CNN —The teeth-gnashing aspects of “Star Wars: The Phantom Menace” have been chewed upon for a quarter century, from Watto to Anakin Skywalker’s Midi-chlorian count (and miracle birth) to almost everyone’s favorite punching bag, Jar Jar Binks.
Think of them as creative building blocks, which overcame clunkier parts of the script and awkward performances to influence the rest of the “Star Wars” timeline.
Ray Park as the villainous Darth Maul in "Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace."
It’s also likely a key reason why “Star Wars” has continued to flourish as parents pass it on to their kids.
“Star Wars: The Phantom Menace” will play in select theaters beginning May 3.
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