Tag: Star Wars
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‘Holiday Special’ Doc Charms as a Reminder of When ‘Star Wars’ Was Gratifyingly Less Reputable
“Star Wars” could stand to come off its high horse a little bit. Other than the recent “Andor,” which actually did break new ground, the franchise has become stunningly obsessed with itself, regurgitating obscure lore, planting callbacks and cameos everywhere, and generally living in the past.One of the bits of “Star Wars” arcana that especially…
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‘A Disturbance in the Force’ Review: An Amusing Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Notorious ‘Star Wars Holiday Special’
There are times when you look back at pop culture phenomena and can’t resist the urge to ask: Can you believe this actually happened? Tackling a notorious fiasco in one of the galaxy’s most popular franchises, Jeremy Coon and Steve Kozak’s amusing and exhaustive documentary ”A Disturbance in the Force” unpacks 1978’s “Star Wars Holiday…
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Best Movie-Based Lego Sets
Lego has a long history of recreating some of the most amazing film sets into a form that you can build and enjoy in reality. From Star Wars to Lord of the Rings, Lego has committed to bringing these iconic films to life in creative and innovative ways for all ages to enjoy. Many of…
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Bob Iger Sheds Some Light on the ‘Star Wars’ Movie Dilemma
Disney CEO Bob Iger has given some clarity regarding the Star Wars films situation. Speaking at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media and Telecom Conference, the executive stated that Lucasfilm is being very careful about the next movie set in the galaxy far, far away. While multiple ideas have been announced as being in development over…
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‘The Mandalorian’ Episode 2 Calls Back to ‘Star Wars: The Phantom Menace’
Editor’s Note: The following contains minor spoilers from Season 3 Episode 2 of The Mandalorian.When it comes to the world of Star Wars and all that inhabit this galaxy far, far, away, there are so many small details and callbacks that pop up throughout the different programs, be it in movies, shows, video games, or…
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Star Wars Celebration London Unveils Panels, Guests
The first panels and guests for Star Wars Celebration London have been unveiled.The official fan event, which switches each year between the U.S. and an international location, is headed to London, U.K. From April 7-10, the Force is set to take over the ExCel exhibition center in London.Among the highlights are the Lucasfilm Studio Showcase…
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‘The Mandalorian’ Season 3 Episode 2 Easter Eggs
Editor’s Note: The following contains minor spoilers from Season 3 Episode 2 of The Mandalorian.The third season of The Mandalorian ventures on with “Chapter 18: The Mines of Mandalore”. Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and Grogu finally reach the planet Mandalore, where the capital city of Sundari lay in ruins. Resolute in his quest for redemption,…
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Lucasfilm Sued by Former Producer on ‘Star Wars’ Series ‘The Acolyte’ for Breach of Contract
Lucasfilm has dealt with plenty of shakeups over “Star Wars” recently, but now the studio is facing a full-fledged lawsuit over their beloved franchise. Lawyers for producer Karyn McCarthy have filed a lawsuit against Lucasfilm over her axing from the upcoming Disney+ “Star Wars” show “The Acolyte,” Deadline is reporting.According to filings obtained by Deadline…
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All The Movie References In Poker Face Episode 9
This article contains spoilers for “Poker Face.”The penultimate episode of “Poker Face” season 1, “Escape From S*** Mountain,” saw our favorite lie-detector Charlie Cale (Natasha Lyonne) avenge three murders and narrowly escape an early grave herself.This episode is also the third and final episode that creator Rian Johnson personally directed this season. Johnson wears his…
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‘Star Wars’ Comparisons, Work Conditions, and Corey Stoll: Inside the ‘Ant-Man’ VFX of ‘Quantumania’
After exploring microscopic worlds in the first two “Ant-Man” movies, director Peyton Reed expanded into the massive Quantum Realm for the epic battle with Kang the Conqueror (Jonathan Majors) in “Quantumania.” What better way to kick off Phase 5 of the MCU?Much was made upon the film’s release of its similar look to that of…