The only thing that I really know about Star Wars is that I don't like any of the movies. The Last Jedi was pretty, and I can appreciate that, but that's where my appreciation for all things Star Wars ends.
Anyway, I remember watching Episode 1: The Phantom Menace back in the day in the theater with friends. If I remember right, there had to be some reason I went to that movie. I'm guessing it had to do with a boy band and TRL on MTV.
(God, I'm old.)
Anyway, while on this weekend road trip with my friend friend, he had probably the best description of a Star Wars movie I've ever heard.
First, let's see what Dr. Google says about Episode 1:
When the Trade Federation cuts off all routes to the planet Naboo, Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan are assigned to settle the matter.
My friend friend has a point: The entire premise of the movie is that these Jedis can't get off of a planet.
In his words: "It's like SEAL Team Six being stuck at a truck stop."
Me: "Maybe they locked their keys in their car. Or maybe their car got stolen."
His words: "You're SEAL Team Six. Call a Black Hawk."
I hate losing arguments, but I have to give him this one.
He's not wrong.
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