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Considered the most morally and emotionally complex of the original Star Wars trilogy, THE EMPIRE STRIKE BACK continues creator George... Read More
Considered the most morally and emotionally complex of the original Star Wars trilogy, THE EMPIRE STRIKE BACK continues creator George Lucas's epic saga where STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE left off. The Rebel Forces--which include young adventurer Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill), rogue pilot Han Solo (Harrison Ford), and the beautiful but seemingly humorless Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher)--have been successful in destroying the Evil Empire's Death Star. However, the Empire's top commander, the terrifying Lord Darth Vader (played by David Prowse, voiced by James Earl Jones), is scanning the galaxy for the Rebels' secret location. After a visually stunning showdown on the ice planet Hoth, the Rebels are forced to flee, and Luke separates from Han and Leia. Masterful storytelling weaves multiple, archetypal plotlines that pit Vader against Han and Leia as he desperately attempts to capture Luke for political--and, secretly, personal--reasons. Luke, meanwhile, finds himself under the tutelage of the tiny but powerful ol... Minimize
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Key Information
Directors Irvin Kershner
Stars Mark Hamill
Actors Peter Mayhew
Genre Science-Fiction/Fantasy
Subgenre Recommended • Epic • Blockbuster • Big Battles • Swashbuckler • Good Vs. Evil • Space Opera • Classic • Fantasy • Science-Fiction • Theatrical Release
MPAA Rating PG (MPAA)
Available Formats DVD: 2-Disc Limited Edition; Widescreen; Checkpoint
UPC 086162142567
Release Date 1980
Running Time 2hr 4min
Languages
Original Language English
DVD Editions
  Format: DVD: Canadian; 2-Disc Limited Edition; Widescreen; Sensormatic , 2hr 7min
Release Company: 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment (September 12, 2006)
VHS Editions
  Format: VHS: Special Edition , 2hr 10min
Release Company: 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment (August 26, 1997)
UPC: 086162609831
Credits
Screenwriter Lawrence Kasdan
Professional Reviews
  (05/21/1980, p.C25, Janet Maslin): "...As polished and technically proficient as [STAR WARS]....Ford's Han Solo steals the show..."
Quotes from the Movie
  "Beware of the Dark Side."--Yoda (Frank Oz) to Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill)

"The Force is with you, but you are not yet a Jedi Knight."--Darth Vader (played by David Prowse, voiced by James Earl Jones) to Luke
Review Summary
72 Reviews from Epinions.com
Overall Rating: 5/5 stars
Action Factor: 4
Special Effects: 4
Suspense: 4
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By: AliventiAsylum
May 21, 2002

The Empire Strikes Back: My 250th Review

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: great acting, great effects, great pacing, the ultimate twist in the Star Wars universe

Cons: none!

Bottom Line:
If you have not seen this film, you need to! Read More


By: captaind
May 13, 2006

Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeevil Strikes Back...

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Even more action, adventure, and humour than the first Star Wars movie...

Cons: ... ... ... ... ... for me, none really

Bottom Line:
One of my all-time favourite sci-fi flicks, and my fave of the Star Wars films. May the Force be with you. Etc... Read More


By: talyseon
May 20, 2008

Best Five Word Stunner in Movie History: The Empire Strikes Back.

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Every part of this movie works seamlessly together to create a masterpiece.

Cons: None.

Bottom Line:
A true classic, it is as moving today as it was 21 May, 1980. The "clean up" only improved it. Read More


By: JediKermit
Mar 8, 2001

Who's Your Daddy?

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Great FX, visuals, life lessons, mythology, and even decent acting

Cons: Adding Luke's yell to the Special Edition

Bottom Line:
My favorite movie of all time, nearly flawless in it's execution and furthering a great saga. Love it. Read More


By: Ed.Williamson
Jun 8, 2004

STAR WARS: The Best Science Fiction Adventure In The Universe: (B.) Episode V.

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: A continuation of the best space adventure movie created yet.

Cons: You have to see Episode 4 to understand it.

Bottom Line:
Your education is neglected if you don't see it. Read More


By: befus
Jul 21, 2008

The Empire Strikes Back With A Vengeance

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Returning cast; cool new settings and effects; darker tone; good writing; fun dialog; cliffhangers

Cons: None really

Bottom Line:
I love this movie................I know. Read More


By: alexdg1
Dec 19, 2003

Lucas Strikes Again With Solid "Empire"

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Great script, awesome score by maestro Williams, fine directing by Irvin Kershner

Cons: None.

Bottom Line:
One of the rare sequels that is as good, if not better than, the "source" film. If you enjoy the Star Wars series, this flick is a "must-have." Read More


By: updateghost
Aug 12, 2007

The Empire Strikes Back!!! Dun... dun... dun dun dun... dun... dun.......

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Most.

Cons: Very few.

Bottom Line:
is striking back. Read More


By: jackiechad
Feb 18, 2005

The Box Office Strikes Back

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: great story, breaks the action movie mold, innovative and inspiring

Cons: suffers only from limitations of stop motion and blue screen at the time

Bottom Line:
Every bit as worthy of your time as its predecessor Read More


By: bilbopooh
Feb 23, 2001

Gave Me the Shivers!

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: the appearance of Yoda

Cons: Han Solo in carbonite

Bottom Line:
Good transitional film from the beginning to the ending segment of this saga, introducing the key character of Yoda. Just watch out for that freezing scene. Read More


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