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Use the force, Luke.
— Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope · 1977
Behind the line
What it means
Our interpretation.
The speaker urges Luke to rely on the Force rather than on ordinary means. The short command is calm and directive, encouraging trust in something intangible, and it treats the Force as a guide the listener can draw on in the moment.
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In context
Spoilers for Star Wars: Episode IV - A New HopeShow the scene
Obi-Wan has already let Vader strike him down aboard the Death Star, but during the Rebels' final run down the trench his voice comes to Luke as he lines up the shot. Luke lets the Force guide the shot, with Vader closing in behind him. Han's unexpected return knocks Vader's fighter out of the trench, Luke's torpedoes find the exhaust port, and the Death Star explodes.
Sources (2)
- Wookieepedia: Star Wars: Episode IV A New HopePlot summary, Sacrifice and victoryReference checked
- Wikiquote: Star Wars (film)Obi-Wan Kenobi sectionReference checked
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