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Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back Fate vs. Free Will Quotes

How we cite our quotes: All quotations are from Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back.

Quote #10

VADER: Luke. You can destroy the Emperor. He has foreseen this. It is your destiny. Join me, and together we can rule the galaxy as father and son.

If Yoda and Obi-Wan were right about Luke's immaturity, then he would've taken this offer, right? How is Luke able to refuse? In the end, the film argues that, although we all must confront destiny, that doesn't mean we don't have a choice. In the words of another great alien-killer: "It ain't over 'til the fat lady sings."