Review of Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones (2002) by Brian W — 19 Nov 2015

If I had to pick a least favourite film in the entire Star Wars Saga, it would be "Attack of the Clones". Much like it's predecessor if not more, suffers from convoluted plotting and some underdeveloped characters.

Also in some more broader hindsight the subject matter and themes of the series is better explored and expands the Star Wars Universe in an interesting and exciting way, towards a more pivotal point in the Saga.

While the action, spectacle and special effects are fantastic to witness, once some quite dated otherwise still enjoyable for the film's fantasy element. Even upon addressing the issue Hayden Christensen, he's certainly physically adapted to the role of Anakin, though his line deliveries and drama don't contribute to maturing or developing the character to a further extent throughout the film.

Nonetheless, its a film with plenty of redeeming qualities, including some good casting with Christopher Lee literally playing my favourite villain in the prequel trilogy, while everyone else both physically and mentally adapts to their roles as much as any previous film in the franchise.

If I had to give it some credit, It would have be opening up the biggest chapter in the Star Wars Lore (Clone Wars), and tends to be explored a lot better than just this film alone.