The Story of Anakin Skywalker

[@SWFT_edits]

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[@AzeonraygraySmithsonianc-si8wn]

Nice videos 2:49 it’s 1014

[@williamtaylor5005]

Can you please do this for Ragnar lothbrok from Vikings

[@HoopieVODS]

What would you call the style of videos you create?

[@SWFT_edits]

@@HoopieVODS Montages of various films and tv shows to create an emotional impact on the viewer, usually I try to replicate whatever emotions the original, longer product sought to cause.

[@The_K-Dude]

Is because you get copyright?

[@brandond540]

When you realize anakin has the best character arc in movie history

[@LA37truwarier]

He is the entire story of star wars

[@romanator649]

Idk about that but he’s definitely up here

[@MrBrianpdj]

@@LA37truwarier FACTS. Anakin Skywalker/Hayden Christensen is goated in movie history

[@goldengrill769]

Yeah only character who can even come close is probably Rocky.

[@barkley8285]

@@MrBrianpdj no hes not. Not a good actor at all, and was portrayed like shit.

[@blletm6029]

Can we please stop and appreciate Hayden Christensen's portray of Anakin Skywalker. For me he was the perfect Anakin! Beautiful made tribute SWFT! class...

[@SpFlash1523]

Agreed.

[@thalmoragent9344]

Yep. So well even with a poor script to work with at times, guy did very well

[@DerToastOffiziell]

It's because he is Anakin

[@DanielRamirez-uk1yf]

I still cant get over, though, that Hayden's anakin has a softer voice compared to the Clone Wars anakin lol

[@darth_veda]

And back then we had so called Star Wars fans slating every line he uttered and every scene he was in. This may not be a popular opinion but I felt that the Prequels were the pinnacle of Star Wars. How I wish GL never sold Lucas Film to Disney and actually completed the story with the sequel trilogy of the whills.

[@RussBuss3]

George Lucas once said that the true story of Star Wars was the tragedy of Anakin Skywalker.

[@Psyfi85]

It’s true, no Shmi no Anakin therefore no saga. He was and always will be the heart of SW.

[@noelogden1625]

Hayden's acting was so much better when his dark side came out. The scene where Anakin avenged his mother's death and talks to Padme about it was the best scene in the whole movie.

[@TedMosby_OhioBoy]

True.

[@aultmanfilms4590]

I refuse to watch the new trilogy after knowing how well the story had ended with return of the jedi. This video really makes me see how anakin skywalker was one of the most well written characters in all of science fiction and possibly all of fiction in general.

[@russko118]

sequel triology doesn't exist

[@Lycan_01]

@@russko118 we grant the sequel trilogy the name of star wars, but it is not apart of the Skywalker saga

[@russko118]

@@Lycan_01 and does not have a place in our heart

[@halt4418]

totally agree

[@warrick7689]

@@Lycan_01 fucking got me coach

[@cristianopinheirosoares6594]

Luke: Father, I’ll not leave you here, I’ve got to save you Anakin/Darth Vader: You already have, Luke That’s is completely fantastic

[@MandatoryFruit]

Simply the best character in Star Wars. No one could ever convince me otherwise.

[@oharryc]

best fictional character period. such a tragic story with a true and beautiful redemption at the end

[@romanator649]

Hello there

[@MrBrianpdj]

@@oharryc FACTS. I really don’t see any fictional character that compares to him and draws real human emotions so relatable he feels like he existed somewhere iim time.

[@dusk5907]

@@MrBrianpdj he did exist. In a Galaxy far far away. Anakin, Luke, Obi Wan, Ahsoka, Yoda, Maul, Satele, Malgus. It’s true all of it the dark side the Jedi. They’re real.

[@threefoldland]

For me its Ahsoka

[@bero6169]

A great fighter, a great master, a great friend and a great JEDI - Anakin Skywalker

[@Encrypted628]

Anakin, my heart breaks for this character every time I think of him. If only Quigon did not die at Naboo, if Obi-wan was as sensitive as Quigon, If only his mother had not died, if Ashoka had stayed if Padme hadn't died..... It would seem to me that his fate was sealed from the very beginning, everyone he ever loved and cared for was sadly taken away from him.... Rest easy with the Force from when you came Anakin Skywalker, you had an uphill battle against fate, I doubt anyone could have done better. I choose to remember you as Anakin and not Darth Vader (though he was dope!). Thanks @SWFT for sharing.

[@kermituchiha]

It all started when obi wanted ka noby abandon Anikens mother

[@Matteo-ks6fn]

Unfortunately with "ifs" and "buts" you don't write history. I prefer remember Darth Vader as Anakin and vice versa 'cause they are one and his story arch is immense and dealing with universal matter: love, hate, hope, delusion, rage, fear. Everything that make *us* Anakin. And Darth Vader, when it happens.

[@lemadoumbia2991]

@@Matteo-ks6fn neither do you? He never stated that he writes history, it's his opinion respect it. Have a great day.

[@Matteo-ks6fn]

@@lemadoumbia2991 Never said he wants rewrite history, 'cause he didn't nor express an opinion, rather chanted ode to a fallen hero. Darth Vader supporter since 1977 here so can hear him and, as far as "if and but", he surely would have been the strongest Jedi as he *was* the strongest Sith (yeah... yeah... off episodes ones... screw 'em...). *That's* an opinion, lad.

[@theawesomeoone6]

@@Matteo-ks6fn actually he did have an opinion he chose to remember Aniken the way he wanted to remember him it’s funny how you want people to respect your opinion but you have a problem when people have a different opinion from you Hippocratic much?

[@bogdanskovic6606]

Star Wars is not about lightsaber fights or galactic shootouts. Star Wars is about Anakin's suffering ever since childhood. Losing everyone he loved along the way. There was no better way to portrait a fallen protector of the peace. Goodjob Lucas and good job SWFT for probably the best tribute to Anakin. A lot of tributes seem to leave Ahsoka out of the story, when in fact she was the perfect character to add depth to Anakin. If only could we get some shows or a movie that explores Davy Jones the same way Clone Wars did for Anakin, the world would be perfect.

[@dexxfa7274]

This has aged well

[@chm7998]

Like how you emphasised Ahsokas impact. Anakin tributes always seem so empty and lifeless without her. Pretty sure Lucas said she’s basically his little sister and he was keeping himself in check to be a good role model for her. It’s why Anakin in the show is more heroic and caring than in the movies. After she leaves Palpatine had him all to himself to corrupt. You can see his demeanour get darker in the last 2 seasons when Ahsoka isn’t around. It’s a nice setup for Revenge of the Sith. I’ve always liked the prequels but the Clone Wars is what really saved Anakin as a character. Added some much needed depth. I remember back in 2002-2008 he was considered an absolute joke in the fanbase and a disgrace to Vader’s legacy. Nice to see that perception change over the years with all these new fans who grew up with Clone Wars and the Prequels coming in. Really excited to see Hayden back in the Kenobi and Ahsoka show’s with the fanbase supporting him this time. Very satisfying for me as someone who’s always liked Anakin.

[@SWFT_edits]

Yeah I too think that was the moment Anakin really started questioning the council

[@ajdoyle8869]

Wasnt the death of his mother the beginning of the end for Anakin

[@yeetboiii5491]

@@ajdoyle8869 it was but when ashoka left he started to doubt the council and could not handle their lies

[@ajdoyle8869]

@@yeetboiii5491 I'm pretty sure Anakin doubted the council before I mean maybe he blamed his mothers death on the council for not acting

[@David-db9jo]

Wrong, his mother triggered his beginning

[@skinnydrew8187]

No one will ever play a better anakin skywalker than Hayden !

[@StarWarsCreations]

Wow... This was absolutely insane! Safe to say this is one of the best Anakin tributes out. It flowed so well with the music, dialogue and scene selection all blending perfectly together. Loved the inclusion of CW, Rebels & Mando as well. Amazing job man, you killed it!

[@SWFT_edits]

thanks man!! glad to hear that

[@rachelprighel4409]

Me too

[@DimaDesigner]

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[@rachelprighel4409]

Ani I agree with what you said

[@djarinstar]

anakin skywalker has always been my favorite character. not because he is good or bad, but because despite all the machinery, he is human. he made so many mistakes, wrong doings, for what he was coerced into believing was right, what he chose to believe, and yet, in the end, he made a decision to save his son and redeemed himself in the process. he's a complex character and this brilliant video only confirms that. wonderful edit x

[@ollie-pn1ql]

It's so amazing that his story goes exactly the way Yoda describes it in the movies The Phantom Menace - Fear Attack Of The Clones - Anger Revenge Of The Sith - Hate A New Hope & Empire Strikes Back - Suffering Return Of The Jedi - Redemption

[@djarinstar]

@@ollie-pn1ql yes! completely agree

[@badfish064]

This video highlights why Anakin Skywalker is my favorite all-time character in Star Wars. His story is truly tragic, complex and just heartbreaking.

[@mercilesscaliber1472]

Beautiful tribute to Anakin Skywalker, man watching this got me emotional!! 😭

[@Xander0711]

Same here 😭😭

[@kaka3661able]

Heartbreaking ❤ I named my daughter leah in honour of the anakin and padme

[@iorwethlispuszczy5587]

I challenge everyone to face the truth that Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader is both the best character and one of the greatest villains ever created over a long period of time for cinema (45 years or so). I'm not gonna lie - a tear fell down by the end. Can't wait for Kenobi series.

[@evzenkastl6386]

I am sorry, but can we appreciate Palpatine? How he, basically alone managed all this to happen? He was evil yes, but imagine the odds he stayed against and won. What a badass. Even though i dont like him for doing this to anakin, HE was the true villain :)

[@SonLe-ks3kw]

i cried a lil bit too 😢

[@sh5463]

I say palp is the greatest villain in cinema. But Vader comes close

[@celestialbeez7024]

We were blessed to get an actor to take on the role of the most iconic villain in film history who absolutely nailed it and captured our hearts. Thank you Hayden 😊 much love

[@Fad3nHD]

This is a masterpiece.

[@Kai_soze]

A lot of people say Hayden isn’t a great actor but the way he portrayed Anakin was just perfect. Strong but insecure, lost, unsure of himself and naive. He was born to play the role and there won’t but another Anakin imo.

[@thechozenone4270]

Wow, this has got to be the greatest tribute to any character ever.

[@yo2585]

We need more of Anakin on the big screen! He is the star of Star Wars!

[@ALLPSkywalker]

Anakin is realy the Best character. He is perfect. Star wars is my life.

[@iSketchy]

Rest in Peace James Earl Jones. Thank you for making my childhood memorable. Your performance as Darth Vader was truly timeless.

[@q2a4studios54]

The best story ever told. Like George Lucas said, STAR WARS is the story of ANAKIN SKYWALKER and his family. In my personal opinion star wats begins with episode 1 and end with episode 6. Of course star wars offers an entire galaxy of opportunity but nothing will be so powerful and deep and perfect like 1 to 6 saga.

[@jesuissandoz7084]

I just started watching Star Wars two days ago. I binged watched the original trilogy and the prequels. And wow. What an amazing tribute to The Chosen One. He was chosen to take down the Sith and that he did at the end. He fulfilled his destiny.

[@denzelgarcia]

The most iconic villian story in movie history

[@theleovinci]

The story telling, the edit. I got chills. FINE ILL REWATCH THE ENTIRE SAGA.

[@KesslersArcade]

I really enjoyed the emphasis of how he hates the Jedi when he's doing Order 66. Also including the loss of Ashoka was important to show how much of an opening that left for Anakin to be manipulated by Palpatine. Also the way Luke turns Vader back to the Light Side was perfectly captured with the reflection of his downfall to the Dark Side. I loved it hope to see more awesome work.

[@isaiahjackson25]

The greatest modern tragic character probably of all time

[@lucassmall2028]

this tribute helps show how anakin possibly could’ve never turned and had faith in him like Luke did which helped him turn back to the light, and yes I know obi wan had faith in him but he was still concerned about anakin, Luke had full faith that anakin had good in him which lead him back to the light, and also amazing tribute

[@NoobSaibotTheWraith]

Not many edits can make me shed as many tears as this one did, Anakins story is beautiful and tragic. It’s one I will never forget and I will always remember.

[@thescandinavian2487]

The potential of Star Wars used to be so great, post Disney take over there is nothing entertaining about it, just eye rolls and heavy sighs !

[@gabrielmoreno7689]

making grown men cry. seemed long only cause memories came rushing in and just re-experiencing it all

[@BrandonT97]

I don't normally comment on youtube videos but this was one of the greatest things I've ever seen. Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader is my favorite TV character ever and this perfectly summed up all the reasons why I love him. Thank you.

[@SWFT_edits]

Thank you for such nice words. Glad you liked it!

[@Ryandushara]

This video got me in tears, Anakin has one of the craziest but great cinematic story arcs, just a work of art.

[@darthgemini4444]

Hands down the best tribute I've ever seen for Anakin. Wow.

[@chuuyaswifeee]

I love Anakin he’s literally the best character, mask or not, angry or toddler, I love him so much he’s so good at acting!! 😭

[@swstudios9374]

This was beautiful! Gave me goosebumps almost every transition! Keep up the outstanding work.

[@SWFT_edits]

Thanks!

[@galaxymednet]

This has to be the best video tribute to best character/villain ever created. To me this is the best story ever told and it changed my life at 5 years old back in 77 and still does today. I admit I cried at the end because it means so much to me and how Anakins fate was always to suffer. Long live the Skywalker Saga!!

[@kaka3661able]

We all cried What a great story

[@theknight3093]

Tell me Hayden Christensen is the best Anakin ever without telling me Hayden Christensen is the best Anakin ever this tribute:

[@ALLPSkywalker]

May the Force be with you.

[@emberplays6376]

This video was an emotional ride of hate, anger, suffering, and sadness. This video perfectly showed Anakin’s entire life... This tribute to Anakin was the most thought out and emotional thing about any Star Wars video in thee entire You Tube platform/any other platform out there!!! I could say so much more about this video! Only EXTREME Star Wars fans get the true depth of how important this video is and just how this overalled all the pain, deception, grief, anguish, anger, sadness, suffering, betrayal, loneliness, fear, of Anakin and so much more...

[@moonsorrow77]

THE GREATEST AND THE SADDEST STORY EVER TOLD ACROSS THE GALAXY..

[@giselagerstenburg5390]

How can this edit be this good! Love it!! Star wars is a story about Darth Vader, he is the main character throughout it all, and no sequels will change that!!!!!

[@curtisgriffin3573]

This makes perfect sense.. It was all about Anakin

[@SonLe-ks3kw]

truth

[@ectes]

Absoultely beautiful. Couldn't have shown us Anakin's journey in a better way.

[@Ghost11010]

I remember watching the trilogy as a kid and falling in love with it. Darth Vader was my favourite. Star Wars still holds strong in my life today in my adult years, and Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader still remains my most favoured. This tribute video is the first I've seen with footage from Clone Wars and others. Amazing job!

[@n_tha_middlew.674]

Anakin has been always been a warning tale with how to balance your emotions and use them correctly. I've definitely been where Anakin has been with my career and relationships. It's ok to feel those emotions he was feeling, but I never gave in to the dark side (definitely came close though once lol). It was important that I transmute that energy into something positive and practice the art of releasing. That's why Anakin has always been my favorite because his story is so relatable and also is a learning lesson.

[@wwyltyahc]

This edit made me realise that Anakin is one of my favouite characters from my cinematic experience 0:55 transition is breathtaking

[@claynabess6079]

i remembered how much i was in tears with Return of the Jedi, when Luke was burning his father, and Ani joined in with Ben and Yoda.. this just made my eyes bit watery again.. thanks

[@Astralwolf23]

Absolutely spectacular work. Truly moving and i loved it. Anakin’s story is such a tragedy.

[@SWFT_edits]

thank you for the kind words!

[@langstonreece7215]

the tragedy and redemption of a hero

[@Alpsonmez0]

The fact that if anakin hadnt had the visions of padme dying when she is giving birth he wouldnt be darth vader

[@Palpatine742]

He had no choice. Palpatine gave him those visions

[@Domidonia]

This montage is wonderful, it shows the story of Anakin perfectly

[@ledbeck5364]

The amount of Goosebumps I had watching this can't be told in words.

[@cristianopinheirosoares6594]

For me, being trully, anakin skywalker/darth vader Story/arc is not only the Best story of star wars, but the Best story of all the movies and series of all the time, i Love star wars

[@AstraLuna-o9i]

This is such an amazing video. Thank you for making it. Anakin is one of the greatest characters ever written.

[@Type5725]

Ok... I cried, thank you. It's so good, we can see all the story of Anakin Skywalker, all the good, bad, love and pain in him. This is a great character, it is his saga and episodes VII, VIII and IX can't exist because they are reducing to nothing his achievement. Fu** you disney, this is the Skywalker Saga.

[@copperhead2694]

That literally brought a tear to my eye! Bravo well done. Al lot people didn’t like the prequels when they came out . But for me .. I forever changed how I viewed Darth Vader. Then the clone wars series, it made you feel so as for him .

[@andresashura5550]

I don’t care if you hate or love the prequels, Anakin/ Darth Vader is the best character ever created in Star Wars

[@D4Dayta]

Episode 3 so awesome, emotional that i ever seen in any cinematic universe

[@connorphotouk161]

Saddest character arc in existence.

[@MichaelMedici61W2]

Absolutely phenomenal work… that’s all I can say. This had me crying like a baby. Best tribute video I’ve seen yet and that’s saying something

[@ytfourz]

the mortis arc shows how strong anakin really was

[@karinesolli8681]

Best character in movie history

[@Jondobacon87]

Anakin is truly the chosen one. By killing all the Jedi and Palpatine he brought balance to the force. The Jedi had forgotten what it had meant to be a Jedi and only focused on the war not knowing that they have died by the hands of fate and Palpatine. Then Anikan and killed his master to save his son. That was the moment that there was true balance in the force.

[@puggers460]

Wow I thought this would be cringe to watch but I'm sat here 7 minutes 30 seconds in astounded at what I just watched. It's amazing wonderful job!

[@isaacfigueroa2354]

I've never been a big fan of Star Wars, but I've always liked Anikan and his story and how he would have done anything to save the one he loved it's something I'd do

[@Severin69]

You like a child killer? 😂

[@Catholic17]

Absolutely 100% amazing, if you technically think about it, he did bring balance to the force

[@strayfreckles]

aaaaaah, im cRYING LIKE A BABY, this has to be one of the most impactful and well edited videos of him... the way you placed every scene along with the dialogue was just perfect. Beautiful edit

[@colton692]

Moral of the story...anakin is the focal point of the best part of the story. Explains why we love Hayden so much.

[@X_THEORDER_X]

In tears rn this was the best and most touching edit I have EVER seen. And Anakin is undoubtedly the best character ever made

[@aserel2]

Beautiful my friend, simply beautiful. Thank you.

[@jeffydude2008]

My god, this is a masterpiece. Got me hella emotional.

[@SageIdeas]

Anakin didn’t turn to the dark side, he was kept from the light

[@hello-4229]

Wow, what a line

[@aerdis3814]

Anakin is the exact definition of the fallen knight

[@Louis-rs4ly]

On my life I almost started tearing up bro I grew up watching Star Wars, this gave me such nostalgia ❤

[@TheSacuLlp]

An amazing tribute to the most important character to the Skywalker Saga. Glad it showed up in my recommendations

[@austinwoods6451]

Dude......This was 😍😍😍😍 I absolutely loved this masterpiece. I can literally show this video to anyone who doesn't have a clue as to who Anakin or Darth Vader is. And they can now learn his whole story, in literally 7 min

[@Jetzedit]

Amazing work, truly enjoyed watching this!

[@SWFT_edits]

thanks, i'm glad to hear that!

[@amytorastrm3183]

@@SWFT_edits Why was padme in episode2 on season7 of the clone wars

[@bbm4023]

@@amytorastrm3183 why not wtf

[@nTrylo]

That cut from Padme to his mother was 🔥

[@Kaff231]

WOW! 👏 This is one of the BEST videos I’ve ever seen done on a character. Flawless execution and beautifully displayed. THANK YOU for this wonderful video.

[@irrumnaaz]

Fuck me this is incredible, I'm sobbing. I really hate the sequels, I haven't watched them, if I do I think I will lose my mind, but I know what happens, and all I wanna ask is why? Why cut up a storyline that was so perfect and was then wrapped up perfectly? For me they don't exist in my mind. I don't care what anyone says, Anakin Skywalker was the Chosen One and will be forever. Like George Lucas said, "It begins with Anakin and it ends with Anakin" FULL STOP

[@allandemunnink]

This was awesome I have been waiting a long time for this moment

[@allandemunnink]

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[@allandemunnink]

I would appreciate if you could check it out SWFT

[@allandemunnink]

I have my first video that got into KZbin Shorts I would appreciate if you could check it out Thanks SWFT

[@reginaldbowers161]

Brought me chills. Wow, thank you, from a lifelong fan.

[@StormRaider14]

Amazing work! This is a perfect tribute to Anakin :)

[@SWFT_edits]

thank you!

[@michaelsanders7484]

One of the things I love most about Star Wars, depending on which era your watching, old trilogy, prequels, sequels, series, the show/film doesn’t pander to you and makes statements facts unapologetically. Ex. Ashoka: I’ve seen what those emotions can do, even to the best of us. It forces you to seek to understand and when you do, all of the pieces beautifully fit together in a harmonious synchrony of art!

[@moonreverie]

Outstanding tribute for an outstanding character💖💖💖

[@SWFT_edits]

thanks!

[@AbigailsUniverse]

wow, as a Star Wars fan and shifter, this is one of the most beautiful things I have seen. I'm speechless

[@doubleohryo7606]

Wow... just... wow... That was absolutely incredible to watch! Start to finish, absolutely fantastic! I loved how everything tied in and helps strengthen Anakin's story overall, a story of a fallen legend's redemption... from his humble beginnings to his time as a Jedi, to his turn to the Dark side... well, suffice to say, this was great to watch! 10/10

[@FPLTempo]

Amazing edit! What a journey Lucas takes us on with Anakin. From a young and kind boy to a cruel and evil man, redeemed by saving his son - I can’t think of a more iconic character.

[@Rose-eo7od]

I love this so much- this is like an actual trailer to Star Wars, I would freak out every second, this is the best tribute ever!

[@sidneyn.gonzalez1067]

Tears. what a movie

[@zackaryen8322]

This is the best Anakin Skywalker tribute video I have ever seen. I can't watch it without starting to cry at some point. Truly worthy for the main character of Star Wars. Thank you for creating this crown jewel of a video. This and your Kenobi video are my "trailers" while waiting for May 27th.

[@l03j27]

Star Wars is worth fighting for. It’s worth preserving from the twisted, malicious mess that it has been changed into. This story is amazing

[@E.D_7210]

I found his turn so sad. I'm a newer fan watching the movies in chronological order and I had grown to love anakin despite me knowing about his turn beforehand because I only know snipets of the movies but i still was so devastated when he fully turned.

[@abigailtrumbo178]

I used to think so too, but now that I’m older I think he had to. The Jedi in the story were politicized, controlling, and literally blind. They themselves were turning because they had been in positions of power for so long unquestioned. The order couldn’t go on the way it was and losing their system and power ended up allowing the real good to come out in the Jedi!

[@kaka3661able]

Welcome to the club buddy Anakin skywalker is such a deep character.All the pain and insecurities of losing those he loved turned him dark

[@E.D_7210]

@kaka3661able it's been two years lol

[@scrappycappie6599]

This is the best video ive ever watched

[@julianrossi7607]

Must admit i shared a couple of tears watching this... great work

[@xochilta7126]

holy FREAK this is AMAZING! GREAT JOB SERIOUSLY!!!!