William Shakespeare’s play MacBeth has influenced many great stories to come after. His characters possess traits that went on to inspire characteristics of many of the most popular and beloved characters. Darth Vader is one of the most infamous and well-known characters throughout the world. He is known for his dark aura and evil demeanor that fans have come to recognize. Despite being known for being one of the greatest villains of all-time, he is also widely acknowledged for the captivating story of his fall and descent into evil. Many similarities can be found between MacBeth’s descent into evil and Anakin Skywalker’s transformation into Darth Vader. MacBeth closely follows the traits of a tragic hero and regarding Anakin Skywalker’s fall to the dark side it is quite clear that director George Lucas drew influences from the archetypal tragedy, specifically Shakespeare’s MacBeth. Many supporting…show more content… However, both character’s revelations of evil are based in a greed and hunger for power.
Anakin Skywalker and MacBeth at their respective peaks are both considered to be highly respected and honorable warriors who fought for the glory of their cause. Despite his humble beginnings, Anakin makes leaps and bounds in the Jedi order to earn respect and recognition from his peers and quickly becomes the youngest Jedi master. MacBeth fights for glory through his valiant acts in battle, soon earning the title of Thane of Codor. The two characters possess great power and potential all throughout their rises to glory. However, with each character they are haunted by an ongoing thirst for a
