STAR WARS

More Droid Lies

Obviously frustrated with Threepio's bumbling attempts at subterfuge, R2 plays part of the message he is carrying. The loop he chooses is perfect - it contains a plea for help and the name 'Obi-Wan Kenobi'.

These two bots are brilliant! This ploy works on several levels. First, it creates a diversion away from direct conversation about the Rebellion, keeping Threepio from inadvertantly spilling any more of the beans. Second, it brings out of Luke a confirmation of Kenobi's presence. Lastly it sets an enticing lure for Threepio to once again "influence" Luke. But first, more lies;

We are constantly presented with the situation of Threepio acting as interpreter for R2. Who knows what that little freak is saying at any given moment. This is a good example. We get to see the second little Laurel and Hardy schtick in Luke's presence. Is R2 in fact coaching Threepio?

And Threepio's story at this point is that he doesn't know what Leia looks like? Reeeaaaallly...

Threepio manages to give away some critical info about Kenobi, but tries to leave the escape clause of a malfunctioning robot open. Protocol droid indeed.

Luke takes the bait, revealing he know's of Ben (score another point for the droids), and he's supposed to be a hermit. I dare say he manuevers well in Mos Eisley for a hermit...