"Attack of the Clones" is the second film in the Star Wars prequel trilogy, released in 2002. The story is set ten years after the events of The Phantom Menace and follows Anakin Skywalker, a young Jedi, as he navigates his feelings for Padmé Amidala, a former queen turned senator. The galaxy is on the brink of war, with the Separatists threatening the Galactic Republic. As tensions rise, Jedi are tasked with protecting Padmé from assassination attempts. Anakin and Padmé's relationship deepens, leading to secret romance. Meanwhile, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin's mentor, investigates the origins of a mysterious clone army, which plays a crucial role in the impending conflict.