Star Wars, one of the oldest and most recognized franchises in the world, a saga that consists of 9 movies in live action and an animated movie (happens between the Clone Wars ) ; lots of comics and millions of action figures. He was born there in the year 1977 when George Lucas decided to produce a film based on wars of ships in space; a family conflict between father and son; fights between good and evil and above all lightsabers. 20th Century Fox was commissioned to capture all these ideas on the big screen and in turn present us the immensity of the Star Wars universe.
Today I would like to tell you about my experience as a Star Wars fan and how this immense love that I have for the Universe of George Lucas was born.
The original trilogy (could be somewhat confusing because to understand the story better we will have to see first the chapters I, II and III) which consists of chapters IV, V and VI, were the first to be broadcasted on the big screen, where we They showed a great variety of charismatic characters that achieve empathy with the public. We are introduced to Luke Skywalker, a young man sensitive to strength and a great destiny: to end the dark side of the Force. Although behind him, there is a large range of characters that will help you at all times to end the Galactic Empire, commanded by the Sith Darth Vader and his master Darth Sidious, who are: Leia Organa, leader of the resistance known as The Rebels; Han Solo, a smuggler who along with his travel companion Chewbacca, join Los Rebeldes; C-3PO, a protocol android that serves Leia Organa and R2-D2, a droid with the ability to repair ships and decipher codes.
Its great success was enough for the realization of prequels, where the history of the Jedi was related and how the Galactic Empire managed to position itself as leaders of the galaxy.
Episode I introduces a lot of new characters, different from those we already knew in the original trilogy. Here we see the development of a young Anakin Skywalker, a child sensitive to force that is found by Qui Gon Jinn, a Jedi master and Obi Wan Kenobi, his apprentice. In comparison to the first trilogy, here we will see a story full of Jedi (both teachers and apprentices), who feel a dark presence interfering in the force, enter a state of alertness. Throughout these three films (Episode I, II and III) we will see casualties of Jedi and Sith, the development of many important characters in the history of Star Wars in general and the birth of Darth Vader.
Qui Gon & Obi Wan vs Darth Maul, Episode I.
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Maybe the all story may seem a little complex, but it is simpler than it seems (or at least with regard to the interpretation of what is shown in the films), although it is necessary to see them all, starting with the prequels and ending with what we know today as The Last Jedi. It took me a while to understand this whole issue of the Force and the Dark Side of her, but after a long time, I managed to understand the references and their meanings, the advantages of being attracted by anger or following in the footsteps of the luminous side.
My relationship with Star Wars began many years ago, since my father was a lover of prequels. I remember that as a child I always saw the movies with him, only that, apart from not understanding them well, I thought that she was always the same (I was a child, like ten years old hahaha). My dad always talked about Master Yoda, how wise he was and although he did not fully understand what he was referring to, there was no reason not to believe him.
After a few years, I learned through a friend of the new trilogy (new at that time) and I set out to see her. I remember that he gave me Episode I (My favorite for emotional reasons) and that's where love began. I must admit that at that time I met my favorite Jedi and my favorite Sith: Qui Gon and Maul. The maturity and serenity of the Jedi Master seemed to me something worthy of respect and admiration. Maul for his part, I loved for his acrobatics and cold blood, without many dialogues and more with his deeds managed to impress me very much.
Then I proposed to see the films again but in order, to achieve what the writer wants to capture in his films and the result was very positive and amazing. George really presents us with many conflicts (political and personal, typical of each character) and the development for the solution of those conflicts, ethnic groups with very marked religions and interpretations about what is right and what is wrong to each one's consideration.
As in any movie, there are scenes or characters that manage to catch the spectators. In my case, these are some of my favorite scenes and thoughts about the whole saga.
1 - Who is my favorite character?
Well, I must admit (as I mentioned in this post) that my favorite character is Qui Gon Jinn, for everything he represented in the Phantom Menace and how he knew how to deal with the Anakin theme.
2 - What is my favorite sith?
Maul, for what was already exposed.
3 - The light or the dark side of the Force?
Light, I think interpretation is more interesting. The dark side moves more by hate, although I must admit that there are many Sith that seem exceptional to me in combat as well as in thoughts.
4 - Jedi or Sith?
Jedi!.
5 - Empire or Rebel?
I must admit that I love the designs of the Stormtrooper, but I prefer the rebellious intentions.
6 - Who is stronger, Anakin or Luke?
Luke.
7 - What is my favorite saber fight?
The one that Qui Gon and Obi Wan have against Maul, I consider that the coordination between movements has no equal, besides that the song Duel of the Fate gives it a greater emotion.
8 - What is my favorite ship battle?
Battle of Hoth, Episode V.
9 - Favorite episode?
Episode I: The Phantom Menace (1999)
10 - King or Kylo?
I lean more for Rey, although I must admit that the development that they are giving to Kylo pleases me.
I hope you liked my story, you can leave below in the comments the answers to the questions I asked, or even propose others. May the force be wirh you.