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Triple bill containing Episodes I-III of the hugely popular 'Star Wars' series. In 'Star Wars Episode I - The Phantom Menace' (1999), Jedi Knight Qui-Gon Jin (Liam Neeson) and his apprentice Obi-Wan Kenobi (Ewan McGregor) have come on a diplomatic mission to the planet Naboo, intending to open discussions between the planet's leaders and the heads of the Trade Federation. But when they are ambushed by Federation robots, they quickly realise that the negotiations are merely a cover for a hostile invasion organised by the evil Sith master. Hooking up with Jar Jar Binks (Ahmed Best) and the Naboo Queen Amidala (Natalie Portman), the Jedis manage to escape from Naboo and journey to the trade planet of Tatooine, where Qui-Gon meets a young slave boy named Anakin (Jake Lloyd), whom he identifies as a potentially powerful Jedi. In 'Star Wars Episode II - Attack of the Clones' (2002), Anakin Skywalker (Hayden Christensen) disobeys the strictures of his Jedi training, embarking on a forbidden affair with Padme Amidala (Portman) while his teacher Obi-Wan Kenobi's (McGregor) investigation of assassination attempts against the Senator leads him to the distant planet of Kamino and into the middle of a separatist plot which brings the Galactic Republic to the very brink of civil war. In 'Star Wars Episode III - Revenge of the Sith' (2005), as the Clone Wars rage on, the rift between Chancellor Palpatine (Ian McDiarmid) and the Jedi Council widens. Young Jedi Knight, Anakin Skywalker (Christensen), is caught in the middle, his allegiances torn. Seduced by promises of power and the temptations of the dark side, he pledges himself to the evil Darth Sidious and the Sith Order, becoming Darth Vader. Together, the Sith Lords set in motion a plot of revenge against the Jedi, in attempt to destroy them all. Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi (McGregor) tries to turn his old Padawan learner back to the light side, leading to a climactic lightsaber battle that will shape the fate of the galaxy forever.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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Was bought as a gift but you just have to love Star Wars always. For Christmas, the 2nd part of the saga!!
64 of 84 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
A "mixed" start, but the stunning conclussion makes for a rewarding trilogy!
26 Oct 2010
By GP
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Episode I THE PHANTOM MENACE
Is it really 11 years since The Phantom Menace brought Star Wars back to the Cinema after a 16 year hiatus? The hype and expectation for this movie was probably greater than anything before or since in movie history. What film could ever hope to live up to this hype and expectation? No film ever could. The initial response from fanboys and critics across the world was cries of anguish and pain. Claims of childhoods being raped drowned out the more sensible reflections that actually this movie whilst not particularly great, was as bad as many claimed it was. Now, almost a decade on from the initial release, perhaps the time is right for a more considered view of this film?
The Phantom Menace is the very definition of a "mixed" film. It has both good and bad points, and whether you end up liking this film will depend on;
1. Do the bad points outweigh the good points for you?
2. Do the good points outweigh the bad points for you?
Thus you will find the answer of whether or not this movie works for you, somewhere in the balance of the two.
Some of the bad points; George Lucas's direction is stiff. Lucas hadn't directed a film since 1977 and it shows.
Jar Jar Binks is annoying and tedious and frequently gets in the way, however, as with so many complaints about this film, Binks is NOT as bad as some would have you believe, and you CAN enjoy this film despite the presense of JJB. Children will love Jar Jar, so if you show this film to your 8 year old child, please don't let your loathing of Mr Bink's ruin your child's love for this character. Read more ›
Is it really 11 years since The Phantom Menace brought Star Wars back to the Cinema after a 16 year hiatus? The hype and expectation for this movie was probably greater than anything before or since in movie history. What film could ever hope to live up to this hype and expectation? No film ever could. The initial response from fanboys and critics across the world was cries of anguish and pain. Claims of childhoods being raped drowned out the more sensible reflections that actually this movie whilst not particularly great, was as bad as many claimed it was. Now, almost a decade on from the initial release, perhaps the time is right for a more considered view of this film?
The Phantom Menace is the very definition of a "mixed" film. It has both good and bad points, and whether you end up liking this film will depend on;
1. Do the bad points outweigh the good points for you?
2. Do the good points outweigh the bad points for you?
Thus you will find the answer of whether or not this movie works for you, somewhere in the balance of the two.
Some of the bad points; George Lucas's direction is stiff. Lucas hadn't directed a film since 1977 and it shows.
Jar Jar Binks is annoying and tedious and frequently gets in the way, however, as with so many complaints about this film, Binks is NOT as bad as some would have you believe, and you CAN enjoy this film despite the presense of JJB. Children will love Jar Jar, so if you show this film to your 8 year old child, please don't let your loathing of Mr Bink's ruin your child's love for this character. Read more ›
12 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By hd650
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Lets be honest, the Star Wars prequels have been controversial. Both the prequels and George Lucas have come under a barrage of scathing hatred from so called "fans" of the saga, however I believe that this is wholeheartedly unfair. The prequel's are no where near as bad as some would have you believe. Let's take a moment to dissect if you will the overriding reason some "fans" are criticizing these films. Nostalgia. Full Stop.
They grew up with the original trilogy, and it rightly so holds so many warm and happy memories for them, they are good films. So when these new films came on the radar and somehow challenged something that was, in their minds sacred, was cause for them to lash out. A prime example of this thinking is the Midi-chorians argument, constantly attacked by the "fans" I refer to because, get this, it prevented them from dreaming about becoming a Jedi as it was something out of their control now, it was genetically pre-determined rather than something hard work could unlock. You start to see where I'm coming from here? Nostalgia overriding what is a very logical and good addition to the Star Wars mythology that explains the otherwise vague Force (And explains the gift of the force being passed from Anakin to Luke...)
Fans criticisms about the Prequels are littered with similar comments, but when you probe further you see its all just pointless nostalgia and hurt because something in the prequels has superseded their dreams as a child. Its all an emotional response not based off any logic whatsoever.
Now that we have cleared that up let's talk about the films themselves. By no means am I saying these are masterpieces, far from it, however they are still really good films. Read more ›
They grew up with the original trilogy, and it rightly so holds so many warm and happy memories for them, they are good films. So when these new films came on the radar and somehow challenged something that was, in their minds sacred, was cause for them to lash out. A prime example of this thinking is the Midi-chorians argument, constantly attacked by the "fans" I refer to because, get this, it prevented them from dreaming about becoming a Jedi as it was something out of their control now, it was genetically pre-determined rather than something hard work could unlock. You start to see where I'm coming from here? Nostalgia overriding what is a very logical and good addition to the Star Wars mythology that explains the otherwise vague Force (And explains the gift of the force being passed from Anakin to Luke...)
Fans criticisms about the Prequels are littered with similar comments, but when you probe further you see its all just pointless nostalgia and hurt because something in the prequels has superseded their dreams as a child. Its all an emotional response not based off any logic whatsoever.
Now that we have cleared that up let's talk about the films themselves. By no means am I saying these are masterpieces, far from it, however they are still really good films. Read more ›
By AL.B
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Since I bought the original Star Wars steelbook, for the sake to complete the collection, this is a must buy. Again the blu ray quality is good exception given to episode III where it's really that good in both aspect of the video and audio. Recommended.
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all the world knows these movies.
The steelbook is perfect with great art on front and back cover and in the interior parts.
Only 3 discs (the movies) are in the box, no extra.
The steelbook is perfect with great art on front and back cover and in the interior parts.
Only 3 discs (the movies) are in the box, no extra.
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my seven year old boy is obsessed with star wars, this is the first 3 films I have bought him. he very much enjoys watching them.
By Patr�cia
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This is a great steel box version of the prequel. No extra discs, just the 3 movies and does not need anything else.
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star was, what more is there to say?
great steel-book set, haven't even watched it yet, still in the wrapper.
best sci-fi films ever
cant wait for episodes VII, VIII, and IX!
best sci-fi films ever
cant wait for episodes VII, VIII, and IX!
Published 1 month ago by M. MCPARTLAND
3.0 out of 5 stars
It's entertaining
You can watch it again and again with your children, it' s like a story telling, always the same and always somehow new
So many thing to notice
I suggest it to families
So many thing to notice
I suggest it to families
Published 1 month ago by Maria Letizia
5.0 out of 5 stars
amazing
This was a 6th birthday present for my grandson - he has been riveted to particular scenes ever since and acts out "Luke Skywalker" battles all he time, certainly a hit... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Jackie S
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Exactly what a i need and what i want from Star Wars in Blu-Ray. The previous Blu-Ray Collection box is cool, but i think is common, and for my love of steebooks and no need of... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Victor Botelho Bezerra
4.0 out of 5 stars
enjoyed old star wars
Not watched star wars since way back ' so decided to have the Star wars The Prequel Trilogy and the Original Trilogy steelbook ltd editions to recap on an fantastic George Lucas... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mr. D. Froggatt
5.0 out of 5 stars
For fan only
Le coffret steelbook est top et la trilogie nul besoin d'en parler on la connait.
Cet objet est à posséder pour tout fan de star wars
Cet objet est à posséder pour tout fan de star wars
Published 3 months ago by Christophe Leroy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant
It is Star Wars! What more do I have to say?
My husband wanted the box set on blu ray and this did not disappoint.
My husband wanted the box set on blu ray and this did not disappoint.
Published 3 months ago by Lavinia Urban (Author)
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