Revenge of the Prequels!
| Published 12/10/04

Graphic by: Doni Neel

George Lucas is currently putting the finishing touches on his finale to the "Star Wars" saga. "Episode III: Revenge of the Sith" hits theaters May 19 and will complete the story of Anakin Skywalker. Lucas’ other two prequels, "The Phantom Menace" and "Attack of The Clones," raked in almost 750 million dollars in combined U.S box office revenues but received mixed revues from critics and fans alike. "Revenge of The Sith" is billed to be the darkest film of the saga; so dark in fact, there are rumors proposing a possible PG-13 rating, which would be a first for a "Star Wars" film.

"Revenge of The Sith," which takes place three years after the events of "Attack of The Clones," shows the final stages of The Clone Wars, the rise of Emperor Palpatine, the downfall of young Anakin Skywalker and the birth of Darth Vader. With the recent release of the "Star Wars Trilogy" on DVD and the first teaser trailer for Episode III, it seems as though the Lucas marketing machine is picking up speed. Toys, fast food promotions and a new cartoon series are on the way, as well as a slue of books and other paraphernalia that will introduce such classic characters like Chewbacca and Darth Vader to a whole new generation.

While the film is still in post-production and far from being done, it will be hard to ignore the onslaught of "Star Wars" merchandise and marketing following up to the film’s final release. For more information on "Revenge of the Sith" check out Star Wars to view production stills, trailers and more.