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In stark contrast, The Last Jedi approaches failure as a thematic gimmick but ultimately neglects to imbue it with genuine significance. Rather than serving as a meaningful catalyst for character development, its treatment of failure feels inconsistent and superficial.
Luke Skywalker's Discharacterization
The film’s portrayal of Luke Skywalker is arguably its most glaring flaw. Once the epitome of hope and resilience, the character is reduced to a figure who considers murdering Ben Solo in his sleep out of fear—a moment that is out of character and lacking nuance. This lapse paints Luke as impulsive and petty, undermining his heroic arc. His subsequent withdrawal from the galaxy, citing failure, feels abrupt and unearned, stripping away decades of character development.