In Return of the Jedi, Princess Leia takes on both the role of temptress and goddess. I don’t think I’ve ever heard of an ugly goddess, though my knowledge of the subject is admittedly flawed. In her capacity as temptress, Leia uses her femininity to motivate both Han and Luke, especially against one another. Competing for her affection, they attempt to outdo the other, thereby further completing their quest to save the galaxy. She tempts Luke away from his training with Yoda when Jabba captures her. Her golden bikini serves to show her as a sex object, increasing the rush of “gold” to the heads of her captors. This blatant personification of the concept of the “temptress” is far from ignorable. The rivalry continues until Luke figures out that Leia is his sister. After a moment of awkwardness, in which he no doubt recalls the passionate kiss they shared, he comprehends the bond he had previously misunderstood. It is this revelation that changes Leia’s role for Luke, from temptress to goddess.
Solo, on the other hand, views Leia as both a goddess and a temptress… "Goddress"? His frustrated romantic interest toward her is obvious; his irritation at her hidden motives and stubborn personality shows often. His love for her helps him transform from a swashbuckling mercenary to an out and out action hero.
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