Every Star Wars Movie Reviewed - Pt. 2 - The Prequels
The Cosmonaut Variety Hour・2 minutes read
The Star Wars prequels, specifically The Phantom Menace, are criticized for their lack of originality, quality, character development, and illogical plot points. While some aspects like music are praised, overall, the movies are seen as disappointing due to poor writing, lack of coherence, and unengaging characters.
Insights
- The analysis of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace by Red Letter Media reveals significant criticism towards the lack of originality, quality, and coherence in the prequels compared to the original movies, particularly emphasizing the poor dialogue, performances, and character development.
- Palpatine's convoluted and illogical plot, including supporting the Trade Federation, creating secret armies, and orchestrating a war, showcases the absurdity and lack of coherence in his grand plan, contributing to the overall failure of the movie and the disappointment it brought to adult viewers of the Star Wars franchise.
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Recent questions
What are the main criticisms of the Star Wars prequels?
Lack of originality, poor writing, and character development.
What is the positive aspect of the music in Star Wars: The Phantom Menace?
Praised for its music.
How is Palpatine's plot described in the Star Wars prequels?
Involves supporting Trade Federation, secret armies, and war.
What is the impact of Anakin and Padme's romance in the prequels?
Poorly written, lacking chemistry and depth.
What are the main criticisms of the action sequences in the Star Wars prequels?
Long, boring, and poorly choreographed.