“Anticipointment- Why the Star Wars Prequels Failed, and Why it Matters.”

Both critics and die-hard fans were disappointed by the much anticipated Star Wars Prequels of 1999-2005 . Why were these movies such an artistic failure, and does that matter? What are the long-term ramifications, if any, of the failure of the prequels to live up to the standards set by the original trilogy?

While much has already been written on the failings of the films, please do not merely retread matter already covered in existing film reviews. Are there any flaws in the films that you see which have not already been covered elsewhere? More importantly, how do these flaws matter- culturally, socially, even politically?

Seeking chapters of approximately 5000 to 10,000 words for an edited volume. Proposals are due by March 15th, 2012. If accepted, final drafts are due July 1st, 2012. Submissions should include author's name and contact information, including e-mail, a brief biography, institutional affiliation, and academic status. Also include a 250-word abstract and title. Please use University of Chicago style of documentation. Please send all proposals in electronic form to lopez.253@osu.edu