STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE EPISODE IV (1977) | FIRST TIME WATCHING | MOVIE REACTION 

"He needs to get revenge." 🤣 Ryl goes immediately & directly to the dark side.

3PO and R2 are like a married couple always bickering but they have a strong bond.

Ben Kenobi (Obi-Wan) IS gone He's become one with the Force You'll know what that means as you move on through the movies

Thanks for the reaction. :) In 1977, Star Wars was completely new to the audience, so it is normal to not know anything when starting with this movie. :)

One of my fondest movie memories was when the Star Destroyer flies over head . My 9 year old mind was blown.

You: did he level up or something? Me: beer flys out my nose 😂

All your questions will be answered in the next two episodes

Think of it this way. You are in the 70s and you have never seen special effects like this before. You've never seen spaceships that actually look like they are... you know ... in space! You have probably seen special effects 100 times better since then with CGI. (I just noticed you are watching the version Lucas redid with CGI inserts... totally not needed) What they did with models in this movie was like what Avatar did with CGI. All of the laser blasts were hand-painted onto the film print. No computer video editing, all film. It was something totally new and incredible to see in 1977. (fellow nerds, let me know if I am wrong on any of that) My comment from your Spaceballs post: Now if you do happen to watch Star Wars, you will be laughing at gags you remember from Spaceballs. Love the channel! May the Schwartz be with you. Empire Strikes Back next... and don't read or research any spoilers!

When this first came out, it was revolutionary for special effects. Nothing in the space scenes was computer generated or animated, it was all real, practical effects. You can watch various documentaries that go through the process George Lucas went through with miniature models for things like the Falcon, Death Star, Alderaan, etc. There are some small effects, mostly on Tattooine, where George Lucas went back in the 90s as computer CGI became possible, and he added in/edited some things to "update" the looks. If you look at it, you can easily spot the few aliens that are CGI and which ones were from the original, where they were all people in costumes. Part of why so many of the effects hold up is because they weren't constrained by the computer technology of the 70s, but were all practical. This was also not expected to be a success by most of the people in the movie. Alec Guiness (Obi-Wan) was a very well-known actor with a lot of prestige. He thought it was an easy paycheck for a "silly movie". It was a surprise to everyone how much of a hit it was. It was also a movie that went through extensive editing by Lucas' wife that turned it from a bloated mess of a script into one of the best screenplays of all time (search up "Star Wars saved in the edit" for a more full picture of how much she saved the project). George Lucas was also friends with Stephen Spielberg, who consulted on some things. It launched the careers of Harrison Ford (Han Solo) who is also Indiana Jones, and was in several other older movies (and in an upcoming MCU movie). You might also know Luke (Mark Hamill) as the voice of the Joker in the DC animated movies/shows and the voice of Fire Lord Ozai in Avatar: The Last Airbender (among other things). Excited to see the Star Wars journey continue. After Episode 5 and 6, you will want to watch episode 1, 2, 3, and then the Star Wars Clone Wars series (the Clone Wars is a bit of a commitment but becomes so worth it). Those were all the projects that were released before Disney bought Star Wars. There's a lot of content after that point, but it's a long way out.

14:16 "Lord Vader's pretty cool." -jyn no!!!! jyn's been seduced by the dark side. 😞

Man I'm just starting my vacation and it's dope as hell that I get to watch you guys watch this. Thanks for being you.

*NO SPOILERS!!!* just a reminder.

Great reaction to this classic you two... To explain what happened to Jedi Obi-Wan Kenobi is that he became one with the light side of the force (he ascended to a higher form of existence within the force, sort of leveled up, lol). He said to Darth Vader in their last battle "You can't win Darth, if you strike me down I shall become more powerful that you can possibly imagine". He disappeared from the natural world before Vader struck him with lightsaber, which confused Vader & that is why he stomped on the robes to see if any trace of him remained. Now Obi-Wan is untouchable from the natural world but he can still look after and communicate with Luke through the power of the force (a type of immortality for Obi-Wan). This ability of the force is only reserved to the good light side Jedis'...Evil dark side Sith Lords cannot achieve that and would pass away if they were struck down... Also the lightsaber colors have different meanings (Blue - represents loyalty, stability, truth & justice. They are the Jedi Guardians. Green - represents growth, safety, harmony & knowledge. They are the Jedi Consulars. Purple - represents nobility, strength, wisdom & balance. They are the Jedi Grand Masters. Red - represents darkness, aggression, anger & hatred. Red is only used by evil Sith Lords). I hope you both continue your Star Wars journey with Episode V: The Empire Strike Back, for it is even better than the last one. (No spoilers) there you will see the rebellion fight to survive as the empire aggressively seeks them out (they're all pretty mad about the Death Star being destroyed by the rebellion) as Han, Chewie, Leia, C-3PO & R2-D2 make new friends and new enemies along the way. You will also learn more about the Jedi way of life and more about the force as Luke searches for the mysterious character named Yoda. And you finally will learn all the full details of what actually happened to Luke's father before Darth Vader betrayed and murdered him. Brace yourself for this next middle chapter of this great original trilogy & may the force be with you....

Vader is the greatest villain ever 🤘🤘

I love both Star Wars and Star Trek. Always good to see new fans join up 🙂 Both look beautiful, love Jyn's t-shirt 🙂

Give into the corniness and trust in the force

I'm impressed by your guesses on things and the questions you have. Many will be answered as you continue your journey. Will be tuning in to relive this series with you. 🙂

I first watched this original 1st Star Wars movie in 1977 when it came out. I was a junior in HS. IT WAS AN EVENT!! Long lines to get in theaters. It was awesome! SO advanced compared to Sci Fi movies of those times (with the exception of 2001 A Space Odyssey, which was WAAYY ahead of its time). It was magical. This was pre computer age. You won't understand how different this was back then.

It’s too bad that the original version is so hard to get hold of. Seeing the later “improvements” can give a false impression of how good the effects were in 1977.

1. Sir. Alec Guinness/Obi-Wan didn't want the part. Being a Shakespearian actor, he thought the entire idea was silly and was beneath him, but his wife talked him into taking the part. 2. The shrug Chewy gives Luke after he scares the tiny black droid is 🤪 3. These movies were put out in a certain order because there was limited technology and Lucas used and pushed forward the images needed to make a quality product. The best way to watch the is in the order they came out. We had to wait years for the next one. There was no internet where we had access to them whenever we wanted. 4. No need to go into anything after VI. Disney took over and the quality dropped. I realize you have to. 5. The only CGI was put in for the 25th anniversary package in this film are the critters the stormtroopers were riding at the beginning of the search for the robots, a couple of the huge critters outside the pub and the scene with Jabba the Hutt. Those were put in later after CGI was available. Otherwise, everything is what we had in 1977. 6. Obi-Wan sacrificed himself after he told Vader he would be stronger than ever. He went back into the force. He knows it's Luke's job to take over. 7. The awkwardness in the detention space is because Ford didn't know his lines. It was kept in the movie anyway because it worked. 8. The next two are the best of the Lucas series. Enjoy

Wedge is the Man.. For a guy who isnt Force Sensitive... Wedge is the MAN....

Finally!!! Be ready for a whole new outlook on life!! Automatic doors will never be the same!😂

Love the Thrasher shirt 🔥

Great reaction ! You guys will enjoy Empire Strikes Back even more

Virtual Hug ❤ This movie stayed in the theaters for a year. I know someone who went to see it over 60 times. Dinokangarat 😂

Good reaction, ladies. Btw, Ben (Obi Wan Kenobi) ascended to a higher plane of existence. He moved from the 3D state of existence to the 5D (5th Dimension). He is now an ascendant being.

Up until Star Wars was released in 1977, there were virtually no "lovable" robots/androids in cinematic films. There was the very likable "Robbie the Robot" from the classic 1958 film, "Forbidden Planet", but aside from that, I can think of no others. R2D2 and C3PO were instantly loved by audiences. R2D2, especially, made audiences cry whenever he was in danger! They inspired a great many future films that featured lovable robots.

RIP Porkins. Hey, Disney+, where is our limited series on Porkins' backstory?

The reason why the bar doesn’t serve droids is because droids don’t drink or have money. They want paying customers.

I've been along for your journey so far, I'm happy that you're finally beginning the Star Wars franchise. You are already off to a good start by watching in release order, I know the episode numbering system for Star Wars confuses a lot of new fans. (Enjoy the journey, ignore any of the negative or toxic fandom, sadly this franchise has become entangled in a lot of controversy, especially since George Lucas "stepped down".)

Race riots were prevalent in the US right up until 1969, just 5 years before Lucas finished his first draft of Star Wars. Until quite recently, from Lucas's perspective in 1974, most white owned bars reacted to black people entering their establishment similarly to how the bar person reacts to the droids in the cantina scene. In fact the relationship between humans and droids mirrors the relationship that had once existed between white and black people: master and slave. It's a real world analogy, essentially.

As far as lightsabers go, red for the fascists, blue for the "good guys". Somehow, the symbolism of the color coding is applicable to certain real-life tribalism as well.

"Come to the dark side, we have cookies"🍪🍪🍪 How could Vader resist? (old meme)

All your questions are answered in 5, 6 then 1, 2, 3. Btw, Obi-Wan did die there, but became part of the force to talk to Luke. That's why he told Vadar if you strike me down I'll become more powerful than you can imagine

17:57 Jedi business. Go back to your drinks.

Don’t be too proud of this technological channel you’ve constructed. The ability to upload videos is insignificant to the power of The Force

You guys will enjoy the sequel much better.

Great reaction guys! I watch a lot of reactions, especially to Star Wars, and I am new to your channel. You did a great job with this one where you are slowly introduced to the world and there are things you are not supposed to understand yet. DON’T LET COMMENTERS POST SPOILERS TO YOU!

Star Wars was released in May of 1977. Rocky was released in December of 1976. Both movies classics but both really are the foundation for the modern cinema. Obviously Star Wars made the sci-fi fantasy genre relevant and changed special effects forever. Rocky the steady cam was created, which is why you the iconic run up the stairs and you feel you are in the fight at the end. Before cameras were too big and had to be mounted on a vehicle, rail system, etc.....

@Jyn and Ryl Please know most of us in the comments are semi jealous of you being to see this all for the first time :)

Jabba the Hutt is made fun off in spaceballs as pizza the hutt

The dark side has cookies that's why Vader joined

The original trilogy _truly_ is quite impressive. George Lucas and Stephen Spielberg managed to bottle lightning, _three times._

I was ten years old when this movie hit the theaters. My Dad took me to see it in a theatre that had just installed a Dolby stereo sound system. I remember watching this movie and being completely in awe of what I was seeing. This movie is one of the best memories I have with my Dad. I have been a Star Wars fan every since. The honest truth is most movies you see today are made possible because of George Lucas. Most of the special effects you see in the original (before all the remakes) movie George Lucas had to create from scratch. There was no CGI. If possible you you should try to find the original Star Wars and watch it to compare.

33:11 This duel is a bit low key because it’s the first light saber battle shown in the series. The director just had the actors do basic fencing moves. However, with each movie the lightsaber battles will get more and more chaotic. The writers actually invented multiple styles of lightsaber fighting to make such scenes really pop. For example, Obi-Wan is a master of Form III that is very strong on defense. He basically blocks everything until his opponent is worn out. Vader’s style is Form V which favors aggressive overwhelming attacks. They are basically the ultimate counter to one another’s styles. Someone actually made an animated version of this duel is longer and shows what two Force wielders can do when pulling out all the stops. You can find it on RU-vid.

I have literally watched the first three (A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return Of The Jedi) over a hundred times. I often play these original 3 Star Wars movies in the background as I work. The first 6 seasons of Game of Thrones and MCU movies before 2020 have taught me that the Star Wars franchise can do much much better than the combined 6 hours of those 3 movies as top tier entertainment. Game of Thrones and the MCU gave us many more hours of top quality.

Ladies, as Obi-Wan said to Luke: "You've taken your first step, into a larger world." Next film is The Empire Strikes Back, and it is BY FAR the best Star Wars film. Love your reactions.

34:08 "so, is he naked?" -ryl 😆

Star Wars SC 38 Re-imagined

_A long time ago, in a movie theater about 50 miles away ..._ *THERE WAS NO EPISODE TITLE* The studio didn't think this film would make much money. Lucas was crossing his fingers that it didn't bomb. For all he knew, Lucas was making one standalone movie. "Episode IV" and "A New Hope" were added in later releases, to be in line with the numbering adopted with Episode V. I first saw _Star Wars_ in 1977, at the Indian Hills Theater in Omaha, Nebraska, US (a city of about 1M). The Indian Hills was one of the last remaining Cinerama theaters in existence (it's long gone, now). Cinerama was an experimental widescreen format seen in the 1950s and 1960s. It had an extremely curved screen, such that films shot in Cinerama used _three cameras_ and _three projectors_ : one for the center of the screen and one for each side. Everything had to be constantly synchronized so that the film looked normal onscreen. If you see Cinerama films on DVD/Bluray/streaming today, it often looks distorted on the left and right. This is caused by converting a curved film to a flat screen. So there I was at the Indian Hills at the tender age of 12 -- the film's precise target demographic. The Indian Hills seated 810 patrons: 662 on the main floor and 148 in the balcony. It was completely packed, as was every screening of _Star Wars_ in every theater in the world, until the film left theaters. I'd gotten to the theater rather late, forcing me to sit in the center seat of row one. This turned out to be fantastically good bad luck. Today, the center of row one is a terrible seat due to parallax distortion. In a theater the size of the Indian Hills, that distortion didn't exist because the screen was far enough away from the seats. However, it was close enough so that it filled my field of view from top to bottom. The screen was large and curved enough so that it filled my field of view from periphery to periphery. _Star Wars_ was shot in CinemaScope, a more popular widescreen format that we still see today. While not technically the same as Cinerama, it still lent itself well to that screen. I watched _Star Wars_ with the film filling my entire field of view from top-to-bottom and side-to-side. I didn't have to turn my head to watch it unless I wanted to, and I usually didn't. It was an astonishingly immersive experience. Not even IMAX comes close. Add to that the massive audience reaction that shouldn't be overlooked. It was a shared experience that I've only seen at _Infinity War_ and _Endgame_ on their opening nights, when there were a lot of fans present. This audience reaction happened at every screening, in every theater, everywhere in the world, until _Star Wars_ left the screens. Imagine 810 people all cheering, clapping, jumping to their feet, and occasionally crying all at once. The shared experience was amazing, as it fed on itself. No one held back, it just kept growing and growing until the destruction of the Death Star -- which prompted massive roaring from the audience. The film itself was like nothing put to the screen at that time. While cinematically based on old _Flash Gordon_ and _Buck Rogers_ movie serials of the 1930s, this was a big-budget, big-screen version like nothing anyone had ever seen before. It completely changed science fiction on the movie screen. Until that time, you occasionally got a good science fiction film, but they tended to be years apart. After _Star Wars_ , there were multiple good science fiction movies every year, a trend that continues to this very day. There would be no modern _Star Trek_ without _Star Wars_ . _Star Wars_ was such a massive hit for 20th Century-Fox that Paramount quickly looked around and said, "Aha! We have this _Star Trek_ thing that Trekkies are always saying they want more of. Let's make it into a movie!" Thus _Star Trek - The Motion Picture_ was released in 1979. Without that, there would be no _Star Trek_ today. _Star Wars_ changed filmmaking from a business perspective. The film grabbed audiences like nothing seen in the entire history of cinema. While _Jaws_ was technically the first summer blockbuster, _Star Wars_ cemented summer as the time to release action-heavy, family-friendly films. The special effects of _Star Wars_ were utterly innovative, and the tools created by the likes of John Dykstra became commonplace in films that don't even have special effects. Almost all special effects in the Original Trilogy were achieved either in-camera, with optical effects, miniatures, extremely detailed paintings, or a combination of those techniques. CGI that allows an entire film to be shot on a green screen wasn't even a glimmer in anyone's eye. In 1977, the most advanced computers were the size of an SUV and didn't have the computing power of your phone. CGI as a primary filmmaking technique wasn't popularized until _Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow_ in 2004. By then, computing power/square centimeter had skyrocketed exponentially. The special effects spawned Industrial Light and Magic, a company created and owned by George Lucas. ILM is still in existence today, constantly innovating with new technologies to create visual effects for many, many films and TV series. From it's inception, ILM has been considered the gold standard of VFX companies. In short, this film was nothing like what had come before. It changed _everything about cinema_ . And I got to see it with an audience of 810, on a screen so immersive that I got nauseous during the Trench Run.

One thing you learn quickly about the Star Wars franchise. The storm troopers couldn't hit the side of a barn if they were standing inside of it.

"What do you think they're going to do next?" So many of us hv seen (all) the Star Wars movies many times since we were kids. Fun to see people beginning this great journey. Hang in there ladies, you're going to really enjoy Star Wars! :)

36:39 "Why did he choose the _Dark_ Side? Like, what happened?" "I guess he got bored." 😆😆😆😆😆

Ben was stalling and creating a distraction so the others could escape. He knew he was too old to defeat Vader.

George Lucas, the director of the movie and the creator of the series, began it by going into the middle of the story he was telling because the whole was way too dense, so he chose to release the shortest and simplest chapter first, Episode 4, and went from there Episodes 5 and 6 continues the story He was going to try to do more but the technology of the time wasn't where George wanted it so he put the series on hold until 1995-1997 when computer-generated effects were advanced enough to make the prequels Around the time he started developing that trilogy, the 20th anniversary of the originals was coming up so he tested the CG on a Special Edition of all three movies, bringing them to the screen like he originally wanted but couldn't because the 1970s and 1980s had limited technological resources on how George wanted his movies to look That 1997 edition of the trilogy showed a whole new generation this masterpiece and the phenomenon has been growing larger ever since with NO SIGNS OF STOPPING Once again, I'm glad you've decided to finally join in the fun The Special Edition is what you watched, only this is the 3rd iteration of the edition shown in 1997 For example, Jabba (that slug creature) looked NOTHING like on here the computer model look more cartoony; this version is much better; plus, Jabba wasn't even in the original release in 1977 the scene was cut for budget and time reasons Han shooting Greedo (the green alien with the funny mouth) has been changed 3 times and you can look that up online Sound and visuals were all enhanced too You can look up the differences online

"Who's the more foolish, the Fool, or the Fool who follows him?" Classic Obi-Wan, spittin knowledge. Oh, to see this for the first time again. I was 4 yrs old the first time I saw this in a Drive-In theater. You are going to love this ride ladies. Get ready for one of the best movies of all-time, next. Please, do Empire Strikes Back soon. Virtual Hug.

Great stuff! Well done ladies! Thank you for your work.

I still have my 'Darth Vader Lives' button from 1977.

So glad you're reacting to these films! I forgot the streaming versions are the altered DVD editions of the films. Ugh. I'm so glad I still have my VHS tapes of these movies that are the theatrical releases. No added garbage!

"Star Wars": Two young RU-vid viewers are boarding the "Tantive IV." What will they make of this "old, long, slow-moving, character-centered, jargon-filled, no-DFX" movie? Good, you're watching in Release Order, which is how I started in 1977.;) Note: "Star Wars" is Fantasy/Space Opera, "Star Trek" is science fiction. (At least it was in the 1970's.)

such a great reaction.. you two are the best.. thanks.. subscribed

Is he on ship? Is he naked?😂😂 Thank you so much, I needed that laugh!🤣

Han Shot First. ;)

44:58 When Jedi Knights who are highly attuned to the Force meet their end, they ascend into the Force. They leave no physical corpse behind. Very very few Jedi reach this level of enlightenment. Despite being a Force master this ascension was not something Vader knew was possible.

About damn time!

There will be highs and lows during this great enterprise of flicks. It was originally slated for 1 movie, with an outside chance for more to come if this performed well enough in the theaters. Most in the business thought, at best it would end up bringing in only what is cost to make. Lucas, the executive producer took rights to all merchandising in lieu of a generous payment. That deal wound up being the greatest in film history.

You finally watched it.

Han Solo shoot first...fucking remastered... jajaja

Welcome to a journey that many of us started 47 years ago!!!!!!!!!! You are already enjoying it and I can't wait for you to experience more!! 😃

The changes are small and dont really add or subtract much, but just for the record, this is not the exact version that was shown in 1977. Lucus added in computer scenes years later. For example the lizard being rode at 5.33 was added in later

Ryl-that was "pretty" good , and Jyn- it was "interesting". That's about the most reaction we are going to get! haha

19:33 You can do anything in the bar, except bring in droids; because that is just crossing a line there.

Hello! I remember seeing Star Wars in 1977 when I was about ten years old, in Los Angeles. I think this movie changed everyone’s lives. Movies like this did not exist before this, and it was a mind-opening adventure seeing this in the theatres. *As luck would have it, some friends from the neighborhood and I somehow got a ride to Mann’s Chinese Theater to be present when the three characters’ footprints were placed in cement, in 1977! And a photo of this was on the cover of Famous Monsters magazine, shortly thereafter.*

Star Wars SC 38 Reimagined Reaction! THIS IS WHAT IT SHOULD'VE BEEN!

22:59 "Really ?" Yes, really. Its 2024, wake up, gods and magic doesnt exists.

REACTION REQUEST Every Which Way But Loose. Hidden Clint Eastwood comedy staring himself and Clyde, a smart but mischievous orangutan 🦧

VH ladies. You're hooked now to this franchise. LOL

Wait until you reach Rogue One, Jyn...you're going to be pleasantly surprised.

One Question girls, I'm curious. Now that you've seen the original Star Wars, do you wish you would have seen Spaceballs AFTER Star Wars?? Do you think you would have appreciated more of the jokes/references?

I wish you didn't see Spaceballs until you saw Star Wars first

1917 (2019) world war one

If at all possible, try to download the "de-specialized" version of Empire Strikes Back (Episode 5) and Return of the Jedi (Episode 6)

Obi Wan died. He’s communicating with Luke from “the other side.”

Please react to Star Wars SC 38 reimagined before the next Movie. It's only 6min 11 seconds. "Obi-Wan"

You need to watch the despecialized versions with all the CGI rubbish removed... and Han shoots first back in!

Unfortunately, you're watching the 1997+ "special editions" with a lot of unnecessary and annoying additions and changes from the original 1977 release.

Great reaction as usual!!! I think this first Star Wars movie still holds up somewhat well for a 1977 movie. My favorite Star Wars movie is the next one - Episode 5: "The Empire Strikes Back". It's been a while since we all saw a "blind" reaction to the next movie Episode 5: "The Empire Strikes Back", so hopefully you will avoid spoliers!!!

Consider the following, gang. Roughly 41 years spanned between the release of the first Flash Gordon Saturday matinee movie serial (one of the primary inspirations for Star Wars) in 1936 and the debut of SW in 1977. At the time I'm composing and posting this message, almost 47 (FORTY-SEVEN) years have passed since Star Wars itself was released! And in 1977 I thought 1936 was "ancient history". Mercy, do I ever feel old!

😮❤❤😅 you gotta love that science fiction stuff keep watching more you have non-movies to watch they’re good movies. Don’t forget about the TV show Obi-Wan yeah Asuka. 😮love it

Not impressed by light speed. Ohhh, these young-ins. Jaded by seeing too much modern technology. "That was pretty good". 🤣 soooo, not blown away I guess. Jyn> "Darth Vader is pretty cool" 😂 Darth went to the Dark Side, keep in mind Obi Wan gave up his life for the cause of the Good side of the Force. So by giving up his life, his Life Force (spirit) became stronger in order to help Luke etc. You may detect the loose analogy to Christianity/Biblical influences in what The Force is all about..... You need to watch the next 2 Star Wars to find out more background on Darth Vaders back story. The next one, THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK, is the favorite of many of us in the SW series. It's got tons of action/adventure. I think now that you know the main characters, you will really enjoy EMPIRE.

Anchorman with Will Ferrell should your next one very funny

I always called C3P0, Bitchy Circuits.

Now you have started the Star Wars journey, enjoy.. the special effects will improve over the decades between 1977 & 2010... After episodes V, VI you will do episodes I, II, & III then before episodes VII, IIX & IX you will need to see SOLO a Star Wars story & Rouge One the story of how the rebels obtained the plans for the Death Star.

Welcome to the Star Wars family and Universe..May The Force Be With You 😎

Luke and the princess would have beutiful children i assume

Virtual Hugs Ladies🤗 Great reaction!!

Yes, Ben / Obi-Wan is "dead" as far as no longer being living flesh, bone and blood. Upon death, a Jedi who has studied a certain technique in order to achieve the ability, disappears upon "death" and becomes "one with the Force". In that condition, the "Force ghost" is able to communicate with living, Force-sensitive beings. That is why Obi-Wan told Vader that if Vader struck him down, he'd become more powerful. Obi-Wan sacrificed himself purposely, giving up his physical body in order "level up".

"I guess they got cereal on this planet too" I CAN'T wait till y'all eventually find out where they get their milk from.😮 🤫

The next movie (Empire Strikes Back) is probably the greatest movie of all time. Can't wait to see your reactions 👍

The Star Wars films (the ones that were done before George Lucas sold the company to Disney) tell stories on a number of levels. If you “zoom out’ for the wide view, they are the story of Darth Vader. (Vader, and Obi-Wan are the only human characters who appear in all six films. R2 and C-3PO are also in all six.) In episode IV, which you’ve just seen, if you listen closely to some of the dialogue, it partly answers some questions regarding Vader: Vader and the other high-ranking military leaders on the Death Star, for the most part do not have any clear hierarchy with regard to one another. They only know three things for certain: 1) ALL of the military (and Vader) answer to the Emperor, and are afraid of him. (The Emperor is not seen in Episode IV). 2) Governor Tarkin is (was) THE regional authority in charge of the Death Star. Vader and the others answered to him, in the Emperor’s absence, which is why Tarkin had authority over Vader and could give Vader orders. 3) Vader and the Emperor are the only two beings in the Empire that know how to use the Force as a weapon or meaningful tool; they represent the ‘mystical power’ in the Empire, which puts them outside of, and transcending the military.