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Why Padmé Amidala is Star Wars’ Best Character
“No, I call it aggressive negotiations”
Thunderdome is a FanFare series where our writers good-naturedly debate some matter of pop culture and then leave it to the readers to decide. Read each post and vote at the bottom!The Star Wars universe features many fantastic characters, no matter which sequel of movies you think is the best. From the deliciously sinister Palpatine to the legendary Obi-Wan Kenobi to the intuitive powers of Rey, it’s stiff competition for the title of “best” Star Wars character.
Amidst the swirling of lightsabers and testosterone-filled male swagger, it might be easy to overlook Padmé Amidala. But have no doubt, she is indeed worthy of being crowned Star Wars’ best character.
Played by none other than the beautiful and talented Natalie Portman, Padmé is a force to be reckoned with. With powerful titles like Queen and Senator of Naboo, she doesn’t need the Force to be a brilliant and inspiring leader.
Prying Padmé’s character away from bad scriptwriting — sorry Lucas, writing romance just isn’t your forte — we find a brave champion for all that is good in the universe. With a kind heart and an unwavering dedication to doing the right thing, Padmé is the Queen we’d…
