Clearly you were a big fan of the pod race and added onto it. It is most certainly the most enjoyable action sequence other than the saber battle at end. But it does drag a bit too long and is too childish in your version for my taste. Better to keep the movie moving quickly and keep it under 2 hours. On a positive note, I think I like your cut of the end battle sequence possibly more than Phantom Editors. He left in a couple lines from Anakin and a few more jar jar antics than I cared for. On a negative note, you left in the flying through the planet’s core and subsequent waterfall sequence that is possibly the most retarded sequence in the whole movie.

All in all, criticisms aside, 8/10 is pretty high marks from my critical ass.

Personally, I think Attack of the Phantom is almost perfect as it removes all the bits I despised the most(rather than ADM’s version). Anyway, I digress.

I like ADM edits, this editor has done some of my favourite edits thus far, such as Blade Runner.

Here though, I feel the edit just hasn’t gone far enough. Jar Jar is still annoying, the Neimoidians are still dodgy-Chinese, stupid dialogue still exists. Re-inserted scenes like the waterfall scene don’t really add to the story. I’ve previously watched Balance of the Force by Magnoliafan – and this went so much further to improve the film. This is more subtle and maybe for some OK. I wanted more.

it’s mostly very professional. i found only the planet core sequence to be a little sloppy.

i could do without the waterfall deleted scene, and the discussion about Anakin having no father. could trim jar jar a little more at the dinner table as well.

otherwise, great job! 4 stars. excellent quality and makes the film very enjoyable to watch.

WONDERFUL choice to make Anakin’s piloting at the end all deliberate. kudos.