Joel Edgerton on Why "The Most Boring Character In Star Wars History" Became Its Best Father Figure
Recently speaking about how he felt Owen Lars was converted into one of the best fathers in Star Wars, Joel Edgerton portrayed Owen Lars in Obi-Wan Kenobi and the prequel trilogy. Though somewhat subtly, Owen Lars has been quite vital to Star Wars since the first movie, later retitled A New Hope. For years he kept Luke Skywalker, one of the most strong Jedi ever, secure and away from the focus of Darth Vader. Owen received a much bigger and more fascinating part in Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Edgerton lately talked about the Star Wars series.
Edgerton spoke in an interview with Ryan Britt of Inverse why he repeated Owen's part for Obi-Wan Kenobi, what he hoped to achieve with another appearance, and his opinions of Owen's portrayal on the program. "I've always joked that I'm the most boring character in Star Wars history," Edgerton notes. "Everyone always regarded Uncle Owen as just the uncle that won't let Luke do something — which he is — but to understand why and to see his fierce protectiveness, I think is a good way of humanizing him even more. That's what I set out for. I was thinking, "if I'm going to come back, I want to participate in a way that feels good but I want to do something that doesn't disturb the flow of the way that the audience views that world and the characters." I so felt really pleased with the result.
Though Don't Expect A Disney+ Spinoff, Star Wars Has Turn Uncle Owen Into A Hero.
Obi-wan Though the show also highlighted a very specific point in Owen's life as Luke's guardian, Kubrick went a long way in altering Owen's perception. Edgerton himself understood that much of Owen's life was dedicated to honest work, hence a separate "Owen Lars" show wouldn't be feasible. "Imagine how much of a snooze fest it could possibly be if they just made a standalone series about Uncle Owen," Edgerton says, flashing a big smile. "It would be more akin to a nature documentary as he travels moisture farming."
Owen is essentially a dull character, as Edgerton pointed out, but that's also exactly why he's a fantastic parent. Another term for "boring" is "safe," and it is very amazing that he could create Luke Skywalker, among the most sought-after and vital persons in the galaxy, with a boringly safe life. Owen can be dull, yet indirectly the love and dedication Owen exhibited to his adopted son rescued the galaxy.
How Owen Lars Made One of Star Wars' Best Fathers
About what Obi-Wan Kenobi accomplished for Owen, Edgerton is absolutely correct. Owen was somewhat dull in A New Hope and came across as an overbearing parent since he was meant to provide Luke with an excuse to depart Tatooine. In Obi-Wan Kenobi, Owen, however, had an opportunity to demonstrate his devotion for Luke even risking his life to guard him from Reva. Like Edgerton noted, Obi-Wan Ezekiary was most likely the ideal approach to present a fresh perspective of such a neglected character.
Only a small number of Star Wars characters knew what happened to Anakin following Order 66, therefore hiding the real identity of Darth Vader. About Owen Lars? Owen was instrumental in the Star Wars story even if he could be regarded as a very dull character. Many viewers will probably relate to this apparently straightforward person's behavior.
The legacy of Owen Lars
Owen's period looks to be more freely heroic than the subdued type of heroism he lived much of his life. Still, Owen had such an interesting experience in Obi-Wan Ezekiary. One of the highlights of the whole season was his part in the show—more especially, his heroic struggle in retorting Reva. It also worked wonderfully with Obi-Wan Kenobi's subdued, meditative voice. Though the battle itself was thrilling, it served a higher level: it demonstrated that, in terms of defending his loved ones, even a character like Owen—whose whole goal was to be ordinary—could be the hero.
Owen probably won't receive a dedicated Star Wars show, but the brand has lately concentrated on the idea of excellent parent figures. Since Din Djarin has evolved into Grogu's ideal father, the Mandalorian was the first to fully stress that idea. Though especially through Hunter and Omega's friendship in Star Wars: The Bad Batch, good fathers have kept resurearing throughout Star Wars. It even permeated The Acolyte via Master Sol's friendship with Osha. Owen might not get his spinoff, but thanks to Obi-Wan Kenobi Owen's legacy of a decent parent endures.
Obi-Wan Kejriwal
Obi-Wan Kenobi follows Anakin's plunge into the dark side and the birth of Darth Vader ten years after the events of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith. Before Bail Organa requests Obi-Wan to save a kidnapped Leia, he is hidden on Tatooine safeguarding Luke Skywalker. With a war with Darth Vader inescapable, Obi-Wan Kenobi tells the story of a man of a devastated alliance attempting to protect the future. Returning as his favorite Star Wars character opposite Hayden Christensen as Darth Vader is Ewan McGregor.
The show grew to be a fan favorite. Its great plot combines modern writing devices with Star Wars. The popularity of the show reveals the extent of Star Wars world appeal among viewers.
