Rey's Myth: Star Wars, Ancestors, Disconnection, Lineage, and Immortality

This video essay explores the mythological and spiritual themes present in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, particularly focusing on Rey's journey as a metaphor for humanity's disconnection from and yearning for ancestral connection. It argues that despite critical reception, Rey's storyline represents a modern myth about re-establishing ties to the "spirit of the depths" and the realm of the dead, contrasting this with the Sith's pursuit of technological immortality. The video connects these ideas to concepts like the "archaic revival," the "golden chain" of esoteric knowledge, and the importance of internal spiritual wisdom over external forms or literal bloodlines. Ultimately, the video essay suggests that the sequels, through Rey, offer a vision of immortality achieved through spiritual transformation and an active relationship with one's ancestors.

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