It’s been a while since the last installment of this series, but it’s time for a new installment. A reminder of what the idea is about “The Better Film”:
There always discussions between people when comparing two (very good) movies, which usually comes down to one question:
If you have to pick only one, which is the better film?
My goal is to have that discussion in the comments and see which of the two gets the most support, thus being the better film of the two. This does not mean the other one is bad, it is just to see which one is the preferred choice.
Many won’t even have to think about this one as many will find the sequel the better one, but recently listening to the Canon podcast some valid arguments were made why it is actually the original that is the one you should pick as it sets up a whole universe, has a lot of things happen to its main characters and has a clear ending. Although I’m not as big a fan of these series as many others are, I always preferred the original film, but what about you?
If you have to pick only one, which is the better film?
Empire
Either in its original or the special edition version. It’s still the better film in terms of character development, action, humor, and its sense of shock.
I was expecting people to choose Empire, but you should take a listen to the podcast I linked to. They bring up some interesting points.
I know that I’m totally in the minority here…but I prefer Return of the Jedi to both 😀
That is a surprising choice indeed!
The Empire Strikes Back.
Of course 🙂
Is this really even a contest? “Empire”. If only because we didn’t have to hear, “but I have to go to Kashi station to get some power converters.”
Hahahaha, well give that podcast a listen…might change your opinion 😉
The Empire Strikes Back. All day, every day. Love the darker ending. The initial shock of Vader telling Luke who he really is is one of cinema’s greatest moments. I love both, but sticking with the sequel.
Understand your decision!
Empire, easily. I recently re-watched all six Star Wars movies and that one is still my favorite.
It is the popular choice!
Empire for sure. The dark ending, the big reveal and the utter despair at the end of it all. Now that’s how you get a fanbase screaming for more.
Yeah, they did that very well