Amazon.com: Make no mistake, Clone Wars is honest-to-goodness authentic Star Wars. The animated series takes place between Episode II, Attack of the Clones and Episode III, Revenge of the Sith. If the feature films covers the beginning and end of the war, Clone Wars depicts the actual battles and events that made heroes into legends. Don't expect too much character development, as the episodes tend to be driven more by flat-out action than by dialogue (which can be a good thing, considering some Star Wars dialogue). We see such familiar faces as Obi-Wan Kenobi, Yoda, and Mace Windu in combat, and we meet the elite ARC (Advanced Recon Commandos) clone troopers plus new Jedi--the amphibious Kit Fisto and two women, Luminara Unduli and Barriss Offee. We also see a little more development of Anakin--showing off the best pilot skills in the army, defying Obi-Wan, and engaging in a deadly duel with Sith apprentice Asajj Ventress. But just when it's clear that the Separatist droid armies are no match for a Jedi, the tide begins to turn with the introduction of the menacing General Grievous, who plays a crucial part in Episode III. The cast mostly consists of veteran voice actors, but Anthony Daniels does appear as C-3PO.
Clone Wars was created by Genndy Tartakovsky, whose resume includes such stylish series as Samurai Jack, Dexter's Laboratory, and The Powerpuff Girls, and the program won a 2004 Emmy for Outstanding Animated Program (For Programming One Hour or More). These 20 episodes, which played on the Cartoon Network (and were originally designated seasons 1 and 2), can be viewed as a seamless 69-minute whole or as individual chapters. DVD features include two commentary tracks, a making-of featurette, video game and Episode III trailers, and an Xbox playable demo of the stealth game Republic Commando. If you're a fan who can't wait for Episode III, Clone Wars is essential viewing. --David Horiuchi
Description: The saga continues with the Emmy-winning "Star Wars: Clone Wars," available for the first time ever on DVD. This animated micro-series, directed by Genny Tartakovsky, captures George Lucas' vision in a dynamic animated style that is a visual delight for all ages. "Star Wars: Clone Wars" Volume One reveals the epic adventures that bridge the story arc between Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones and Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith. Follow the valiant Jedi Knights and the brave soldiers of the Republic's clone army as they battle against the droid forces of the Separatists, led by the evil Sith Lord, Count Dooku. Witness the battles that made galactic heroes out of Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi, and along the way get a first look at the new menace from Episode III, General Grievous. This is a must-have for any Star Wars DVD collection.
Here we go again... Clone Wars, Volume I picks up where Attack of the Clones left off, and if you enjoyed that movie (I did), you should have a blast with this. Clone Wars aired as a series of shorts (watchable here as an uninterrupted whole) detailing the war that begins at the end of Episode II and ends in Episode III. There isn't really a great deal of plot (and no essential plot) that happens between the two films, so Clone Wars focuses mostly on the action, which is just fine. This isn't meant to be a stand-alone film, by any means. If you're one of the few people on earth who have never seen this whole "Star Wars" thing, this isn't the place to start, but if you have, it's a great addition.
Some highlights:
1. While this is also true for any video game that carries the Star Wars brand, the inclusion here of John Williams' great music, and a lot of the familiar sound effects from the films, goes a long way towards making this bona fide Star Wars.
2. It's in widescreen. I haven't had the chance to check out the surround sound options yet, so I won't comment on those. The story being told here is epic, involving huge fleets of starships and big armies of droids and clones and Jedi, and making it widescreen is absolutely essential.
3. It's Star Wars! The visual style of the show lends itself well to the Star Wars universe, and the crazy aliens and monsters and such which inhabit it. My only gripe here is that in some cases the Jedi are a little too much like Superman, but this is carried over from the prequel films.
The only thing for a fan really not to like here is that this really ought to be packaged and sold with Star Wars - Clone Wars, Vol. 2. There's no reason to own one without the other, and putting them together would be a nice excuse for some schnazzier packaging, and maybe a few more DVD extras. Fortunately, you can get both volumes without spending too much.
If Tartakovsky and co. ever decide/are allowed to make another one of these, set between Episodes IV and V, sign me up.
Everything Attack of The Clones should have been. Then animated. I personally think Attack of the Clones was the weakest of the Star Wars saga. The Clone Wars picks up right where it left off, and it's an experience more like A New Hope than Attack of The Clones. Why do I love this? It's fast paced, easy to get into, and doesn't drag on for hours about Anakin and Padme's love story ( when the camera moves to them in the films, TIME STOPS). The voice acting is pretty good, better than I expected and the plots work just fine for the little mini episodes.
Clone Wars Glory! I deducted 1 star because these episodes are too brief. They're over in a flash. But just watch 'em back to back and its cool. (And I say that as an avid Adult Swim fan.) But, it's not THAT much of a problem because Clone Wars ROCKS. This here is Star Wars at it's most glorious.
What a shame that the films seldom got this good. And what I'm talking about here is the action and drama that the Star Wars galaxy can really be about when a worthy team is in charge of brining it to life. And I sure dig the style of animation. If future Star Wars stories are told this well, then I guess I'll be into Star Wars for years to come. If we get more prequel level stuff, forget about it.
Star Wars 2.5 the back story of episode 3 Part 1 This is a two volume cartoon series that was aired on cartoon network before the release of episode III revenge of the Sith. This should be fine for ages 7 and up due to mild amounts of sci-fi violence and thematic elements. This is the first half or 69 minutes of the events that took place after the end of episode two and before the beginning of episode three which is about three years after episode II was resolved if my sources are correct. The Clone wars rage on in this first animated volume. Filled with enough mild animated action to rival that of Return of the Jedi. If you love star wars you will enjoy this. This volume goes from the beginning of Anakin sky being pronounced a General of one of the clone armies to the first brief battle and introduction of the cyborg warrior general Grievous trained in the Jedi arts by the sinister Count Doku. The clone wars are spreading across the galaxy is up to the army of the republic to restore the peace will they succeed. If you were curious about how the events leading up to episode three unfold these two DVDs may answer your burning questions. Can the Jedia succeed will Anakin Skywalker win his first test of strength sent at him in the form of a bald sith sent by the evil dark Sidious the lord of the Sith. Will the war end the Jedi be victorious? And what diabolical plans due the sith have in mind next? To find out the answer see the Clone Wars Volume II and Star Wars episode III for all the answers.
star wars never gets OLD! Great DVD. This isn't one of those star wars screw-ups that makes the saga look bad like many stupid and randomized series of books out there about the star wars universe. Must buy for any fan. A little short. Enough said. :)
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