Return of the Jedi was by far my favorite film out of all 6 movies. I found that watching them backwards wasn’t so bad at the end of Return of the Jedi because, it helped me connect all the dots together. I must say that my favorite part would have to be when Luke finally tells Leia about their connection. I was fascinated by her instant response of “I know, somehow, I’ve always known” because, I believe in the cognitive connection between siblings. While reading Bethke’s assessment I instantly connected to his statement of “He gave us a stout-hearted lad who was loyal to his friends and uncompromising to his enemies; who, when faced with the choice between good and evil, chose good; and who, in the final scene did not utter a pithy epigram as he …show more content…
Instead of making the division between good and evil so concrete he allowed Luke to demonstrate that it was possible for the good to become evil and evil to become good. While although Obi-Wan was correct in saying Vader was more machine than man, Lucas still demonstrated that Luke was his own character within the Jedi’s and truly believe in his cognitive feelings towards his father. I find this scenario to be relatable on a lot of different levels. First, emotions toward family members can always be difficult when there is division and broken connections. Second, as humans we want to believe that there is always a solid cognitive connection between family members just as we have seen between Leia and Luke. We see the negative side to this argument between Luke and Vader because in the end Vader is too far gone. Third, we can relate to the disappointment but strength it can provide within a family when someone is lost. We can see this between Luke and Leia after their father was burned and destroyed. I find that these 3 areas are a part of the movies greatest strengths because we can truly learn about family and the dysfunction that can be
I know at times my wife and kids think that I am a bit out of control when it comes to Star Wars, but they have an understanding of what I am passionate about. My little girl had watched all first of the 6 episodes and even the 7th as well. I always try and watch the movies often, because I can never get enough of Star Wars. I was even born in the year the first one came out ( technically it is episode 4 New Hope) May 25th 1977.
In the movie Cool Hand Luke, Luke Jackson (Paul Newman) is arrested for cutting the heads off the town’s parking meters. His punishment seems extreme, as he is sentenced to two years on a chain gang at a Florida prison. Although Luke received several decorations in the war, including the silver star, he never rises above a private in the Army. This suggests perhaps he has a resentment for those in authority.
The film, Cool Hand Luke, directed by Stuart Rosenberg and produced by Gordon Carroll, was released in November 1967. It is an American prison drama film about a former soldier who is sent to jail for taking the heads off of parking meters. Luke, the protagonist, is sentenced to two years in a chain gang prison ran by severe guardians. If the prisoners violate the rules it results in spending the night in the “box”, which is a small room with limited air and limited space to move. Most of them follow every rule, while Luke is alienated at the prison. He does not take the regulations seriously, which always gets him into trouble. This film presents several examples of religious symbolism and themes which will be analyzed through the character of Luke, which is often applied in the film to add depth to his character.
Star Wars, is a story that shows knowledge, war, and teamwork, but most of all it shows the battle of good vs evil. This is the story of how Luke Skywalker, who was a farmer on the desert planet Tatooine, was brought into a huge journey where he meets people like Han Solo, Obi Wan, and Princess Leia. Through his journey, he joins the rebellion to destroy the evil galactic empire's superweapon, the death star, which can destroy whole planets. By destroying the death star Luke and his new friends save the galaxy. In the movie Star Wars a new hope, the director uses the archetype good vs evil to tell us that we as humans want a form of rulership that is not over controlling so we fight for freedom because we do not want to have to suffer under
“ The force will be with you, always.” This is advice given to Luke Skywalker by his mentor Obi Wan Kenobi. In the archetypal hero’s journey a wise and experienced mentor such as Obi Wan will often help guide or offer advice to the youthful and budding hero. Throughout time and across different cultures there are certain symbols, events and characters which can be found in literature and Star Wars IV: A New Hope follows this trend step by step. During the film Star Wars IV: A New Hope, the main protagonist Luke undergoes a stereotypical, or in literary terms an archetypal hero’s journey. Luke starts from humble beginnings and when he is called upon to save the galaxy; he then faces various tests which help him hone skills that he will need for the final life or death battle.
Furthermore, the character archetypes of father-son and allies develop a hopeful tone and present the theme that good triumphs over evil in Star Wars. In Episode VI, Luke struggles with the realization that Darth Vader, one of the cruelest villains in the galaxy, is his father. Due to Obi-wan hiding Luke from Darth Vader when he was a baby, there is a tension between the two becausewhen Luke is grown up as they do not understand each other and holdave completely different ideologies. Luke ongoingly attempts to turn Darth Vader away from the dark side and back into the courageous Jedi he was before. Eventually, Luke succeeds in changing Darth Vader back into Anakin, the Jedi he once was, and convinces him to fight against the emperor. The
When they got trapped in the trash contractor and Luke was pulled under the water, he started acting like someone who is experience by after being release he didn’t wait for someone to think of asking R2D2 and C-3P0 for help. The experience of dying can bring different outcomes for everyone, but for Luke “Out of the moment of death comes a new life” (McMillan-Ramirez) because he had the will to live and was willing to command everyone to do something. The part where he finally enters adulthood was when he saw Kenobi died as “There comes a time, however, when the individual has to become self-reliant and not dependent but himself the authority” (Campbell) it was when he truly had to give up his parental figure that he could lean on. The death of Kenobi proves that “The father dies for his sake, freeing Luke's libido; as Ben tells him, "The Force will be with you always” (Gordon), Kenobi died to become one with the force which he would become more powerful and always be with Luke in his time of need. Luke needed to have his own path without the interference of Kenobi because if Kenobi would live the hope of the force wouldn’t be
Episode IV was set during a time of war between the Rebellion, the good side, and the Empire, which is considered the evil side. The science fiction story is about a young man, Luke Skywalker, who travels into space to fight against the Empire. Luke is from the planet Tatooine, a desert, where he farms water with his uncle. Luke’s uncle buys two droids, R2D2 and C3PO, who happen to have been involved in the war and worked for the rebellion. Luke discovers a recording in one of the droids of Princess Leia saying she needed help, and that sparks the beginning of his journey. He meets Ben, also known as Obi-Wan Kenobi, who becomes his mentor, and teaches him how to use “the force”. In Star Wars, “the force” is a magical way for people to control things using their unconscious minds. Luke sets out on a journey into space to rescue the princess and join the Rebellion in the war effort. Luke and Obi-Wan meet Han solo, a pilot, and ask him to take them into space. They plan to go to Alderaan, Princess Leia’s home planet; however, they are unintentionally sucked into the Death Star, the spacecraft and weapon of the Empire. They find out that Princess Leia is being held in the Death Star, and they plan to help her escape. While Han and Luke try to help Leia, Obi-Wan is fighting Darth Vader, the evil leader of the Empire. Unfortunately, Obi-Wan is killed by Darth Vader; although, Luke, Han and Leia escape the Death Star. They go to a Rebellion headquarter and find the weak spot of the Death Star.
Throughout 13, 1977, 21, Jonathan Lethem explains how he was thirteen years old and watched Star Wars twenty one times in the summer of 1977. He goes into detail about each time and explains how he saw things differently or how his experience of the movie had changed. Later in the story, Jonathan states that his parents got a divorce and his mom has health issues. The topic of the story transforms at this time and puts more focus on how he used Star Wars as a distraction from his real life.
“Do or do not,” says Yoda, in the acclaimed science fiction movie Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, “there is no try” (Empire). This quote is perhaps the most famous of the character’s, and perhaps one of the most famous in the whole franchise. It highlights an idea that the scene perpetuates: the fact you intend to do something doesn’t matter, only whether or not it is done. This is not a perfect metaphor for the application of knowledge, but it fits in rather easily. Without an effect, an application, all you have is abstract knowledge – that trying that Yoda denies – and in that way value has been diminished. Two areas of knowledge which especially highlight the values and limitations of that claim are the natural sciences and religion.
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When the creator of Star Wars, George Lucas, was interviewed nearly twenty years ago, he stated that it was not his intent to use Star Wars to create a new religion or ideology. However, regardless of his intent, the movie series has raised questions regarding its ability to attain such a devoted following, as well as the religious effects that it has on said following. Consequently, this thesis will investigate the religious themes and mythological elements of the Star Wars series and use this analysis to corroborate the position that Star Wars functions as religion for the fans. It will analyze the religious elements and myths that are embedded in the general story, as well as those that are unique to the individual movies, by highlighting
Campbell defined a hero as the “character who ensures good prevails evil,” (Campbell, 1971). Therefore, Luke Skywalker is constructed by George Lucas, as a hero, which is demonstrated through his actions of ensuring that the Rebels prevail over the Empire. Reinforcing Campbell’s archetype of ‘the Hero’s Journey’, Luke Skywalker is an atypical hero, as he does not challenge the traditional role of a hero and valiantly displays the true values of a real hero. The timeless values of self-respect, persistence, and courage that Luke Skywalker portrays is the reason why his character is so adored by audiences. Luke shows heroism in all aspects of his character and is especially prominent in the final stages of the movie. Here, Luke rescues the princess and destroys the Death Star. Ultimately, both his tasks were achieved, allowing his character to uphold the heroic characteristics.
Star Wars: Return of the Jedi is final chapter in an epic story of good versus evil. The script was written by George Lucas and was released in theatres on May 25, 1983 (IMDb.com). It was the third film released in the Star Wars saga, following Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope and Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back (IMDb.com). At the time, Episode VI concluded the story of Luke Skywalker and his Rebel friends fighting against Darth Vader and the evil Empire.
In the popular movie series Star Wars, Yoda orders Luke, a young jedi in training, to lift his crashed spaceship out of the swampy waters. Only having had minimal training in the matter, Luke faces a lack of confidence in himself, causing his task to become all the more difficult. Yoda then explains to Luke that there is no difference between lifting a stone and lifting his spaceship, the only difference lies is in his mind. Trusting Yoda’s words Luke says, “Okay, I’ll give it a try.” Before Luke could turn around Yoda retains him from moving forward and shouts, “Try not! Do! Or do not! There is no try!” Yoda means there is a difference between “trying” and “doing.” That is, when you “try” to do a task you do so with the belief or