“Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace” (1999), directed by George Lucas, transports viewers to the beginning of the epic saga. The film follows Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn and his apprentice, Obi-Wan Kenobi, as they navigate political intrigue and conflict on the planet Naboo. They encounter a young slave named Anakin Skywalker, whom Qui-Gon believes to be the prophesied Chosen One destined to bring balance to the Force. Amidst the backdrop of a brewing galactic conflict, they face the sinister Darth Maul and uncover the hidden threats of the Sith. This installment explores themes of destiny, innocence, and the underlying darkness that threatens peace, setting the stage for the epic struggle between light and dark in the galaxy.