The Phantom Menace was controversial upon its release. After years of build up, adult Star Wars fans felt let down, while younger audiences were raised on it as a vital work in the Skywalker Saga. Opinions have changed over the years, and Jacob and Sam look back on their experiences with it in addition to re-evaluating it through various critical lenses.
Sources:
IndieWire - Read Eli Roth’s Unearthed, Scathing 1999 Review Of ‘Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace’
The Film Magazine:
Why I Actually Like ‘The Phantom Menace’ by Katie Doyle
12 Lightsaber Designs Star Wars Should Employ by Jacob Davis
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