An exploration of the Star Wars theme of humanity's struggle with technology.A character study of Jar Jar Binks' role in The Phantom Menace.Examines Qui-Gon's role as a unique Jedi from the prequel era.Explores the nature of Anakin Skywalker's loyalty and how it affects his fall and redemption.Looks at the role Padmé and Luke's compassion for Anakin (and for others) plays in the films.A study of the Campbellian Hero's Journey myth, as presented in A New Hope.Studies the darker nature of the hero myth found in the fifth episode of the saga.A comparison of how home and family stay with the protagonists of The Wizard of Oz, It's a Wonderful Life, the Star Warstrilogy, and the Back to the Future trilogy.The Prequel trilogy is analyzed as a modern example of classical Greek Tragedy. Anakin Skywalker's role as a TragicHero is discussed.Discussion of how the seasonal patterns of the saga reflect the condition of the galaxy and the characters at various points of the story.An in-depth look at traditional familial miscommunication between these two primary figures in the prequel trilogy.An examination of the different interpretations Shakespeare's play and the Star Wars saga offer on the Campbellian hero.Explores the elements of Lucas' early work in terms of their similarities with, and influence upon, the Star Wars saga.A comparison of Star Wars with the "Lensman" series of E.E. "Doc" Smith, science fiction novels suggested as aninspiration for the saga. Some comparisons between the Campbellian hero's journey and travelling in the Star Wars sagaCompares the dynamics of the classic Arthurian triangle to those found within the prequel trilogy lead trio.A discussion and comparison of the relationships between mentors and their students in Star Wars and Buffy the Vampire Slayer.Examines the ways that Anakin fulfills the classic archetype of the Trickster.Explores how Anakin Skywalker fulfills the Hero's Journey, as described by Joseph Campbell.How the Campbellian hero's journey applies to Luke Skywalker throughout the Original Trilogy.An exploration of the original trilogy's archetypal heroine.A study of Padmé's important and symbolic place in the Prequel Trilogy.A look at the cycles of life and death in the third chapter of the saga.Explores how Obi-Wan fills the archetype of wizard during Episodes IV-VI.An exploration of the symbolic significance of the various hospitality/meal-sharing scenes throughout the saga.A look at the archetypes Anakin and Padmé fulfill as individuals and as a couple.A look at the symbolism of masks as it applies to different characters throughout the saga.A study of the meaning of prophecies in both fantasy series, and how they affect Anakin Skywalker and Harry Potter.A look at the genre the saga really falls under.The author explores many of the factors surrounding the production of Star Wars that led to its transform from a dark horse project into one of the most influential movies and memorable fairy tales of all-time.This paper offers a look at the mythological hero who begins life as an orphan and explores possible reasons for GeorgeLucas's use of that plot device in relationship to Star Wars hero Luke Skywalker.Tracks the gradual development of Anakin Skywalker as a contemporary Byronic hero.An analytical look at the slaughter of the Jedi children from a mythological and historical perspective. Discusses the way Han Solo fits the role of the anti-hero and the path he takes to redemption in the original trilogy.Discusses the place that mothers hold in the Star Wars story.A look at the meanings behind the characters' appellations.An examination of the way Star Wars costumes, particularly in the prequels, reflect the characters and settings of the films.A comparison of the political skills of Palpatine and Francis Urquhart, a fictional British Prime Minister in Michael Dobbs'novel trilogy.Explores how falls and redemptions affect Star Wars and the Buffy television series.
