ajm1503559545 Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 I watched this "movie" on Monday night after deliberately trying to avoid reading about it since it was released in the cinemas. I don't remember feeling this let down since finding out I wasn't adopted! What is George Lucas trying to do? Anyone watched this yet? Would anyone like to join a group dedicated to stopping George Lucas before the sh!t with Star Wars in the title outweighs the brilliant stuff? I'm thinking of starting one. .... oh and no, I didn't like the Clone Wars. It was very bad.
webbsy1503560295 Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 if u have it on bluray ill take it off ya?
ajm1503559545 Posted November 19, 2008 Author Posted November 19, 2008 I borrowed a friend's copy, expecting that I'd want to order a copy myself when I had the chance. That should be some comfort - but it's not.
djOS Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 I've been watching the TV series from Channel BT and Im enjoying it in a strange and disturbing way - haven't watched the movie yet.
Gino Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 I'll be watching it this weekend. What is it that you didn't like about it?
momaw Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 Clone Wars was great!!!! I saw it at the cinema and everyone I saw it with agreed it was well worth seeing. At first it was a little hard to get into with the lack of an opening scroll (the Starship Tropperesq news style opening was different) which told you straight away this wasn't normal Star Wars fair. It was also a little distracting with some of the cutesy names used, but hey, it's primarily a kids movie. Any way it was good enough I got the Blu-ray (arrived today). I have also seen the first six episodes of the new series based on this movie. They are also alot of fun. This isn't oscar material, it was never meant to be. It's just a whole lot of fun set in the Star Wars universe. Looking forward to seeing more of where the series goes and a hopeful Blu-ray release of it too.
James Belsey Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 I saw it at the cinema for free, and hated it. I found pretty much everything about the film to be very weak, the story, animation, acting etc. Granted, it was never going to be oscar winning, but I had hoped for something better.
hakka69 Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 I thought the movie was the first 4 or so eps of the series strung together?? Am i mistaken?? I've watched 6 eps and thought it was ok. Hakka.
momaw Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 I thought the movie was the first 4 or so eps of the series strung together?? Am i mistaken??I've watched 6 eps and thought it was ok. Hakka. No the eps occur after the movie.
hakka69 Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 No the eps occur after the movie. Thanks mate, I'll check it out. Hakka.
Redav Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 Haven't watched either the movie or episodes. Last night I noticed that it's in TV now so shall be recording it. I'll defintely watch it because it's Star Wards but I won't buy it.
webbsy1503560295 Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 again if anybody has ordered it and dont want it ill grab it for sure $35
sol381 Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 im with you ajm even tho i havent seen the movie and dont plan to.. if its anything like the last 3 star wars movies it has to be garbage
SimonNo10 Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 Yes I would have to agree with ajm it's pretty bad i mean Jabba's son...come on. The series is not too bad and some episodes are quite good even better then the acutal movies but they still make the battle droids the comdey relief which is just dumb imo.
momaw Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 again if anybody has ordered it and dont want it ill grab it for sure $35 im with you ajm even tho i havent seen the movie and dont plan to.. if its anything like the last 3 star wars movies it has to be garbage As you can see, they haven't seen it so they can't sell it to you. But don't let that get in the way of a good bash
ajm1503559545 Posted November 19, 2008 Author Posted November 19, 2008 Ok I'll spill my guts but in spoilers for those that don't want to know. First, the things I enjoyed. The animation style. The combat scenes. The things I disliked. The opening credits. The opening score. The opening narration. The bad NZ accents. The things I detested. Sky guy. Snips. Stinky. The tweeney-ness. Truman Capote the Hutt. That idea that artilary would try and shoot through the shields when blowing up the bridge would have ended the whole affair instantly. Basically it is just a very flimsy story with some very annoying characters. I think the biggest let-down is the fact that it had such potential. There are some great ideas in this but they are mostly overshadowed by some really really poor character interaction and nonsense plotting. That and the "stupid" is laid on in this movie by the trowel load. Every character seems to have a slap-stick moment and a few have several of them. If this were the Smurfs it would fit the mood but this is Star Wars and slap-stick is something that has grown with every incarnations. I imagine the next episode having Adam Sandler and Rob Schneider doing poo and fart jokes. Some will enjoy it - some will enjoy anything - but I felt like this was the dumbest Star Wars story I've seen.
KoNG Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 (edited) Oh no, is Mr Binks back doing his stand up regime...?? when and where is it airing on TV.....? ta Edited November 19, 2008 by KoNG
momaw Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 Oh no, is Mr Binks back doing his stand up regime...??when and where is it airing on TV.....? ta No Jar Jar Looks like it is on Channel 10, Saturday at 12.
momaw Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 Some will enjoy it - some will enjoy anything - but I felt like this was the dumbest Star Wars story I've seen. Guessing you are a fan of the Ewok movies then
ajm1503559545 Posted November 19, 2008 Author Posted November 19, 2008 (edited) Guessing you are a fan of the Ewok movies then ...the dumbest Star Wars story I've seen. The key point being "seen". Not seen the Caravan of Courage or Christmas Special either. Edited November 19, 2008 by ajm
momaw Posted November 19, 2008 Posted November 19, 2008 ...the dumbest Star Wars story I've seen.The key point being "seen". Not seen the Caravan of Courage or Christmas Special either. You expect anyone here to believe that?
ajm1503559545 Posted November 19, 2008 Author Posted November 19, 2008 You expect anyone here to believe that? Do you think it would matter to me either way?
Blackman1503561291 Posted December 18, 2008 Posted December 18, 2008 Do you think it would matter to me either way? Well the kids will enjoy it and it didn't break my bank balance for $32.
Sunshine Ed Posted December 18, 2008 Posted December 18, 2008 Clone Wars was great!!!! I saw it at the cinema and everyone I saw it with agreed it was well worth seeing. At first it was a little hard to get into with the lack of an opening scroll (the Starship Tropperesq news style opening was different) which told you straight away this wasn't normal Star Wars fair. It was also a little distracting with some of the cutesy names used, but hey, it's primarily a kids movie. Any way it was good enough I got the Blu-ray (arrived today).I have also seen the first six episodes of the new series based on this movie. They are also alot of fun. This isn't oscar material, it was never meant to be. It's just a whole lot of fun set in the Star Wars universe. Looking forward to seeing more of where the series goes and a hopeful Blu-ray release of it too. Mo I can only suggest that you skip the Jar Jar episode when it comes out...Even if you think Clone Wars is okay, that one episode may change your opinion. The next time I see that stupid Gungan I want it to be as a rug in Boba Fett's living room...
Sunshine Ed Posted December 18, 2008 Posted December 18, 2008 No Jar JarLooks like it is on Channel 10, Saturday at 12. Mo As I said above...Jar Jar does come back!
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