Oh... God!!! Where do I even begin?As much as it will fascinate me until the day I die how a film from 1977 called 'Star Wars' came out-of-nowhere but the mind of a man named George Lucas, literally became the biggest thing in the world. It also fascinates me how much my curiosity gets the better of me sometimes, if not most times.Now I love Star Wars just as much as the next person. However, unlike more than two thirds of the interviewees in this (albeit outdated) documentary I don't feel the need to put George Lucas on a pedestal as if he is the one thing everyone should worship. No! that's absurd, George Lucas is an ordinary human being who did what he did out of passion and his love for telling stories the way he wanted to, not to mention he has never put himself on a high standard and considered himself to be a "Great" filmmaker. The fact of the matter is that these interviewees are part of a generation who experienced what they experienced, are literally 'outspoken'. Although from my 'objective' observation they don't represent most of the fan base, I also hate the fact when someone admits they 'like' something that someone else prominent in this documentary 'doesn't like' they'll say; "You're Wrong". Thus, this so-called-documentary comes off as a biased attack at things associated with Star Wars we've all heard and seen especially here on the internet.It was only with a small percentage of the 'actual qualified' intellectuals being interviewed, I personally found had more justified and valid statements, in so relieved there were 'some' people speaking sense. Sad to say those points of rationality are far and few in between as this film deeply failed at trying to balance out the structure of what's good? what's bad? what even justifiable? (I'll Tell You... Nothing!!! it's only their opinions taken to a level of "I'm right about all of this, You're Wrong!"). Most of the interviewees were incessantly pretentious and literally took everything seriously, not to mention coming off as 'Whiny Ass Big Babies' who really got on my nerve. I was also annoyed I had to see it was intercut with amateur online skits made as casual parodies. Now, these skits reflected more of their over exaggerated arguments not even 'I' could take seriously. Sure they may be fun to watch on their own, but I'm not even impressed with what this film is trying to say to even justify anything when there's no scholarly debates even-handedly handled to provide any insight into these arguments.Worst of all I couldn't stand the film not trying to imply any prejudicial claims against George Lucas. Sadly, at the 40-minute mark I found myself getting angrier and angrier at the shallow vitriol being tossed into my face without any justification. Sure, I have my criticisms for George Lucas especially when it came to his creative decisions and at times he for any lack of better words 'overstepped the line'. Though really, I was cringing at these antagonisms and had to pause the film to gather my strengths to watch the rest of it. I personally think this behaviour and these beliefs are outdated, exhausted, boring and out-of-touch with reality. I also find it to be an inexcusable and inhumane misinterpretation on Lucas' part who I believe deserves a lot more respect than the most vocal minority of Star Wars fans who continue to make ridiculous claims like "raped my childhood" which I scoff at every time I hear. Even if one person had to admit to me they were being too harsh on Lucas, I would slap them in the face upon congratulating them for finally being honest and more importantly that George Lucas never directly antagonized his fan base or 'you' for that matter. I personally have never had a reason to hate George Lucas and on top of that I certainly don't see any need to have one. I also heavily despise anyone who still does hate him and literally cannot stand the constant antagonism he's endured over the years from these 'whiny-out-of-touch-so-called-long-time-fans' coming off as nothing more than Heartless Scumbags!!! and on top it off, 'they' don't even know the man personally. George Lucas has done what he could and he's inspired generations upon generations of people with his creations. In all honesty 'We' owe him 'Everything', 'He' owes us 'Nothing!'All in all this film is terribly "Outdated", by now George Lucas has already retired, never having bluffed from those claims and with his production company now in new hands a new era of Star Wars is already here. With Episode VII having been released and some more films to come, there's never a more exciting time to be a Star Wars fan. The biggest thing I learned from this film is; like every internet forum in existence, if you don't like something, then don't go dumping your own vitriol on someone that does, we're all adults here are we? There are bigger generations that have grown up with either the prequel trilogy, Clone Wars TV series and now the Disney era of distribution. Seriously! Don't Be a Dick! to one another, this film is most definitely Not! worth anyone's time and patience especially if you're like me and you love the whole package of 'Star Wars.' I'd rather have something on why there are generations that 'like what they like', not focused on an absurdly loud vocal minority full of narcissistic views and opinions that think they're the centre of the world more than the person they're talking about. Overall, this film reflects itself; an outdated amateur display of pretentious commentary and online skits, devoid of credibility, insight or actual debate. If there're people who identify with those being focused on or interviewed in this film they might get some enjoyment out of it more than me. However, it makes fan culture look bad and hardly celebrates it enough to even recommend. Just Skip It!

This is THE documentary film any Star Wars fan would want to watch if they have ever pondered whether the big George Lucas has been correct in his tinkering. Its not just the constant fiddling that is questioned though, the much talked about prequels are also questioned along with the way the big GL has changed as his fame and fortune has grown since 1977.To put it bluntly this documentary is brilliant stuff and NOT just a GL bashing exercise for fanboys I must stress. This is a very well made argument against the big GL for his tinkering and decisions that are covered by fans from all other the world. Not only fans I might add but big name stars such as Simon Pegg and director Francis Ford Coppola along with others from the media and effects world, all add their views. Even the last Indiana Jones fiasco gets a once over as fans despaired from the mighty fedora wearing hero's humiliation.From watching this film you do see (with much video evidence) that Lucas has indeed changed. A man who was once proud to fight the establishment has now become the establishment. A massive money making machine with yes men/women at his beck and call and no other input but his own. Its a shame to see but very evident that the story of how Anakin became corrupted by the dark side in the Star Wars franchise is in fact the story of Lucas. Lucas became a dark lord as did Anakin and some say that the success of Star Wars destroyed Lucas as a film maker.This documentary is extremely interesting it must be said. You do discover many gems of information such as a letter from the PR department of LucasFilm stating that the original negatives of the classic trilogy were permanently altered when the SE editions were made!! Also ironically we find that Lucas himself testified before US Congress against the colourization of black and white films back in 88, stating that it would be even easier in the future for old negatives to be replaced by new versions. It would be a great loss and that history must not be rewritten! Jesus the hypocrisy.The main controversy of this film is the SE editions and why Lucas continues to play with his films when there's nothing wrong with them in the first place. The arguments are strong and could go on forever but it has to be said that at the end of the day the films belong to history now. The reason why Lucas wants to change the films is obviously because he is a different man from way back in 77. Of course he wants to change it, any director could change their old films when they look back on them because people change and look at things differently in time and with age. But in general people don't do that (hopefully) because they are products of their time, a moment in history that should not be altered. It would be very easy to spruce up old out of date movies and make them all flashy with modern effects (CGI), but of course then it wouldn't be the same original movie. Gary Kutz (Star Wars producer) points out that the films work because of their limitations, the lack of money, the use of basic effects and lack of high-tech gadgetry. These are all reasons why the original movies were so great and innovative, especially for the era. People had to be inventive and use their skills, the same could be said for so many classic films across all genres but you wouldn't dare go back and crowbar in CGI bits or replace whole sections or peoples performances. I think GL forgets about all the folk that made his dreams a reality when he hacks away. He created the idea, the story, but he didn't create all the effects, models, sets, costumes, weapons etc...There were many many people who contributed a lot of skill and hard work to create Lucas' vision.This is the main crux of the documentary and its very very well presented with lots of footage from the movies along with homages...not needless bashing. The originals have been released on DVD of course back in 06 but they were very poor copies plopped onto DVD with no love or attention. We still await good cleaned up versions like Ridley Scott did for 'Blade Runner' or Spielberg with 'E.T.' or even Gilliam with 'Brazil'. Of course there are plenty of Star Wars fans that voice their opinions which some won't agree with, its an argument that both sides will never feel satisfied with but at the end of day everyone still just about respects and loves Lucas for his visual opus. They just wish he would leave it be.10/10

This failed to capture the psychology of the fandom. It didn't specifically say what they disliked about the prequels just that "raped their childhood" like all the other thousands of online trollers out there. I could give more detail than what this had to offer. George Lucas initially wanted to do a remake of Flash Gordon, an old serial he watched when he was kid, but couldn't get the rights to it. So he set out to make his version obviously. He was inspired by the writings of Joseph Campbell. He was practically ripping off other movies such as The Hidden Fortress, Metroplis, and, oh yes, Flash Gordon. So you see I possess better nerd knowledge than what these losers (no offense) had to offer. This brings nothing new to the table and is just pathetic little rants. I will have to side with another user that reviewed this, go watch Red Letter Media. We will get so many more laughs than this. Hell, I'll even recommend a few others just to give them a bit more recognition. Confused Matthew offers a similar review through the films but doesn't have the crude humor that Red Letter Media has. Belated Media has a video called "What if Episode I Was Good?". And another called Auralnauts does a parody of the prequels where they dub over the character's voices and provide for hilarious interactions that are SO much more interesting than what the characters actually say. Check out any one of those four. They're all worth it if you're a Star Wars fan.

I really like this documentary...because I am a Star Wars fan. If you aren't one, DO NOT watch this movie because you won't be able to connect with it. This movie's audience is for Star Wars fans only...period. And since I am a die hard fan of SW, this movie appealed to me personally. It also made me tear up a bit (not because of the movie but because of the strong connection I have with the films).Yeah, I know, nerdy stuff, but it is worth it. If you simply do not want to spend the money on watching this movie, email me at: [email protected] And I can help you watch this movie for free.I watched the movie for free and after I finished watching it, I simply do not think it is worth the money, even though this movie can be bought pretty cheap or rented on Youtube for 4 bucks.But really, I liked this documentary. If you like Star Wars or facsinated by the antics of George Lucas, check it out.