The 'Subtle Foreshadowing' meme is a sarcastic take on heavy-handed literary or cinematic devices where future events are teased in an extremely obvious manner. While it often references the iconic Star Wars: Episode I poster—where young Anakin Skywalker casts a shadow in the unmistakable shape of Darth Vader—the meme has evolved to cover any situation where a 'twist' is painfully clear from the start. Internet users employ this template to mock predictable storytelling, political developments, or life choices that have an inevitable conclusion. It serves as a humorous commentary on the lack of subtlety in modern media and the often-transparent nature of 'surprise' reveals.