Rating of
3.5/4
part 2... no no no episode 5
Owtkast - wrote on 08/26/08
FINALLY, the un-"improved" theatrical realease! I didn't hate the CGI enhancements of the re-release as much as some people did, but it always really bothered me that the original film of my memory might be lost. I'm so pleased that this is available, albeit apparently not in the "perfect" format according to some fans. "The Empire Strikes Back" is a daring and moving sequel to the original "Star Wars." Lucas could've gotten away with giving us more of the same explosions and spaceship chases as in the first movie (and there's plenty of that, don't get me wrong!), but instead of getting lazy, he offered up a film that expanded the Star Wars universe and allowed the characters to change and grow. It's very impressive storytelling, and unfortunately not something Lucas really ever quite managed again.
