Can anyone believe it’s already been two decades since this modern classic came out?

Its cultural impact feels more powerful now than ever.

Twenty years later, this is still a blast of entertainment.

Star Wars: Episode III- Revenge of the Sith

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However, there’s no denyingRevenge of the Sithis the undisputed best one.

So much comes together here thatStar Warsfans today continue finding more appreciation for.

10The Battle Over Coruscant Opening Scene

Way to kick things off with a bang!

Republic and Trade Federation forces clash above Coruscant

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9The Stunning Visuals

Impressive…

Most Impressive

The prequels were often criticizedfor their heavy reliance on unconvincing-looking CGI effects.

8The Iconic Lines

Which one do you quote the most?

Obi-Wan saying “hello there” in Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith.

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But even the weakest lines have become fun for fans to say.

Even though some of the dialog doesn’t work, it doesn’t drag down the film’s value.

Overall, this is a highly quotable classic, with lines that almost everyStar Warsfan can enjoy.

Anakin Skywalker fighting Obi-Wan Kenobi in ‘Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith’ (2005)

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7The Epic Lightsaber Duels

Where else are they so intense?

One of the biggest takeaways from the Star Wars films isthe epic lightsaber duels.

Their epic moments have become crucial to the franchise’s success all the way back to A New Hope.

Palpatine talking to Anakin at the opera in Star Wars - Revenge of the Sith - 2005

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There are staples of the series that each film includes.

And I argueRevenge of the Sithhas some of the best of these battles in the entire saga.

6The Performances

“You were my brother Anakin!

Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker in Star Wars Revenge of the Sith

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I loved you!”

Overall, it’s hard to deny this film has acting that keeps audiences invested.

Let’s now talk about one of the most pivotal moments inStar Warshistory,the Order 66 scene.

Palpatine (Ian McDiarmid) laughs with his arms outstretched in Revenge of the Sith

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It’s an emotional moment that still feels heartbreaking to see today.

Here, he proves how monstrous, irredeemable, and cold-hearted he truly is.

1The Fall of Anakin Skywalker

This is what it was all building up to!

Anakin Skywalker (Hayden Christensen) scowls in front of a lava river in ‘Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith.'

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It’s one of the most fascinating and saddest parts of the prequels and the franchise in general.

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Darth Vader rises from an operating table at the end of ‘Revenge of the Sith’

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