
emotional and mental knives within Anakin in an attempt to drive the young
Padawan to his breaking point. During this sequence, as Obi-Wan is kept away
from the battle, we see Anakin grow increasingly angry and fearful. His
attacks on the Dark Jedi grow in savagery and power, and Dooku is
momentarily caught off-guard by the enormous power and potential which
Skywalker exhibits. Instead of falling victim to Anakin's emotionally-fueled
attacks, Dooku praises the young Jedi for his strength. He confirms for
Anakin that this effectiveness is a by-product of unleashing the powerful
emotions within himself, and following his heart instead of the foolish Jedi
Code. Deciding to deliver the final crushing blow, Dooku informs Anakin that
his beloved Padme has died in battle, outside on Geonosis. The Count's words
continue to fuel Anakin's emotional fire, and bring him nearer to the Dark
Side with each passing moment.
Shortly, Obi-Wan is reunited with the two combatants, and senses that his
young apprentice is aflame with anger, fear, and hatred. Kenobi hears the
Count's report of Padme's death, and knows that this will indeed be a
crushing blow to his Apprentice. In an attempt to pull Anakin back toward
emotional stability, he instructs his Padawan to avoid dwelling on the death
of his young lover.
At another critical juncture of Episode II's story, we see that Anakin hears
his teacher's words, but does not receive the message Obi-Wan intends.
Instead of feeling supported and encouraged, Anakin takes his master's words
as a horrible confirmation of his young love's demise. The result,
emotionally, is more than Skywalker can bear. In what is perhaps the
emotional high point of the film, we see Anakin Skywalker's emotions explode
in a violent fury of Dark Side energy. Not only does the Padawan become
physically effective against the Dark Count, but he begins to strike out
against his own Jedi teacher as well. Skywalker's potential power through
the Force become clear as Anakin succumbs to the strength and seduction of
the Dark Side of the Force.
This incredible sequence comes to an end with Count Dooku hurling metal and
machinery toward the Jedi. Yoda becomes embroiled in the conflict, and
finally drives Dooku to flee aboard starship, docked in the hangar. The Dark
Jedi will surely live again to battle another day.
We rejoin the battle out on the surface of Geonosis, and see that the
valiant Jedi forces are being overwhelmed by the enormous droid army.
Miraculously, clone forces from the planet of Kamino arrive, and begin to
battle the droids alongside the Jedi. Again, we see that Sidious actually
presides over both sides of the situation. The Kaminoan clones have been
sent to aid the Jedi in their cause, so that Palpatine and Sidious's cloning
effort will appear to be nothing but heroic in the eyes of the Republic and
the Jedi. Although the production of clones was never approved in the
Senate, the cloned forces now come to the rescue of the Jedi and the
Republic on Geonosis. The Clone Wars have begun, and sadly, the noble and
ancient Jedi Order is on the decline.
High above the surface of Geonosis, the Jedi forces led by Plo Koon and
Ki-Adi Mundi successfully destroy the master controls aboard the ship,
thereby deactivating the innumerable Federation Droids below on the planet's
surface. Unfortunately, their victory is a tardy one, and many of their
noble Order have already been slaughtered in the bloodbath orchestrated by
the Sith Lords.
Although a number of Jedi emerge from the situation with their lives,
including Yoda, Plo Koon, Anakin, Obi-Wan, and others, the overall result
for them, and the Repulic, cannot be labeled as a victory. Many Jedi have
lost their lives, the Sith Lords still live, and Anakin Skywalker has been
drawn even closer to the Dark Side of the Force. The Jedi Knights depart
from Geonosis, making their way back to Coruscant, aware that the Galaxy is
now poised at the beginning of Civil War.
Meanwhile, the Count retreats to his corner of the proverbial ring as well.
Irony is palpable as Dooku returns to Coruscant as well. Upon his arrival,
the Count meets with Master Sidous, and the two acknowledge that all in all,
their efforts have been successful. The political climate is changing more
and more toward their liking, and the Clone Wars themselves have begun. They
are equally pleased by the turmoil which is evident within the hated Jedi
Order.
Anakin Skywalker and Padme Naberrie are united once again, and make their
way toward Naboo. The two young lovers are married during the final moments
of this chapter of the Star Wars saga. This event, however, is very
bittersweet. Again, Anakin chooses to follow his emotions and personal
ambitions, rather than the Code of the Jedi Order. The two are married in a
very small, private and secluded ceremony on Naboo, the Naberrie family in
attendance. It could be said that the wedding is held in secret due to the
fact that marriage of a Jedi Padawan is forbidden by the Order. That, in
reality, is sure to be one of the more interesting aspects of SW2. Will
Padme be aware of Anakin's leanings toward the Dark Side, and how his
dangerous tendancies may affect their lives, and those of their family, far
into the future?
In Conclusion...
Whatever the circumstances, rest assured that when this chapter of the story
comes to an end, it will leave the audience in a very complex emotional
state. It is a terrible shame that Shmi Skywalker has died, and we feel
horribly for her grieving family. Our loathing for Chancellor Palpatine
continues to grow, as he draws ever nearer to his self-proclamation of
Emperor. Sadly, the Jedi Order suffers crushing external attacks, while
cancerous divisions continue to rot it from within. Few members of the Jedi
Council still live, and many of the Order's noble Knights have been killed
in battle. We are overjoyed that Obi-Wan Kenobi has survived his brushes
with death, but are frustrated with some of his actions. We are relieved
that Padme has been protected from danger, but feel pity for her, in that
her marriage may contain some dark secrets of which she is unaware. On both
a large scale, and a small one, the galaxy is falling into a period of choas
and turmoil.
Lastly, our emotions toward Anakin Skywalker, ironically, are as convoluted
as those within the Jedi Padawan himself. He has witnessed his own mother's
own murder, and has been blamed for the tragedy by new-found family. His
relationship with his Jedi teacher is problematic, and although he has
suffered tragedies beyond his control, we see that much of his misery is
self-inflicted. Most troubling about the young Jedi Apprentice is that
although he has problems, he seems prone to dark choices, instead of heeding
friendly instruction from some of those who care about him. Clearly, Master
Yoda was right. This boy's future is very clouded.
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...è da considerarsi attendibile? E, se sì, di quanto (in percentuale)?
Me lo chiedo perchè, se veramente le cose andranno così, mi sa tanto che
dovranno vietarlo ai minori di 18 anni...
Au revoir.
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*nonché*
ambasciatore della setta degli Oscuri in usenet,
*nonché*
schiacciatore a due mani ufficiale in free.it.sport.basket.nba,
*nonché*
scopritore talenti indie in it.arti.musica.rock,
*nonché*
pericolo pubblico #12566940 in ICQ,
*nonché*
amante delle trash-signs spreca-banda.
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 ha scritto nel messaggio:
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Se avete scritto ciň che penso Lord, preparatevi ad una fine prematura.
Vabbč che č in inglese, ma scrivere una cosetta tipo: "spoiler" all'inizio
no?
No perchč se no mi vedo costretta ad andare negli states a maggio 2002,
vedere Ep II e poi spifferare tutto il film qui sul NG.
:)
Teta


Azz... forse lo faccio tradurre... ^_______^
Ciao
--
Netracer
-Maestro e consigliere strategico del New Jedi Order-
-Collegato telepaticamente con Shmi Skywalker-
Seguace della teoria della Forza Vivente
In prima linea nella lotta ai Sith.
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 vedere Ep II e poi spifferare tutto il film qui sul NG.
E sarà già troppo tardi... fidati.
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 Azz... forse lo faccio tradurre... ^_______^
Sono sempre più convinto che, se EP1 può essere considerato il film Disney
di Star Wars, questo sarà il Terminator 2.
E il conte Dooku diverrà presto la nuova impersonificazione dello strapotere
Oscuro, da quanto ho letto.
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E farà la fine di tutti gli oscuri? ^______^
Morirà da pirla in E3 magari...
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 Morirà da pirla in E3 magari...
Eh, questo non si sa.
L'unica cosa certa è che nel 2 sarà il vero e proprio "mattatore".
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Beh, un ottimo film è quello dove ci sono degli ottimi antagonisti.
^_________^
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E tu, squallida puttana, vorresti essere un'Oscura?
Nemmeno se tu leccassi per trenta ore la passera sudaticcia di Nyarly
potremmo dimenticare questa tua uscita.
Kuros

 2".
Lo farò solo quando la notizia sarà ASSOLUTAMENTE attendibile.

 potremmo dimenticare questa tua uscita.
Amico, mi spiace che a te non interessi un gran che di SW, altrimenti
rovinerei la sorpresa proprio a te.
Fidati, sarò più oscura di voi in molte cose.
:)
Teta

dovranno vietarlo ai minori di 18 anni...
Premetto che non ricevo conferme o smentite alle informazioni che
appaiono sulla rete da un bel po'. La mia fonte americana, che mi
confermava le notizie che piazzavo sul sito, non è più disponibile,
semplicemente perchè non lavora più alla produzione del film (o almeno
così mi ha detto).
Da quello che so, la trama che hai riportato contiene sicuramente
molti degli avvenimenti che vedremo in Episode II.
Il problema grosso è che al momento sappiamo della presenza di alcune
scene, ma non della loro collocazione all'interno del film, e non
abbiamo ancora nessuna informazione su quello che Lucas girerà tra
pochi giorni a Londra. Per dirla in poche parole, la trama che hai
postato contiene decisamente elementi che vedemo in Episode II, e da
quello che so io la percentuale potrebbe essere superiore al 50%. Ma
allo stesso tempo ci sono moltissime cose che vengono date per
scontate ma sono in effetti solo speculazioni dei fan messe lì per
dare continuità ad una serie di elementi.
Inoltre ci sono dei dettagli che non figurano in questa trama, ad
esempio la moltitudine di diversi personaggi secondari che stanno
venendo alla luce. 
Il fatto che Jar-Jar abbia un ruolo così piccolo ad esempio potrebbe
non essere dovuto ad un suo ridimensionamento, come molti sperano, ma
al fatto che si tratta di un personaggio digitale.
In conclusione, direi che questa trama potrebbe essere vicina alla
verità, ma alla luce degli elementi che abbiamo, possiamo confermare
solo alcune scene o i nomi dei personaggi. 
Personalmente, la prenderei per "abbastanza buona", almeno fino a
quando non sbucherà la sceneggiatura da qualche parte (e poi il
film...ovviamente). :-)
Come ho avuto modo di dire già un paio di volte in passato, IMHO le
premesse perchè Episode II sia un filmone ci sono tutte. Ma rimango
cmq molto cauto verso una trama come questa. Preferisco sapere piccoli
dettagli confermati al 100% piuttosto che tutta la trama di cui non so
cosa sia vero e cosa sia inventato dai fan.
Jinn©
...
*Presente su IFSW dal 1998
 (in maniera molto discontinua)
*Webmaster - Prequels Italian Headquarters
 
http://digilander.iol.it/swih/
 [ormai defunto]

 Beh, un ottimo film è quello dove ci sono degli ottimi antagonisti.
Infatti non penso che Lucas abbia scomodato una vecchia gloria del cinema
come Chris Lee per fargli interpretare un personaggio di poco conto... : )
Già pregusto. Penso che sarà un personaggio memorabile!
Ciao,
Beppe.
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Rappresentante in fase meditativa del Consiglio Jedi
Già venerabile Mentore del Cavaliere Jedi Mabou
Collegato telepaticamente al latitante Lazarus Long (Laz, torna!)
Collegato telepaticamente a Cinzia Nedjem (i suoi occhi sono i miei occhi)
Terepashii de Callista to tsunagatteiru (boku wa dokonimo me ga aru)
Collegato telepaticamente ad Alkaid (per vedere anche a 1000 parsec)
Collegato telepaticamente a Milady (nei più remoti avamposti imperiali)
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ROTFL
Già morta prima di iniziare l'apprendistato.
Kuros

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Anno 79 dell'era spaziale...una guerra spaventosa è scoppiata tra la
Confederazione delle isole spaziali e il principato di Jion, i combattimenti
nel solo primo mese di guerra hanno causato la morte di oltre 10 milioni di
uomini e sono già 8 mesi che la guerra si trascina senza nè vinti nè
vincitori.

 potremmo dimenticare questa tua uscita.
Azzz....
Sto via qualche giorno e arrivano nuovi niubbi....
Ciro,lo sai che sono rigorosamente etero....
       Ny

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 riguardo i MC ?
Non saccio...
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 Ep II sara' davvero piu' lungo di 2 ore...
Beh non è quella ufficiale.
E poi anche se durasse 2 ore e mezza non ci vedrei nulla di male...perchè il
Gladiatore sì e SW no?
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