Star Trek and Star Wars both are two of the most iconic entertainment properties in the world; but how do the two compare in terms of their characters, plots, and real-life application. Both of them have very well-known characters, very wide-spread fan-bases, and themes within their stories that make us think about ourselves and make us feel something. Star Wars and Star Trek impact our hearts and our minds but both of them do in it different ways.
The characters in Star Wars and Star Trek are both extremely iconic and extremely well-written. Captain Kirk versus Luke Skywalker, Khan versus Darth Vader, and Spock versus Obi-Wan Kenobi, all these characters are very different, but inspired by one another at the same time. Kirk and Luke are both
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basically the stars of the show. They both carry the story and are the most dynamic characters. Both are reckless and mind-hearted, but we get to see them grow as humans throughout their different stories. Kirk is older and has more experience than Luke. He gets to be the captain of his ship and makes the important decisions for the Starship Enterprise. Luke starts out as a young, whiny teenager but we see him grow into the great, experienced Jedi that he was meant to be. Khan and Darth Vader are both the best villains in their franchises. Overall, Darth Vader is more dynamic and the story really drives him to the center of the Star Wars universe. We see him grow up starting as a young slave boy, Turning into a questioning, whiny Jedi knight, and finally seeing him fall to the dark side and eventually redeeming himself as Darth Vader. Khan seems like a more generic villain. Though he is a great character, he is less dynamic. He still has a great reason for being evil. One that even makes me question what I would do in a moral circumstance like his, in which I would have to think about killing off someone else’s family for the good of mine. Spock and Obi-Wan are both the main supporting character in their stories. They both support the main character. They are both their to teach the protagonist and are both probably the best written characters out of these franchises, though Darth Vader and Spock are the most known. “But I was going into Tosche station to pick up some power converters!” – Luke Skywalker, A New Hope. This quote shows how whiny young Luke was and emphasizes the fact that the Luke in the later years has grown up because older Luke wouldn’t whine like that. The general plots in these two franchises are probably the biggest difference between the two, though they will both continue to inspire our generations for years to come.
The plots of the couple are not alike at all, in fact, they’re not even the same genre. Star Wars is of the science fantasy genre. This means that the movies take elements from a lot of genres. These genres are mostly science fiction and fantasy. The science fiction element of Star Wars is shown in the first line you see, “A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away.” This tells you that these stories are a speculative representation of what the world could have been like. Though I doubt that the creators really believed that the world could have been like this, especially since it seems to take place in the future, it still represents a point of view on past space life. The fantasy elements of Star Wars are shown in every movie. To be a fantasy, you must use a supernatural element as a main part of your story. The Force is a huge example of a supernatural element. An example of The Force is whenever Darth Vader chokes someone. The Force allows people tht can tap into it, the ability to control things with their minds, think faster, and even predict the future. It’s a magical element and one I doubt will be seen anytime in Earth’s coming years. Star Trek has no supernatural elements, or at least none that really are showcased in the plot. The lack of magic in their universe makes their franchise a science …show more content…
fiction franchise. They are science fiction because the movies and television gives the future a speculative explanation for what the world will be like. The writers expect the future world to be like the Star Trek universe. They think that the world will begin to be governed by a few factions. That huge cities with billions of people in them will exist. That spaceships will be common and will be able to go at hyper-speed, which is basically just light-speed in Star Wars. Laser guns will be used. And, that we will be able to teleport a sentient being from one place to another with the push of a button. In fact, Star Trek predicted flip phones. “In this galaxy there’s a mathematical probability of three million Earth-type planets. And in the universe, three million million galaxies like this. And in all that, and perhaps more, only one of each of us” – Bones, Star Trek. This shows how far the human race has evolved and how the creators see the Star Trek world. Star Wars and Star Trek both have many themes told throughout their story and continuously make you question your own morals.
Both Star Trek and Star Wars use conflicts in their stories to make you question your morals because you continuously ask yourself what you would do in the situation that the characters are in. For example in Star Trek, Khan tried to kill Captain Kirk’s crew for the safety of his own even though both captains were on the same faction. While watching it, you ask yourself what you would do in the situation that Khan was in. These stories make you think about the world and about yourself. “Spock. This child is about to wipe out every living thing on Earth. Now, what do you suggest we do?” Bones, Star Trek. This quote questions Spock and yourself, making you ask yourself what you would do to a little kid even if he was going to kill
everyone. Star Wars and Star Trek have been going at it for years. Fans of the franchises constantly argue about which one is better. The two properties are both worth billions of dollars. Though there are a few similarities between the two. Star Trek and Star Wars will never feel the same. Both offer different experiences, and both have told amazing stories and will have plenty more intriguing tales to tell.
Cool hand Luke and McMurphy are two very similar men. Who seem to make the best of what they got. They are two people that they won't let you see them hurting by alway keeping a smile on there faces. At same time are two me that can very much hold there own. Both good example of what you need to be a
This reconciliatory pattern is vividly exemplified in Rick, the hero of the classic film, Casablanca. For example, when Rick repeats his non-committal, cold, tough guy stance to an offended customer, “I stick my neck out for nobody,” it is viewed as an outlaw hero characteristic. He appears to be the dangerous man from a gangster movie, but still promise the “safety and comfort” an official outlaw portrays. With Ilsa back into his life, he helps his love and her husband leave Casablanca at the end. He sacrifices his love to save her from being endangered from the law. Ironically, Rick is a man who once fought in war, yet he still remains neutral with others. He allows equal status with individuals. A war is going on between the German and the French, but he doesn’t take any of their side. After tragically losing the love of his life the first time, Rick ceased to show any political involvement or any strong political beliefs and began to worry only about his own well-being. Being an outlaw, Rick’s character can’t have friends, but he can have buddies that join him in his adventures. With him through thick and thin is Sam. Sam plays the piano at Rick’s Café Americian. He is a man running from the law who meets up with another man doing the same.
Analysis: From the Star Trek series, Captain Kirk is very much like Odysseus in his behavior. They are both strong, crafty leaders with a moral code however both put their crew in danger and themselves because of their excessive pride.
Both also have a sort of supernatural force helping them, giving them an advantage over ordinary people. Luke learns the ways of the "force" which about three other people have mastered: Darth Vader who is evil, Obi-Wan his mentor, and Yoda (who he does not know yet). Bruce learns the ways of advanced ancient Ninjitsu and the ways of being one with the shadows. The two of them are also both very limited in their allies fighting against a world of evil. Luke is contained to Obi-Wan, Chewbacca, Han Solo, and eventually Leah. Bruce is limited to the few uncorrupt people in his city, Alfred, Mr. Fox, Jim Gordon, and Rachel. During the ordeal, both hero's have a long line of conflict that they must deal with. Bruce has to save Rachel, escape his on fire mansion, fight Ra's al Ghul, and then stop the city from going crazy from the gas. Luke must save Leia, escape a trash compacter, watch Obi-Wan die, escape Darth Vader's station, and finally come back to destroy it. A last similarity is that both hero's rewards made them realize what they were actually destined for. Luke
There are many characters from both the movie and the novel that are alike. Siddhartha and Heinrich are both the main characters in which the story revolves around. They both are on a journey and grow throughout their trip. They learn what life truly means to each of them. Govinda and Peter are also two characters that are similar.
There are 9 movies in the Star Wars series right now counting Rogue One. There are also 9 movies in the Harry Potter series counting Fantastic Beasts. That is one similarity. Harry Potter and Luke Skywalker both were very powerful and strong. They both have to learn to use a certain tool that all the others of their kind use. In Harry Potter it was magic wands which is needed for a wizard. In Star Wars it was a lightsaber which is needed for a jedi. They both have a talent like their fathers did. In Harry Potter it was Quidditch and in Star Wars it was piloting. Luke/Harry both have a wise, powerful, and old person that helps them out throughout the series. In Harry Potter that figure is Dumbledore. In Star Wars that figure is Yoda. They both die later in the series. There is a group of three main characters in each series. In Harry Potter there is Harry Potter, Hermione and Ron. In Star Wars there is Luke Skywalker, Han Solo and Leia. Luke and Harry’s best friends end up together in the end in both
These two films come from entirely different genres, have entirely different plots, and are even based in entirely different galaxies, but the share the theme of the hero’s journey. This concept can be equally applied to nearly every book, movie, and other such works, as long as you dig under the surface and find the meaning beneath. The elements of the hero’s journey are found in both films, and with a critical eye, can be found all around us. This is the classic story of the hero; in every shape and form an author can apply it too.
Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corrosive psychological and political effects produced when evil is chosen as a way to fulfil the ambition for power.The play is believed to have been written between 1603 and 1607, and is most commonly dated 1606. It is a timeless classic and its themes resonate within some of the most common movies and books of modern times. Star Wars is an American epic space opera franchise centered on a film series created by George Lucas. The film series, consisting of two trilogies, has spawned an extensive media franchise called the Expanded Universe including books, television series, computer and video games, and comic books. The franchise depicts a galaxy described as far, far away in the distant past, and it commonly portrays Jedi as a representation of good, in conflict with the Sith, their evil counterpart. Their weapon of choice, the lightsaber, is commonly recognized in popular culture. It is arguably a cinematic masterpiece, holding in rank two of possibly the greatest trilogies the world has ever seen. It is a timeless epic which embodies within it an allegory for the history of the world; the rise and fall of empires and their emperors; the pursuit of power; the melting pot of cultures; the struggle for survival; the advancement of human technology; and most importantly as a whole, the history of humanity. Steven D. Graynus declared, “Ultimately, what the Star Wars films offer is….rousing storytelling suffused by themes of moral struggle and transcendence” (Decent Films Guide). The franchise's storylines contain many themes, with strong influences from philosophy and religio...
Comparable characters can be seen in both films. Jim Stark is just like Clyde Barrow in that they are both the leading men and the main rebels. They are also played by cute actors.
To fully appreciate Star Trek’s influence, you have to understand its enormous scope. Although the first series only ran for three years, the show gained popularity in syndication. It would go on to spawn five new series with a total of 726 episodes, 12 films, 31 Emmy Awards and 149 nominations, one Academy Award and 15 Oscar nominations, 120 CDs, 40 video games, 70 million books in print and one invented language, estimated to be spoken by over 100 people.
... Redford shows that every character in the movie is highly depended upon their moral decisions to determine their outcome. Charles Van Doren was persuaded by the producers of the show to make decisions which when against his ethics and morals. Herb Stempal was also pressured by both producers, Enright and Freedman, to “take a dive” in the show, Twenty-One, and allow Van Doren to become the show’s new champion. He had to make a decision which conflicted with his ethics and morals. Richard Goodman also thought ethically when he made his own decisions. He wasn’t persuaded by the producers, like Van Doren and Herb Stempal. Robert Redford demonstrates that decisions of the main character in the movie were influenced by their ethical thinking. Some of these characters made decisions based on their ethics and morals and some didn’t, which lead to inevitable consequences.
In Things fall apart, Okonkwo would resemble Caesar most because they were both men of high titles with success in war and battle. Okonkwo was a well accomplished soldier known for the many heads that he had severed off enemies during tribal conflicts. Casesar was one of the greatest generals of all time bringing Rome to its peak height of power. Both men did not fear death but meet death abruptly. Even though they were very similar, Caesar was killed by an assassination, while Okonkwo commits suicide.
THX 1138, American Graffiti, Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back…the list goes on and on. Although many have not heard of each of these films, everyone certainly has to know the man behind them. George Lucas has, in many cases, written, produced, and directed, not to mention edit, his own films. His vision was the driving force that imagined and created these movies. All have made back the cost of the film and most have received millions of dollars in profit.
George Lucas wrote and directed Star Wars, he had tons of creative and production control just like Hitchcock. Furthermore, the film demonstrates his aesthetic vision through recurring themes of good verse evil, heroes fighting for good and saving the day. Lastly, the film demonstrates thematic and stylistic consistencies to create the meaningful narrative. One thing that stands out from Star Wars that illustrates George Lucas’ control over the production is the credits. He did not want the credits at the beginning of the film so the audience can focus on the narrative. In the late 1950’s the auteur theory was introduced to filmmaking which created a new way of making films. Auteur theory went against the classical narrative by focusing on realism. Auteur films had ambiguous endings, which deeper into the character’s physiological state. Even though, Star Wars demonstrates certain auteur elements, it does not go against the classical narrative. To conclude, Star Wars mixed classical Hollywood techniques with the auteur theory that lead to a different and unique way of making a
There are many similarities between different texts in literature as well as film. Many movies you see are alike. However, every one of them has their own perspective on the content that is presented. Two movies may have an almost identical plot line, but they change the way you view it. For example, there are many movies made about the well known story, Cinderella. They all follow one plot line; a girl’s father dies, and has to live with her wicked stepmother and step sisters whom she does all the dirty work for, a “fairy godmother” helps her sneak out to go to a dance but has to be back by 12:00 so her stepmother does not find out. The girl goes to the dance, meets her true love who just happens to be the guy every other girl is dying to have. She runs out before the clock strikes 12:00 and loses an item of hers that her true love just so happens to find. He uses it to find the girl and they live happily ever after. The well known stories of Pyramus and Thisbe and Romeo and Juliet are similar by two young people falling outrageously in love, the miscommunication, and the suicidal d...