10 Star Wars Controversies That Divide Fans
4. The Ewoks
The original trilogy is perfect. You have the classic Hero's Journey played out over three brilliantly crafted movies. The story explores the themes of good vs evil, combining anti-eroes, gangsta slugs, space fascists, and magic into a wonderful mix of escapism. What's not to like?
Enter the Ewoks. Like Jar Jar Binks, your perception of the Ewoks likely comes down to the age you were when you first saw them. If you were a kid, the cute little fuzzy things made for a great cuddly toy. If you were older, you likely saw them for what they ultimately became: a merchandising opportunity. It wouldn't be the last time George Lucas was accused of introducing characters that could later be used as a money grab.
It all depends on a matter of perspective. Sure, they look kinda dumb, they get totally manipulated by the Rebellion, and there's the small detail of them wanting to cook and eat our heroes. But their miraculous victory over the Stormtroopers also represents a central theme of Star Wars: the triumph of the underdog, over the oppressor.
The jury's still out on this one.