But whereas you find that decision brilliant ... I think that storyline blows, is complete weak-sauce, and makes Anakin's turn to the dark side a laughing matter that I couldn't buy into for a heartbeat.
To each his own. I'm glad that worked for some people.
For me, I'm not sure the 'original' version would have fallen flat. Quick ... somebody do a fan edit - restoring the film to its initial plotline - so I can see if I'd like the prequels' grand finale any better.
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