NFBT: GazReview: “Revenge of the Sith” - Page 2

Gaz · 07-01-2005, 07:18 AM

Mrs. Gaz and I finally took in the last [or third] Star Wars flick last night. Waiting was a good thing, since the theater was nearly empty. Score!

The eye candy was exceptional and the sound shook my very bones. ŰberKudos to the SFX and sound people. Truly awesome.

So how can such a visually stunning film be so flat as to suck all the fun out of two+ hours of my life?

“Revenge of the Sith” is a series of frenetic fight/chase sequences interrupted by lame and ponderous dialogue that grounds the film to a complete halt. After the actors spout some cheesy platitudes or ominous forebodings, we are off on another fight/chase. Eventually, we end up with everyone in the right place for Episode 4. The whole thing is an exercise in marking time and placing pieces on the board to fit the opening of “Star Wars.”

The entire film depends on the actor playing Skywalker. That role is critical and demands a powerful presence. Hayden Christensen does not have the acting chops to carry the role. An awful casting choice that only accents the lame dialogue and plot. To be fair, he did a passable job with “petulant.” There was zero chemistry between him and Portman. If you do not believe that Skywalker loves Padme so passionately, so fiercely that he would abandon everything he believes in for her sake, the movie flops. Well, I did not believe him and the movie flopped.

The absurd presence of Samuel Jackson did not help the film. I like Jackson as an actor, but he was another awful casting decision. I did not for a moment believe his character. He was always Samuel Jackson playing pretend and doing it in an awkward way.

THE GOOD:
• Eye candy.
• Sound.

THE BAD:
• Plot.
• Script.
• Acting.

“Revenge of the Sith” gets 2 Hoots. There was very little fun to be had.

xoxo~
Gaz
Disappointed in a BIG way.

Taco John · 07-01-2005, 02:33 PM

Is Hayden gay? My wife will be disappointed in that.

Pants · 07-01-2005, 03:00 PM

The funny part is, Hayden is boning Portman in real life. Lucky motherfucker.

Red Dawg · 07-01-2005, 05:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gaz

Mrs. Gaz and I finally took in the last [or third] Star Wars flick last night. Waiting was a good thing, since the theater was nearly empty. Score!

The eye candy was exceptional and the sound shook my very bones. ŰberKudos to the SFX and sound people. Truly awesome.

So how can such a visually stunning film be so flat as to suck all the fun out of two+ hours of my life?

“Revenge of the Sith” is a series of frenetic fight/chase sequences interrupted by lame and ponderous dialogue that grounds the film to a complete halt. After the actors spout some cheesy platitudes or ominous forebodings, we are off on another fight/chase. Eventually, we end up with everyone in the right place for Episode 4. The whole thing is an exercise in marking time and placing pieces on the board to fit the opening of “Star Wars.”

The entire film depends on the actor playing Skywalker. That role is critical and demands a powerful presence. Hayden Christensen does not have the acting chops to carry the role. An awful casting choice that only accents the lame dialogue and plot. To be fair, he did a passable job with “petulant.” There was zero chemistry between him and Portman. If you do not believe that Skywalker loves Padme so passionately, so fiercely that he would abandon everything he believes in for her sake, the movie flops. Well, I did not believe him and the movie flopped.

The absurd presence of Samuel Jackson did not help the film. I like Jackson as an actor, but he was another awful casting decision. I did not for a moment believe his character. He was always Samuel Jackson playing pretend and doing it in an awkward way.

THE GOOD:
• Eye candy.
• Sound.

THE BAD:
• Plot.
• Script.
• Acting.

“Revenge of the Sith” gets 2 Hoots. There was very little fun to be had.

xoxo~
Gaz
Disappointed in a BIG way.

You have really gone over board Gaz. None of these movies have good dialouge or good acting. Everyone knows this and I'm sure you really did not expect better in this one. What makes these movies is the story and concept of Jedi's. Cool space battle's and light saber duels.

Expecting good acting and intresting conversation is foolish when watching any of them.

**the Talking Can** · 07-01-2005, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Gaz

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So how can such a visually stunning film be so flat as to suck all the fun out of two+ hours of my life?

you've defined Lucas' only true talent...ruining good movies....

Archie F. Swin · 07-01-2005, 05:12 PM

CHristiansen was actually pretty damn good in "Shattered Glass". Though not as good as Peter Sarsgaard.

**Rausch** · 07-01-2005, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Metrolike

The funny part is, Hayden is boning Portman in real life. Lucky motherfucker.

Indeed...

Archie F. Swin · 07-01-2005, 05:15 PM

In the "Trilogy"(eps.4-6) making of, Harry Ford makes it quite clear that Lucas doesn't understand nor have the patience for the method of acting.

DJay23 · 07-01-2005, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Archie F. Swin

In the "Trilogy"(eps.4-6) making of, Harry Ford makes it quite clear that Lucas doesn't understand nor have the patience for the method of acting.

This being said (and I agree), Ian McDiarmid who plays the Emperor did a superb job in this movie IMO.

Pitt Gorilla · 07-01-2005, 09:18 PM

From your review, I'd have to assume that you missed the first three movies or totally forgot how bad the acting and dialogue really were.

Frazod · 07-01-2005, 09:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gaz

Mrs. Gaz and I finally took in the last [or third] Star Wars flick last night. Waiting was a good thing, since the theater was nearly empty. Score!

The eye candy was exceptional and the sound shook my very bones. ŰberKudos to the SFX and sound people. Truly awesome.

So how can such a visually stunning film be so flat as to suck all the fun out of two+ hours of my life?

“Revenge of the Sith” is a series of frenetic fight/chase sequences interrupted by lame and ponderous dialogue that grounds the film to a complete halt. After the actors spout some cheesy platitudes or ominous forebodings, we are off on another fight/chase. Eventually, we end up with everyone in the right place for Episode 4. The whole thing is an exercise in marking time and placing pieces on the board to fit the opening of “Star Wars.”

The entire film depends on the actor playing Skywalker. That role is critical and demands a powerful presence. Hayden Christensen does not have the acting chops to carry the role. An awful casting choice that only accents the lame dialogue and plot. To be fair, he did a passable job with “petulant.” There was zero chemistry between him and Portman. If you do not believe that Skywalker loves Padme so passionately, so fiercely that he would abandon everything he believes in for her sake, the movie flops. Well, I did not believe him and the movie flopped.

The absurd presence of Samuel Jackson did not help the film. I like Jackson as an actor, but he was another awful casting decision. I did not for a moment believe his character. He was always Samuel Jackson playing pretend and doing it in an awkward way.

THE GOOD:
• Eye candy.
• Sound.

THE BAD:
• Plot.
• Script.
• Acting.

“Revenge of the Sith” gets 2 Hoots. There was very little fun to be had.

xoxo~
Gaz
Disappointed in a BIG way.

That's kind of how I felt when I walked out of the theater the first time. Clearly my expectations were too high. When I saw it the second time, on a digital screeen, I felt a bit better about it.

But the acting and dialogue definitely sucked.

**Fire Me Boy!** · 07-01-2005, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Miles

I agree, he was good enough in Shattered Glass. I think Lucas in general just doesn't get very good performances out of his actors. Samuel L. Jackson, Ewan McGregor, and Liam Neeson are all good actors which were uncharacteristically mediocre in the star wars flicks.

From everything I've read, Lucas' idea of directing an actor includes only two words: "faster" and "louder".

Consider this coming from a film director... no wonder he can make good actors seem bad.

Gaz · 07-02-2005, 08:20 AM

The impression I get from some of you is that Lucas, having established that his dialogue is stiff, his directing is wooden and his plots are lame, gets a pass on all those points. So all he needs to do in order to win your love is throw some flash on the screen?

That is an incredibly sweet deal.

xoxo~
Gaz
Understands now why everyone wants to direct.

Brock · 07-02-2005, 08:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Metrolike

The funny part is, Hayden is boning Portman in real life. Lucky motherfucker.

That was 5 years ago. He's now "dating" Kevin Spacey.

07-01-2005, 07:18 AM
Gaz Defense Homer Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Rancho Gaz Casino cash: $10010793	NFBT: GazReview: “Revenge of the Sith” Mrs. Gaz and I finally took in the last [or third] Star Wars flick last night. Waiting was a good thing, since the theater was nearly empty. Score! The eye candy was exceptional and the sound shook my very bones. ŰberKudos to the SFX and sound people. Truly awesome. So how can such a visually stunning film be so flat as to suck all the fun out of two+ hours of my life? “Revenge of the Sith” is a series of frenetic fight/chase sequences interrupted by lame and ponderous dialogue that grounds the film to a complete halt. After the actors spout some cheesy platitudes or ominous forebodings, we are off on another fight/chase. Eventually, we end up with everyone in the right place for Episode 4. The whole thing is an exercise in marking time and placing pieces on the board to fit the opening of “Star Wars.” The entire film depends on the actor playing Skywalker. That role is critical and demands a powerful presence. Hayden Christensen does not have the acting chops to carry the role. An awful casting choice that only accents the lame dialogue and plot. To be fair, he did a passable job with “petulant.” There was zero chemistry between him and Portman. If you do not believe that Skywalker loves Padme so passionately, so fiercely that he would abandon everything he believes in for her sake, the movie flops. Well, I did not believe him and the movie flopped. The absurd presence of Samuel Jackson did not help the film. I like Jackson as an actor, but he was another awful casting decision. I did not for a moment believe his character. He was always Samuel Jackson playing pretend and doing it in an awkward way. THE GOOD: • Eye candy. • Sound. THE BAD: • Plot. • Script. • Acting. “Revenge of the Sith” gets 2 Hoots. There was very little fun to be had. xoxo~ Gaz Disappointed in a BIG way.
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07-01-2005, 05:15 PM	#22
Archie F. Swin This is the way Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Wichita Falls, Texas Casino cash: $9975673	In the "Trilogy"(eps.4-6) making of, Harry Ford makes it quite clear that Lucas doesn't understand nor have the patience for the method of acting. __________________ "No Two People Will Do It The Same, You got It Down...When You Appear to Be In Pain!"
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07-02-2005, 08:20 AM	#27
Gaz Defense Homer Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Rancho Gaz Casino cash: $10010793	Set the bar low and coast from there, eh? The impression I get from some of you is that Lucas, having established that his dialogue is stiff, his directing is wooden and his plots are lame, gets a pass on all those points. So all he needs to do in order to win your love is throw some flash on the screen? That is an incredibly sweet deal. xoxo~ Gaz Understands now why everyone wants to direct.
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