Today’s discussion is about classic British literature references found in the Rey and Kylo Ren dynamic in the Star Wars sequel trilogy.
This episode centers on analysis of Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte, and North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell.
In our Jane Eyre and Reylo analysis we discuss:
Similarities between Jane Eyre and Rey, including their lonely, deprived upbringing and first friendships that become as family.
Jane and Rey’s longing for a profoundly spiritual and passionate connection.
The remarkable bond that allowed Jane to hear Rochester’s voice from miles away after they had separated, and that connects Rey and Kylo Ren across the stars. 😉
Jane’s kinship and superficial contentment among the Rivers, which she eventually understands will never fulfill her on the level of her passionate bond with Rochester. We argue that in the same way, Rey will never find true fulfillment among The Resistance and her connections there, and will eventually seek out Ben as Jane sought Rochester – and it will be romantic AF.
We look at Kylo Ren as a Byronic hero, and discuss character similarities between him and Edward Rochester.
We find parallels in the Jane/Rochester romance and the story of Rey and Kylo so far.
Lastly, a quick pit-stop by the horrendous possibilities offered by Ben Solo’s potential “atonement”. Some haters who be hatin’ would like to see him bald and disfigured, whereas others make a case for his eventual death or loss of Force abilities as penance for his sins. We conclude that maiming, Force castration and death are not necessary for Ben Solo to have a meaningful and complete redemption arc.
In our discussion of Reylo and North and South we overview the fiery Margaret Hale/John Thornton romance, including their enemies-to-lovers dynamic
His failed first proposal and their painful separation
Their journey towards each other and eventual reconciliation – and how it all relates to the story of Rey and Kylo Ren.
Stay tuned for part 2 of our discussion, which centers on Pride and Prejudice and other literary works.
Today’s episode features awesome analysis by new Star Wars Connection member Chandra.
We apologize for some trouble with parts of our audio – we are improving our sound for the next part of our discussion, which is coming soon to a galaxy near you. ^^
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