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Solid picks, and it’s hard to argue with any of those. Vader’s entrance really does set the tone for the entire saga in just a few seconds, no dialogue needed. Leia’s attitude is another great shout, because it quietly breaks the fairy-tale princess mold long before that was common. The Obi-Wan vs Vader duel is especially interesting in hindsight; it’s restrained, tense, and very character-driven. I’d probably add the Death Star trench run as an honorable mention, just for how perfectly it blends character stakes, music, and editing. Episode IV really nails iconic moments without overdoing them.