Tag: star wars

johnscndaisy:

At the end of the Original Trilogy, Luke is neither cynical nor brooding despite what he’s been through. He chooses diplomacy, redemption, and altruism instead of vengeance. He prefers non-violence to power and control. He will believe in anyone, no matter what they’ve done to him or the people he loves, and would rather die than lose a chance at helping someone become their best selves. His defining moment is an act of embracing his feelings and choosing love. … Luke’s compassion is precisely what wins the day in the end. He’s not punished for being a kind, empathetic person, he’s victorious because of it. … We need more male heroes in the mold of Luke Skywalker, heroes that show our society that men can be kind and gentle, and choose love over vengeance and compassion-fueled self-sacrifice over aggression.