The Prequels Strike Back: A Fan's Journey Explained

The Prequels Strike Back: A Fan's Journey
Director:Bradley Weatherholt
Music:Seth Wade Melancon
Cinematography:Tyler Gorrell
Editing:Kyle Brodeur
Studio:Ministry of Cinema
Runtime:80 minutes
Language:English

The Prequels Strike Back: A Fan's Journey is a 2016 American documentary film directed by Bradley Weatherholt about the Star Wars prequel trilogy. The film contains dozens of interviews from film scholars,[1] critics, academics, 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.[2]

Production

Crowdfunded with a modest budget, production took place over a year as interviews were conducted across the country.[3] [4] [5] [6]

Release

The film was released digitally on September 14, 2016.[7] A theatrical premiere took place on October 6, 2016 in Austin, Texas.[2] [8]

Reception

The Prequels Strike Back: A Fan's Journey received generally positive reviews from critics and fans alike. Chris Agar of Screen Rant noted the film "is a great watch for Star Wars fans and serves as a refreshing discussion on the prequels,"[9] while Richard Whittaker of The Austin Chronicle praised the film's deconstruction of George Lucas.[10] Geeks of Doom's review noted: "You might be surprised at what you learn, and what you may have missed this entire time."[11] The Star Wars Prequels Appreciation Society called the film "thoughtful," though it doubted the film would change the minds of "hellbent" fans.[12] Many cite the film as playing a significant role in rethinking the legacy of the prequel films.[7]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Spotlight: Mike Klimo. Brodeur. Kyle. May 7, 2016. PrequelsStrikeBack.com. https://web.archive.org/web/20161031004748/http://prequelsstrikeback.com/2016/05/07/spotlight-mike-klimo/. October 31, 2016.
  2. Web site: 'The Prequels Strike Back: A Fan's Journey' Trailer: Maybe The Star Wars Prequels Aren't Bad?. Anderton. Ethan. SlashFilm. August 24, 2016.
  3. Web site: The Prequels Strike Back. Indiegogo.
  4. Web site: Get Involved, Internet: Help fund a 'fresh look' at the Star Wars prequels. Vanderbilt. Mike. The A.V. Club. June 11, 2015.
  5. Web site: New Documentary Defending the Star Wars Prequel Trilogy Needs Your Help!. Tschopp. Jesse. MakingStarWars.net. May 8, 2015.
  6. Web site: THE PREQUELS STRIKE BACK COULD BE ANOTHER STAR WARS MOVIE OUT THIS YEAR. Campbell. Christopher. May 11, 2015. Film School Rejects. https://web.archive.org/web/20160104065943/http://filmschoolrejects.com/news/the-prequels-strike-back.php. January 4, 2016.
  7. Web site: It's Not Cool to Hate the 'Star Wars' Prequels Anymore. Britt. Ryan. Inverse. August 19, 2016.
  8. Web site: New Star Wars Documentary Attempts To Defend The Prequels, Check It Out. Wood. Matt. Cinema Blend. August 27, 2016.
  9. Web site: The Prequels Strike Back: A Fan's Journey Review. Agar. Chris. Screen Rant. September 11, 2016.
  10. Web site: The Star Wars Prequels Strike Back. Whittaker. Richard. The Austin Chronicle. September 30, 2016.
  11. Web site: Movie Review: The Prequels Strike Back: A Fan's Journey. Geeks of Doom. October 27, 2016.
  12. Web site: Review: 'The Prequels Strike Back'. The Star Wars Prequel Appreciation Society. September 12, 2016.

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