The Anakin Padme 4 Panel meme is derived from a scene in the 2002 film Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones. During a picnic on Naboo, Anakin Skywalker discusses his views on galactic governance with Padmé Amidala, leading to a tension-filled exchange about dictatorship. The meme format exploded in popularity in 2021, typically featuring Anakin making a controversial or ominous statement followed by Padmé asking for clarification—hoping he is joking—only to be met with a silent, menacing stare. It has since become the definitive internet template for depicting realization or concern when a situation takes a dark or unexpected turn.