Hi everyone! I've been lurking round these parts for quite some time...and I thought I'd share with you an admittedly radical idea I've had for ROTJ, one which *might* not be very well received, as it does take emphasis (and perhaps prominence) away from the original trilogy, but hey, I'll give it a shot!
This idea hinges on bringing all six movies together into a cohesive unit, utilizing ideas 'established' (yeah, I know...) in the prequels. It's an idea for the finale, which, for all its group-shot photo op charm, has always struck me as a weak conclusion, particularly serving as an end to the entire saga. What may not sit well with many is the fact that, rather than eliminating Hayden from ROTJ, I want to expand on the idea of using this younger incarnation of Anakin's spirit...
Basically my thought is to conclude the story on the image of Anakin and Padme reunited and embraced, with their children present and looking on (both of them!)....Don't boo me off the stage yet! Lemme continue rambling for a bit...This idea stems from (at least my interpretation of) Padme's death in ROTS. The whole 'broken heart' line uttered is really just a (perhaps superfluous) reiteration of 'we don't know'. Padme's life force (forgive me) had become intertwined with that of Anakin, due to his immense power as the Chosen One, and his overwhelming emotional attachment to her. Thus when Anakin 'died', so too did Padme.
Following through to the end of the proceeding trilogy with this idea of death and resurrection, not to mention the motif of redemption through love, it seems appropriate to me that Padme should also have a manifest resurrected form, and that Anakin be at last allowed to experience true happiness with his family. Luke AND Leia. It always bothered me that Leia doesn't seem to notice her father as Luke does, and this would be a nice conclusion following her conversation she had about her mother.
Now, I can foresee problems with this. As mentioned, this could take away from the accomplishments of Luke (and the rest of the OT crew). And unless handled delicately, it could turn out completely 'un-star-warsian', and an overload of cheese. Also the fact that many have problems with the characterizations of the prequel characters (myself included), and that instead of being moved by a glimpse of them, it could just leave a bad taste in the mouth.
I believe I'll end this rambling post now. Tell me what you think, and be gentle! I'm new!