Obi-Wan Kenobi Essays

  • Luke Skywalker Hero's Journey

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    C-3PO . R2-D2 eventually lead Luke to meeting Obi-Wan Kenobi, who was secretly watching over and protecting Luke for his father’s sake. Kenobi, a very wise man, held onto Luke’s father’s light saber and gave it to Luke when he figured he was ready. Also, while the droids and Luke were at Obi-Wan Kenobi’s hut, R2-D2 reveals a hallogram message from Princess Leia that she has been capture by the Empire on the planet of Alderaan and insists that Luke and Kenobi come and save her. In the recording, princess

  • Comparing The Battle Between Good And Evil In Star Wars: Revenge Of The Sith

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    During the scenes where Anakin is with Padme and they are discussing their romance and their unborn child, the music is happier and more melodic. These scenes mainly contain their love theme, “Across the Stars”. During the final scene when Anakin and Obi-Wan are fighting, the music is quick and more sorrowful. The contrast between the gentle and somber music reveals the two sides of Anakin's life: the side that is dedicated to being a Jedi and the side that is being seduced by the dark side of the force

  • Darth Vader: A Tragic Hero

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    “Luke I am your father” (Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back). This is one of if not the most iconic scene in the Star Wars movie franchise. At the time when episodes four, five, and six were the only Star Wars movies out, nobody knew that Darth Vader was Luke Skywalker’s father. Darth Vader was originally Anakin Skywalker. Anakin Skywalker is considered to be one of the most controversial characters because of how he was originally a Jedi who was supposed to bring balance to the force

  • Star Wars Hero's Journey

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    R2-D2 is a message from Princess Leia, who is being held hostage by the Galactic Empire, asking for help from Obi-Wan Kenobi. So Luke Skywalker, along with Obi-Wan Kenobi, Han Solo, Chewy, R2D2 and C3po embark on a mission to rescue the beautiful Princess Leia from the evil Darth Vader. Now I am going to

  • Star Wars: The Jedi Code Of Virtue Ethics

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    “May the force be with you,” is a line so famous in cinema, that it has made it to spot #8 on the American Film Institutes list of the top 100 movie quotes. This line is of course from the science fiction universe that has captivated audiences for decades, Star Wars. Central to the appeal of the franchise is the age-old struggle between, the so-called good and bad, the Jedi and Sith respectively. The Jedi are often seen as the embodiment of a virtuous person given their strict code of conduct, which

  • Hero's Journey In Star Wars: A New Hope

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    the unknown. In Star Wars this is where Luke’s uncle, Owen, buys two droids from the sand people. When looking over the droids one of them, R2D2, shows a message from Princess Leia. The message does not fully show, but it does say “Help me Obi-Wan Kenobi”. R2D2

  • Revenge Of The Sith Analysis

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    shown within friendship, love and oneself. Firstly, a way crucial desire leads to excruciating betrayals is shown by friendship in Macbeth and Revenge of the Sith. A way this is shown is by Banquo and Macbeth in Macbeth, as well as Anakin and Obi-wan Kenobi in Revenge of the Sith. In Macbeth, Macbeth notices Banquo, who is his partner, is now a threat to Macbeth becoming King and needs this threat out of the way. He notices that Banquo is a threat when the Third Witch stated to Banquo “Thou shalt

  • Jung's Archetypes In Star Wars A New Hope

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    translated into action. One of the key elements which reflects an archetype in the films is the Force- a Jedi's source of power. Obi Wan Kenobi teaches Luke the ways of the Jedi, along with telling him how the force is within him and every living thing. The Force is a Jedi's source of energy, therefore it fits into the Mana archetype. Similar to a Buddhist monk, Obi-Wan

  • A New Hope Film Analysis

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    Force. Obi-Wan describes the Force to Luke as “An energy field created by all living things. It surrounds us and penetrates us; it binds the galaxy together”. As an energy field, the Force is not aligned with good or evil. It is simply a part of nature. However, the Force can be tapped into by the Jedi, who use that power to better themselves and the world around them. Obi-Wan tells Luke, “A Jedi can feel the Force flowing through him.” “You mean it controls your actions?” Luke asks. Obi-Wan replies

  • Polyphemus And The Anti-Tragic Heros In Homer's Odyssey

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    a few times as Obi-Wan Kenobi tries explaining them to Luke. Despite all the talk, they only use the weapon in battle once. The entire story leads up to the lightsaber fight between Darth Vader and Obi-Wan Kenobi and the viewers are left unsatisfied and in contempt after this battle. Instead the story focuses mainly on aircraft even though the lightsaber is the main hand-to-hand combat, which leaves many questions that are yet to be answered; for example, where did Obi-Wan Kenobi get his lightsaber

  • The Importance Of Honor In The Middle Ages

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    Have you ever watched a movie or read a book set in medieval times? More accurately called the Middle Ages, medieval times are often described as a world of magic and fantasy. Knights rescue distressed maidens from towers guarded by ferocious fire-breathing dragons or evil witches, the maiden and the knight later marrying each other out of "true love". Though such events only happened in fairy tales, there is historic evidence of a knight class. Qualities like honor were very important to the average

  • Star Wars Argumentative Analysis

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    Star Wars and Indiana Jones. Star Wars is said to be one of the first films which led to science fiction becoming a blockbuster genre for coming generations. Star Wars references are embedded in the popular mainstream culture such as “Help me, Obi-Wan Kenobi. You’re my only hope” and “Do or Do Not. There is no try”. George Lucas, owner of Lucasfilm, is responsible for bringing the world of Star Wars to us. Disney, the 2nd largest media conglomerate in terms of revenue, is also best known for the products

  • Starship Troopers Character Analysis

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    A True Leader Would you believe that two men, both young, eager, and promising fighters could be so different? Johnny, who was a futuristic character in Robert A. Heinlein’s book Starship Troopers, against his parent’s wishes, joined the MI, Mobile Infantry, at age eighteen because his best friend Carl decided to enlist. The rigor of Boot camp forced Johnny to consider if he doubtlessly desired to be an MI. However, he conquered Boot camp with the conclusion that he did long to be a MI. he worked

  • Star Wars Pros And Cons

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    However, there they met a greater challenge then they expected. Darth Sidious had sent his apprentice, Darth Maul, to protect the Trade Federation. The two Jedi took on Maul, but Qui-gon was killed in the process. He, with his dying breath, made Kenobi promise him he would train Anakin. The battle was won when Anakin destroyed the command ship that was controlling all the battle droids (robots that were programmed to fight for the Trade Federation). Queen Amidala then had Viceroy Gunray to sign

  • Revenge Of The Sith

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    Anakin pilots half of General Grievous’s ship with both Chancellor Palpatine and Obi-Wan Kenobi behind him. In my opinion, this particular scene is symbolic because it shows how his world is soon going to be divided. His external world which is the Sith and the Jedi vice to his internal world which lies deep within his head and heart. Unbeknownst

  • Argumentative Essay About Star Wars

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    able to send out a plea for help in droid R2-D2, who escapes with his other droid friend, C3PO. They land in a desert, and happen upon Luke Skywalker after being purchased by his uncle. Luke sees Leia’s plea for help, and sets out to find Obi-Wan Kenobi, or Ben Kenobi, who Leia references to in her

  • Comparing Heroes Superman, Spider-Man, And Obi-Wan Kenobi

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    categories, depend on his storyline. The two types of heroes have similarities and differences. All heroes will take action for the greater good or to prevent and evil form prevailing. Examples of the official heroes would be Superman, Spider-Man, and Obi-Wan Kenobi. Examples of the outlaw heroes would be Indiana Jones, James Bond, and Iron Man. Similarities between the heroes are essential for their definition as heroes, fighting for the greater cause, the preservation of humanities, and for freedom, also

  • Personal Narrative: Star Wars

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    picked up until the next day in the afternoon. Knowing that there was a lot of time on our hands we spent some of our time watching movies, and one in particular was Star Wars. “Why’d he have to die!”, one of my friends would say, when he watched Obi Wan Kenobi get sliced with a light saber who was his favorite character in the series. The death came as a shock to me as well, even after watching the whole series countless times and knowing the plot from the heart. But even so the death didn’t mean anything

  • Analysis Of Top 5 Worst Movie Villains Of All-Time

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    Top 5 Worst Movie Villains of All-Time Although movies are a great source of entertainment and information. Conflict situations involving superheroes and villains often go a long way to create a good storyline. The villains usually challenge the superheroes to come out of their comfort zone and fight. However when a villain falls flat by portraying undesirable characteristics, everything else goes out of the window. Here is a list of 5 worst movie villains of all time. Worst Villain of All-Time#5:

  • Evaluating Master Yoda From The Movie Star Wars

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    (U)This paper will evaluate Master Yoda from the movie star wars. It will discuss if Master Yoda should remain and teach Jedi form IV also known as Ataru to the young Jedi’s by reviewing Master Yoda’s capabilities, accomplishments, strength, weakness, and come to an conclusion if Master Yoda Qualifies for the duty. (U)Master Yoda who was one of the most powerful Jedi in the Galaxy, and one of the few Old Republic Jedi to survive and experienced between 894 BBY- 4ABY during the Galactic Civil War