As a whole, the first 6 movies follow a gradual tonal shift. Phantom Menace is goofy as hell because it's the start of the adventure, when everyone thought the galaxy was a little more innocent. It gradually gets darker through 2 and 3, goes up an down with 4 and 5, before ending on a high note. Each movie explores different emotions, and represent the growth of the characters and the audience.
As a whole, the first 6 movies follow a gradual tonal shift. Phantom Menace is goofy as hell because it's the start of the adventure, when everyone thought the galaxy was a little more innocent. It gradually gets darker through 2 and 3, goes up an down with 4 and 5, before ending on a high note. Each movie explores different emotions, and represent the growth of the characters and the audience.