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15. Ewan McGregor Movie Review: Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999)
Hey y'all, I'm back! I took a break that lasted longer than expected and it's finally time for me get back to it. This is Ewan's first movie of 1999.
Genre: Family/Sci-fi
Rating: PG
Director: George Lucas
Starring: Liam Neeson, Ewan McGregor, Ahmed Best, Natalie Portman, Jake Lloyd
Movie Synopsis: "The Phantom Menace" is about two Jedi, Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi, who are sent on a simple diplomatic mission to help a planet in crisis. What they discover is a much larger conspiracy and that their enemy, The Sith, have finally resurfaced after 1,000 years. Aid for the Jedi comes from an unlikely ally, Anakin Skywalker, who is an enslaved child and believed by Qui-Gon to be the Chosen One who will bring balance to the Force.
Ewan Review: Ewan McGregor plays the character Obi-Wan Kenobi who is an Apprentice aka Padawan to his Master, Qui-Gon Jinn. Obi-Wan is near the end of his Apprenticeship and is a very calm, focused, and prepared Jedi learner. While his Master believes little Anakin is the Chosen One and will do anything, even go against their Council's orders, to train the boy, Obi-Wan is not convinced. During their mission, Obi-Wan must use all of his training to confront the Sith and help bring peace to the planet. Ewan speaks in what sounds like a British accent for this role. He doesn't have any love interests, kissing, or nude scenes. His role isn't very prominent so he doesn't do much. He goes swimming with his clothes on if that is important to you and he has a fight scene at the end of the movie which is spectacular. His acting is fine for the little he's given to do.
Screentime Percentage: Ewan is on screen for a grand total of 23/136 minutes making his SP 17%.
To Ewan or not to Ewan: Is the movie worth watching for Ewan content alone? Sigh...no. Wait! Before you crucify me, just please take off your nostalgia glasses for a second! This movie and version of Obi-Wan is as dear to my heart as it is to many fans. However, my absolute love for this character doesn't change the fact that the man is barely in the movie. When he is, it's very brief scenes where he tends to be standing quietly in the background. He also has minimal lines. Even Ewan himself has joked about how he was basically hired to just stand behind Liam Neeson. The bulk of his screentime happens in the last TEN minutes of the movie. Ewan being in this film is a plus, not the reason you should watch. So, I'm obliged to say that this isn't the Ewan content you're looking for (pun intended). Now, is the movie worth watching in general? Absolutely! It's such a fun time, the world building is incredible and don't get me started on the film score! Plus, the lightsaber duel at the end is one of the best fight sequences in the entire Star Wars series.
Where to Watch: You can watch The Phantom Menace if you are subscribed to Disney+. The movie is available for rent on Amazon Prime Video, Google Play Movies & TV, or Fandango at Home. You can also pirate it on soap2day.
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Anyways I saw the new movie and I do indeed have a great many feelings...
But for now, have these cute vintage Star Wars Christmas Cards. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, everyone!
STAR WARS Christmas cards from 1977.
The last two paintings for this Christmas that I am in charge of. A Snoopy for my best friend. And an R2-Deer-2 for my older brother. It’s late, I’m exhausted, but I hope they enjoy their shirts and paintings.
AU August- Day 31 - Star Wars Dealer’s Choice
I did it! Of course dealer’s choice for me would have to be star wars! Let’s hope that Marinette and Adrien’s relationship doesn’t end up like Luke and Leia’s ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ I do like the idea of Hawkmoth going “No I am you FATHER!!!!” to Adrien at some point ;)
I had a ton of fun doing this art challenge! Big shout out and thanks to @auyeahaugust for putting this all together!
Yoda is the best!
Song- Seagulls by A Bad Lip Reading
IMPERIAL STAR DESTROYER I woke up in this lab aboard one of these Imperial Cruisers... Funny they didn't remove my communicator, so I quickly began referencing my presence, to my surprise that the table restraints were off... Notice that I am surrounded in a room full of NT new technology R2 units disguised as earth born laser machines... It's apparent an invasion is planned, pay attention... Unfortunately I was not able to document my escape via an escape pod... #starwars #C3P0 #c3po #r2d2 #R2 #IMPERIALSTARDESTROYER #imperialstardestroyers #droids #ImperialCruisers #ImperialCruiser #theempire #Jedi #ObiWanKenobi #JediKnight ##JediKnights #offplanet #space #therebellion (at East Sacramento, Sacramento, California)
Cottagecore McQuarrie is back again! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
Merry Christmas to those who celebrate!
Merry Christmas to those who celebrate!