Star Wars

Star Wars (Star Wars IV - A New Hope) (1977)

Information at Internet Movie Database
"The Apocalyptic Cosmology of Star Wars," John Lyden, Journal of Religion and Film, 2000.
Hollywood Jesus visual review.
Themes
- Apocalyptic
  - See "The Apocalyptic Cosmology of Star Wars," John Lyden, Journal of Religion and Film, 2000.
- Authority
- Call
  - Luke is called to trust the force. (submitted by Bill Mosley, Frelsburg TX)
- Conversion
  - The change in Han Solo's character as he follows those who trust The Force.
- Entry into Jerusalem
  - The end of the movie - the heroes acclaimed (submitted by Ann Fontaine)
- Holy Spirit
  - In the first Star Wars film (actually Episode IV) Luke learns to use "the force" by dueling with a satellite droid. As Obe-wan encourages Luke to "feel the force," Hans Solo comments that he doesn't believe in hokey religions and superstitions (paraphrased).Moreover, he suggests that he can utilize his own wits to take care of himself. I used it to suggest that many of us in the church live our lives as if we feel the same way. (submitted by Larry Trotter, Lenoir City TN)
- Passing on the Mantle
  - Obi Wan Kenobi teaching Luke Skywalker lightsaber technique - Luke picks up Obi Wan's lightsaber. (submitted by Ann Fontaine, Lander WY)