#StarWars#ThePhantomMenace isn’t a perfect film—but it explored the political situation of the time while still being an utterly thrilling ride. And it still feels like a relevant reflection of the politics of today. It’s a reminder why art (made by real people) is important and should endure.

Let’s not forget that a lot of the VFX and behind-the-scenes innovations for #StarWars#ThePhantomMenace have influenced filmmaking since then. So really, stop hating on the film unnecessarily.