Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith just opened today (or last night, rather) and already it's been seized upon by liberals and conservatives alike as Exhibit A in their respective agendas.
People, it's just a movie. Does anyone seriously believe that the man who punished movieviewers with Episodes I and II would have the artistry to craft political allegory in the guise of science fiction adventure? And don't get me started on the whole Joseph Cambell and The Hero with a Thousand Faces business, either. George Lucas practically bought out the entire sledgehammer industry to make that point.
Having said that, I've made my plans to see Episode III this Friday. Wa-hoo! What? Just because I rant about Episodes I and II doesn't mean I'm sitting out Episode III. It's become a matter of principle at this point.
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