It s been almost 25 years, and Star Wars supporters still can t understand the infamous trade embargo

Get the Full StoryIn 1999, Star Wars returned to cinemas, taking fans from grimy locations and civil war to gleaming metal and trade negotiations. While the start of the prequel trilogy has its merits and defenders today, many still do not grasp the meaning of its central dispute.

Star Wars newbie here, can someone explain to me why the Trade Federation did the "trade blockade" around Naboo? by u Ed_Derick_ in StarWars

Reddit is burning up with discourse about the franchise rookie s confusion over why the Trade Federation had it out for the planet of Jar Jar Binks and the funky bunch. One user says when you consider it is all a product of Palpatine s manipulation, it makes much more sense with his ultimate goals in mind, and for another, it s simply because Star Wars always has to fill in the gaps later, the best way to color in movie confusion is via some book tie-ins.

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