Star Wars - Episode I: A Vergence in the Force

Review by zackepple — December 15, 2009 @ 12:26 am

*This rating was given before reviews were required*

Review by white43 — February 8, 2009 @ 4:03 pm

I’m not sure who widely considers this to be the best TPM edit out there – especially when it says that on all 3 ADM edits for Star Wars!

Personally, I think Attack of the Phantom is almost perfect as it removes all the bits I despised the most(rather than ADM’s version). Anyway, I digress.

I like ADM edits, this editor has done some of my favourite edits thus far, such as Blade Runner.

Here though, I feel the edit just hasn’t gone far enough. Jar Jar is still annoying, the Neimoidians are still dodgy-Chinese, stupid dialogue still exists. Re-inserted scenes like the waterfall scene don’t really add to the story. I’ve previously watched Balance of the Force by Magnoliafan – and this went so much further to improve the film. This is more subtle and maybe for some OK. I wanted more.

Man he barely cut anything. Sure some of the most offensive things are gone (midichlorians, poop, etc.) but there is still so much pain to be had watching this. Tech side was solid.

A/V Quality - 10
Editing - 10
Narrative - 8
Enjoyment - 3 (original 2)

Recommended drink: Mike’s Hard Lemonade (Black Cherry)