The Prequels Strike Back: A Fan's Journey

Directed by Bradley Weatherholt
Written by Bradley Weatherholt
Music by Seth Wade Melancon
Cinematography Tyler Gorrell
Edited by Kyle Brodeur
Production
company
Ministry of Cinema
Release date
 14 September 2016
Running time
 80 minutes
Language English

The Prequels Strike Back: A Fan's Journey is a 2016 American documentary film by Bradley Weatherholt about the controversial prequel trilogy of the Star Wars saga. The film contains dozens of interviews from film scholars,[1] critics,[2] academics,[2] and Star Wars fans. Notable interviews include film director Kevin Smith, film critic Chris Gore, actor Christian Simpson, music journalist Doug Adams, and Founding Curator of the Joseph Campbell Archives, Dr. Jonathan Young.[3]

Crowdfunded with a modest budget, production took place over a year as interviews were conducted across the country.[4][5][6][7]

The film was released digitally on September 14, 2016.[8] A theatrical premiere took place on October 6, 2016 in Austin, Texas.[3][9]

Reviews of the film were generally positive by fans and critics alike. Chris Agar of ScreenRant noted the film "is a great watch for Star Wars fans and serves as a refreshing discussion on the prequels,"[10] while Richard Whittaker of The Austin Chronicle praised the film's deconstruction of George Lucas.[11] Geeks of Doom's review noted: "You might be surprised at what you learn, and what you may have missed this entire time."[12] The Star Wars Prequels Appreciation Society called the film "thoughtful," though it doubted the film would change the minds of "hellbent" fans.[13] Many cite the film as playing a significant role in rethinking the legacy of the prequel films.[8]

References

  1. ↑ "Spotlight: Mike Klimo • The Prequels Strike Back". 7 May 2016.
  2. 1 2 "Login • The Prequels Strike Back".
  3. 1 2 "The Prequels Strike Back Trailer: Maybe The Star Wars Prequels Aren't Bad?". 24 August 2016.
  4. ↑ "The Prequels Strike Back".
  5. ↑ "Get Involved, Internet: Help fund a "fresh look" at the Star Wars prequels". 11 June 2015.
  6. ↑ "New Documentary Defending the Star Wars Prequel Trilogy Needs Your Help! • Making Star Wars". 8 May 2015.
  7. ↑ Campbell, Christopher (11 May 2015). "The Prequels Strike Back Could Be Another Star Wars Movie Out This Year".
  8. 1 2 "Why It's Not Cool to Hate the 'Star Wars' Prequels Anymore".
  9. ↑ "New Star Wars Documentary Attempts To Defend The Prequels, Check It Out - CINEMABLEND". 27 August 2016.
  10. ↑ "The Prequels Strike Back: A Fan's Journey Review". 11 September 2016.
  11. ↑ "The Star Wars Prequels Strike Back".
  12. ↑ "Movie Review: The Prequels Strike Back: A Fan's Journey - Star Wars". 27 October 2016.
  13. ↑ "Review: "The Prequels Strike Back"". 13 September 2016.
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