There are some great ideas and contributions floating about here with regard to the latter part of the film and, in general, I agree with most of them, however I must put on record my disagreement to what is being put forward by some folk about Anakin’s roll in the Dooku duel.
The idea of Anacin ‘holding back’ while Obi goes it alone with Dooku (even for a short time) seems incongruous to me. Irrespective of dialogue, I found Anacin rushing in before Obi a very natural action in view of what his character is and how his character has acted (and acts thereafter) in the film(s). I think it would be a mistake to suddenly have him gain either a measure of restraint, or worse still, uncertainty (in not knowing how or when to join the battle), after a) what he had just gone through and b) that he was fighting one of the most dangerous foes of his life. Although GL has messed up many scenes and aspects within the film, Anacin being disobedient and running at Dooku at this point in time fits perfectly. Apart from it being what he would do (IMHO) I also like the idea that he is fired up by Padme’s fall and wants someone to blame, as well as him wanting to get back to her as soon as possible. I’m not saying that that part of the scene doesn’t need some treatment, it is just rewarding to see Anakin’s impetuousness and the instant punishment he get for it.
I realise that it is all just my opinion and, more importantly, I don’t want to offend anyone (so please don’t be), but I see this possible edit as showing Anakin in an uncharacteristic light when you want clarity at this stage of the film.
I just wanted to put forward an opposing opinion… It’s up to Trooperman in the last, and I like everything he has done so far – and I’m scared by how good this project is turning out to be!
Cheers