Why do many Star Wars villains have British accents? In this episode, we break down the significance of this choice using cultural theory and storytelling frameworks. Drawing from John Fiske’s Textual Poaching, we explore how audiences interpret and reframe these portrayals. Stuart Hall’s theories on representation, identity, and ideology help explain how accent and villainy intersect in mainstream media. Plus, Blake Snyder’s Save the Cat framework sheds light on how storytelling conventions reinforce this trope.

Links:

George Lucas Explains Yoda's Unique Speech | HuffPost Latest News

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