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Facing Mortality and Wisdom in Age
Yoda
That face, you make. Look I so old to young eyes?
Luke Skywalker
No. Of course not.
[hurriedly]
Yoda
I do. Yes, I do. Hmm, sick, have I become. Old and weak. When 900 years old, you reach, look as good, you will not, hmm? . Soon, will I rest, yes. Forever sleep. Earned it, I have.
[chuckles good-naturedly; points at Luke; laughs again, coughs, walks over to his bed; climbs into his bed and Luke covers him up with his blanket]
Luke
Master Yoda, you can't die.
Yoda
Strong, am I, with The Force... but not that strong. Twilight is upon me, and soon, night must fall. That is the way of things... the way of The Force.
Luke
But I need your help. I've come back to complete the training.
Yoda
No more training, do you require. Already know you that which you need.
Luke
Then I am a Jedi.
Yoda
Not yet. One thing remains: Vader. You must...confront...Vader. Then, only then, a Jedi, will you be. And confront him, you will.
[coughs trying to speak]
Luke
Master Yoda... is Darth Vader my father?
[visibly in agony]
Yoda
Rest, I need. Yes, rest.
[turns away from Luke]
Luke
Yoda, I must know.
[pleading]
Yoda
Your father, he is. Told you, did he?
[Luke looks away]
Luke
Yes.
Yoda
Unexpected, this is, and unfortunate.
Luke
Unfortunate that I know the truth?
[surprised]
Yoda
No. Unfortunate that you rushed to face him. That incomplete, was your training. That not ready for the burden, were you.
[turns to face Luke]
Luke
I'm sorry.
Yoda
Remember, a Jedi's strength flows from The Force. But beware: anger, fear, aggression - the dark side, are they. Once you start down the dark path, forever will it dominate your destiny. Luke... Luke... do not... Do not underestimate the powers of the Emperor... or suffer your father's fate, you will. Luke... ...when gone, am I, the last of the Jedi, will you be. Luke... the Force runs strong in your family. Pass on what you have learned. Luke... ...There... is... another... Sk... Sky... walker.
[strains to speak as voice gradually grows softer; whispering now; struggles to speak; Luke leans in close; with great effort; Yoda dies, then disappears into thin air]
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Strategic Advantage Against the Emperor's Death Star
Mon Mothma
The Emperor has made a critical error and the time for our attack has come. The data brought to us by the Bothan spies pinpoints the exact location of the Emperor's new battle station. We also know that the weapon systems on this Death Star are not yet operational. With the Imperial fleet spread throughout the galaxy in a vain effort to engage us, it is relatively unprotected. But most important of all, we have learned that the Emperor himself is personally overseeing the final stages of the construction of his Death Star. Many Bothans died to bring us this information.
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Release Announcement for Return of the Jedi
Taglines
Coming May 25, 1983 to your galaxy.
[Second Advance poster]
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Truth and Perspective in Star Wars
Luke
I can't do it, R2. I can't go on alone.
Obi-Wan Kenobi
Yoda will always be with you.
[voice emanates from nowhere]
Luke
Obi-Wan! Why didn't you tell me? You told me Vader betrayed and murdered my father.
[Obi-Wan reveals himself as a Force ghost walking by]
Obi-Wan
Your father was seduced by the dark side of The Force. He ceased to be Anakin Skywalker and became Darth Vader. When that happened, the good man who was your father was destroyed. So what I told you was true, from a certain point of view.
Luke
A certain point of view?
[incredulously]
Obi-Wan
Luke, you're going to find that many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view. Anakin was a good friend. When I first knew him, your father was already a great pilot. But I was amazed how strongly the Force was with him. I took it upon myself to train him as a Jedi. I thought that I could instruct him just as well as Yoda. I was wrong.
Luke
There is still good in him.
Obi-Wan
He's more machine now than man. Twisted and evil.
Luke
I can't do it, Ben.
Obi-Wan
You cannot escape your destiny. You must face Darth Vader again.
Luke
I can't kill my own father.
Obi-Wan
Then the Emperor has already won. You were our only hope.
[resigned]
Luke
Yoda spoke of another.
Obi-Wan
The other he spoke of is your twin sister.
Luke
But I have no sister.
Obi-Wan
Mm. To protect you both from the Emperor, you were hidden from your father when you were born. The Emperor knew, as I did. If Anakin were to have any offspring, they would be a threat to him. That is the reason why your sister remains safely anonymous.
[nods]
Luke
Leia. Leia's my sister.
[with sudden realization]
Obi-Wan
Your insight serves you well. Bury your feelings deep down, Luke. They do you credit, but they could be made to serve the Emperor.
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Strategic Overview of the Death Star's Defense
Admiral Ackbar
You can see here the Death Star orbiting the forest moon of Endor. Although the weapon systems on this Death Star are not yet operational, the Death Star does have a strong defense mechanism. It is protected by an energy shield, which is generated from the nearby forest moon of Endor. The shield must be deactivated if any attack is to be attempted. Once the shield is down, our cruisers will create a perimeter, while the fighters fly into the superstructure and attempt to knock out the main reactor. General Calrissian has volunteered to lead the fighter attack.
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The Ongoing Saga Unfolds
Taglines
The saga continues...
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The Fall of the Empire
Taglines
The Empire falls...
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Confrontation Between Jedi and Emperor
The Emperor
Welcome, young Skywalker, I have been expecting you. You no longer need those. Guards, leave us. I'm looking forward to completing your training. In time, you will call me "Master".
[uses the Force to detach Luke's cuffs; the Emperor's guards leave the room]
Luke
You're gravely mistaken. You won't convert me as you did my father.
The Emperor
Oh, no, my young Jedi. You will find that it is you who are mistaken, about a great many things.
Vader
His lightsaber.
[hands Luke's lightsaber to the Emperor]
The Emperor
Ah, yes, a Jedi's weapon, much like your father's. By now you must know that your father can never be turned from the dark side. So will it be with you.
Luke
You're wrong. Soon I'll be dead, and you with me.
The Emperor
Perhaps you refer to the imminent attack of your Rebel fleet? Yes; I assure you, we are quite safe from your friends here.
[chuckles sinisterly]
Luke
Your overconfidence is your weakness.
The Emperor
Your faith in your friends is yours.
Vader
It is pointless to resist, my son.
The Emperor
Everything that has transpired has done so, according to my design. Your friends, out there on the sanctuary moon, are walking into a trap, as is your Rebel fleet. It was I who allowed the Alliance to know the location of the shield generator. It is quite safe from your pitiful little band. An entire legion of my best troops awaits them. Oh, I'm afraid the deflector shield will be quite operational when your friends arrive.
[mockingly]
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Journey Back to a Distant Galaxy
Taglines
Return to a galaxy... far, far away.
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Memories of a Lost Mother
Leia
Luke, what's wrong?
Luke
Leia, do you remember ]? Your real mother?
[[w:Padmé Amidala|your mother]
Leia
Just a little bit. She died when I was very young.
Luke
What do you remember?
Leia
Just images, really, feelings.
Luke
Tell me.
Leia
She was... very beautiful. Kind, but sad. Why are you asking me of this?
Luke
I have no memory of my mother. I never knew her.
Leia
Luke, tell me. What's troubling you?
Luke
Vader's here. Now, on this moon.
Leia
How do you know?
Luke
I felt his presence. He's come for me. He can feel when I'm near. That's why I have to go. As long as I stay, I'm endangering the group and our mission here. I have to face him.
Leia
Why?
Luke
He's my father.
Leia
Your father?
[shocked]
Luke
There's more. It won't be easy for you to hear it, but you must. If I don't make it back, you're the only hope for the Alliance.
Leia
Luke, don't talk that way. You have a power I don't understand and could never have.
Luke
You're wrong, Leia. You have that power too. In time you'll learn to use it as I have. The Force is strong in my family. My father has it. I have it, and... My sister has it. Yes. It's you, Leia.
[looks directly at Leia; waits for the words to sink in]
Leia
I know. Somehow, I've always known.
[astonished]
Luke
Then you know why I have to face him.
Leia
No. Luke, run away, far away. If he can feel your presence, then leave this place. I wish I could go with you.
Luke
No, you don't. You've always been strong.
Leia
But why must you confront him?
Luke
Because there is good in him, I've felt it. He won't turn me over to the Emperor. I can save him; I can turn him back to the good side. I have to try.
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Imperial Command and Darth Vader's Authority
Imperial commander
This is the Rebel that surrendered to us. Although he denies it, I believe there may be more of them, and I request permission to conduct a further search of the area. He was armed, only with this.
[hands over Luke Skywalker's lightsaber to Vader]
Vader
Good work, Commander. Leave us. Conduct your search and bring his companions to me.
[takes Luke's lightsaber from the commander and congratulates him]
Imperial commander
Yes, my Lord.
[leaves with a squad of stormtroopers to conduct the search for the other Rebels]
Vader
The Emperor has been expecting you.
Luke
I know, father.
Vader
So, you have accepted the truth.
Luke
I've accepted the truth that you were once Anakin Skywalker, my father.
Vader
That name no longer has any meaning for me.
[angrily]
Luke
It is the name of your true self. You've only forgotten. I know there is good in you; the Emperor hasn't driven it from you fully. That was why you couldn't destroy me. That's why you won't bring me to your Emperor now.
Vader
I see you have constructed a new lightsaber. Your skills are complete. Indeed you are powerful, as the Emperor has foreseen.
[inspects Luke's lightsaber and activates it; deactivates the lightsaber]
Luke
Come with me.
Vader
Obi-Wan once thought as you do. You don't know the power of the dark side! I must obey my master.
Luke
I will not turn. And you'll be forced to kill me.
Vader
If that is your destiny.
Luke
Search your feelings, father. You can't do this. I feel the conflict within you. Let go of your hate.
Vader
It is too late for me, son. The Emperor will show you the true nature of the Force. He is your master now.
Luke
Then my father is truly dead.
[resigned]
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Confrontation Between Father and Son
Vader
You cannot hide forever, Luke.
Luke
I will not fight you.
Vader
Give yourself to the dark side. It is the only way you can save your friends. Yes, your thoughts betray you. Your feelings for them are strong. Especially for... Sister. So, you have a twin sister. Your feelings have now betrayed her, too. Obi-Wan was wise to hide her from me. Now his failure is complete. If you will not turn to the dark side, then perhaps she will.
[pauses]
Luke
Never!!
[revealing himself]
The Emperor
Good! Your hate has made you powerful. Now, fulfill your destiny and take your father's place at my side.
[laughing]
Luke
Never. I'll never turn to the dark side. You've failed, Your Highness. I am a Jedi, like my father before me.
The Emperor
So be it... Jedi.
[angrily]
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Luke's Mission to Rescue Han Solo
Opening crawl
Luke Skywalker has returned to his home planet of Tatooine in an attempt to rescue his friend Han Solo from the clutches of the vile gangster Jabba the Hutt. Little does Luke know that the GALACTIC EMPIRE has secretly begun construction on a new armored space station even more powerful than the first dreaded Death Star. When completed, this ultimate weapon will spell certain doom for the small band of rebels struggling to restore freedom to the galaxy...
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A Confession of Love Amidst Uncertainty
Han
I'm sure Luke wasn't on that thing when it blew.
Leia
He wasn't. I can feel it.
Han
You love him. Don't you?
Leia
Yes.
Han
All right. I understand. Fine. When he comes back... I won't get in the way.
Leia
Oh... it's not like that at all. He's my brother.
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A Father's Final Request for Connection
Anakin Skywalker
Luke, help me take this mask off.
Luke
But you'll die.
Anakin
Nothing.... can stop that now. Just for once, let me... look on you with my own eyes.
Anakin
Now... go, my son. Leave me.
Luke
No. You're coming with me. I'm not leaving you here. I've got to save you.
Anakin
You already have, Luke. You were right. You were right about me. Tell your sister... you were right.
[smiles; dies]
Luke
Father... I won't leave you.
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Vader Demands Efficiency from Moff Jerjerrod
Moff Jerjerrod
Lord Vader, this is an unexpected pleasure. We're honored by your presence.
Darth Vader
You may dispense with the pleasantries, Commander. I'm here to put you back on schedule.
Jerjerrod
I assure you, Lord Vader, my men are working as fast they can.
Vader
Perhaps I can find new ways to motivate them.
Jerjerrod
I tell you, this station will be operational as planned.
Vader
The Emperor does not share your optimistic appraisal of the situation.
Jerjerrod
But he asks the impossible. I need more men.
Vader
Then perhaps you can tell him when he arrives.
Jerjerrod
The Emperor's coming here?
[alarmed]
Vader
That is correct, Commander, and he is most displeased with your apparent lack of progress.
Jerjerrod
We shall double our efforts.
Vader
I hope so, Commander, for your sake. The Emperor is not as forgiving as I am.
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Confrontation of Power and Redemption
The Emperor
If you will not be turned, you will be destroyed.
The Emperor
Young fool. Only now, at the end, do you understand. Your feeble skills are no match for the power of the dark side. You have paid the price for your lack of vision.
[shoots another round of lightning; continues shooting lightning]
Luke
Father, please! Help me!
[writhing in agony]
The Emperor
Now, young Skywalker... you will die.
[intensifies lightning blasts against Luke in a fit of rage]
Darth Vader/Anakin Skywalker
No. NOOOOO!!!!
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Squadron Readiness Check Before Battle
Lando Calrissian
All wings, report in.
Wedge Antilles
Red Leader, standing by.
Voice of Merrick Simms
Blue Leader, standing by.
Horton Salm
Grey Leader, standing by.
Arvel Crynyd
Green Leader, standing by.
Wedge
Lock S-foils in attack positions.
Admiral Ackbar
May the force be with us.
Lando
Well, we've got to get some kind of reading on that shield, up or down!
Lando
But how can be they be jamming us if they don't know... ...if we're coming? Break off the attack! The shield is still up!
[with horrified realization; over comms]
Wedge
I get no reading. Are you sure?
Lando
Pull up! All craft, pull up!
Ackbar
Take evasive action! Green Group, Blue Group, stay close to holding sector MV-7!
Crewman
Admiral, we have enemy ships in sector 47!
Ackbar
It's a trap!
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