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George Lucas transports audiences back to the future with Star Wars: Episode I, The Phantom Menace, the first instalment of a prequel trilogy in which the director imagines the foundation for the entire six-part saga. Reflecting the symbolic and mythological bases of at least five story arcs, The Phantom Menace wields a newly emerged, youthful vibrancy courtesy of Lucas' invigorating return to the director's chair and his healthy respect for the emotional sources of fantasy. Despite receiving a storm of adverse criticism (notably for Jar Jar Binks) Lucas continually fascinates with his ability to place his characters--some new, some old, some CGI--in the same dramatic situations posed in the original trilogy: whether it be the juxtaposition of primitives with technologically advanced societies or the timeless battle between good and evil, the very familiarity of these recurring scenarios and rhythms galvanises the viewer. Of course, the state-of-the-art visual effects contribute mightily to the final impact. Much has been written about the kinetic Pod Race sequence (compared favourably with the chariot race in Ben Hur) and the War and Peace-style military battles, but even these events are upstaged by the new planetary vistas: consider the Romanesque grandeur of Naboo, the underwater city of Otoh Gunga illuminated by Art Nouveau lamps, the decadent brio of Tatooine, or the dizzying skyscrapers of the city planet Coruscant (imagine Blade Runner in daylight). Despite the beauty of his iridescent images, Lucas exercises discipline, cutting fast within frames filled with rich detail and activity. As a result, The Phantom Menace lends itself to repeated viewings.
On the DVD: This spectacular two-disc DVD set was certainly worth the wait. Simply put, this is the most comprehensive packaging of supplementary materials so far assembled for DVD. Most importantly, Lucas film offers an anamorphic, 2.35:1 film transfer and a highly active Dolby 5.1 audio mix. Disc 1 includes an insightful commentary with Lucas--his first for DVD--and other key personnel, making for a great tour. The bulk of extra treasures can be found on Disc 2, including seven deleted scenes completed just for this set that possess the same quality as the film; in fact, some moments (the "Air Bus Taxi" and "Pod Race Grid" sequences) are so good that Lucas reincorporated them into the film proper. Viewers can also enjoy no less than 12 Web documentaries, five informative featurettes, the popular John Williams music video "Duel of the Fates" and numerous galleries of stills, trailers and television spots. Better yet, Lucas premieres "The Beginning," a 66-minute documentary edited from hundreds of hours of behind-the-scenes footage. This is not your standard-issue studio documentary, instead "The Beginning" is an Oscar-worthy, cinema verityé-style exploration of the creative process behind every aspect of the film's production. One of the most memorable moments involves a late-day visit to the set by Steven Spielberg: watching Lucas and Spielberg behave like kids in a candy store is one more reminder why the Star Wars saga remains enduringly popular. --Kevin Mulhall
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Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace [DVD] [1999]
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By stevie
Format:DVD
Bilgi says:
My favourite film is Star Wars. This episode of Star Wars is amazing. I think It's very fantastic. Star Wars is a science fiction film. This film is relevant for a long time ago now. This is maybe a war film, maybe an action film. My favourite character is Anakin because; Anakin is very good hearted person. When I watched the film I felt happy. I prefer watching films at home because; home is more comfortable.
My favourite film is Star Wars. This episode of Star Wars is amazing. I think It's very fantastic. Star Wars is a science fiction film. This film is relevant for a long time ago now. This is maybe a war film, maybe an action film. My favourite character is Anakin because; Anakin is very good hearted person. When I watched the film I felt happy. I prefer watching films at home because; home is more comfortable.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By hazbo
Format:DVD
The special effects are brilliant, jar jar is hilarious,the battle scenes and the podrace totally blow you away. Why people critisise this they have no idea on a brilliant movie.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Mr Gee
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Great for 5 year old and up. Arguably, the best film of the 6 to date from a modern day kids perspective.
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love it!
Quick delivery and brilliant movie! Perfect movie for my boys.... they connect with little anakin skywalker, they definatly want o be a jedi now!
Published 15 days ago by Claire Fox
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The Price?
It's £40 for a standard DVD format, whereas you can buy the prequel trilogy on Blu-Ray for £30 or go throw the better originals in and get the entire sega for £60.
Published 1 month ago by StayNoLonger
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It's Star Wars!
Some Star Wars fans may not like the prequel trilogy but not me. I love all 6 films and recommend the lot.
Published 1 month ago by Simon
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Star Wars
It was a birthday gift for my Grandson. It arrived when you said it would and he is thrilled with it!
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star wars phantom menace dvd
Fast efficient service. dispatched on day of order and recieved the following day. Would definately recommend 2 friends and family.
Published 3 months ago by simlou
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At last
Arrived in good time and in first class condition. It was nicely packed and arrived without any damage. The DVD plays fine and I have no complaints. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mr. Glen P. Livesey
4.0 out of 5 stars
clean family entertainment
Star Wars the phantom Menace is very good.Ray Park is Darth Maul and he was oustanding!He had captured the essence of a true villain. Read more
Published 4 months ago by John M. Osullivan
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star wars phantom
was glad to find this on its own and not in a set, had the others already but not this one
Published 5 months ago by Mrs T
5.0 out of 5 stars
satisfying film, great extras
this film does have a lot of talking but the action is worth waiting for. Yes it was very disappointing on release and it's not a patch to the originals but still a fun film
Published 7 months ago by Dan
1.0 out of 5 stars
Acting terrible...
...plot terrible, dialogue boring and scenes over stretched. Ok the originals could be a bit cheesey but they were entertaining. this is just dross.
Published 8 months ago by Barry Wom
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