Irony is a difficult concept to teach. So, here’s where I help you out.

If you ever have to teach high school English class, here’s how you show the kids what “irony” means:

(from the IMDB; emphasis mine)

(George) Lucas admits the final part of the opening trilogy marks the end of an era in his career – and he now plans to stop making successful films. He says, “I’m going to make movies nobody wants to see. I’ve earned the right to fail.”