Cask Wars: A Comparison
What are the effects of a feeling of betrayal? Usually it leads to a feeling of disappointment or hatred towards the betrayer. Two examples of the idea of betrayal and its effects are “The Cask of Amontillado” by Edgar Allan Poe and Star Wars: Episode III by George Lucas. In “The Cask of Amontillado,” Montresor feels betrayed by another man, Fortunato, and leads him into the catacombs of his house, ultimately leaving him to die. In Star Wars: Episode III Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi are united to fight the evil Sith and defend the Republic. Later, Anakin joins the Sith and betrays Obi-Wan which leads to rash actions and later the downfall of Anakin. These stories both illustrate that betrayal is a feeling that …show more content…
In “The Cask of Amontillado,” Montresor continues living in peace for an extended period of time. This is known from a quote at the end of the story: “For the half of a century no mortal has disturbed them. In pace requiescat!” (Poe 214). Now that he got back at him, he feels that they are even. This is evident when he says in pace requiescat, which means may he rest in peace in Latin. He still feels that what he has done is justified, and continues living on his life in peace for several years. This story also demonstrates that betraying someone only leads to the downfall of the betrayer. Similarly, in Star Wars: Episode III Obi-Wan leaves Anakin for dead, and he does not feel guilty for it, as he feels that Anakin deserved the outcome that transpired. Overall, he still feels for him, and trains Anakin’s son with the forces of the Jedi when he comes of age. He feels obligated to do this after trying to help Anakin become a Jedi and ultimately failing. Obi-Wan survives the lightsaber battle and continues his life, living on another planet (Star Wars: Episode III). In conclusion, the overall outcome is the same between the two stories with this outcome being the downfall of the betrayer and the success of the person who was betrayed. This is significant in our world today because often people feel betrayed and want to …show more content…
Betrayal is a feeling that nobody wants to feel, as it leads to resentment or disappointment to another person. Everyone has felt this feeling before, and everyone knows that resentment or disappointment leads to actions later regretted. Betrayal is a strong part of human nature, but it can lead down a darker, less forgiving
What are the effects of a feeling of betrayal? Usually it leads to a feeling of disappointment or hatred towards the betrayer. Two examples of the idea of betrayal and its effects are “The Cask of Amontillado” by Edgar Allan Poe and Star Wars: Episode III by George Lucas. In “The Cask of Amontillado,” Montresor feels betrayed by another man, Fortunato, and leads him into the catacombs of his house, ultimately leaving him to die. In Star Wars: Episode III Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi are united to fight the evil Sith and defend the Republic. Later, Anakin joins the Sith and betrays Obi-Wan which leads to rash actions and later the downfall of Anakin. These stories both illustrate that betrayal is a feeling that …show more content…
In “The Cask of Amontillado,” Montresor continues living in peace for an extended period of time. This is known from a quote at the end of the story: “For the half of a century no mortal has disturbed them. In pace requiescat!” (Poe 214). Now that he got back at him, he feels that they are even. This is evident when he says in pace requiescat, which means may he rest in peace in Latin. He still feels that what he has done is justified, and continues living on his life in peace for several years. This story also demonstrates that betraying someone only leads to the downfall of the betrayer. Similarly, in Star Wars: Episode III Obi-Wan leaves Anakin for dead, and he does not feel guilty for it, as he feels that Anakin deserved the outcome that transpired. Overall, he still feels for him, and trains Anakin’s son with the forces of the Jedi when he comes of age. He feels obligated to do this after trying to help Anakin become a Jedi and ultimately failing. Obi-Wan survives the lightsaber battle and continues his life, living on another planet (Star Wars: Episode III). In conclusion, the overall outcome is the same between the two stories with this outcome being the downfall of the betrayer and the success of the person who was betrayed. This is significant in our world today because often people feel betrayed and want to …show more content…
Betrayal is a feeling that nobody wants to feel, as it leads to resentment or disappointment to another person. Everyone has felt this feeling before, and everyone knows that resentment or disappointment leads to actions later regretted. Betrayal is a strong part of human nature, but it can lead down a darker, less forgiving