Movie Review: The Empire Strikes Back - Best Sequel Ever?

Second in what is likely the most watched trilogy of all time is "The Empire Strikes Back," which picks up the story after "A New Hope," left off. This stunning piece of filmmaking surpassed both the original in both popularity and critical acclaim. In this article we will explore why, and why you should own this breathtaking masterpiece.

The movie starts of short time after the previous movie ended. Our heroes are somewhere on this seemingly abandoned ice planet, in an attempt to hide out from the empire, led by none other that Darth Vader, whose situation based on events of the previous movie is now known. We see him bowing down the Emperor himself, and realize he isn't the top dog after all.

It doesn't take long for the empire to find the rebels hideout, and a battle for their escape ensues. Only this time, they split up. To evade capture by the empire, this is the only option. Han Solo, Princess Leia, and C3PO head for a station run by Han's buddy, while Luke heads off to meet up with some mysterious character, a character that will become one of the most famous fictional characters ever created.

We follow Han And Leia through an asteroid field, and other adventures before they finally arrive on Han's buddies outpost, only to find the empire, including Darth Vader, has arrived before them, and has forced Han's buddy into falling into a trap. It appears as though the seemingly all powerful Darth Vader is in need of something.

Meanwhile, we see Luke land on some jungle planet out in the middle of nowhere. His ship sinks into a swamp, and he feels he may be in the wrong place. Then he meets up with Yoda, the last living Jedi Trainer. Luke is put through a tough training, both mentally and physically, as he learns the way of the force. Some of the most powerful, metaphysical truths of the universe are revealed during the interactions between Luke And Yoda. We also learn that in order to become a true Jedi, Luke must face Vader. Something master Yoda feels he is not quite prepared for.

Luke, through his growing powers of the force, sense that his friends are in danger, and leaves before his training is complete. We see Ben's ghost appear, and speak with Yoda. Another vague Jedi is referred to, but we aren't sure who. Luke arrives at the station where his friends are kept captive, and we learn that this was Darth Vader's plan all along. To take Luke and bring to the emperor. We also learn one more shocking piece of information, but I refuse to spoil this for anyone who has not seen this masterpiece. This is trilogy that you must own. I recommend you buy the box set if you can afford it. This is movie making at its most brilliant.

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