At first glance as a kid these movies are incredibly fun and moving. But analyzing them at an older age and after lectures in college, I know for sure that they are my favorite movies of all time. When dissected, Lucas used components of Joseph Campbell’s hero’s cycle and meticulously placed certain colors and deeper meanings any many scenes and moments throughout the trilogy. Not only is it revolutionizing in the special effects aspect, but these three movies embody what good movies are about…sharp storytelling with universal traits while providing us an amazing escape.