Monday, May 23, 2005

Star Wars III and Relativism vs. Absolutism

Finally saw it.

Anyone else disappointed by Lucas' retreat into relativism and his attack on the War on Terrorism?

Seriously...

"If you are not with me, you are... [pause for dramatic effect and dawning recognition amongst slower audience members... now, can't directly quote Bush, too heavy handed even for Hollywood] my enemy."

and

"Only a Sith deals in absolutes."

Come on! I thought Star Wars was supposed to be all about absolutes--the triumph of good over evil. Now you turn relativist on me?

I carried a Star Wars metal lunchbox as kid. You were my brother.

I am so disappointed.