An archive is a repository for objects that have either gained value over time, or that are now recognised to contain value. I think some of the thoughts-or memories that we store in our subconscious can also act as a type of archive, because these ‘objects’ become pregnant with a particular type of historical value that is normally called nostalgia. In the case of my Star Wars obsession, this nostalgia for a science-fiction adventure movie series is imbedded in the geeky awe I felt when I first saw Star Wars.  Who can forget that moment when Darth Vader first slithered onto the decks of the Deathstar in Star Wars IV? Music is also a powerful catalyst for nostalgia: I remember being as obsessed with the music score as I was for the films; it was all part of this overwhelming and awe-inspiring cinematic experience: as a kid, whenever I heard the Star Wars’ theme on the radio I’d stop whatever it was that I was doing and listen with the utmost focus. I still get a certain feeling of dread when I hear Darth Vader’s Imperial March theme:  duh duh duh doo da duh doo da duh…