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Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith is a 2005 American epic space opera film that is the sequel to The Phantom Menace (1999) and Attack of the Clones (2002). It is the sixth film in the Star Wars film series, the third installment in the Star Wars prequel trilogy, and third chronological chapter of the "Skywalker Saga".
May 19, 2005 · With Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman, Hayden Christensen, Ian McDiarmid. Three years into the Clone Wars, Obi-Wan Kenobi pursues a new threat, while Anakin Skywalker is lured by Chancellor Palpatine into a sinister plot to rule the galaxy.
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The sixth and final installment of the Star Wars saga, directed by George Lucas, follows Anakin Skywalker's fall to the Dark Side and his duel with Obi-Wan Kenobi. See critics' reviews, ratings, trailers, and where to watch the movie online.
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May 19, 2005 · Discover the true power of the dark side in Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith. Years after the onset of the Clone Wars, the noble Jedi Knights lead a massive clone army into a galaxy-wide battle against the Separatists.
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By Simon Cardy
Updated: Jun 1, 2022 11:34 pm
Posted: Jun 1, 2022 10:16 am
This review contains full spoilers for episode three of Obi-Wan Kenobi, now available to view on Disney+.
Episode 3 of Obi-Wan Kenobi gives us what we’ve been waiting for. The return of Vader thrills as he’s reunited with his former master for the first time in 10 years, and displays the brutality that comes with his legend. It’s a fantastic sequence that follows an uneven beginning to the chapter, but ultimately excites as to what may be lying ahead.
As we reach the halfway point in the season bridges are starting to be built, not only between the beginning and end of this chapter in Obi-Wan’s life, but also the wider gap between Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope. Kenobi is the catalyst of Vader's revenge and the source of Leia's hope – the balance in the force personified – which requires him to remain level-headed when all around him shifts. It’s something he struggles with as the stakes become increasingly more personal.
It's easy to draw comparisons with The Mandalorian, what with it being another Star Wars show about a veteran warrior escorting a child to safety, but this episode felt more akin to Cormac McCarthy's The Road. Not just in its American South-looking location either, but in the way Obi-Wan recalls how the world flourished before Leia was born. This more sombre approach to storytelling fits perfectly with where we find both our lead character and the Galaxy, both at their lowest points.
This more sombre approach to storytelling fits perfectly with where we find both our lead character and the Galaxy.
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The hold the Imperials have during this era is put on full display in both the impressively imposing looking architecture of the Inquisitor base, to more subtle – and arguably chilling – displays of evil infiltrating society like a worn flag on the back of a cart. However, in the darkness is where the light shines brightest, as sitting in this cart gives Obi-Wan a chance to reminisce about both his and Leia's lost family. It's a touching moment that further strengthens the bond between Leia and her new friend Ben.
Obi-Wan Kenobi’s premiere is a surprisingly emotional chapter in the larger Star Wars saga. It’s layered and weighted, paving well-plotted pathways for what could be a very satisfying journey for the last(ish) Jedi. While not as accomplished in the action department as The Mandalorian, and (maybe) killing off one of its best characters a few episod...
Read the full Obi-Wan Kenobi Episode 1 and 2 Review
That was really my biggest criticism of Obi-Wan as a show so far – its action. The opening half is quite low-octane, and while there's no comically slow chase scene this time, the highlight is a couple of underwhelming blaster fights. The plot plods along, more concerned with reinforcing bonds established in the first two chapters than hitting plot beats. But all that changes in an absolutely thrilling final third.
Vader breathes new life into the show the moment he arrives.
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Vader breathes new life into the show the moment he arrives. The silhouette is unmistakable and the darkness that fills it unrelenting. It's Hayden Christensen as we've never seen him before, brutal and unforgiving as he brushes townsfolk aside, using his signature force choke and snapping necks like he's popping bubble wrap. It's a stark and savage display of power and something we've not really seen since the thrilling climax of Rogue One.
Then comes the moment he unveils his red lightsaber for the first time for Obi-Wan to see – a moment that confirms all the fears he had about his former Padawan. The fight is beautifully staged as red and blue cut through the darkness, echoing Empire's iconic misty duel between Vader and Luke. The choreography hits a satisfying sweet spot between the restraint of the original trilogy and excess of the prequels.
Yes - More than once!
Yes - Ben needs one chance to redeem himself
No - Vader's established his dominance
No - They've had too many encounters already
Episode 3 of Obi-Wan knows what we want and delivers it in riveting fashion, even if it does take a little while to get there. A new high point for the series comes as Obi-Wan reaches his lowest, separated from Leia and being hunted by a full-strength Vader. It serves as a great piece of standalone entertainment, but crucially for a show reaching i...
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A new high point for the series comes as Obi-Wan reaches his lowest.
Simon Cardy
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