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Caring Too Much: the Hero's Conundrum
The author explores the challenge of what a hero should do when faced with the choice between saving people he loves
or serving the greater good.
"A Failure to Listen:" Lucas's Fable of the Fall of Democracy
This essay analyzes how a lack of communication in government can be destructive by discussing the ways in which it
contributed to the downfall of the galactic republic.
“For what shall it profit a man?” -- The Conflict between the Physical and the Spiritual in
Star Wars
Studies the tension between the physical and spiritual life as it pertains to Anakin and Luke
Skywalker.
“Help me take this mask off” -- Power and Redemption through Unmasking
A look at the symbolism of masks as it applies to different characters throughout the saga.
“The Chosen One”: Prophecy, Destiny and Free Will in
Star Wars
and
Harry Potter
A study of the meaning of prophecies in both fantasy series, and how they affect Anakin
Skywalker and Harry Potter.
Dark Father: Masculinity and the Violent Cycle of Father-Son Abuse
Explores the inheritance of masculinity through examining the duels between Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader.
Once Upon a Galaxy Far, Far Away: Star Wars as Fairy Tale
A look at the fairy tale elements of the saga.
Matthew Recker
Star Wars
is a Fantasy: A Critical Review
A look at the genre the saga really falls under.
Michelle Drumm
Thwarted by the Dark Side: Poor Leadership and Vader’s Legacy
A critique of Darth Vader's managerial and leadership styles, based on the Original Trilogy
films.
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