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Production Year: 1999 - Science Fiction - Director: George Lucas - Original Language: English - Classification: Parental Guidance more

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The first of three prequels to George Lucas's celebrated STAR WARS films, EPISODE I: THE PHANTOM MENACE is set some 30 years before the original STAR WARS EPISODE IV: A NEW HOPE in...
more...the era of the Republic. Naboo, a peaceful planet governed by the young but wise Queen Amidala (Natalie Portman), is being threatened by the corrupt Trade Federation, puppets of an evil Sith lord and his terrifying apprentice, Darth Maul (Ray Park). Jedi knights Qui-Gon Jinn (Liam Neeson) and Obi-Wan Kenobi (Ewan McGregor, performing an amazing vocal imitation of Alec Guinness, the older Obi-Wan) are called on to intervene in the trade disputes. Along the way, they acquire an apprentice of their own in the form of young prodigy Anakin Skywalker (Jake Lloyd), or as STAR WARS fans know him, the future Darth Vader. They also encounter Jar Jar Binks (Ahmed Best), a goofy, lizardlike creature who has been banished from his underwater world for clumsiness. When the Trade Federation launches an attack on Naboo, the queen and her allies must battle hordes of robot troopers while Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan face off against the sinister Darth Maul.
One of the most anticipated films of all time, THE PHANTOM MENACE sets the stage for the tumultuous events to come. Lucas fills the screen with detailed sci-fi creatures and locations, revealing the most creative and exquisite sets, costumes, and character designs to hit the screen since the original trilogy.





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Review of Star Wars - Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace DVD by ultrafrosty

Advantages: It's still Star Wars...
Disadvantages: Pretty much the weakest of both trilogies...

...what seemed like forever... MORE STAR WARS!!! The problem is that when it arrived, the anticipation of the original trilogy had given us too much to hope for. For some, The Phantom Menace was more of the escapism magic that Lucas had conjured up for us in our younger years... and for others it was a vast, vast disappointment. I personally liked it though it certainly wasn't on par as a whole as the other three films that had preceded it... but ... Read review

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02.09.2006
(03.09.2006)
You Know You Want It...
Review of Star Wars - Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace DVD by Howiemon

Advantages: Stunning presentaion, quality extras - and plenty of them, DVD identical the world over.
Disadvantages: Frickin' Jar Jar!

...big one, this is a Star Wars movie. Maybe not THE Star Wars movie, and certainly not the BEST Star Wars movie, but a Star Wars movie nonetheless, and arguably the most anticipated movie of all time. Whether the film actually lived up to its enormous expectations is, of course, another matter, and for many the answer to that would be a resounding 'no', but I'm not here to discuss the artistic merits of the movie - that has been done already (and ... Read review

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19.10.2001
(12.12.2002)
Recipe For A Bad Film
Review of Star Wars - Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace DVD by Nameless

Advantages: Some very good scenes, as a standalone film it's pretty good
Disadvantages: Some bad decisions made in the build up to this, overhyped and up against the best sci-fi films ever.

...a great fan of the Star Wars saga I, like most others, was eagerly awaiting the new film. I’ll step back first to give you the idea (if you were on mars for the last 5 years.) The Phantom Menace is the (poorly titled) prequel to the original Star Wars Trilogy (now when the first film says Episode IV we all get it.) Set some 30 years before Han Solo, Chewie and the rest got mixed up with Darth Vader, this film focuses on Vader as a young boy, ... Read review

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27.07.2001
Every saga has a beginning
Review of Star Wars - Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace DVD by VulcanRaven

Advantages: the name 'Star Wars', great actors, music
Disadvantages: it's not as good as it could be!

...30 years before the old Star Wars movies. The old republic is weakened. The commercial federation besieges the weak planet Naboo. Unfortunately the senate cannot undertake anything against it. As last way out it transmits the Jedi master Qui-Gon Jinn and its young apprentice Obi-Wan Kenobi to the commercial federation, in order to hold peace conversations. But one tries to kill them, but they can flee and land on Naboo. There the commercial ... Read review

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11.10.2001
(29.11.2001)
The Force is no longer with us...
Review of Star Wars - Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace DVD by Staggly

Advantages: Good Disc and despite it all it IS star wars
Disadvantages: Three words...JAR JAR BINKS

...bad (at least on a Star Wars level) but thankfully it only seemed to strengthen my admiration and love of the original three…. I suppose that’s something good to come out of it! The film begins with the Trade Federation setting up a blockade against the planet of Naboo. Don’t ask me why this is, either it isn’t explained very well or I just didn’t care to pay much attention. Two Jedi – Qui Gon Jinn (Liam ... Read review

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24.10.2001
The Force ISN'T Strong With This One
Review of Star Wars - Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace DVD by TheNeil

Advantages: See review
Disadvantages: See review

...as much of surprise when Star Wars appears in those Top Films of All Time lists that all too frequently get released. Yes the original trilogy are amazing films (and The Empire Strikes Back is my joint personal top film of all time) and we've all been witness to the excitement generated when George Lucas announced the filming of the first three films in his 9 film epic. Star Wars is coming back. We'll all be able to relive those childhood moments ... Read review

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17.10.2001
I feel like a child again
Review of Star Wars - Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace DVD by EnglishPatient

Advantages: Fantastical CGI, keeps the Star Wars spirit and magic intact, the plain and simple joy of having a fresh adventure to enjoy after all these years
Disadvantages: Non-believers will find nothing here to alter their view, and it could have been a little less episodic and kiddie-oriented at times.

...it comes across on paper, Star Wars - any Episode, be it 1 or 6 - has to be seen to be appreciated. Even reviewing them is rather pointless, but then where would that leave me? Thirty years prior to the events catalogued in Episodes IV, V and VI - with Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker et al - we find some familiar names in vaguely familar surroundings. A youthful Obi-Wan Kenobi (McGregor with an odd delivery that could be excused as an approximation ... Read review

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10.02.2001
(20.02.2001)
Brilliant
Review of Star Wars - Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace DVD by dave27

Advantages: Exciting, gripping, wonderful stuff
Disadvantages: Jah Jah Binks

...first episode of the epic Star Wars history. Star Wars, The Empire Stikes Back and Return Of The Jedi now all seem very long ago, and they were oddly episodes 4, 5 and 6 of the history. The Phantom Menace is where the whole story actually begins and kicks off with the young Obi Won Kenobi (played by Ewan McGegor) and Qui-Gon Jin (Liam Neeson), two Jedi knights entering a star ship. The forces of the Empire are keen on destroying them and an odd looking ... Read review

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08.04.2001
Immense
Review of Star Wars - Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace DVD by dave27

Advantages: Brilliant excitement
Disadvantages: None

...THEN LOOK AWAY NOW! The Star Wars phenomenon of the late 1970's was awe inspiring in its depth and range - it touched an entire generation in a very special way and even prompted those poor unfortunates who had revered Star Trek to consider trying to register the Jedi as an official religion in the census of 2001 - only time will tell whether their goal was achieved. But no time whatsoever is needed to assess the revival of the Star Wars craze, ... Read review

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23.03.2001
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My childhood, re-visited.
Review of Star Wars - Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace DVD by cjkace

Advantages: It's Star Wars, filling in the history of the Skywalkers
Disadvantages: Over hyped, couldn't hope to compare with originals

...to reserve judgement. Even hardcore Star Wars fans seemed to be knocking it in one way or another. First a little bit of personal history. When Star Wars was released I was 7 years old and the cinema in Doncaster where I was going to see it ran a special offer for kids (it was the school holidays) so I ended up seeing this film 10 times in 10 days. It hooked me from the opening bars of the now famous theme music. I was spellbound. Droids, spaceships, ... Read review

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07.04.2001
Invidious comparisons
Review of Star Wars - Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace DVD by thehud

Advantages: Some good bits
Disadvantages: Jar Jar

...with the outcome. The first three Star Wars films (or last three, if you believe George Lucas' bizarre Episode numbering system and arrangement of prequels), dating back to the late 1970's, were a really enjoyable case of masterpieces out of their time, harking back to a prior time when such wonderful and corny adventure films were the staple diet of kids and big kids everywhere. They were so stunning and exciting and very, very different at ... Read review

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04.11.2002
Less exciting than a corporate training video.
Review of Star Wars - Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace DVD by wivabef

Advantages: I bought it on video, so I can fast forward
Disadvantages: I bought it on video, so I wasted $16.95.

I am a huge Star Wars fan. When I saw Episode IV as a young girl, I admired Princess Leia and drooled over Luke Skywalker. The music stirred my spirits, the pace kept me riveted, the chemistry between the characters made me want to step in and take part in the rebellion. What happened to that human spirit in Episode I? There is no banter, no communal humor. Nobody has a crush on anybody; nobody seems torn by duty and family. They are all acting ... Read review

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28.02.2003
Be mindful of the living Force
Review of Star Wars - Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace DVD by Danbuckley5

Advantages: It's Star Wars!
Disadvantages: slightly weaker plot

Star Wars is one of the most popular films ever. It is renowned for its special effects way beyond its time, excellent story line, well acted characters, and the whole atmosphere it creates. Now some may call it strange, but George Lucas conceived 9 Star Wars Episodes, but he wrote episodes four, five and six first - known to us as Star Wars, the Empire strikes back and Return of the Jedi. Oh, the first thing you need to know about this film is ... Read review

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20.04.2001
The first film i truley loved
Review of Star Wars - Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace DVD by stew_b

Advantages: Not enought space to tell you, great film
Disadvantages: dated now i guess, old storyline but thats it

...the camara, then when the star destroyer flew out i was ... i have know idea how to describe it, i was 4 years old and had never before in my life seen anything like it, its just one of those things that will stay with you for life. I was hooked on this as soon as it started and have been ever since, it was defently Georgey boy's finest hour (or finest lot oh hours as i took a long time to make). If you have never seen Star Wars, i pity you, ... Read review

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01.05.2001
Surely The Greatest Of Them All...
Review of Star Wars - Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace DVD by Gonda

Advantages: Great plot, characters, actors, effects, everything!
Disadvantages: None!

Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace had just finished. I was in the cinema, sitting there, gob-smacked. At that point, the only word I could think of to describe Episode 1 was, “Wow.” In my opinion, Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace, is not just the best Star Wars movie, it’s one of the best movies ever. I’d always been a fan of Star Wars, ever since I saw A New Hope, and I was looking forward to watching ... Read review

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