Post by jammer81386 on Jul 24, 2019 20:24:31 GMT
There are numerous moments in the Star Wars films that have received endless praise and acknowledgement. The Cantina, Vader's Revelation, and much more have become cemented into the pop culture lexicon. However there are also several great moments throughout the series that never get the recognition that they deserve due to them being overlooked by the other more iconic moments. So giving credit where it is due, here are my picks for the most underrated moments in the Star Wars movies
--Chase through Coruscant - Attack of the Clones
Even though some of the stunts the characters pull off are way too over the top, even for a Star Wars film, this chase did provide a unique type of action for the series. Apart from thar, the chase also gave the audience an interesting look into the vast cityscape of Coruscant as well as its more civilian aspects. The billboards, bars, the industrialsectors, and the crowds all created a fitting and immersive environment.
--Council Asks Anakin to spy on Palpatine - Revenge of the Sith
If one really pays attention to the story of Revenge of the Sith, they'll find that the Jedi are not the most nobel of heroes. Even though they are generally seen as such. Many of their actions throughout the film are quite shady which make Anakin's distrust the order much more understandable. The scene were Obi-Wan, on behalf of the Jedi Council, asks Anakin to spy on Chancellor Palpatine shows him (and the audience) that the Order was concerned about maintaining their power as well and saw themselves as more than servants of the Republic to some degree. The way the Sidious plays off this behavior to seduce Anakin was also intriguing as he used the Jedi's misdeeds against them, ultimately leading to their near annihilation.
--Wedge Saves Luke - A New Hope
This is something that never really got enough attention, in my opinion, because it is truly a great moment. It always gives a jolt to who ever I show it to, even those who are not a fan of the series. But what is genuinely significant about this scene, is that it (along with a few other) gave notability to the character of Wedge Antilles. This character, and his popularity, has always fascinated me. He was basically a throwaway character who is very competent and even contributes to the outcome of the story. In some ways, he correlates with Luke in that he seems to be insignificant, but proves himself to be otherwise. In a strange way, Wedge's story(or lack thereof) reminds me of the opening shot of Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho, which implies that there are numerous stories happening at once and we are only witnessing one of them. In this case, we are watching Luke's, but Wedge's abilities and contributions makes us wonder what his story is and what other stories are out there.
--Yoda Revealed - The Empire Strikes Back
It is quite ironic that, in a space opera, a quite dialogue scene could leave such an impression. It plays with the audience's expectations and goes along with the notion that anything in this universe is possible. The audience initially sees Yoda's size, stature, and personality as mere comic relief, but he turns out to be a wise and powerful Jedi Master. Audience are somewhat "trained" to prejudge strange characters like Yoda, but like the wise hermit later says: "you must unlearn what you have learned".
--Luke Confronts Vader - Return of the Jedi
Though Star Wars tends to be remembered for its more grandiose moments, it does have many great subtle and low key moments as well. This scene was particularly effective as a piece of character development for both Luke and Vader. It showed how much Luke as matured over the trilogy. In the first film, he was a whiny boy complaining about doing his chores, but here he shows himself as a wise stoic sage who is able to confront Vader on an emotional and philosophical level. It was also the first time the we see Vader on the defensive as it shows a vulnerable, conflicted side to a character who had previously been seen as pure evil. At times it is almost as if Luke was speaking to Anakin, rather than Vader.
--Falcon Attack - The Last Jedi
One of the few scenes in the film that managed to replicate the sense of excitement that the original trilogy had. The sight of the Millenium Falcon coming to rescue yet again, reinvigorated a the hopeless situation the heroes were in just as it did in A New Hope. Hearing the classic "Tie Fighter Attack" music again added to the scenes charm. It was a familiar situation. yet done differently and well.
--I Hate You, I Know - Solo
A nice throwback to the famous line in The Empire Strikes Back. It also added a nice bit of levity after the action of the Kessel Run. As well as establishing the "Frenemies" relationship between Han and Lando.
Thanks for reading, if you have any picks of your own or any thoughts on mine, please share them.
--Chase through Coruscant - Attack of the Clones
Even though some of the stunts the characters pull off are way too over the top, even for a Star Wars film, this chase did provide a unique type of action for the series. Apart from thar, the chase also gave the audience an interesting look into the vast cityscape of Coruscant as well as its more civilian aspects. The billboards, bars, the industrialsectors, and the crowds all created a fitting and immersive environment.
--Council Asks Anakin to spy on Palpatine - Revenge of the Sith
If one really pays attention to the story of Revenge of the Sith, they'll find that the Jedi are not the most nobel of heroes. Even though they are generally seen as such. Many of their actions throughout the film are quite shady which make Anakin's distrust the order much more understandable. The scene were Obi-Wan, on behalf of the Jedi Council, asks Anakin to spy on Chancellor Palpatine shows him (and the audience) that the Order was concerned about maintaining their power as well and saw themselves as more than servants of the Republic to some degree. The way the Sidious plays off this behavior to seduce Anakin was also intriguing as he used the Jedi's misdeeds against them, ultimately leading to their near annihilation.
--Wedge Saves Luke - A New Hope
This is something that never really got enough attention, in my opinion, because it is truly a great moment. It always gives a jolt to who ever I show it to, even those who are not a fan of the series. But what is genuinely significant about this scene, is that it (along with a few other) gave notability to the character of Wedge Antilles. This character, and his popularity, has always fascinated me. He was basically a throwaway character who is very competent and even contributes to the outcome of the story. In some ways, he correlates with Luke in that he seems to be insignificant, but proves himself to be otherwise. In a strange way, Wedge's story(or lack thereof) reminds me of the opening shot of Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho, which implies that there are numerous stories happening at once and we are only witnessing one of them. In this case, we are watching Luke's, but Wedge's abilities and contributions makes us wonder what his story is and what other stories are out there.
--Yoda Revealed - The Empire Strikes Back
It is quite ironic that, in a space opera, a quite dialogue scene could leave such an impression. It plays with the audience's expectations and goes along with the notion that anything in this universe is possible. The audience initially sees Yoda's size, stature, and personality as mere comic relief, but he turns out to be a wise and powerful Jedi Master. Audience are somewhat "trained" to prejudge strange characters like Yoda, but like the wise hermit later says: "you must unlearn what you have learned".
--Luke Confronts Vader - Return of the Jedi
Though Star Wars tends to be remembered for its more grandiose moments, it does have many great subtle and low key moments as well. This scene was particularly effective as a piece of character development for both Luke and Vader. It showed how much Luke as matured over the trilogy. In the first film, he was a whiny boy complaining about doing his chores, but here he shows himself as a wise stoic sage who is able to confront Vader on an emotional and philosophical level. It was also the first time the we see Vader on the defensive as it shows a vulnerable, conflicted side to a character who had previously been seen as pure evil. At times it is almost as if Luke was speaking to Anakin, rather than Vader.
--Falcon Attack - The Last Jedi
One of the few scenes in the film that managed to replicate the sense of excitement that the original trilogy had. The sight of the Millenium Falcon coming to rescue yet again, reinvigorated a the hopeless situation the heroes were in just as it did in A New Hope. Hearing the classic "Tie Fighter Attack" music again added to the scenes charm. It was a familiar situation. yet done differently and well.
--I Hate You, I Know - Solo
A nice throwback to the famous line in The Empire Strikes Back. It also added a nice bit of levity after the action of the Kessel Run. As well as establishing the "Frenemies" relationship between Han and Lando.
Thanks for reading, if you have any picks of your own or any thoughts on mine, please share them.