Review of Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999) by John%20 D — 15 Dec 2017

It's the only SW movie that I've never owned.

This review of Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999) was written by John%20 D on 15 Dec 2017.

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Joshua F (508) on 12 Dec 2018

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By Dan_Cruise (2) on 21 Dec 2019

Star Wars Episode 1 The Phantom Menace Perfectly captures and expands on the universe that George Lucas created back in 1977…

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The story line is amazing and is a must watch for anyone who has not seen yet…

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By Davidlammy (2) on 20 Dec 2019

Complex plot, the characters were sublime and full of personality and character, there was loads of backstory and lore added to the SW franchise…

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