With the new Star Wars film opening in a few days, many have been speculating what the saga's new plot developments will be; however, some have also been revisiting the first six films to clarify particular themes and advance theories as to what the series truly means from a variety of perspectives. One of those arguments was posted over the weekend at the pop culture website Decider.
In the article "The Radicalization of Luke Skywalker: A Jedi's Path to Jihad," one author contends that episodes four through six clearly demonstrate Luke's path from innocent and lonely farm boy to terrorist insurgent, mostly by way of the religious fanatic, Obi-Wan, and extremist cleric, Yoda. By lying to Luke and isolating him from his previous life, they convince him to wage war. Throughout the series, and culminating in Return of the Jedi, Luke attacks enemy sites that end up killing men, women, and children, and commits assassinations if others "won't convert to Luke's extremist interpretation of the Force."
The article is mostly tongue-in-cheek (I think), but it's an entertaining and intriguing analysis of a film series beloved by so many. Fan theories are part of the extensive culture of Star Wars, and it's always fun to hear new interpretations. Check out the article, and get ready for this week's premier. And let's all hope J.J. Abrams helps us forget episodes one through three were ever made.
In the article "The Radicalization of Luke Skywalker: A Jedi's Path to Jihad," one author contends that episodes four through six clearly demonstrate Luke's path from innocent and lonely farm boy to terrorist insurgent, mostly by way of the religious fanatic, Obi-Wan, and extremist cleric, Yoda. By lying to Luke and isolating him from his previous life, they convince him to wage war. Throughout the series, and culminating in Return of the Jedi, Luke attacks enemy sites that end up killing men, women, and children, and commits assassinations if others "won't convert to Luke's extremist interpretation of the Force."
The article is mostly tongue-in-cheek (I think), but it's an entertaining and intriguing analysis of a film series beloved by so many. Fan theories are part of the extensive culture of Star Wars, and it's always fun to hear new interpretations. Check out the article, and get ready for this week's premier. And let's all hope J.J. Abrams helps us forget episodes one through three were ever made.