Ep 7: Heroes and Villains - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone & Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff highlight Heroes & Villains in two classic pieces of work. Beginning with light banter, Heather presents Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.

Heather offers a summary of the work, going over the poor treatment of main character Harry Potter by teachers, adoptive parents, and school bullies.  Heroes Harry, Ron, and Hermione overcome great odds and defeat evil they have been destined to combat.  Heather offers her candid thoughts on writer J.K. Rowling’s recent fall from grace in the public eye, and a hopeful look at how to enjoy the Harry Potter series while holding Rowling accountable for hate-speech. 

Did you know?  In England, the original title is Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s stone.  Rumor has it that the word “Philosopher” would be too bland for American children and the switch was made to “Sorcerer”.

In the second presentation, Jeff summarizes the globally celebrated classic Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back.  Explained in colorful detail, Jeff pulls iconic quotes from Jedi master Yoda, relating how heroism isn’t defined by violence or impulsiveness.  Rather, a true hero draws his power from peace.  Jeff gives light production notes from the filming

Fun Fact!  During the filming of the “I am your father” scene, Darth Vader actor David Prowse delivered the line “Obi-Wan killed your father”.  The line was changed in post production to keep the secret until the film premiered.

Tune in to hear Jeff and Heather’s candid thoughts on the masterpiece scenes of each story, how Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone and Star Wars Episode 5: The Empire Strikes Back compare, and how Jeff and Heather relate to aspects of each. Share this episode with anyone who you think would enjoy it and let us know who your favorite Heroes and Villains are! 

Heather’s Rating of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone: Super Nice – The book that inspired a generation to read and to be inspired by wonder.  A must read for any age

Jeff’s Rating of The Last Of Us:  Super Nice – Arguably the best movie in the series and one of the best movies of all time.  A cultural phenomenon till this day, and ingrained in history.

Watch Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back here www.disneyplus.com

Pick up Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone here: https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/books/harry-potter-and-the-sorcerer-s-stone-by-j-k-rowling/

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