Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith (2005, DVD)

This may be, in this humble person's opinion, rival even any of the other 5 movies, even the original 3. This movie definitely has a darker tone, which is a refreshing surprise for the series' now older fan base, and a good return to where the series should be after a less than stellar episodes 1 and 2. Not that any of the six movies shouldn't be in even the casual fan's collection, but this one is an absolute must. It's truly a dissapointment it took until 2005, but it's nice to see George Lucas finally got it right. It seems he saved the best for last. Let's keep it that way, because I honestly don't see any more of a future for this series. Best to go out with a bang.

This movie was worth the wait!!! I would have to say it was the very best of the newest three movies. (I am still partial to Return of the Jedi... it's my favorite) I was wondering if it would be possible to bridge the gap between the two sets of movies, and it was done very well. The acting was superb and the movie sucked you just like the originals. A great movie for all to see. A wonderful movie with another REALLY great part: Ewan McGregor!! *S*

I would have to say that Episode 3 is the best of the prequels. Episode 1 was good, but a slow start with Anakin as a young child. The Trade Federation's characters are plain but when they launch their attack on Naboo- that helps to launch the future of Anakin and Padme. The Pod Race was exciting but too long. The best scenes occur when Qui-Gonn Jinn & Obi-Wan face off against the Sith Darth Maul. Episode 2 was better than 1. Anakin is older and develops a relationship with Queen Amidala. He continues training with Obi-Wan and Count Dooku is introduced as a force on the Dark Side. Anakin begins to show his rebellious attraction toward the dark side which will come to fruition in Episode 3. Episode 3 (this one) was terrific. More of what Star Wars fans wanted to see. Count Dooku, who carries over from Episode 2, is eliminated by Obi-Wann & Anakin. Anakin shows on more than one occasiion that his powers have doubled. Anakin becomes the admired pet of Chancellor Palpatine, who of course becomes even more evil later in the film. Obi-Wan and a group of Jedi goes off to fight the cyborg General Grevious on a far away planet while Yoda teams up with the Wookie armies on their home world. As this is occurring, no one is around to help as Anakin continues to shift to the dark side and commits horrible acts in the Jedi Temple. There is a very emotional scene and highlight to the movie when Obi-Wan learns of Anakins misdeeds and confronts him. And the ending leading up to Anakin becoming Darth Vader was stunning. Very well made and a perfect setup for Episode 4 and the entrance of Luke & Leia. Your best bet is to watch them all in order - that being said - this episode is the best of the new three.

I'm a big Star Wars fan, and remember seeing the original show as a kid. This show did a great job of tying all of the movies together while being a very entertaining show on its own. Great action sequences throughout.
However, I have 3 problems with this that won't allow me to give it the 'Excellent' rating:
1. The little romance scene in the apartment felt out of place and, frankly, poorly done.
2. Anakin's over-dramatization of the end fight scene "I....hate...you..."
3. The whole frankenstein-ish scene where you first see Darth Vader. They could have easily done without stealing the scene from the old black and white Frankenstein movie.

I just cringe when I see those three scenes.