Roger Ebert Reviews - Star Wars Episode III Revenge of The Sith (2005)

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[@DavidBayens]

I LOVE the last 10 seconds of this when Roger goes into lightspeed and starts critiquing the film. Wish there was like another minute of him going through it all.

[@joeschmo7834]

Would’ve loved to seen Ebert’s take on The Last Jedi.

[@DavidBayens]

I think his ratings for the sequels would be similar to the ratings the movies received on his website. TLJ would easily be his favorite.

[@RocStarr913]

He probably would have thought The Last Jedi was more daring than The Force Awakens, but too long,

[@therainenetwork3510]

Ebert: I hate, hate, hated, this movie!

[@Cheeky_Hiro]

He would completely hate the lack of direction the sequels have. No overarching story, just two directors competing with each other and making everything up as they go along.

[@tracerseven7564]

@@Cheeky_Hiro We didn't know that until after the fact though, chances are a part of the last films disconnect are due to the reaction for the last jedi.

[@CaptainDesiderio]

Love Ebert. Hate the video graphics used on the clips.

[@elzar5987]

I'll try spinning the clip. That's a good trick

[@angelcastaneda529]

It’s over Roger, I have the high ground.

[@filmshoot472]

Angel a Cinephile, Roger: You Underestimate my Power.

[@fabianfischer4229]

@@filmshoot472 Don' try it!

[@tylee5291]

I only watched this to see and hear Roger. Miss him and Siskel so much. R.I.P.

[@jedsithor]

Revenge Of The Sith is an opera without the singing. It's bombastic and grandiose and better for it. It's also probably the closest Star Wars movie to Lucas' vision as it's the only one where he didn't need to compromise. In all of the previous films, Lucasfilm was either inventing technology or experimenting with things that hadn't been done before but with Revenge Of The Sith, Lucas could finally make a movie without having to worry so much about all that stuff. Oh, there were still challenges but they weren't an albatross around the film's neck.

[@zanfear]

Well put. Revenge of the Sith, The Dark Knight, Infinity War are quite operatic tragedies worthy of Shakespeare.

[@BradiKal61]

Roger kept going right up to the final journey. RIP.

[@CaptainSpalding72]

He didn't pass until 2013... this was 2005. lol

[@ender7278]

The editor went fucking ballistic on those effects.

[@alcarbo8613]

This movie was a master piece I’m glad Roger Ebert can agree, it’s funny how prequel haters claim film critics hated the prequels, when the greatest film critic in the world praised the prequels LMAO

[@fridaynightnicktoons6885]

Roger ebert was a legit critic and not bought off like so many from Hollywood to try to take down Lucas.

[@justincasarrubias2001]

facts br_'

[@andersongray9820]

He never said it was a masterpiece, he said it was a decent blockbuster, which I personally think is fair.

[@WeRobBanks]

He gave Attack of the Clones a negative review.

[@MediaLoverChris02]

This movie is way better than the previous 2 though

[@JoeyArmstrong2800]

I didn't always agree with him but I really miss Roger's insightful comments on cinema.

[@samrussell9742]

The title says episode 2. This is episode 3.

[@SB992REBORN]

sure IlT does!!!! ;)!!!!!!!!;):)

[@steveleeart]

I love how concise Siskel & Ebert were, especially when doing a summary of the film to start. When I studied communication and English literature, I would watch an hours worth of their best, of movies I knew well, before doing a summary of whatever it was I had to summarize in an essay or reflection… usually the professors would write in the margins “great summary!” and I have those two to thank. May they forever RIP.

[@boomieboo]

Rest in Peace Roger. Thanks for giving us all a greater insight into film. Hope you and Gene are together again in eternity.

[@kennethzinke9168]

I wish that Roger Ebert is alive in 2022 after reviewing Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith.

[@HugoSoup57]

In Ebert’s defense, this movie is actually pretty good. Yes, it’s not perfect and the film has its flaws, but it’s the best prequel and a mostly well-done conclusion. A few lines of bad dialogue didn’t ruin the movie guys! It could’ve been better, but it also could’ve been a lot worse. I’d give ROTS three stars.

[@mikespearwood3914]

It's bloody good when considering how absolutely dire TPM & AOTC are!

[@CaptainSpalding72]

STFU it's a fantastic film!

[@scottgimple8107]

@@CaptainSpalding72watch more movies lol

[@BlackenedLiam]

@@CaptainSpalding72 Not at all, it's good yes but there are obvious flaws.

[@CandidaRosa889]

All of the prequels had great potential but were poorly executed. Bad choices, bad writing despite having talented actors. They're not horrible but do not compare to much better films.

[@Moviefan2k4]

I love all the prequels, and have defended them since they first came out. I think that people who criticize Anakin's fall to the Dark Side aren't paying enough attention. They need to ask themselves, and be completely honest about it, "What would you do, to keep the one you love? What would you be willing to give up, if it meant they stayed by your side?" Anakin's at that crossroads for the bulk of the film, and Palpatine plays on that fear to his own advantage.

[@henkman00]

Anakin: ''I would commit mass murder including children, betray everything and everyone. I would even strangle Padme if she got in my way...wait''

[@Moviefan2k4]

@@henkman00 You need to remember that by the time all of that happens, Anakin has completely devoted himself both to Sidious and the Dark Side. He's become convinced that the Jedi would never trust him again following the death of Mace Windu, and his new master tells him the only way to save his wife is to embrace the darkness. When Padme confronts Anakin on Mustafar, he's become so drunk with power that he responds to her almost like a dismissive parent would with an irresponsible child...and when he sees Kenobi on her ship, he automatically jumps to the wrong conclusion. When Kenobi wounds him at the end of their lightsaber duel, all Anakin has left is hate and contempt...not just for his former master but also for himself.

[@andrewattenboroughtwothumb4697]

great review by Ebert we miss his great intake and opinions on the movies

[@flixsymmetry]

Just watched a recap of S&E reviewing the origins films, up to and beyond Siskel’s death when Ebert teamed with Roeper. I miss them both. Would have really enjoyed Siskel’s take on the most recent trilogy. It’s sad to see Ebert start to succumb to the ravages of disease between 2-3. I give him so much credit for sticking it out as long as he did. RIP to both. Class acts which paved the way for so many today.

[@parkerpshebnisky1051]

One of the best movies of the 2000's!

[@donmcdouglas5017]

someone hasnt see the pinklett review lol

[@jefferyjones8399]

Hardly

[@LordInvictus-yt]

@@donmcdouglas5017 Plinkett? You mean Mike Stoklasa, the guy who called for JJ Abrams to take over Star Wars. What a joke he is.

[@donmcdouglas5017]

@@LordInvictus-yt because he asked for jj abraham?

[@lillettuce4977]

@Jimb0 imagine liking the prequels

[@paulcanaday-elliott9834]

I appreciate that he featured so many clips from the scene between Palpatine and Anakin, which I think is not only the best written scene in the movie, I actually think it’s one of the best scenes in the entire franchise, if not also the most central and crucial scene. While the dialogue in this trilogy is generally pretty awful and the direction heavy-handed, I think the entire political system that Lucas created is really smart and insightful. It’s not just about the moral fall of Anakin Skywalker, it’s also about the fall of justice and the rise of totalitarianism. Also very smart that it all starts with something as seemingly small, benign and petty as a trade dispute, which admittedly is dramatically unsatisfying but politically, it’s very real. Given what’s happened with the GOP, it sometimes feels prescient.

[@D12345]

Ebert thought the series concluded. LOL 🤣

[@adamzanzie]

No, he stated in his written review that he was sure there would be more Star Wars films, even though Lucas stated at the time that there would be no more. Less than a decade later, Lucas sold Star Wars to Disney, and Ebert’s prediction came true.

[@jmiogo]

*III

[@nossenkanter]

How many spoilers can you fit into a review? Ebert: Yes.

[@strider1237]

Revenge of the Sith was one of my favorites when I saw it in 2005. I do think George Lucas should have redirected the actors in certain scenes regarding dialogue. It simply seems so flat here and there, especially the love scenes. At other times its spot on.

[@CaptainSpalding72]

bullshit. Like how?

[@DiRtYLaWs2007]

The hysterical bed wetting over the sequel movies do not make the prequel movies any better.

[@TheMovieDoctorful]

And you choose to make this comment on a review made 10 years before the first sequel movie? Fucking braindead.

[@bobthebear1246]

God he sounded and looked so old at this point. You could see his cheeks all puffy and really affecting his speech from the cancer growing inside them. 😢 It's so hard to see this remembering so clearly hell youthful and vibrant Roger Ebert always was even well into his middle age. Even though there are lots of films I disagree with him on, he is still my #1 favorite critic of all-time and always will be. (Gene Siskel is #2.) RIP to both. 🌹🌹

[@JB-ur3dw]

episode 3 best star wars film

[@DV80s]

Is that why Star Wars the original is the one that was a PHENOMENON and not episode 3?

[@Hero11170]

Back when we had real critics

[@ViciousAlienKlown]

Easily the best of the three prequel films but honestly...... all the prequels are far better than what Disney puked out on the screen. Hating on the prequels was fad that millennials created. When they finally got a chance to call a set Star Wars movies of their own....we got the cinematic garbage known as the sequels 7-9. Not just bad Star wars but bad movies period in any genre.

[@ViciousAlienKlown]

@@benjaminubben4436 😆

[@Sams.Videos]

This looks like an early 90ties show, but it's from 2005...

[@henkman00]

basically: ''should have a better script that fits the epic visuals'' can't sum up the prequels any better.

[@mackymusic673]

Star Wars Episode II : Return of the Jedi

[@LukeLovesRose]

This movie is such a mess. Sure, it's a huge step up from Attack of the Clones but that's not saying much

[@CaptainSpalding72]

bullshit. stop lying.

[@christianlorre]

Why does Ebert's voice sound so weird? Was this already when he had throat problems?

[@alcarbo8613]

He was diagnosed with cancer in 2002 so yes

[@Da1Dez]

Judging by the title Ebert disregards Attack of the Clones from the saga I see...

[@samrussell9742]

Didnt comment on the high ground plot hole.

[@MrZackavelli]

Yeah, that's not a plot hole.

[@DV80s]

How about Leia remember her mother in Return of the Jedi. In the crappy prequels, the kids are taken away right at birth. I kept this knowledge to myself until after Episode 3 came out, and yep, Lucas screwed up ha ha ha.

[@Dane_Youssef]

Yes, the dialogue in these films is flat and clunky. These are movies for kids. You know, the Jedi and Sith have always had this stilted self-important way of speaking. But in this film, Palpatine is especially articulate a lot of the time--especially when he's seducing Anikan.

[@MrJohncastillo1]

I never understand the “this is for kids” as a defence for bad dialogue or bad films. There have been many “children” films that are intelligently written, the kids will be amazed by the action and effects alone, if you put a good story and well written dialogue and characters in there then the adults will enjoy it too.. Pixar are great at doing both

[@kingcoal8162]

@@MrJohncastillo1 yeah his argument is bad like I can see why jar jar is supposed to be for kids but the third movie isn't for kids and so is the dialauge since just because it's bad doesn't mean it's for kids

[@MrJohncastillo1]

@Ultra Brian Yeah true most people aren’t cinephiles and critics just average film goers who enjoy anything that isn’t slow or boring.. Which is why Transformers was so popular, Revenge of the Sith definitely wasn’t boring it was entertaining start to finish, bad stuff sprinkled in it ofcourse but entertaining. Phantom Menace and Attack of the Clones however was boring as hell for a lot of people. I was about 7 when my dad took me to see Phantom Menace and I didn’t like it, was so bored, I never saw another Star Wars film again till I was much older. Whenever I see people saying the prequels are loved by people who saw them as kids, doesn’t translate to me cause I didn’t like them when I was a kid either. I was always used to say that the prequels were too silly for adults and too boring for kids. That’s just my opinion ofcourse, prequels gets a lot of love these days.

[@MrJohncastillo1]

@Ultra Brian You're right, when the prequels first came out, a lot of people loved them, it was like that initial reaction of "Star Wars is back!" the hate started coming a while after they were released, it's like people started realising how awful they were lol. When it comes to ROTS I respect your opinion, I respect everyone's opinion, I love films that some people think are awful too, but to me personally I don't think ROTS is a good film, it's just better than the first two. But that's just me. I think George Lucas failed in directing the trilogy because there is a good story there on paper, just didn't work on the screen in my opinion. From the dialogue to the acting it was just poorly done, I really wish Spielberg had listened to George when he asked Spielberg to direct the prequels..

[@MrJohncastillo1]

@Ultra Brian it's all subjective man, a film is subjective, just because you think it's great doesn't mean everyone else should. But as I said before I respect your opinion, i'm glad you enjoyed it that much. I didn't say the film being dark and villains winning was bad, I actually found that interesting. Seriously the whole concept of the film is very interesting, the execution on the other hand was bad apart from the CGI and the music which were well done.

[@Angyali]

It was between good and bad.

[@DV80s]

Closer to the bad.

[@attackofthecopyrightbots]

"episode ii" *facepalm* wow

[@chriskrahn]

nostalgia

[@decimatorentertainmentstud8523]

This was the movie that spawned memes

[@ego6342]

That or spiderman 2

[@decimatorentertainmentstud8523]

@@ego6342I forgot about that movie

[@PaulSmith-qs1es]

what plot twists is he talking about? the only things that happened in this movie were things we know had to happen because of how a New Hope beings.

[@Dane_Youssef]

You're thinking of EPISODE III.

[@PaulSmith-qs1es]

@@Dane_Youssef This video is about episode III Revenge of the Sith. The poster just missed a letter.

[@twstf8905]

Haha the Title. 🤣 (Ummm, Revenge of the Sith was Episode III, Robert. Not Episode II.) (I'm just sayin' 🤜 💥 🤛) #ConstructiveCriticism #DontShootTheMessenger 👍

[@rickie2636]

Gotta say... a lot of spoilers Rog... lol

[@stephenkissane4268]

A prophecy mis read could have been

[@kali3665]

Sith is probably the best of the prequels, but that's still damning with faint praise. It DID accomplish all it had to, but it was predictable to a degree with nearly every necessary plot element done almost as a throwaway. The worst part came with the birth of Luke and Leia with a dying Padme naming her children as they are being born. Have you ever seen anyone do that? Is it even possible for a woman in childbirth to have enough cognizance to do much of anything? And the Emperor just names Vader off the top of his mutilated skull. You would think there would be some symbolism in these names, but, no, we get nothing. Just, "we know we gotta do this so let's do it so we can all go home." We enjoyed the movie when it came out, but you have to admit to a little letdown in HOW they did it. Empire is still the best film of the ENTIRE Star Wars saga, and that includes EVERY film spewed out by the Disney Corporation.

[@specspiderken1462]

Episode 2 attack of the clones was better

[@lancedukel3436]

Isn't that episode ll?

[@specspiderken1462]

@@lancedukel3436 damn typo lol. Also this was ironic

[@CaptainSpalding72]

Stop lying.

[@collinmiller4721]

“Now the series concludes.” How quaint…

[@Darth_Vader258]

I think when the time passes The Last Jedi will be BELOVED just like The Empire Strikes Back. I mean when Empire was released in 1980 many people HATE Empire but when time passes, Empire Strikes Back is the most BELOVED Star Wars movie of all time.

[@SB992REBORN]

@Ultra Brian you sicko are dead wrong!

[@ruly8153]

@Ultra Brian Calm down man

[@ordinarryalien]

Ultra Brian speaks all the truth! You all shut up! ;)

[@JessicaChastainFan]

Mr. Plinkett: Movie critic pay offs....*random Roger Ebert photo*

[@ryankujawa7062]

Keep crying

[@MrZackavelli]

George didn't pay off critics. George was a millionaire, but he wasn't a dominating global media conglomerate like, say Disney (who definitely had at least some critics on their payroll). Plus, Hollywood has always had a grudge with George. George has always been one of the most anti-Hollywood filmmakers the industry has ever seen.

[@CaptainSpalding72]

Plinkett is a lying sack of worthless shit. Never had an honest word uttered from his shithole-ever.

[@TheMovieDoctorful]

Anyone seriously making this argument sounds like he delusional DC fanboys who think Marvel paid critics to bash Batman v. Superman.

[@carpettunnel8837]

3.5 stars for a Star Wars prequel?! WTF Ebert?!

[@JessicaChastainFan]

Exactly. While it's the best of the prequels, that isn't saying much. It just happens to be the cat shit that stinks the least.

[@kylepatrickhall1426]

It's a good movie

[@ihatecorpsehusband7147]

Rots is not a great film, but it’s ok.

[@carpettunnel8837]

Two_Moons “Rots”? If it smells like shit, it probably is shit.

[@carpettunnel8837]

Jimb0 If it ROTS it smells

[@ricardocantoral7672]

Sitting and talking, sitting and talking, *IT'S SO DENSE* ,talking next to a window, sitting and talking, *IT'S SO DENSE* , sitting and talking...

[@alcarbo8613]

Every movie is people sitting and talking dumbass

[@ricardocantoral7672]

@@alcarbo8613 A dumbbell like you doesn't deserve your profile pic.

[@TheMovieDoctorful]

Every fucking movie has sitting and talking. You sound like you're in a cult.

[@oobrocks]

Episode 3 dummy

[@spencerlane415]

poo poo movie

[@keichwhicker4360]

It’s a crap movie

[@Kevon420]

Wow I haven't seen a second of this movie in several years. I forgot how hilariously bad Hayden Christensen is as an actor, somehow edgy and corny at the same time. What a silly, mediocre movie like most Star Wars movies after Return of the Jedi.

[@CaptainSpalding72]

Stop lying. You aren't a Star Wars fan so your opinion means nothing.

[@Acrocanthosaurus]

It's the worst prequele; and thats saying something.

[@GUV85]

It was the best but it should have been much better. But then again 1 and 2 did such a piss poor of setting it up it was probably as good as it could have been.

[@DavidBayens]

best of the worst...worst of the worst, it's all the same

[@javi5072]

in what universe lmao

[@Acrocanthosaurus]

On their own merit Sith is the best of the prequels. As true Star Wars it is the worst of the three.

[@ViciousAlienKlown]

I'm guessing your dumbass liked all the Disney sequels? True cinematic garbage.