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ATTACK OF THE CLONES v2
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Track Interpretation
Across the Stars
(00:00 - 02:27)
The epic theme for the second
STAR WARS prequel, "Across the Stars" is found throughout the film.
Originally this theme is meant to embrace the love story between the young
Anakin Skywalker and Senator Padme Amidala. Now the theme seems to connect
less with the love story, and more with the tragedy of the prequels.
Placing "Across the Stars" at the beginning of this suite signifies a loss
of innocence and is a hallmark of the darkness to come.
Master Yoda's Lesson (02:27 - 03:58)
Yoda's theme is essential to
Attack of the Clones, and not merely for the film's heroic ending. In
Attack of the Clones the relationship between Obi-Wan Kenobi and Master
Yoda is strengthened from the ambivalence seen in The Phantom Menace.
The boys choir during "Master Yoda's Lesson" embodies the spiritual nature
of Yoda's knowledge as he shares it with his pupils and Obi-Wan. This
segment ends with an appearance of William's 'Force Theme', often directly
associated with Obi-Wan and further strengthening their relationship with
one another.
A Dangerous and Disturbing Mystery (03:58 -
06:30)
Titled from Yoda's quotation during the film, "A Dangerous and Disturbing
Mystery" highlights the adventure Obi-Wan Kenobi embarks on to discover
the secret behind Senator Amidala's attempted assassination. The idea of a
film noir detective story within the STAR WARS universe was an exciting
prospect for fans, and William's 'Mystery' theme sets the tone perfectly.
While story arc of the film leaves no question to this riddle's answer
(the Senator correctly names Count Dooku as the villain behind her
assassination immediately), yet with an good imagination, fans will still
be able to enjoy this mystery simply by listening to William's theme
whispering that danger is close by.
When creating Version 1, this theme was obviously absent and was at the
top of the list to add back into the film's suite. "A Dangerous and
Disturbing Mystery" almost became the suite's single.
Attack of the Clones (06:30 - 09:24)
"Attack of the Clones" was a fan favorite theme from Version 1, and is
mostly intact. This action piece reminds us of the images of Obi-Wan and
Jango standing off at Kamino, the speeder chase on Coruscant, and
hopefully the Battle of Geonosis.
While not meant to convey images of any specific battle, "Attack of the
Clones" effectively shows how all hell is breaking loose across the galaxy
as The Clone Wars begin. This segment's new ending should leave the
listener with an unsettling feeling...as the Clone Wars are only just
beginning.
In addition, the ending flute embodies the musical feeling of the original
STAR WARS trilogy scores and hopefully help connect the two trilogies
together musically.
The Tatooine Interlude (09:24 - 10:00)
Tatooine holds a special place in the heart of STAR WARS fans, however
over-used the planet may be. This new piece of music proudly displays the
oddity of the world that is home to the Skywalker family.
Anakin and the Senator (10:00 - 11:52)
"Anakin and the Senator" was the single for the ATTACK OF THE CLONES
suite. In the original version, this theme was given a brief appearance
and a terrible beginning in "Of Love and Loss". When it came time to remix
AOTC, this untitled theme was in obvious need for improvement.
While "Across the Stars" is generally believed to be the love theme for
the second STAR WARS prequel, I disagree. After working on this particular
theme, I do not believe that to be true. This courtship music creates
instant images of romance, not only between the young Padawan and Naboo's
senator, but of young love itself.
We are reminded of the quiet time spent on Naboo, away from a galaxy
embracing war. Alone, love is kindled between "Anakin and the Senator"...a
love that would change the fate of the STAR WARS universe, forever.
The title for "Anakin and the Senator" is an ode to another favorite
romantic theme in the STAR WARS universe, "Han Solo and the Princess".
To A Dark Place (11:51 - 18:58)
Anakin Skywalker is unsettled by his growing love for Senator Padme, and
at the same time is haunted by visions of his dying mother. Lacking the
discipline to focus on the task at hand, Anakin is absorbed with emotion,
and in a rash decision is led down a path of darkness.
"Duel of the Fates" is reprised here, almost pleading with Anakin against
his terrible anger. As Anakin succumbs to revenge, he takes one more step
closer to his dark fate
Separated from out from "Of Love and Loss", "To A Dark Place" remains
intact from Version One, with only a few improved edits.
The Shroud of the Dark Side (18:58 - 24:06)
Nearly identical to Version One, "The Shroud of the Dark Side" should
instantly bring forth the images of Count Dooku and Darth Sidious plotting
the fall of the Republic. As the Grand Army of the Republic is born, the
rise of the Empire begins. With this turn of events, the reprisal of the
theme "Across the Stars" is altered, and now forms a military cadence.
This final piece ends with a quotation of "Anakin's Theme" and slowly
progresses into a sad rendition of "The Imperial March", signifying that
the innocent Tatooine boy is indeed the galaxy's greatest villain.
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