Star Wars: The Clone Wars
Star Wars: The Clone Wars

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Star Wars: The Clone Wars

2008
Movie
98 min
English

As the Clone Wars sweep through the galaxy, Anakin Skywalker and his new Padawan learner Ahsoka Tano plunge into a dangerous mission to rescue the kidnapped son of crime lord Jabba the Hutt.

Insights

IMDb8.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes94% (Critics)
Metacritic81/100
Google Users89%
Director: Dave FiloniGenres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy

Plot Summary

Set during the three years between the films 'Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones' and 'Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith', this animated series chronicles the epic Clone Wars conflict. It follows Jedi Knights Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi, along with their Padawan Ahsoka Tano, as they lead the Republic's clone troopers against the Separatist forces led by Count Dooku and General Grievous. The series delves into the moral complexities of war, the nature of heroism, and the tragic events that foreshadow the rise of the Galactic Empire.

Critical Reception

Initially met with mixed reviews due to its animation style and a theatrical film release that felt disconnected from the series, 'Star Wars: The Clone Wars' gradually evolved into a critical darling. Its later seasons are widely praised for mature storytelling, complex character development (especially for Anakin and Ahsoka), and expanding the Star Wars universe in meaningful ways. It's now considered a crucial and beloved part of the Star Wars canon by both critics and fans.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praise for its mature and complex storytelling that evolved significantly over its run.

  • Appreciation for the deep development of characters, particularly Anakin Skywalker and the introduction of Ahsoka Tano.

  • Recognition of its successful expansion of the Star Wars universe and its integration into the overall saga.

Google audience: Google users highly appreciate the series for its engaging storylines, the development of beloved characters like Ahsoka Tano, and how it enriches the Star Wars universe. Many highlight its ability to balance action with emotional depth, making it a standout entry in the franchise.

Awards & Accolades

Primetime Emmy Awards (Won: 3, Nominated: 7), Annie Awards (Won: 4, Nominated: 12), Golden Reel Awards (Won: 1, Nominated: 3)

Fun Fact

Ahsoka Tano, Anakin Skywalker's original Padawan created for the series, was initially met with skepticism by some fans but has since become one of the most popular characters in the entire Star Wars saga, spawning her own spin-off series, 'Ahsoka'.

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Gimly

Gimly

Not nearly so bad as I had been led to believe, though even I had to question a lot of the choices that were made dialogue-wise. A lot of the lines were confronting-ly bad. Otherwise, I found it inoffensive. Perhaps my lowered expectations ...