Considering the Prequel Trilogy led up to Anakin Skywalker becoming Darth Vader, a film about Vaders rise to power seems somewhat redundant since viewers already know the story. However, something many Star Wars fans can agree on is, within the Revenge of the Sith film, Anakins decision to turn to the Dark Side was as if a switch simply flipped and he was suddenly evil. Viewers didnt get to see a proper transition into Darth Vader, especially as he was placed in the suit in Siths final few minutes. As the franchises arguably most popular character, it should be no surprise fans would want to see more of him. Soon after Revenge of the Siths release, author James Luceno wrote a novel titled Dark Lord: Rise of Darth Vader, detailing Anakins complete transition into Vader in the few months after the events of Order 66. A lot of emphasis is placed upon Vader getting used to the way the suit moves and feels as well as his own adjustments to The Force since he can no longer control it nearly as efficiently as he could before. The story is a journey for him as he accepts and moves beyond his new limitations, becoming the most feared being in the galaxy. A movie about Vaders beginnings wouldnt necessarily have to follow the plot of the novel, but it would be nice to see and have the added bonus of somewhat redeeming his poor characterisation in the prequel films. Vader lovers would also be extremely satisfied in seeing him hunt down remaining Jedi and squashing any resistance as he earns his place among the greatest of Sith Lords.
Richard Church has a Bachelor of Arts in English and a diploma in Television Writing and Producing. He is an aspiring writer for short stories, novels and screenplays. He is also an avid fan of comic books and graphic novels.
