Summary SCREENRANT VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT Although the Star Wars prequel trilogy was initially poorly received, it has grown more beloved with time; however, Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones remains underrated among Star Wars movies and TV shows. Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith has easily become the most celebrated of the three prequels, with many considering it one of Star Wars' best movies.
In addition to the Battle of Geonosis being incredible to watch, its importance also cannot be overstated. While, yes, the clone troopers were already made and ready for war either way, this event kicked off the grueling war that would not only go on for years but would also be the catalyst for Palpatine's inevitable rise to power. This reveal had also been decades in the making, which means Attack of the Clones is an essential part of Star Wars history.
However, this loss was also critically important for Anakin, who struggled so significantly with the fallout from his mother's death that he became obsessed with keeping Padmé alive only a few short years later. In fact, this event was one of the defining moments in Anakin's fall to the dark side. Not only did the subsequent fear of further loss drive Anakin right into Palpatine's trap, but also, Anakin's rage at the Tusken Raiders resulted in his first murderous attack .
6 The Flaws With The Jedi Order Are Made Clearer The Jedi Made A Number Of Poor Decisions Before And During The Clone Wars Close Attack of the Clones also does an excellent job revealing the flaws within the Jedi Order despite the Jedi's best intentions. In The Phantom Menace, the Jedi seemed shockingly unaware, as they were insistent that the Sith had been extinct for a millennium, although they were really in the shadows all along.
While painful, these moments were essential, as they explained who Anakin Skywalker was becoming and why he fell to the dark side despite his initial innocence. Impressively, the movie also managed to do this without removing all traces of sympathy for Anakin. Yes, he committed heinous acts, but the amount he was hurting was abundantly clear, making it more difficult to write him off entirely .
3 Some Of Star Wars' Best Lines Are In Attack Of The Clones Many Attack Of The Clones Quotes Have Become Iconic Many popular Star Wars lines come from Attack of the Clones, with perhaps the most notable being Anakin's comment about disliking sand. Although not intended to be funny, that line has become one of the most referenced in the whole franchise.