directed by: Irvin Kershner, year: 1980
actors: Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher

The Empire Strikes Back is the second film in the original Star Wars trilogy, directed by Irvin Kershner and released in 1980. The story continues the adventures of Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, and Princess Leia as they battle the evil Galactic Empire led by Darth Vader. After the Rebels are brutally overpowered on the ice planet Hoth, Luke journeys to Dagobah in search of Yoda. Meanwhile, Han and Leia escape Imperial forces, and their relationship deepens.

Betrayal, Redemption, Rebellion, Destiny, Mentorship