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A Critical Comparison of the Finales: Return of the Jedi vs. The Rise of Skywalker
Star Wars has long been celebrated for its epic storytelling, complex characters, and groundbreaking visuals. Among its most iconic moments are the finales of its various trilogies, which serve as the emotional and narrative culmination of years of storytelling. Two such finales—Return of the Jedi and The Rise of Skywalker—offer starkly contrasting approaches to concluding their respective sagas. This article examines these two films, analyzing their storytelling techniques, pacing, visual effects, emotional impact, and character development to understand what makes a satisfying ending in a blockbuster galaxy far, far away.