More Irresponsible Reporting
Okay, so I was looking through this guy's list, and there are a couple of issues I'd like to take with it. I think that both of these issues are with this...
My first issue is with the sloppy story checking. What do I mean?
It doesn't take that much checking to figure out that the character's name is "Watto. Is it a big deal? Probably not. Unfortunately, though, it just underscores the tendency in the media to ignore the details and present whatever's sensational. This Gregory Ellwood gomer should know that if he's going to post something about Star Wars, Star Trek, et cetera, he must get the details right or else nerds like me are going to play the "dumbass" card.
The second issue I have with this list? Well, how about the fact that the pod race is on it in the first place? The Tattooine pod race was the biggest travesty ever, and one of Lucas' most grievous sins against film. It didn't accomplish much of anything, save giving Lucas a chance to show off some of his nifty film tricks. I understand that it works into the plot of Episode I. Read my lips: if George Lucas had any real writing talent, he would have come up with something a lot better than the pod race. The fact that this Ellwood guy doesn't understand that proves that he shouldn't be writing the column in the first place.
This is as bad as the time a local newscaster was talking about "Luke and Hans". If you don't know what you're talking about, don't try to act like you know what you're talking about.
9. The Pod Race
Episode: 'I -- The Phantom Menace'
Why: This is arguably the most effective scene in "The Phantom Menace," and it is also one of the few with genuine tension. Showing off the technical jump in CGI special effects, the pod race stands as a beautifully rendered showcase for young Anakin's skills as a pilot and machinist. Half video game simulation and half plot point, Anakin's triumph against the shifty Dug Sebulba frees him from junk shop proprietor Watt's enslavement. It also allows him to leave Tatooine with Qui-Gon and Padmé to begin his journey as a Jedi.
Cheese Factor: Where to begin! From Anakin's silly alien racers to the two-headed American sports style announcing team, this scene is full of moments where someone should have told Lucas, "George, stop the insanity!"
Memorable Line: Besides Anakin's friends cheering and some bad dialogue by the race announcers, none... which also helps this scene.
My first issue is with the sloppy story checking. What do I mean?
Half video game simulation and half plot point, Anakin's triumph against the shifty Dug Sebulba frees him from junk shop proprietor Watt's enslavement.
It doesn't take that much checking to figure out that the character's name is "Watto. Is it a big deal? Probably not. Unfortunately, though, it just underscores the tendency in the media to ignore the details and present whatever's sensational. This Gregory Ellwood gomer should know that if he's going to post something about Star Wars, Star Trek, et cetera, he must get the details right or else nerds like me are going to play the "dumbass" card.
The second issue I have with this list? Well, how about the fact that the pod race is on it in the first place? The Tattooine pod race was the biggest travesty ever, and one of Lucas' most grievous sins against film. It didn't accomplish much of anything, save giving Lucas a chance to show off some of his nifty film tricks. I understand that it works into the plot of Episode I. Read my lips: if George Lucas had any real writing talent, he would have come up with something a lot better than the pod race. The fact that this Ellwood guy doesn't understand that proves that he shouldn't be writing the column in the first place.
This is as bad as the time a local newscaster was talking about "Luke and Hans". If you don't know what you're talking about, don't try to act like you know what you're talking about.
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