A scene from Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi 1983
Darth Vader

[Luke surrenders himself to Darth Vader.]

The Emperor has been expecting you.

Luke Skywalker

I know, father.

Darth Vader

So, you have accepted the truth?

Luke Skywalker

I've accepted the truth that you were once Anakin Skywalker, my father.

Darth Vader

[firmly]

That name no longer has any meaning for me!

Luke Skywalker

It is the name of your true self. You've only forgotten. I know there is good in you. The Emperor hasn't driven it from you fully. [steps off to the side of the passageway, away from Vader] That was why you couldn't destroy me. That's why you won't bring me to your Emperor now.

Darth Vader

[Vader turns on Luke's lightsaber and holds it up]

I see you have constructed a new lightsaber. Your skills are complete. Indeed you are powerful, as the Emperor has foreseen. [turns off the lightsaber again]

Luke Skywalker

Come with me!

Darth Vader

Obi-Wan once thought as you do. You don't know the power of the Dark Side! I must obey my master.

Luke Skywalker

I will not turn. And you'll be forced to kill me.

Darth Vader

If that is your destiny.

Luke Skywalker

Search your feelings, father. You can't do this. I feel the conflict within you!

Darth Vader

There is no conflict.

Luke Skywalker

Let go of your hate!

Darth Vader

It is... too late for me, son. The Emperor will show you the true nature of the Force. He is your master now.

Luke Skywalker

[resigned]

Then my father is truly dead.

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