Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith returned to theaters after two decades. This drew old fans and garnered new fans into this historic saga. Among them was Emiliano, a lifelong Star Wars fan who was nice enough to share his experience of revisiting one of his favorite films twice on the big screen.

“Watching Revenge of the Sith again in theaters was like reliving a pivotal moment in my youth”, Emiliano reflected. “ The emotions, the visuals, the music, it all came rushing back.”

The re-release not only re-ignited personal memories for Emilano, but he also thinks it serves as a bridge between generations. “Seeing younger audiences react with the same awe I felt years ago was heartwarming. It shows the timeless appeal of this universe.”

According to Business Insider, the 20th anniversary release of the Revenge of the Sith raked in $25 million domestically. This shows a hunger for Star Wars content on the big screen and a future for re-releases.

Emiliano believes this event is crucial in introducing new fans to the franchise. “Experiencing the movie in a theater setting offers a communal feeling that is hard to replicate at home. This invites newcomers to become part of the Star Wars universe.”

Emiliano and many others felt a renewed connection to the franchise as the lights dimmed and the Iconic John Williams score began.