The late Carrie Fisher was one of the prime contributors to the success of Star Wars. She along with Mark Hamill and Harrison Ford impressed the fans with the iconic Star Wars Original Trilogy. The late actress returned to the franchise after three decades in 2015’s Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
Sadly, Carrie Fisher did not have a pleasant return to the epic space opera franchise. She realized a major issue female physique in Hollywood. The Princess Leia fame was disheartened to see the industry being so appearance-driven even after so many years.
Carrie Fisher in a still from Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens | Lucasfilm Ltd.
Presently, the late actress has once again been subjected to headlines after her close friend and musician James Blunt made some disappointing revelations. He admitted that Fisher had intense pressure to meet the physical demands of the Sequel Trilogy.
Carrie Fisher...
Sadly, Carrie Fisher did not have a pleasant return to the epic space opera franchise. She realized a major issue female physique in Hollywood. The Princess Leia fame was disheartened to see the industry being so appearance-driven even after so many years.
Carrie Fisher in a still from Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens | Lucasfilm Ltd.
Presently, the late actress has once again been subjected to headlines after her close friend and musician James Blunt made some disappointing revelations. He admitted that Fisher had intense pressure to meet the physical demands of the Sequel Trilogy.
Carrie Fisher...
- 5/30/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
George Lucas’ Star Wars franchise is not just a series of films and TV series but a giant sandbox of a universe that has so many intriguing characters and storylines that almost everyone can relate to it. The series blends several genres into its stories, there‘s a little bit of everything for everyone. Moreover, the lore of The Jedis vs The Sithlords in a faraway galactic empire is what has appealed to the franchise’s fans the most.
A still from The Acolyte trailer. Credits: Lucasfilm Ltd.
Even though the recent films have not performed well at the box office, the TV Series has captivated the fans. As a result, the franchise is focusing more on its TV series production and came up with a new series, The Acolyte. However, its creator had some strong words to share as she addressed the toxic fan base of the sci-fi franchise.
A still from The Acolyte trailer. Credits: Lucasfilm Ltd.
Even though the recent films have not performed well at the box office, the TV Series has captivated the fans. As a result, the franchise is focusing more on its TV series production and came up with a new series, The Acolyte. However, its creator had some strong words to share as she addressed the toxic fan base of the sci-fi franchise.
- 5/30/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Over the years, the Star Wars franchise has seen many famous actors play many iconic characters. While many faces have stayed consistent, some characters have been played by many different actors at different points in their lives. From Hans Solo to Lando Calrissian, no character seems to be exempt.
Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader I LucasFilm
However, there was one character that was originally played by a completely different actor. While the actor passed away many years ago, had he still been alive, he would have been celebrating his 119th birthday today. On this occasion, let’s take a look back at how he contributed to the franchise.
Star Wars Actor Would Have Turned 119
Sebastian Shaw was an iconic part of Hollywood in the 20th century. He starred in various well-known projects like The Spy in Black, It Happened Here, High Season, and Men Are Not Gods. His...
Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader I LucasFilm
However, there was one character that was originally played by a completely different actor. While the actor passed away many years ago, had he still been alive, he would have been celebrating his 119th birthday today. On this occasion, let’s take a look back at how he contributed to the franchise.
Star Wars Actor Would Have Turned 119
Sebastian Shaw was an iconic part of Hollywood in the 20th century. He starred in various well-known projects like The Spy in Black, It Happened Here, High Season, and Men Are Not Gods. His...
- 5/29/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Portraying the role of Princess Leia in the Star Wars film series, Carrie Fisher has become one of the most legendary pop culture icons. The actress, who starred alongside Mark Hamill and Harrison Ford in the film series, captivated the audience with her charm and her on-screen chemistry with Han Solo. However, things behind the scenes were far more complex.
Carrie Fisher and Harrison Ford | Credit: Lucasfilm
In her memoir The Princess Diarist, the actress revealed her whirlwind affair with Ford while filming the 1977 film A New Hope. She revealed that they had a brief fling for three months, however, she always felt that her love for her co-star was unreciprocated, while wondering if Ford ever truly understood the depth of her feelings for him.
Carrie Fisher Had a Brief Affair While Filming Star Wars: Episode I
Carrie Fisher opened up about her brief relationship with her Star Wars co-star Harrison Ford in her memoir,...
Carrie Fisher and Harrison Ford | Credit: Lucasfilm
In her memoir The Princess Diarist, the actress revealed her whirlwind affair with Ford while filming the 1977 film A New Hope. She revealed that they had a brief fling for three months, however, she always felt that her love for her co-star was unreciprocated, while wondering if Ford ever truly understood the depth of her feelings for him.
Carrie Fisher Had a Brief Affair While Filming Star Wars: Episode I
Carrie Fisher opened up about her brief relationship with her Star Wars co-star Harrison Ford in her memoir,...
- 5/29/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Carrie Fisher was one of the pioneering members of the trio that led the original Star Wars trilogy. Her character Princess Leia was a far cry from the damsel in distress characters that Hollywood usually gave to women. She was the leader of the Rebel Alliance and was hell-bent on bringing down The Empire.
Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia in Return of the Jedi | Lucasfilm
The original trilogy ended with Return of the Jedi in 1983. The actress reprised her role in 2015’s Star Wars: The Force Awakens. In addition to being nervous about playing the beloved character after 30 years, one annoying demand made Fisher furious about Hollywood’s obsession with the perfect lean physique for women.
Carrie Fisher Was Pissed At Being Asked to Lose Weight For Her Return as Princess Leia Carrie Fisher felt anxious while returning to play Princess Leia in The Force Awakens | Lucasfilm
Carrie Fisher returned to the Star Wars franchise,...
Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia in Return of the Jedi | Lucasfilm
The original trilogy ended with Return of the Jedi in 1983. The actress reprised her role in 2015’s Star Wars: The Force Awakens. In addition to being nervous about playing the beloved character after 30 years, one annoying demand made Fisher furious about Hollywood’s obsession with the perfect lean physique for women.
Carrie Fisher Was Pissed At Being Asked to Lose Weight For Her Return as Princess Leia Carrie Fisher felt anxious while returning to play Princess Leia in The Force Awakens | Lucasfilm
Carrie Fisher returned to the Star Wars franchise,...
- 5/28/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
R2-D2 is a curious character in "Star Wars" lore. It's a three-foot-tall trashcan-shaped high-tech utility knife on wheels, most often used as a navigational computer (it can be plugged into the navigational systems of small spacecraft), and only communicating using a series of beeps and computerized chirping noises. Other characters talk to R2-D2 as if it's a human being, and indeed, some of its computer language sounds a little bit like a human voice, but one might be able to question if R2-D2 possesses consciousness.
R2's sounds were provided by long-term "Star Wars" sound designer and editor Ben Burtt, and in multiple "Star Wars" films, actor Kenny Baker operated R2's moving parts from within. The human touch leads many to rest assured that R2 is indeed a conscious being with feelings and memories beyond mere computational storage. R2's consciousness was reinforced in the 1985 animated TV series "Droids,...
R2's sounds were provided by long-term "Star Wars" sound designer and editor Ben Burtt, and in multiple "Star Wars" films, actor Kenny Baker operated R2's moving parts from within. The human touch leads many to rest assured that R2 is indeed a conscious being with feelings and memories beyond mere computational storage. R2's consciousness was reinforced in the 1985 animated TV series "Droids,...
- 5/28/2024
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
He may have created Star Wars, one of the most beloved sci-fi properties in history, but filmmaker George Lucas has a complicated relationship with the franchise's fans.
Whether it's the prequels which were deemed a let-down by original trilogy devotees or the fact he made sweeping changes to those classic movies with various re-releases, Lucas has long clashed with admirers of his work.
New technology saw him frequently make sweeping changes to A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi. Those ranged from blinking Ewoks to a massively overhauled Death Star battle, and even Darth Vader screaming "Noooo!" as he threw Emperor Palpatine to his temporary death (Hayden Christensen was even inserted into Episode VI's final scene).
Perhaps the biggest issue, though, was the fact the original versions of Star Wars are now near-impossible to find.
Talking at Cannes last week, Lucas defended his decision to...
Whether it's the prequels which were deemed a let-down by original trilogy devotees or the fact he made sweeping changes to those classic movies with various re-releases, Lucas has long clashed with admirers of his work.
New technology saw him frequently make sweeping changes to A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi. Those ranged from blinking Ewoks to a massively overhauled Death Star battle, and even Darth Vader screaming "Noooo!" as he threw Emperor Palpatine to his temporary death (Hayden Christensen was even inserted into Episode VI's final scene).
Perhaps the biggest issue, though, was the fact the original versions of Star Wars are now near-impossible to find.
Talking at Cannes last week, Lucas defended his decision to...
- 5/27/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Update: Comscore has just released the official box office results for the 4-day Memorial Day holiday weekend, and despite some box office pundits predicting that The Garfield Movie would top Furiosa, in the end the George Miller epic was able to hold on to a narrow lead. Comscore has Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga earning $32 million compared to Garfield‘s $31.1 million. However, it should be noted that The Garfield Movie only cost about a third of what Furiosa did, so it’s unlikely distributor Sony Pictures will chalk up a loss on this one.
Furiosa will depend heavily on foreign receipts if it’s going to break even, with the movie grossing $33 million internationally. Mad Max: Fury Road made a total of $379 million worldwide, a number that the prequel will likely have a hard time equalling unless word of mouth and repeat business are strong. The silver lining for...
Furiosa will depend heavily on foreign receipts if it’s going to break even, with the movie grossing $33 million internationally. Mad Max: Fury Road made a total of $379 million worldwide, a number that the prequel will likely have a hard time equalling unless word of mouth and repeat business are strong. The silver lining for...
- 5/27/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
Steven Spielberg and George Lucas are the Hollywood duo who have had a significant cultural impact with their creative partnership on franchises like Indiana Jones. After the 1981 film Raiders of the Lost Ark, Lucas reportedly wanted to continue their collaborative journey with the third installment in the epic space opera, Return of the Jedi.
Return of the Jedi (image credit: LucasFilm)
Lucas had stepped away from the director’s chair after Episode I – A New Hope. After Irvin Kershner helmed the sequel, he sought Spielberg with the offer to direct the third installment of his epic space opera. However, his plans did not come to fruition due to Lucas’ feud and Spielberg’s association with the Directors Guild of America.
Steven Spielberg Could Not Direct Episode VI – Return of the Jedi
Following their successful collaboration on Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark, Star Wars: Episode VI seemed like an...
Return of the Jedi (image credit: LucasFilm)
Lucas had stepped away from the director’s chair after Episode I – A New Hope. After Irvin Kershner helmed the sequel, he sought Spielberg with the offer to direct the third installment of his epic space opera. However, his plans did not come to fruition due to Lucas’ feud and Spielberg’s association with the Directors Guild of America.
Steven Spielberg Could Not Direct Episode VI – Return of the Jedi
Following their successful collaboration on Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark, Star Wars: Episode VI seemed like an...
- 5/27/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
“What do you people out there want?!” a Warner Bros. executive might be forgiven for asking after arguably the worst Memorial Day weekend box office in 40 years. Despite Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga opening to glowing reviews, glitzy standing ovations at the Cannes Film Festival, and as part of a revered IP franchise whose last installment is considered one the best summer movies ever—Mad Max: Fury Road is a six-time Oscar winner!—the prequel’s box office still marked the lowest debut for a number one Memorial Day release since Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. And that came out in 1984.
Estimated to have grossed $31 million over the four-day weekend (and a meager $25 over the three-day) Furiosa’s first weekend box office bow is playing in the same neighborhood as when Harrison Ford’s archaeologist went to India and and Luke Skywalker fighting Darth Vader was considered a novelty.
Estimated to have grossed $31 million over the four-day weekend (and a meager $25 over the three-day) Furiosa’s first weekend box office bow is playing in the same neighborhood as when Harrison Ford’s archaeologist went to India and and Luke Skywalker fighting Darth Vader was considered a novelty.
- 5/27/2024
- by David Crow
- Den of Geek
Created by George Lucas, the Star Wars franchise is one of the most epic sagas ever told. From the fall of Anakin Skywalker to Luke Skywalker’s eventual defeat of the Emperor, it is a classic tale of good vs evil. As a result, it is obvious that the saga required a compelling antagonist and the Sith Lord Palpatine might just be one of the best villains in the franchise.
Ian McDiarmid’s Palpatine is arguably the greatest villain in Star Wars (Image Credits: Lucasfilm).
Despite his cunning personality, Vader’s master failed to hold on to power and eventually faced defeat. As a result, fans of the franchise got together to discuss the various mistakes the Emperor made in his quest for total domination over the galaxy far, far away. In the process, the fan debate proved how Palpatine’s blunders were responsible for his downfall, and here is...
Ian McDiarmid’s Palpatine is arguably the greatest villain in Star Wars (Image Credits: Lucasfilm).
Despite his cunning personality, Vader’s master failed to hold on to power and eventually faced defeat. As a result, fans of the franchise got together to discuss the various mistakes the Emperor made in his quest for total domination over the galaxy far, far away. In the process, the fan debate proved how Palpatine’s blunders were responsible for his downfall, and here is...
- 5/26/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
George Lucas’ epic Star Wars franchise took the world by storm for its creator’s genius in visualizing an unforgettable sci-fi fantasy world. The prequels and sequels that covered decades of cinema saw stars like Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, and Mark Hamill go down in history as evergreen Hollywood actors.
A still from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi (image credit: LucasFilm)
While it is common knowledge that the films required a high level of technical expertise and research to bring to life, certain scenes proved to be extremely challenging for members of the cast. Fisher in particular, recalled a seriously cringeworthy segment with the huge alien Jabba the Hutt in Return of the Jedi, for which she got her revenge later.
Carrie Fisher Had the Last Laugh After This Challenging Star Wars Scene
Judging by the massive scale of George Lucas’ Star Wars saga, it goes without saying that...
A still from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi (image credit: LucasFilm)
While it is common knowledge that the films required a high level of technical expertise and research to bring to life, certain scenes proved to be extremely challenging for members of the cast. Fisher in particular, recalled a seriously cringeworthy segment with the huge alien Jabba the Hutt in Return of the Jedi, for which she got her revenge later.
Carrie Fisher Had the Last Laugh After This Challenging Star Wars Scene
Judging by the massive scale of George Lucas’ Star Wars saga, it goes without saying that...
- 5/26/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
The early box office results are in over at Deadline, and oh boy, are they dire or what? As of right now, George Miller’s Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga seems poised to win the weekend by a razor’s edge, with it on track for a three-day gross in the range of $27-28 million and about $31 million for the four-day Memorial Day weekend. The Garfield Movie is right behind with $24 million, with Deadline predicting that it could theoretically win the four-day weekend thanks to matinees on Monday. It is set to make $30-32 million over the holiday. We had predicted $40 million for Furiosa and $35 million for Garfield.
It has to be said, the box office take this Memorial Day weekend is an all-out disaster. How bad is it? Whichever movie wins, Furiosa or The Garfield Movie, the winner will have the lowest Memorial Day gross for a movie in...
It has to be said, the box office take this Memorial Day weekend is an all-out disaster. How bad is it? Whichever movie wins, Furiosa or The Garfield Movie, the winner will have the lowest Memorial Day gross for a movie in...
- 5/25/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
Saturday Am: This weekend at the Memorial Day box office, the film industry seems to be questioning its existence, ready to jump out of a window. How can a genius, George Miller-directed tentpole prequel to the multi-Oscar winning Mad Max: Fury Road with great reviews and 4 1/2 stars PostTrak exits not be working?
The entire theatrical business is destined for streaming, oh, no! People will forever stay on their couches!
As Cher said to Nicolas Cage in Moonstruck as she smacked him in the face: “Snap out of it!” It’s not really right to make Furiosa, or Garfield, for that matter, the proxies of the Memorial Day box office.
Furiosa is still on track for $31M-$33M. For clarity purposes: The last time a film grossed in this vicinity was the 1980s with Return of the Jedi and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. However, we stand corrected: It’s the lowest No.
The entire theatrical business is destined for streaming, oh, no! People will forever stay on their couches!
As Cher said to Nicolas Cage in Moonstruck as she smacked him in the face: “Snap out of it!” It’s not really right to make Furiosa, or Garfield, for that matter, the proxies of the Memorial Day box office.
Furiosa is still on track for $31M-$33M. For clarity purposes: The last time a film grossed in this vicinity was the 1980s with Return of the Jedi and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. However, we stand corrected: It’s the lowest No.
- 5/25/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Anya Taylor-Joy took upon the role of Furiosa in the spin-off and prequel to Mad Max: Fury Road, titled Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. The film is the fifth overall franchise and focuses on the titular character which was originally played by Charlize Theron. After Charlize Theron’s exceptional performance as Furiosa, all eyes were on Anya Taylor-Joy to see how she would live up to her predecessor.
Mad Max: Fury Road (2015) | Warner Bros. Pictures
While both the film and Anya Taylor-Joy received praise from the critics, it looks like the film still has a long way to go to prove itself at the box office. Surprisingly, Furiosa has become the film to have the lowest opening for a Memorial Day movie in over forty years.
Anya Taylor-Joy’s Furiosa Off to a Rocky Start
Anya Taylor-Joy in Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024) | Warner Bros. Pictures
As per Deadline, Furiosa...
Mad Max: Fury Road (2015) | Warner Bros. Pictures
While both the film and Anya Taylor-Joy received praise from the critics, it looks like the film still has a long way to go to prove itself at the box office. Surprisingly, Furiosa has become the film to have the lowest opening for a Memorial Day movie in over forty years.
Anya Taylor-Joy’s Furiosa Off to a Rocky Start
Anya Taylor-Joy in Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024) | Warner Bros. Pictures
As per Deadline, Furiosa...
- 5/25/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Veteran director George Lucas is most notably known for creating the Star Wars franchise that became a global phenomenon after its release. Directing the original trilogy and handing the reins over to other directors, Lucas started disassociating with the franchise a bit.
A still from the Star Wars franchise | Lucasfilm
However, fans were shocked when Lucas announced that the Star Wars franchise was sold to Disney. With Disney acquiring Lucasfilm with a whopping $4.1 billion deal, Lucas was initially excited about the idea. However, the director voiced his frustration at the Cannes event recently and it is not good!
When George Lucas Sold Lucasfilm To Disney
The discussions for Disney acquiring Lucasfilm started back in May of 2011. When Bob Iger, the CEO of Disney attended an event, he met director George Lucas. The director revealed that he wanted to retire and was planning to sell Lucasfilm.
George Lucas. Credit: Joey Gannon/Creative Commons
Under the banner,...
A still from the Star Wars franchise | Lucasfilm
However, fans were shocked when Lucas announced that the Star Wars franchise was sold to Disney. With Disney acquiring Lucasfilm with a whopping $4.1 billion deal, Lucas was initially excited about the idea. However, the director voiced his frustration at the Cannes event recently and it is not good!
When George Lucas Sold Lucasfilm To Disney
The discussions for Disney acquiring Lucasfilm started back in May of 2011. When Bob Iger, the CEO of Disney attended an event, he met director George Lucas. The director revealed that he wanted to retire and was planning to sell Lucasfilm.
George Lucas. Credit: Joey Gannon/Creative Commons
Under the banner,...
- 5/25/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
George Lucas vetted several options before roping in Richard Marquand to helm Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi. Some directors were not interested in directing Lucas’s epic space film, while the creator rejected a few others. One of the directors whom Lucas didn’t want for the film was the Basic Instinct director Paul Verhoeven.
Mark Hamill and Carrie Fisher in a still from George Lucas’s Return of the Jedi | Lucasfilm Ltd.
While he was a director with a vision, Verhoeven was known for including graphic scenes depicting violence and s*xual content in his films. Lucas wasn’t impressed by these scenes in one of the director’s films and decided to look for another director.
George Lucas Didn’t Want Paul Verhoeven To Direct Return Of The Jedi
Paul Verhoeven on the sets of Elle | Sbs Productions
Paul Verhoeven worked in the Dutch...
Mark Hamill and Carrie Fisher in a still from George Lucas’s Return of the Jedi | Lucasfilm Ltd.
While he was a director with a vision, Verhoeven was known for including graphic scenes depicting violence and s*xual content in his films. Lucas wasn’t impressed by these scenes in one of the director’s films and decided to look for another director.
George Lucas Didn’t Want Paul Verhoeven To Direct Return Of The Jedi
Paul Verhoeven on the sets of Elle | Sbs Productions
Paul Verhoeven worked in the Dutch...
- 5/22/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
The first three Star Wars films are often cited as some of the best Hollywood movies of all time, while The Phantom Menace received far less glowing reviews. George Lucas reacted to the critical trashing, saying the reviews for The Phantom Menace were identical to those for the previous Star Wars films. Fans should not take him at his word.
George Lucas defended a controversial character from ‘The Phantom Menace’
During a 1999 interview with Empire Magazine, Lucas shrugged off the negative reviews of The Phantom Menace. “The critics pretty much hated the first three movies; they said the dialogue is bad, the acting’s wooden, no story, too many special effects, it’s a children’s film,” he said.
“That same review got moved to Empire Strikes Back, that same review got moved to Return of the Jedi, and that is the review that is getting reprinted now. You’d think that after a while,...
George Lucas defended a controversial character from ‘The Phantom Menace’
During a 1999 interview with Empire Magazine, Lucas shrugged off the negative reviews of The Phantom Menace. “The critics pretty much hated the first three movies; they said the dialogue is bad, the acting’s wooden, no story, too many special effects, it’s a children’s film,” he said.
“That same review got moved to Empire Strikes Back, that same review got moved to Return of the Jedi, and that is the review that is getting reprinted now. You’d think that after a while,...
- 5/21/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The Star Wars franchise is one of the highest-grossing franchises of all time and has spawned multiple films, shows, animated series, and comic books. The Galaxies created by George Lucas changed pop culture as well as blockbuster filmmaking since the first film was released in 1977. The film earned $775 million against a budget of $11 million.
While Lucas directed the first film in the original trilogy, he wanted to take more of a creative producer role in subsequent films of the original trilogy. The Empire Strikes Back was helmed by Irvin Kershner while Return of the Jedi was directed by Richard Marquand. However, Lucas reportedly first had David Lynch in mind for the latter.
David Lynch Rejected The Opportunity To Direct A Star Wars Movie George Lucas | Credits: YouTube/Full Bodied Productions
George Lucas’ Star Wars was and still is one of the hottest properties in Hollywood and many filmmakers would give...
While Lucas directed the first film in the original trilogy, he wanted to take more of a creative producer role in subsequent films of the original trilogy. The Empire Strikes Back was helmed by Irvin Kershner while Return of the Jedi was directed by Richard Marquand. However, Lucas reportedly first had David Lynch in mind for the latter.
David Lynch Rejected The Opportunity To Direct A Star Wars Movie George Lucas | Credits: YouTube/Full Bodied Productions
George Lucas’ Star Wars was and still is one of the hottest properties in Hollywood and many filmmakers would give...
- 5/20/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
On May 19th, 1999, the world was taken back to a galaxy far, far away after a sixteen-year hiatus from the last film, Return of the Jedi. Ever since The Empire Strikes Back was dubbed “Episode V” this lead to many believing that we would one day see the origins of Darth Vader, the fall of the Jedi and the slow rise of the empire. And now that time had come.
The first episode in the prequel trilogy lets us see a young Anakin Skywalker (Jake Lloyd) being found by master Qui-Gon Jin (Liam Neeson) and his apprentice Obi-Wan Kenobi (Ewan McGregor) and freed from slavery to become a Jedi. He also meets his future wife, Padmé Amidala (Natalie Portman). Meanwhile, from the shadows Darth Sidious (Ian McDirmis), and his apprentice Darth Maul (Ray Park), manipulate the galactic republic by causing a war on the plane of Naboo in an attempt to seize power.
The first episode in the prequel trilogy lets us see a young Anakin Skywalker (Jake Lloyd) being found by master Qui-Gon Jin (Liam Neeson) and his apprentice Obi-Wan Kenobi (Ewan McGregor) and freed from slavery to become a Jedi. He also meets his future wife, Padmé Amidala (Natalie Portman). Meanwhile, from the shadows Darth Sidious (Ian McDirmis), and his apprentice Darth Maul (Ray Park), manipulate the galactic republic by causing a war on the plane of Naboo in an attempt to seize power.
- 5/19/2024
- by Mr. Milo
- Pirates & Princesses
In the upcoming episode of “Collector’s Call,” viewers are in for a treat as Robert Baker takes center stage with his incredible collection of 70s and 80s toys and action figures. Airing at 6:30 Pm on Sunday, 26 May 2024, on MeTV, this episode titled “Toys – Robert Baker” promises to be a nostalgic journey for fans of classic toys.
Robert Baker’s collection is a sight to behold, with almost every iconic toy and action figure from the 70s and 80s in his possession, including rare duplicates. During the episode, he shares some of his most cherished pieces with host Lisa, such as his collection of Return of the Jedi figures, his prized Amazing Fantasy comic book, and the beloved G.I. Joe Firefly figure. Each item holds a special place in Robert’s heart, and viewers will get a glimpse into the passion and dedication he has for his collection.
As the episode unfolds,...
Robert Baker’s collection is a sight to behold, with almost every iconic toy and action figure from the 70s and 80s in his possession, including rare duplicates. During the episode, he shares some of his most cherished pieces with host Lisa, such as his collection of Return of the Jedi figures, his prized Amazing Fantasy comic book, and the beloved G.I. Joe Firefly figure. Each item holds a special place in Robert’s heart, and viewers will get a glimpse into the passion and dedication he has for his collection.
As the episode unfolds,...
- 5/18/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Actor Mark Hamill made a name for himself with his performance as Luke Skywalker in the space opera franchise Star Wars. Hamill starred in the original trilogy alongside Carrie Fisher and Harrison Ford. However, among the holy trinity of the Star Wars franchise, only the late Fisher has had the honor of hosting the popular variety comedy series Saturday Night Live.
Star Wars star Mark Hamill reveals desire to host Saturday Night Live.
During an interview, Hamill spoke about his desire to host the show that has been on air for almost four decades. Hamill revealed that his desire to host the show stemmed from Fisher’s great performance during her hosting stint. At the same time, Hamill also spoke about returning to the Star Wars franchise after the demise of his character in the sequel trilogy. Here is what Hamill had to say about his desire to host Saturday Night Live.
Star Wars star Mark Hamill reveals desire to host Saturday Night Live.
During an interview, Hamill spoke about his desire to host the show that has been on air for almost four decades. Hamill revealed that his desire to host the show stemmed from Fisher’s great performance during her hosting stint. At the same time, Hamill also spoke about returning to the Star Wars franchise after the demise of his character in the sequel trilogy. Here is what Hamill had to say about his desire to host Saturday Night Live.
- 5/18/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
Star Wars – one of the many phenomena that forever changed the landscape of pop culture in modern history – has brought us stories of unbridled joy, hope, love, friendship, camaraderie, candor, optimism in the face of utter loss, and resolution in the face of utter despair. And yet, there remain aspects of the narrative that are as mysterious today as they were 47 years ago.
After the first chapter of the story premiered with Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, George Lucas established a new dynasty belonging to new-age superheroes who defied the rules and boundaries of this universe to achieve heroic deeds that resound throughout the entire galaxy.
The Star Wars gang [Credit: Lucasfilm/20th Century Studios]Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa, and Han Solo would then go on to be names that inspired indelible virtue, bravery, and strength of moral character for generations to come just as much as Darth Vader...
After the first chapter of the story premiered with Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, George Lucas established a new dynasty belonging to new-age superheroes who defied the rules and boundaries of this universe to achieve heroic deeds that resound throughout the entire galaxy.
The Star Wars gang [Credit: Lucasfilm/20th Century Studios]Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa, and Han Solo would then go on to be names that inspired indelible virtue, bravery, and strength of moral character for generations to come just as much as Darth Vader...
- 5/17/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Boba Fett was conspicuous by his absence in The Mandalorian season 3 and, much to the chagrin of actor Temuera Morrison, the bounty hunter even took a backseat to Din Djarin in his own series.
Given the mixed response to The Book of Boba Fett, it's currently unclear what the future holds in store for a character we all thought had died in Return of the Jedi. However, some Star Wars fans are convinced his new armour design has been revealed...in The Simpsons?!
In the latest episode, titled "The Tipping Point," Boba Fett is spotted wearing a suit which features several significant changes to the character's appearance in Disney's recent Star Wars offerings.
As we first pointed out on SFFGazette.com, the design is clearly based on The Book of Boba Fett but includes added details to his shoulder pauldrons and Mandalorian spike decals above his helmet's visor. While this may seem like a stretch,...
Given the mixed response to The Book of Boba Fett, it's currently unclear what the future holds in store for a character we all thought had died in Return of the Jedi. However, some Star Wars fans are convinced his new armour design has been revealed...in The Simpsons?!
In the latest episode, titled "The Tipping Point," Boba Fett is spotted wearing a suit which features several significant changes to the character's appearance in Disney's recent Star Wars offerings.
As we first pointed out on SFFGazette.com, the design is clearly based on The Book of Boba Fett but includes added details to his shoulder pauldrons and Mandalorian spike decals above his helmet's visor. While this may seem like a stretch,...
- 5/16/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
I vividly recall when the trailer for "Star Wars Rebels" season 3 debuted at Star Wars Celebration in 2016. When the promo unveiled Grand Admiral Thrawn -- the awesome Big Bad of Timothy Zahn's "Heir to the Empire" novel trilogy from the Expanded Universe (aka Star Wars Legends) -- as the season's main threat, it was a fist-pump moment for fans of the EU. So, naturally, when the "Rebels" panel opened up to fan questions, one brave soul told "Rebels" co-creator/showrunner Dave Filoni the thing that was on everybody's minds: Do Mara Jade next!
Okay, they framed it as more of a query, but that was the gist.
Mara Jade, as it were, was introduced in "Heir to the Empire" as an assassin in the Emperor's Hand, a secret agent group that served Emperor Palpatine in the EU. A version of the Hand now exists is the Disney canon, but...
Okay, they framed it as more of a query, but that was the gist.
Mara Jade, as it were, was introduced in "Heir to the Empire" as an assassin in the Emperor's Hand, a secret agent group that served Emperor Palpatine in the EU. A version of the Hand now exists is the Disney canon, but...
- 5/15/2024
- by Sandy Schaefer
- Slash Film
Later this year, a new ‘Star Wars’ show is set to debut on Disney+ called “Skeleton Crew,” which “follows the journey of four kids who make a mysterious discovery on their seemingly safe home planet, then get lost in a strange and dangerous galaxy. Finding their way home—and meeting unlikely allies and enemies—will be a greater adventure than they ever imagined.”
Now, we have learned that Lucasfilm is taking the show back to the old techniques used in the original Star Wars films, including matte paintings from a retired Ilm (Industrial Light and Magic) painter and even stop-motion animation from Phil Tippett.
For those who don’t know, Phil Tippett helped create a special animation technique called “go motion” to animate the At-at walkers and tauntauns in “The Empire Strikes Back,” and he led the creature shop in “Return of the Jedi.”
“Skeleton Crew” co-creator Jon Watts spoke...
Now, we have learned that Lucasfilm is taking the show back to the old techniques used in the original Star Wars films, including matte paintings from a retired Ilm (Industrial Light and Magic) painter and even stop-motion animation from Phil Tippett.
For those who don’t know, Phil Tippett helped create a special animation technique called “go motion” to animate the At-at walkers and tauntauns in “The Empire Strikes Back,” and he led the creature shop in “Return of the Jedi.”
“Skeleton Crew” co-creator Jon Watts spoke...
- 5/15/2024
- by Kambrea Pratt
- Pirates & Princesses
The Disney-acquired Star Wars live-action lore is unarguably really trying to tighten its grip around the fandom. However, that doesn’t seem to be working, considering fans’ reaction to its latest and upcoming series, with very few series and fans as an exception. Even The Acolyte, which is the next series lined up for release this year from the saga, is ceasing to amuse fans.
The Acolyte.
This stands true because, even before its final release, this soon-to-hit-streaming series has gained massive criticism from fans because of all the changes it will be bringing to the previously massively fan-favorite lore. What’s worse is that this criticism doesn’t seem to be stopping anytime soon, considering how Jimmy Kimmel recently added even more misery to this project with his roasting.
The Acolyte Recently Got Brutally Roasted by Jimmy Kimmel
While not appealing to fans is one thing, even comedian Jimmy...
The Acolyte.
This stands true because, even before its final release, this soon-to-hit-streaming series has gained massive criticism from fans because of all the changes it will be bringing to the previously massively fan-favorite lore. What’s worse is that this criticism doesn’t seem to be stopping anytime soon, considering how Jimmy Kimmel recently added even more misery to this project with his roasting.
The Acolyte Recently Got Brutally Roasted by Jimmy Kimmel
While not appealing to fans is one thing, even comedian Jimmy...
- 5/15/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
The Acolyte trailer didn’t do much to garner the interest of Star Wars fans. But it appears that showrunner Leslye Headland is doing some damage control. Her latest interview comments have managed to gain the attention of many fans as she revealed her inspiration behind the series and the several references she used in it. Headland shared that she drew inspiration for The Acolyte from her favorite Clone Wars episode, The Wrong Jedi.
Amandla Stenberg as Mae in Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte
Set at the end of the High Republic era, The Acolyte explores the story of a respected Jedi master investigating a series of crimes involving a former Padawan. The series stars Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-Jae, Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, and Carrie-Anne Moss in crucial roles.
Leslye Headland Shares The Star Wars Films & Shows That Inspired The Acolyte
Leslye Headland says The Clone Wars episode The Wrong...
Amandla Stenberg as Mae in Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte
Set at the end of the High Republic era, The Acolyte explores the story of a respected Jedi master investigating a series of crimes involving a former Padawan. The series stars Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-Jae, Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, and Carrie-Anne Moss in crucial roles.
Leslye Headland Shares The Star Wars Films & Shows That Inspired The Acolyte
Leslye Headland says The Clone Wars episode The Wrong...
- 5/15/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Star Wars: Episode I—The Phantom MenaceImage: Lucasfilm
In 1999, when Star Wars: Episode I—The Phantom Menace was first released in theaters, it had been 22 years since the release of just plain old Star Wars in 1977. Now, in 2024, the number of extant Star Wars features has more than doubled, and it...
In 1999, when Star Wars: Episode I—The Phantom Menace was first released in theaters, it had been 22 years since the release of just plain old Star Wars in 1977. Now, in 2024, the number of extant Star Wars features has more than doubled, and it...
- 5/14/2024
- by Jesse Hassenger
- avclub.com
There is no doubt it’s always tear-jerking when a good movie guy dies or in particular is killed. However, there were obviously some moments when we cried watching the demise of the bad guys (and don’t say you never did it).
These 7 movie villains, chosen by Reddit, literally broke our hearts with their deaths.
1. Blade Runner (1982) - Roy Batty
Rutger Hauer’s rogue replicant died lamenting his memories "will be lost in time, like tears in rain" and realizing the inevitability of the fate waiting for him after what he had done.
“Probably the only villain I felt deeply for,” says Redditor @_my_simple_review.
2. The Mummy Returns (2001) - Imhotep
In the end of the movie the audience starts sympathizing with the High Priest of Osiris, whose actions were dictated by his love for Anck-su-namun, who eventually betrays him. Imhotep’s subsequent death is an extremely sad and touching moment to rewatch.
These 7 movie villains, chosen by Reddit, literally broke our hearts with their deaths.
1. Blade Runner (1982) - Roy Batty
Rutger Hauer’s rogue replicant died lamenting his memories "will be lost in time, like tears in rain" and realizing the inevitability of the fate waiting for him after what he had done.
“Probably the only villain I felt deeply for,” says Redditor @_my_simple_review.
2. The Mummy Returns (2001) - Imhotep
In the end of the movie the audience starts sympathizing with the High Priest of Osiris, whose actions were dictated by his love for Anck-su-namun, who eventually betrays him. Imhotep’s subsequent death is an extremely sad and touching moment to rewatch.
- 5/12/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series, which kickstarted the DC Animated Universe (Dcau) is regarded as the best adaptation of the Caped Crusader by many. Besides the plot, one of the primary reasons for its popularity was the iconic voice castings. The late Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill as Batman and Joker have left an indelible mark on the viewers’ minds.
Kevin Conroy’s Batman and Mark Hamill’s Joker
While Conroy is often hailed as the best Batman ever, Mark Hamill’s performance is considered even more praiseworthy than the critically acclaimed live-action works. However, the Star Wars star was not the first choice to play a Dcau role. It was only for voice director Andrea Romano, that Hamill could give us the legendary Joker performance.
How did Mark Hamill get the role of Dcau’s Joker?
Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi...
Kevin Conroy’s Batman and Mark Hamill’s Joker
While Conroy is often hailed as the best Batman ever, Mark Hamill’s performance is considered even more praiseworthy than the critically acclaimed live-action works. However, the Star Wars star was not the first choice to play a Dcau role. It was only for voice director Andrea Romano, that Hamill could give us the legendary Joker performance.
How did Mark Hamill get the role of Dcau’s Joker?
Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi...
- 5/9/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Mark Hamill and Harrison Ford were major players in the original Star Wars trilogy as Luke Skywalker and Han Solo. As part of the Resistance fighting to bring down the tyrannical Empire, the two played integral roles in bringing it down. While the first film set up the world and the overall rivalry between the two, the sequels go all out with their war against each other.
Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: A New Hope
The iconic lightsaber fight from Empire Strikes Back, and the twist, remain the most iconic moments in the franchise. Luke’s lightsaber was put on auction in 2017, a year before the passing of the franchise’s producer Gary Kurtz. The price of the lightsaber was less than Ford’s combined salary for the original trilogy.
Mark Hamill’s Lightsaber from Empire Strikes Back Was Auctioned At $450,000
Luke battles Darth Vader in Empire...
Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: A New Hope
The iconic lightsaber fight from Empire Strikes Back, and the twist, remain the most iconic moments in the franchise. Luke’s lightsaber was put on auction in 2017, a year before the passing of the franchise’s producer Gary Kurtz. The price of the lightsaber was less than Ford’s combined salary for the original trilogy.
Mark Hamill’s Lightsaber from Empire Strikes Back Was Auctioned At $450,000
Luke battles Darth Vader in Empire...
- 5/9/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Since Star Wars‘ inception, the technology presented in the galaxy far, far away has always been fascinating to viewers, whether it be the iconic lightsabers or the levitating Speeder bikes. Introduced first in A New Hope, speeders have undergone numerous evolutions with each passing release and remain one of the coolest aspects of the prequel trilogy.
But unlike their onscreen presentation, riding them on set was a disappointing experience for Natalie Portman, who previously spoke in support of the excessive use of blue screen in the prequels.
Natalie Portman Was Disappointed for Not Being Able to Ride a Real Speeder
A still from Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones (via 20th Century Fox)
While viewers can suspend their disbelief and get lost in the galaxy far, far away and its alluring levitating speeders, unfortunately, Natalie Portman didn’t have that luxury. Despite finding the speeder on set enthralling to look at,...
But unlike their onscreen presentation, riding them on set was a disappointing experience for Natalie Portman, who previously spoke in support of the excessive use of blue screen in the prequels.
Natalie Portman Was Disappointed for Not Being Able to Ride a Real Speeder
A still from Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones (via 20th Century Fox)
While viewers can suspend their disbelief and get lost in the galaxy far, far away and its alluring levitating speeders, unfortunately, Natalie Portman didn’t have that luxury. Despite finding the speeder on set enthralling to look at,...
- 5/8/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
George Lucas directed 1977’s Star Wars, which set up the popular space-opera franchise that is going strong even today. Lucas followed up the original with two sequels, which improved on the formula of the first film while delivering an epic sci-fi fantasy and emotional drama. However, Lucas stepped back from the director’s chair for the latter two installments.
George Lucas did not return to direct The Empire Strike Back and its sequel.
In an interview, Lucas was asked about whether stepping away from directing the movies impacted the final product. In response, Lucas had a surprising answer, explaining how the movies would have differed if he had taken on the directorial responsibility. Here is everything you need to know about how Lucas feels about not directing the sequels to his original 1977 film.
George Lucas Answers Whether the Star Wars Movies Would’ve Been Different If He Directed
George Lucas...
George Lucas did not return to direct The Empire Strike Back and its sequel.
In an interview, Lucas was asked about whether stepping away from directing the movies impacted the final product. In response, Lucas had a surprising answer, explaining how the movies would have differed if he had taken on the directorial responsibility. Here is everything you need to know about how Lucas feels about not directing the sequels to his original 1977 film.
George Lucas Answers Whether the Star Wars Movies Would’ve Been Different If He Directed
George Lucas...
- 5/8/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
Skeleton Crew is arguably one of the more intriguing Star Wars projects heading our way, with very little known about how the series will fit into the wider Galaxy Far, Far Away (we've heard next to nothing since Star Wars Celebration attendees were treated to a brief sneak peek last April).
What we do know is that the Disney+ series focuses on a group of kids who get lost in space, with Jude Law cast in the lead role as a mysterious Jedi. With a confirmed post-Return of the Jedi setting, we also anticipate it somehow tying into The Mandalorian and Ahsoka.
Collider (via SFFGazette.com) recently spoke with director and executive producer Jon Watts and learned that Skeleton Crew is set to launch this holiday season. That presumably means a December launch.
The filmmaker also shared a new description of the series. "It's about a group of kids...
What we do know is that the Disney+ series focuses on a group of kids who get lost in space, with Jude Law cast in the lead role as a mysterious Jedi. With a confirmed post-Return of the Jedi setting, we also anticipate it somehow tying into The Mandalorian and Ahsoka.
Collider (via SFFGazette.com) recently spoke with director and executive producer Jon Watts and learned that Skeleton Crew is set to launch this holiday season. That presumably means a December launch.
The filmmaker also shared a new description of the series. "It's about a group of kids...
- 5/8/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
It was not the summer box office start that many (myself included) were hoping for. Universal's "The Fall Guy" debuted with just $27.7 million domestically despite earning very good reviews, making for the worst start to the summer movie season in decades. But hope emerged in the form of one of cinema's most cherished franchises as "Star Wars: The Phantom Menace" returned to theaters in honor of its 25th anniversary. An old hope, if you will. This once-maligned prequel to George Lucas' beloved sci-fi series helped make up the difference and made its way into the history books. Again.
"The Phantom Menace" re-release brought in $8.7 million domestically over the weekend, which was good enough to land at number two on the charts behind "Fall Guy" and ahead of the previous week's champion "Challengers" ($7.5 million). Internationally, "Episode I" added an additional $6.4 million for a global re-opening of $15.1 million. That's quite a...
"The Phantom Menace" re-release brought in $8.7 million domestically over the weekend, which was good enough to land at number two on the charts behind "Fall Guy" and ahead of the previous week's champion "Challengers" ($7.5 million). Internationally, "Episode I" added an additional $6.4 million for a global re-opening of $15.1 million. That's quite a...
- 5/7/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
Prior to his work on "Star Wars" in 1977, actor and bodybuilder David Prowse had made a career playing goons, creatures, and bodyguards in high-profile movies. Prowse played Frankenstien's monster in the Hammer film "The Horror of Frankenstein," a role he had already played briefly in the 1967 version of "Casino Royale." He played a comedic torturer in "Carry On, Henry," the 21st "Carry On" movie. Most visibly, Prowse played the muscular bodyguard for the injured old Frank (Patrick Magee) in Stanley Kubrick's "A Clockwork Orange." He was the one who got to cradle Malcolm McDowell like a baby. This was easy for Prowse, who stood six-foot-six.
The actor also played Darth Vader "Star Wars," "The Star Wars Holiday Special," "The Empire Strikes Back," and "Return of the Jedi" ... but only in the scenes wherein Darth Vader wore a mask. In "Jedi," when Vader finally revealed his face, Prowse was replaced by actor Sebastian Shaw.
The actor also played Darth Vader "Star Wars," "The Star Wars Holiday Special," "The Empire Strikes Back," and "Return of the Jedi" ... but only in the scenes wherein Darth Vader wore a mask. In "Jedi," when Vader finally revealed his face, Prowse was replaced by actor Sebastian Shaw.
- 5/7/2024
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
Star Wars: Episode One – The Phantom Menace Box Office (North America): Beats Titanic & Avengers: Endgame On Its Re-Release (Photo Credit – IMDb)
Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace brought impressive collections on its re-release opening weekend. The movie has returned to the theatres after over two decades, and the fans are still fascinated by it. It featured Natalie Portman, Liam Neeson, and Ewan McGregor in crucial roles. The movie has surpassed Titanic and Avengers: Endgame’s re-release opening weekend collections. Keep scrolling for more.
Directed by George Lucas, the film was also a commercial success back in 1999. It was re-released in theatres on the occasion of its 25th anniversary. The story is about two Jedi escaping a hostile blockade to find allies and coming across a young boy who may bring balance to the Force, but the long-dormant Sith resurface to claim their original glory.
Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace...
Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace brought impressive collections on its re-release opening weekend. The movie has returned to the theatres after over two decades, and the fans are still fascinated by it. It featured Natalie Portman, Liam Neeson, and Ewan McGregor in crucial roles. The movie has surpassed Titanic and Avengers: Endgame’s re-release opening weekend collections. Keep scrolling for more.
Directed by George Lucas, the film was also a commercial success back in 1999. It was re-released in theatres on the occasion of its 25th anniversary. The story is about two Jedi escaping a hostile blockade to find allies and coming across a young boy who may bring balance to the Force, but the long-dormant Sith resurface to claim their original glory.
Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace...
- 5/7/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
“Bring the clown. We want to see the clown. We like it how he juggles glombo shells, or spits fish up in the air and catches them, or how he dances around and falls on his butt.” So demand the orphan children on the planet Naboo, according to an interlude in the post-Return of the Jedi novel Aftermath: Empire’s End by Chuck Wendig.
And the clown acquiesces, happy to find any form of acceptance. “The adults, though,” continues the narrator, “they don’t say much about him. Or to him. And no other Gungans come to see him, either. Nobody even says his name.”
The name, if you haven’t guessed, is Jar Jar Binks. For some Star Wars fans, Empire End presents a fitting end for Jar Jar. After all, he was once one of the most hated characters in pop culture history. But there’s one...
And the clown acquiesces, happy to find any form of acceptance. “The adults, though,” continues the narrator, “they don’t say much about him. Or to him. And no other Gungans come to see him, either. Nobody even says his name.”
The name, if you haven’t guessed, is Jar Jar Binks. For some Star Wars fans, Empire End presents a fitting end for Jar Jar. After all, he was once one of the most hated characters in pop culture history. But there’s one...
- 5/6/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
No one enjoys spoilers, especially when they’re revealed years before a film or show’s release. However, it took an extreme turn in the case of George Lucas’ Star Wars franchise, with the revelation of one of the most significant spoilers led to a prolonged estrangement between the filmmaker and David Prowse, the actor behind the iconic antagonist, Darth Vader.
Darth Vader in Star Wars | Credit: LucasFilm
Prowse would go on to reprise the role in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, after A New Hope. However, the late actor found himself banned from film sets and all Star Wars events after Lucas found out about Prowse’s inadvertent divulgence of major plot details surrounding the beloved sci-fi saga.
David Prowse’s The Empire Strikes Back Spoiler Sparked Studio Panic
Following its debut in 1977, Star Wars quickly became a cultural phenomenon, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the...
Darth Vader in Star Wars | Credit: LucasFilm
Prowse would go on to reprise the role in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, after A New Hope. However, the late actor found himself banned from film sets and all Star Wars events after Lucas found out about Prowse’s inadvertent divulgence of major plot details surrounding the beloved sci-fi saga.
David Prowse’s The Empire Strikes Back Spoiler Sparked Studio Panic
Following its debut in 1977, Star Wars quickly became a cultural phenomenon, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the...
- 5/6/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away began George Lucas’ epic space opera tale that eventually grew into the pop culture phenomenon we know today as Star Wars. The original trilogy of films Lucas made during the 70s and 80s, became beloved across the globe, but the theatrical cuts of the movies have neared the brink of extinction following Lucas’ special edition re-releases.
The altered ending scene from Return of the Jedi
As a result, a group of rebel Star Wars fans have taken it upon themselves to not only preserve but also digitally restore the original cuts so that the fanbase can enjoy the version of the films they first fell in love with. However, the group’s activities directly clash with Lucas’ vision for his franchise and border on a legal grey area. Here is why George Lucas won’t be happy with the rebel...
The altered ending scene from Return of the Jedi
As a result, a group of rebel Star Wars fans have taken it upon themselves to not only preserve but also digitally restore the original cuts so that the fanbase can enjoy the version of the films they first fell in love with. However, the group’s activities directly clash with Lucas’ vision for his franchise and border on a legal grey area. Here is why George Lucas won’t be happy with the rebel...
- 5/5/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
Star Wars has been, and still is, a massive part of this particular writer’s life. Unfortunately, I wasn’t around to catch A New Hope or The Empire Strikes Back in cinemas when they were first released, but I did manage to sneak in to see those cuddly Ewoks lay waste to the Empire in Return of the Jedi back in 1983. The franchise inspired me to work in the industry, and I had the thrill of watching and re-watching the original trilogy countless times with friends and family. As we all know, the series evolved into a cultural behemoth and, unlike nowadays, where I think the amount of Star Wars content that is available to consume is actually to the detriment of the series’ quality, we only had the original movies to cling to.
Mostly…
In a galaxy not too far, far away, on May 19th, 1999, the world got...
Mostly…
In a galaxy not too far, far away, on May 19th, 1999, the world got...
- 5/5/2024
- by Adam Walton
- JoBlo.com
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From here in the U.S. to galaxies far far away, May the 4 is now known universally as “Star Wars Day,” thanks to a pun on that famous Star Wars quote, “May the force be with you.”
According to StarWars.com, the first notable occurrence with the May 4 pun took place on that date in 1979, when Margaret Thatcher took office as the new British Prime Minister. Thatcher’s...
From here in the U.S. to galaxies far far away, May the 4 is now known universally as “Star Wars Day,” thanks to a pun on that famous Star Wars quote, “May the force be with you.”
According to StarWars.com, the first notable occurrence with the May 4 pun took place on that date in 1979, when Margaret Thatcher took office as the new British Prime Minister. Thatcher’s...
- 5/4/2024
- by Tim Chan and Sage Anderson
- Rollingstone.com
George Lucas, the visionary behind the monumental Star Wars franchise, introduced the world to the iconic space saga and some of the most iconic cinematic characters. While the filmmaker has shared mixed sentiments about the subsequent projects, he remains deeply proud of the expansive galaxy he created within the original and prequel trilogies.
George Lucas | Credit: AMC
However, despite the widespread acclaim and its remarkable success over the years, there has been a segment of fans, who continue to voice their disdain for certain elements of the franchise. Lucas addressed these divisive opinions in an interview while acknowledging the inevitability of such remarks.
George Lucas Addressed the Divisive Opinions on Star Wars Comic Sidekicks
In an interview with Empire, George Lucas reflected on the “stinging reviews” of Star Wars, which criticized the film’s dialogues and cast’s performance, along with expressing disdain for the lack of story and too much special effect.
George Lucas | Credit: AMC
However, despite the widespread acclaim and its remarkable success over the years, there has been a segment of fans, who continue to voice their disdain for certain elements of the franchise. Lucas addressed these divisive opinions in an interview while acknowledging the inevitability of such remarks.
George Lucas Addressed the Divisive Opinions on Star Wars Comic Sidekicks
In an interview with Empire, George Lucas reflected on the “stinging reviews” of Star Wars, which criticized the film’s dialogues and cast’s performance, along with expressing disdain for the lack of story and too much special effect.
- 5/4/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
This article was originally published on SFFGazette.com - head there now for all the latest Star Wars updates!
We first met Morgan Elsbeth in The Mandalorian when Din Djarin and Ahsoka Tano encountered the villainous Magistrate on Corvus. The latter's series later established Morgan's role there as part of her attempts to bring Grand Admiral Thrawn back from a neighbouring Galaxy, but who is she really?
Star Wars: Tales of the Empire sets out to answer that question and begins by taking us to Morgan's childhood on Dathomir. Episode 1 returns to the Clone Wars and begins with the planet coming under attack from General Grievous and his droid army.
Morgan's mother is killed and the Nightsisters are wiped out; luckily, the Mountain Clan rescues the teen and offers her a place among them.
She befriends some of the village's girls, convincing them to help her gather weapons she can...
We first met Morgan Elsbeth in The Mandalorian when Din Djarin and Ahsoka Tano encountered the villainous Magistrate on Corvus. The latter's series later established Morgan's role there as part of her attempts to bring Grand Admiral Thrawn back from a neighbouring Galaxy, but who is she really?
Star Wars: Tales of the Empire sets out to answer that question and begins by taking us to Morgan's childhood on Dathomir. Episode 1 returns to the Clone Wars and begins with the planet coming under attack from General Grievous and his droid army.
Morgan's mother is killed and the Nightsisters are wiped out; luckily, the Mountain Clan rescues the teen and offers her a place among them.
She befriends some of the village's girls, convincing them to help her gather weapons she can...
- 5/4/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
This article is part of Collector’s Digest, an editorial series powered by:
Twenty-five years ago, the galaxies of Lego and Star Wars collided for the first time, resulting in one of the most valuable partnerships in merchandising history. With nearly 1,000 total sets produced and over 1,300 different minifigures, Lego Star Wars is now a mainstay in the world of pop culture collectibles. To celebrate 25 years of Lego Star Wars, we’re counting down the 25 most valuable retail Lego Star Wars sets ever produced, all items you can buy for yourself on eBay right now!
10134: Y-wing Attack Starfighter (2004)
One of the most iconic Lego Star Wars lines is the highly coveted Ultimate Collector Series (Ucs). These sets feature bigger versions of beloved ships from the Star Wars universe, with an acute attention to detail. The rugged and mechanical aesthetic of the Y-wing is perfect for this style, with a multitude of pipes,...
Twenty-five years ago, the galaxies of Lego and Star Wars collided for the first time, resulting in one of the most valuable partnerships in merchandising history. With nearly 1,000 total sets produced and over 1,300 different minifigures, Lego Star Wars is now a mainstay in the world of pop culture collectibles. To celebrate 25 years of Lego Star Wars, we’re counting down the 25 most valuable retail Lego Star Wars sets ever produced, all items you can buy for yourself on eBay right now!
10134: Y-wing Attack Starfighter (2004)
One of the most iconic Lego Star Wars lines is the highly coveted Ultimate Collector Series (Ucs). These sets feature bigger versions of beloved ships from the Star Wars universe, with an acute attention to detail. The rugged and mechanical aesthetic of the Y-wing is perfect for this style, with a multitude of pipes,...
- 5/4/2024
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
A half-century ago when George Lucas decided to make “Star Wars,” a core visual effects team was handed a sizable challenge: Figure out a believable way to transport audiences to a galaxy far, far away. Essential to that goal was the development of a new type of motion control camera system: built in a Van Nuys warehouse where the production filmed space-set scenes such as the climatic trench run.
Now fans in Southern California can see the historic Dykstraflex camera system, newly restored and in working order, on display at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures starting Saturday in recognition of May the 4th, aka Star Wars day. The system weighs 1,500 lbs. and will be demonstrated by VFX vets with a 14-foot track and studio scale replicas of the Millennium Falcon, which is five-feet long, and a 20-inch X-Wing fighter.
Looking back, Richard Edlund, a member of the core VFX...
Now fans in Southern California can see the historic Dykstraflex camera system, newly restored and in working order, on display at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures starting Saturday in recognition of May the 4th, aka Star Wars day. The system weighs 1,500 lbs. and will be demonstrated by VFX vets with a 14-foot track and studio scale replicas of the Millennium Falcon, which is five-feet long, and a 20-inch X-Wing fighter.
Looking back, Richard Edlund, a member of the core VFX...
- 5/4/2024
- by Carolyn Giardina
- Variety Film + TV
This Star Wars: Tales of the Empire article contains spoilers.
The Clone Wars season five finale, “The Wrong Jedi,” was a turning point for Jedi Knight Barriss Offee. While in 2013 fans of the then-recently-made-non-canon Legends timeline knew Barriss best as a brave and kind Jedi Knight who was a gifted healer, “The Wrong Jedi” revealed Barriss’ darker side. After growing disillusioned with the Jedi’s warring ways during the Clone Wars, Barriss orchestrated a terrorist attack on the Jedi Temple that left several Jedi dead. Although Barriss’ friend, Ahsoka Tano, was blamed for the attack at first, Barriss’ crimes were eventually uncovered and she was excommunicated from the Order, then sent to a Republic prison on Coruscant.
That was the last we heard of this Prequel era Jedi first introduced in Attack of the Clones until this week’s Tales of the Empire, a new series of animated shorts that...
The Clone Wars season five finale, “The Wrong Jedi,” was a turning point for Jedi Knight Barriss Offee. While in 2013 fans of the then-recently-made-non-canon Legends timeline knew Barriss best as a brave and kind Jedi Knight who was a gifted healer, “The Wrong Jedi” revealed Barriss’ darker side. After growing disillusioned with the Jedi’s warring ways during the Clone Wars, Barriss orchestrated a terrorist attack on the Jedi Temple that left several Jedi dead. Although Barriss’ friend, Ahsoka Tano, was blamed for the attack at first, Barriss’ crimes were eventually uncovered and she was excommunicated from the Order, then sent to a Republic prison on Coruscant.
That was the last we heard of this Prequel era Jedi first introduced in Attack of the Clones until this week’s Tales of the Empire, a new series of animated shorts that...
- 5/4/2024
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
The summer box office isn’t exactly starting with a bang. Universal’s action-romance “The Fall Guy,” starring Ryan Gosling as a Hollywood stuntman courting a rising director played by Emily Blunt, earned $10.4 million from 4,002 locations on its opening day, a figure that includes $3 million and change from preview screenings. The feature is now projecting a three-day opening of $28 million, which would leave it short of industry projections that had forecast a debut in the low-to-mid 30’s.
It’s not a great result for Universal, which hasn’t succeeded in getting much traction out of Gosling’s red-hot post-“Barbie” media presence and a bunch of rave reviews for the action film out of a buzzy March premiere at SXSW Festival. With a $130 million production budget, the David Leitch-directed feature doesn’t carry the heavy financial expectations of the summer’s biggest tentpoles, but it’s still got a substantial number to recoup.
It’s not a great result for Universal, which hasn’t succeeded in getting much traction out of Gosling’s red-hot post-“Barbie” media presence and a bunch of rave reviews for the action film out of a buzzy March premiere at SXSW Festival. With a $130 million production budget, the David Leitch-directed feature doesn’t carry the heavy financial expectations of the summer’s biggest tentpoles, but it’s still got a substantial number to recoup.
- 5/4/2024
- by J. Kim Murphy
- Variety Film + TV
There will be spoilers for "Star Wars: Tales of the Empire," so beware.
First introduced in the limited "Obi-Wan Kenobi" TV series that debuted in 2002 on Disney+, the Fourth Sister was an early member of the Inquisitorius and helped hunt down Jedi for many years during the Dark Times. Little is known about her past, other than that she was once a Jedi who turned to the dark side and the safety of the Empire after the events of Order 66. A humanoid with greenish skin and head tails, the Fourth Sister remains largely a mystery. Thanks to the new "Star Wars: Tales of the Empire" animated shorts, we have some more details about her and her past -- and also many hints about her future.
The other "villain" that features in these stories is Barriss Offee, the young Mirialan Padawan who framed Ahsoka Tano for murder in "Star Wars: The Clone Wars.
First introduced in the limited "Obi-Wan Kenobi" TV series that debuted in 2002 on Disney+, the Fourth Sister was an early member of the Inquisitorius and helped hunt down Jedi for many years during the Dark Times. Little is known about her past, other than that she was once a Jedi who turned to the dark side and the safety of the Empire after the events of Order 66. A humanoid with greenish skin and head tails, the Fourth Sister remains largely a mystery. Thanks to the new "Star Wars: Tales of the Empire" animated shorts, we have some more details about her and her past -- and also many hints about her future.
The other "villain" that features in these stories is Barriss Offee, the young Mirialan Padawan who framed Ahsoka Tano for murder in "Star Wars: The Clone Wars.
- 5/4/2024
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
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