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John Williams’ score in Return of the Jedi exemplifies how music enhances storytelling. Each key scene features distinct music that amplifies emotional resonance. During Luke’s confrontation with Vader, the music underscores tragedy and moral conflict. During the space battle, swelling orchestration heightens tension and excitement, pulling audiences deeper into the story.
In contrast, The Rise of Skywalker’s sound design is plagued by constant noise, making it difficult to appreciate the score—assuming it was even audible at times. The relentless barrage of explosions and laser blasts leaves minimal room for musical nuance or emotional subtlety, reducing the finale to mere spectacle rather than meaningful storytelling.