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Anakin's so handsome that he's not stifled by his small scar.
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But the pull of the dark side (and some pesky lava)...
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...Cause disfigurement that requires more than just a little coverup.
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The caboose of George Lucas' money train has arrived at the station. Emotionally, "Revenge of the Sith" has greater depth than some of the series, and that core is reflected superficially. What makes Anakin go to the "Darth" side? Problem skin, that's what. A small scar leads to disfiguring deformity and a potential hero's esteem is shattered. Though the concept that a bad epidermis indicates an evil dude has persisted since a long time ago and far, far away, anyone with an ongoing need to see a dermatologist is aware of the psychological effect of abnormal skin. Psoriasis, acne, and scars may not turn people into planet destroying monsters, but neither do they promote much desire to save the galaxy. Fortunately, "Star Wars" features examples of defective heroic skin as well, from Harrison Ford's scar, to Ewan MacGregor's multiple moles, to Yoda's Botox-deprived furrows. If only Anakin realized that even decently paid actors can have imperfect skin, perhaps he would scrap his plans for the Death Star and plan instead to be a movie star.
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