10 Most Traumatic Events In Star Wars
5. Anakin Underestimating The High Ground
Despite the criticism thrown at the prequels, they still had many redeemable features, not least Ewan McGregor in the role of Obi-Wan Kenobi. McGregor adopted the cadence and nuances of Alec Guinness just enough to make fans appreciate the effort, while still making the character his own.
Although this was the story of Anakin, we sympathised with Obi-Wan just as much, if not more. He watched his child pupil become the greatest Jedi in the galaxy, before rapidly descending into darkness. It was McGregor's acting chops - and the rare bit of good dialogue - that made his showdown with Anakin so impactful.
Watching the duel in Revenge of the Sith was equal parts exhilarating and heartbreaking. The lightsaber battle was one of the best put to screen, but it signalled the end of the Jedi Order. We watched as Obi-Wan maimed his old friend even as he espoused his love for him.
Kenobi's anguish at watching his "brother" consumed by hatred and flame, was almost too much to witness.