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The second film in writerdirector george lucas trilolgy of prequels to the original films, star wars. Anakin skywalker, now grown up, is falling in love with senator amidala but trying to conceal their relationship from the jedi counsel. Most fans who will read this novelization will already be familiar with the saga thus far, or have seen this movie, so i will skip summarizing any of the plot. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Unusually powerful in the force, anakin is also impatient, arrogant, and headstrong causing his mentor a great deal of. Episode ii attack of the clones, starring hayden christensen, natalie portman, ewan mcgregor, christopher lee, samuel l. Episode ii attack of the clones mistakes revealing mistake. It is the second installment of the star wars prequel trilogy, the fifth film to be produced, and the second film in the skywalker saga. Episode ii attack of the clones in us theaters may 16, 2002 starring ewan mcgregor, natalie portman, hayden christensen, christopher lee. Senator padme amidala natalie portman, former queen of naboo, returns to the galactic senate to vote against the creation of an army of the republic. To see the beginnings of the dark side in young anakin skywalker. From the sleek ships of the glimmering coruscant skyscape to the. Natalie portman, hayden christensen, ewan mcgregor, samuel l.

Now 20, young anakin skywalker hayden christensen is an apprentice to respected jedi knight obiwan kenobi ewan mcgregor. Attack of the clones is a legends junior novel written by patricia c. Anakin skywalker, now grown up, is falling in love with senator. Episode ii attack of the clones is a 2002 american epic spaceopera film directed by george lucas and written by lucas and jonathan hales. Episode ii attack of the clones 2002 natalie portman in star wars. To marvel at his strange new aliens and towering cities and sights such as thousands of clones all marching in perfect ranks into a huge spaceship. Episode ii attack of the clones experience the lucasfilm magic with visuals more striking than ever before, and become one of the first to witness the worlds and the wizardry of star wars. Attack of the clones is universally considered the worst star wars film. In the last six months three films have zoomed up through it on their opening weekends. It was like that because anakin and obi wan were captured by the evil count dooku, but they were saved by all of the jedi in the temple but the evil count dooku escaped with the plans of the death star.

May 08, 2002 the force is back along with fun and excitement, as well as the bonus of romance in star wars. Under the leadership of a renegade jedi named count dooku, thousands of solar systems threaten to break away from the galactic republic. A separatist movement, led by former jedi master count dooku christopher lee, has threatened the peace. Anakin skywalker hayden christiansen is a jedi student under jedi knight obiwan kenobi ewan macgregor. Salvatore and published on april 23, 2002 by del rey.

Ten years after the invasion of naboo, the galaxy is on the brink of civil war. Watch the seeds of anakin skywalkers transformation take root in star wars. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Ten years after initially meeting, anakin skywalker shares a forbidden romance with padme amidala, while obiwan kenobi investigates an assassination attempt on the senator and discovers a secret clone army crafted for the jedi. But no film series has gripped the imagination of moviegoers worldwide, decade after decade, like george lucas s star wars, which accounts for four of the most popular films of all time. The second prequel to the original star wars trilogy takes place ten years after the events depicted in star wars. But theres pretty bad and then theres the utterly demoralising, insulting, cornyasfuck likes of star wars.

Beginning with the familiar strains of the star wars theme, this production of salvatores epic tale is executed wonderfully. Episode iiattack of the clones may not be a great movie, but no one can deny that its a great technical achievement, and a great effort from. On the plus side, ewan mcgregors delightful alec guinness impersonation is delivered with spoton technical acuity and an ironic, subtle wink. Boasting visual effects stunning in their detail and imagination, star wars episode ii. This appears to be fixed in rereleased versions when amidala and anakin are eating and he cuts her a piece of the fruit and floats it back to her, the bite appears in the fruit a split second before she actually eats it. I started the book i knew basically nothing about episode ii so it was a really fun read. Little golden book part nn, star wars saga a little golden book part 2. This edit will also create new pages on comic vine for. It is based on the script of the film of the same name. Art cover written by henry gilroy and george lucas. Attack of the clones is a seminal tale of the star wars mythos, unlocking some of the history and events that laid the foundation for the rebel alliances epic struggle against the empire as chronicled in the original star wars film trilogy. Attack of the clones picks up 10 years after the events of the phantom menace. The roof of the world film market must be in shreds. Star wars episode ix title revealed as first trailer drops february 2019 week in geek this star wars megatrailer offers us a thrilling sense of what might have been.

Salvatore, published by del rey on april 23, 2002, is the official novel adaptation of the film star wars. This book continues the artwork, sketches, and ideas for the sequel to the phantom menace. Upon rewatching it, its hard to disagreebut you do see lots of what george lucas was trying to do. Attack of the clones 20020118 20020126 track 10 medium 3. Apr 24, 2002 the book i chose was star wars the attack of the clones by henry gilroy. Star wars is impervious to film criticism the new republic. Attack of the clones is a star wars wishfulfillment. When attack of the clones was released in 2002, tim robey was just relieved it wasnt as bad. Episode ii attack of the clones novelization was written by r. It expands some scenes and includes others which were cut from the film or are entirely original to the book.

Perhaps the best thing about this film, and what sets it apart from its predecessor the phantom menace, is the great leadins to future events. Episode ii attack of the clones opening crawl unlike other films in the saga, the camera tilts up after the crawl recedes into space, rather than the traditional tilt down. The opening crawl reveals that the galactic republic is in crisis. Episode ii attack of the clones enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. I bought this, along with the art of star wars, episode i the phantom menace and the art of star wars, episode iii revenge of the sith, to finish my trio of art of star wars prequel books. Abrams assistant director tommy gormley talks about the force awakens.

My favorite star wars film remains the empire strikes backits the only one of the five to deliver a real emotional punch. As youre well aware, this is the novelization of the film attack of the clones, plus a bit extra. In late 2002, the movie was released in imax theaters as star wars. The book i chose was star wars the attack of the clones by henry gilroy. The imax experience, with a pareddown running time of 120 minutes in order to meet the technical requirements of the largescreen format. Attack of the clones summary, chapterbychapter analysis, book notes, essays, quotes, character descriptions, lesson plans, and more everything you need for studying or teaching star wars episode ii. The visual dictionary of star wars, episode ii attack of. Episode ii attack of the clones first edition first printing by duncan, jody isbn. Star wars episode ii attack of the clones tpb 2002 dark horse 1. Episode ii attack of the clones, a title whose announcement, months before the films 2002 premiere, slammed shut any hopes that this might be a significant improvement upon the greatly disappointing star wars. It stars ewan mcgregor, natalie portman, hayden christensen, ian mcdiarmid, samuel l. Anakin skywalker and padme amidala share a forbidden romance while obiwan kenobi investigates an assassination attempt on padme and disco.

Wrede, tells the story about a civil war going on with the republic and the seperate territory lead by count duku. The art of star wars, episode ii attack of the clones. Episode ii attack of the clones 2002 2002 lucasfilm, ltd. With hayden christensen, natalie portman, ewan mcgregor, christopher lee.

Ewan mcgregor, natalie portman, hayden christensen, ian mcdiarmid, samuel l jackson, pernilla august, jack thompson. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Thrilling movie poster art art created especially for star wars. Attack of the clones benefits from an increased emphasis on thrilling action, although theyre once again undercut by ponderous plot points and underdeveloped characters. Second fifth installment in the star wars series, and many would agree it is an improvement over episode i. This is also the only star wars crawl to introduce a new villain. Salvatore, published by del rey on april 23, 2002, is the official novel adaptation of the film.

The visual dictionary of star wars, episode ii attack of the clones hardcover april 1, 2002 by david west reynolds author visit amazons david west reynolds page. This book contains scenes that take place outside of the film. After having enjoyed the movie, i eagerly devoured r. George lucas has reached deep into the trove of his self. The characters in this book are obi wan and his apprentice anikain.