Ultimately, “The Phantom Menace” is a movie that spreads itself too thin, not committing itself to characters or politics, and thus, prioritizes reference over substance, symbol over meaning.

It has been quite a long time since the Star Wars prequels sparked a frenzy at the movie theater, giving some fans a villain to hate for years and others a fresh start for their favorite franchise. The Phantom Menace is likely the harder pill to swallow for many fans,

A secret easter egg has finally been revealed in George Lucas' Star Wars: The Phantom Menace 26 years after its release.

The Phantom Menace is the Star Wars movie that just keeps giving. Over 25 years after the blockbuster brought a galaxy far, far away back into cinemas, yet another subtle Easter Egg has been found.

For years, Star Wars fans assumed George Lucas ’ only on-screen appearance in his own galaxy came in Revenge of the Sith , where he briefly showed up as the blue-skinned Baron Papanoida. But it turns out he made his first “cameo” much earlier,

Did you know George Lucas made a secret cameo in The Phantom Menace? Discover the hidden moment that most fans missed and explore how the creator of Star Wars subtly appeared in his own galaxy far, far away.

Star Wars wouldn't exist without the skill and imagination of George Lucas, but even he wasn't immune to making mistakes when he ran the franchise.