The Rey Kenobi Files

spacebaby45678 wrote:
I’ve been wondering about Obi-Wan using Rey’s name since learning about them using Alec Guinness’ voice for tfa.

Let’s take a look at all characters who (somehow) interact with Rey in tfa and their (initial) reaction to who she is:

Finn: [My name is] “Finn, what’s yours?”

Han: “You got a name?”

Kylo Ren: “What girl?”

Maz: “Who’s the girl?”

Obi-Wan Kenobi [subtitles]: “Rey?”

Leia: “Han told me about the girl.”

Luke [script]:  He doesn’t need to ask her who she is, or what she’s doing here.



So the only two characters who don’t need to ask her who she is are Luke and Obi-Wan and the only character who USES Rey’s name WITHOUT EVEN ASKING HER ABOUT IT is Obi-Wan! This is important - there is no denying it!

I know, it’s just a vision. But names ARE a big deal in tfa. Finn has none to begin with and is later named by Poe. Ben changed his name to Kylo Ren.

That interrogation mark suggests that Obi-Wan somehow suddenly recognizes Rey’s presence WITHIN the Force (vision). That chapter of the movie is even called “Visions in the Force”. IN the force.

Finn and Han just ask Rey about her name whereas Maz and Leia at least get the feeling that there is something special about her concerning the ways of the Force. (Concerning Kylo’s initial reaction I think he only knows about “a girl” from a vision he had himself but that’s just my opinion.)

Think about it - the general audience was NOT supposed to recognize the complexity of the Force vision’s background noises at once (not to mention the subtitles or the script) but only after some time has passed!

It’s meant to be a slow process. It’s perfect!

LastCrusadeLeft wrote:It would be hilarious if it turns out that the only main character whose name we thought to be certain (Finn and Kylo both having pseudonyms) turns out to be fake.
But I think when you're old enough to keep your hairstyle the way it is for all these years you would also remember your correct name.
Besides, just imagine all this merchandising with her name on it and the trouble of fragmenting Alec Guinness words only to reveal that it wasn't her REAL name after all? Nah!

Speaking of Rey's hairstyle: I think it's the most telling piece of her past until now. When I was 5 or even 8 years old my mother would braid my hair the way she braided hers and I loved it! Whoever gave her the three buns - he/she did it not just once! And that means she has been loved.

spacebaby45678 wrote:

LastCrusadeLeft wrote:It would be hilarious if it turns out that the only main character whose name we thought to be certain (Finn and Kylo both having pseudonyms) turns out to be fake.
But I think when you're old enough to keep your hairstyle the way it is for all these years you would also remember your correct name.
Besides, just imagine all this merchandising with her name on it and the trouble of fragmenting Alec Guinness words only to reveal that it wasn't her REAL name after all? Nah!

Speaking of Rey's hairstyle: I think it's the most telling piece of her past until now. When I was 5 or even 8 years old my mother would braid my hair the way she braided hers and I loved it! Whoever gave her the three buns - he/she did it not just once! And that means she has been loved.

@LastCrusadeLeft

That is such a great insight. I too think Rey was loved... she has memories of being warm. By the way welcome!

LastCrusadeLeft wrote:It would be hilarious if it turns out that the only main character whose name we thought to be certain (Finn and Kylo both having pseudonyms) turns out to be fake.
But I think when you're old enough to keep your hairstyle the way it is for all these years you would also remember your correct name.
Besides, just imagine all this merchandising with her name on it and the trouble of fragmenting Alec Guinness words only to reveal that it wasn't her REAL name after all? Nah!

Speaking of Rey's hairstyle: I think it's the most telling piece of her past until now. When I was 5 or even 8 years old my mother would braid my hair the way she braided hers and I loved it! Whoever gave her the three buns - he/she did it not just once! And that means she has been loved.

spacebaby45678 wrote:

The Red String of Fate (simplified Chinese: 姻缘红线; traditional Chinese: 姻緣紅線; pinyin: Yīnyuán hóngxiàn), also referred to as the Red String of Marriage, and other variants, is an East Asian belief originating from Chinese legend. According to this myth, the gods tie an invisible red cord around the ankles of those that are destined to meet one another in a certain situation or help each other in a certain way. Often, in Japanese culture, it is thought to be tied around the little finger. According to Chinese legend, the deity in charge of "the red thread" is believed to be Yuè Xià Lǎorén (月下老人), often abbreviated to Yuè Lǎo (月老), the old lunar matchmaker god, who is in charge of marriages.

The two people connected by the red thread are destined lovers, regardless of place, time, or circumstances. This magical cord may stretch or tangle, but never break. This myth is similar to the Western concept of soulmate or a destined flame.

spacebaby45678 wrote:

spacebaby45678 wrote:

The Red String of Fate (simplified Chinese: 姻缘红线; traditional Chinese: 姻緣紅線; pinyin: Yīnyuán hóngxiàn), also referred to as the Red String of Marriage, and other variants, is an East Asian belief originating from Chinese legend. According to this myth, the gods tie an invisible red cord around the ankles of those that are destined to meet one another in a certain situation or help each other in a certain way. Often, in Japanese culture, it is thought to be tied around the little finger. According to Chinese legend, the deity in charge of "the red thread" is believed to be Yuè Xià Lǎorén (月下老人), often abbreviated to Yuè Lǎo (月老), the old lunar matchmaker god, who is in charge of marriages.

The two people connected by the red thread are destined lovers, regardless of place, time, or circumstances. This magical cord may stretch or tangle, but never break. This myth is similar to the Western concept of soulmate or a destined flame.

@spacebaby45678

spacebaby45678 wrote:

It was Obi & Anakin whose destiny/fates where intertwined, to me this is one of John Williams best. The Duel of Fates... this time we are going to get a happier ending... I can't wait to hear what John William writes for EP8 & 9

spacebaby45678 wrote:“Rey grew up in the wastes of the desert planet Jakku, where she was left by her family for reasons unknown to her. Despite the harsh realities of Jakku, Rey remained optimistic for her family’s return and compassionate towards others. ”

TheBastardofMandalore wrote:OMG! Reywalkers still exist! They're out there...I made the mistake of meandering into the comments section of a ScreenRant SW Facebook post regarding Rey. Let me just say I cannot unsee what I have seen.

TheBastardofMandalore wrote:OMG! Reywalkers still exist! They're out there...I made the mistake of meandering into the comments section of a ScreenRant SW Facebook post regarding Rey. Let me just say I cannot unsee what I have seen.

Kyla Ren wrote:

TheBastardofMandalore wrote:OMG! Reywalkers still exist! They're out there...I made the mistake of meandering into the comments section of a ScreenRant SW Facebook post regarding Rey. Let me just say I cannot unsee what I have seen.

@TheBastardofMandalore

Oh, yeah, Reywalkers definitely still exist.  So do Reysoloists or whatever they're called.  Some people will probably be clinging to those theories right up to TLJ's release and maybe even beyond.  They just don't want to let go of Rey being Reylated.

BTW, that kitty is adorable.  Is that a Scottish fold?

TheBastardofMandalore wrote:

Kyla Ren wrote:

TheBastardofMandalore wrote:OMG! Reywalkers still exist! They're out there...I made the mistake of meandering into the comments section of a ScreenRant SW Facebook post regarding Rey. Let me just say I cannot unsee what I have seen.

@TheBastardofMandalore

Oh, yeah, Reywalkers definitely still exist.  So do Reysoloists or whatever they're called.  Some people will probably be clinging to those theories right up to TLJ's release and maybe even beyond.  They just don't want to let go of Rey being Reylated.

BTW, that kitty is adorable.  Is that a Scottish fold?

@Kyla Ren

LOL, I know right. I can still see them being in total denial mode even after TLJ's release. I have to admit though I am looking forward to the meltdown online after the truth is revealed.

Yes, yes it is! Scottish Folds are so expressive.