A 70 Minute Explaination on why “Star Wars: the Phantom Menace” sucked

Posted on December 19, 2009 in Filmmaking 360 | No Comments

Mike from Milwaukee puts together an epic review of “Star Wars: the Phantom Menace”. This is not just a blathering fan-boy rant, but a well crafted and often side-splittingly funny review of the suckage that was episode 1.

“In this opening segment I discuss the major flaw of The Phantom Menace which is the characters and the lack of connection with the audience.”

“Part two now focuses on the second biggest problem with the Phantom Menace, the story. The mystery plot lacking direction and emotional involvement was really the other big problem. No tension, no drama, no stakes. Characters aimlessly follow along the events.”

“Paaaaaart 3. Shit just got real.”

Part 4.

“Part 5 focuses on the real “Phantom Menace” which is Qui-gon Jinn. His character makes no sense as do his actions. I also focus on Anakin Skywalker and how that character sucks too.”

Part 6: “Things that don’t make sense at the ending and an analysis of light saber duels”

Part 7: