Star Wars Universe
The ultimate collection of movies, books, series, reviews, and more from the galaxy far, far away. May the Force be with you.
Forgetting Chewbacca
Rise of Skywalker has gotten a bad rap. For good reason. It sped through a derivative McGuffin quest, uprooting established lore at every step of the way. However, I think the most overlooked narrative mistake of the new Star Wars trilogy actually occurred in 2015’s The Force Awakens, years before anyone had the idea to make Sheev a grandpa. Grandpa Sheev. That’s an interesting family Thanksgiving. You know he’s got some conversational nuggets to share as he passes the Bantha milk.
By Stephen Joseph5 years ago in Futurism
'Star Wars' Reveals A Deleted Scene From 'Rogue One'
There has been a flurry of Star Wars news in the years since the release of Rogue One, making the 2016 film seem like an eternity ago, when it hasn't even been a full five years. Yet that's how long it's been since we've seen Darth Vader officially suited up and on camera. During the film, the dark lord's onslaught was among the most, if not the most, memorable scene. It seems as though there was a bit more screentime planned for him, though. The animation supervisor, Hal Hickel, has released a behind the scenes look at the Sith Lord looking over what appears to be a display of Mustafar, where we saw Vader in his castle during the film. Of course, it is also where Vader and Kenobi fought years prior to this in Revenge of the Sith.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
10 Things You Didn't Know About Obi-Wan Kenobi. Top Story - February 2021.
Hello there! Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi is one of the wisest and most powerful of all the Jedi during the time before the fall of the Republic. A general in the Clone Wars and Jedi Master to the Chosen One, Anakin Skywalker, Kenobi's list of accomplishments are virtually unparalleled in the Star Wars universe. A survivor of Order 66, Kenobi would pass on what he had learned to the next generation of Jedi, Luke Skywalker. Though Kenobi is one of the more complete characters in the Skywalker saga, there are still some facts about his identity that remain more obscure.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
10 Things You Didn't Know About Ahsoka Tano
We last encountered Ahsoka Tano in The Mandalorian when Din Djarin brought Grogu to her, per Bo-Katan Kryze’s tip. The Jedi refused to train Grogu because she feared that Grogu’s emotional attachment would lead him on a similar path as her former master Anakin Skywalker. She had come a long way from the brash young Jedi who wanted to prove her abilities during the Clone Wars to become the covert operative for the Alliance to Restore the Republic.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
Ewan McGregor Shares Production Update On Obi-Wan Series, While Debunking Many Rumors
The Obi-Wan Kenobi series is something that has been rumored about for years, far back enough to when it was believed that it would be a film. If that was in fact in the cards, then it was repurposed for a TV miniseries for Disney+. And that makes sense, given the highly positive reception that The Mandalorian has gotten as viewers have watched it on the streaming service.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
Excerpt From 'Star Wars: Victory's Price' Revealed
The Star Wars New Republic books have been a favorite of Star Wars fans for a long time. Who doesn’t love space battles and spaceships? The third and final installment of the Alphabet Squadron trilogy, Star Wars: Victory’s Price, comes out March 2, 2021. This new novel is written by Alexander Freed, a New York Times best-selling author. In it, the aces of the New Republic take their last shot at defeating Shadow Wing. They also deal with the aftermath of Yrica Quell’s decision to defect once again. Unfortunately, this means for our band of heroes that Yrica Quell is back at the controls of a TIE fighter. But this time, she is using her weapons on her old comrades in the New Republic.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
Lucasfilm 50th Anniversary 'Star Wars' Action Figures
2021 marks the 50th anniversary of the formation of Lucasfilm by the legendary George Lucas, and Hasbro, the toy line that makes Star Wars toys, has decided to go all out for the celebration. The overall theme is to recreate various iconic moments from the franchise throughout the entire history of the company, but with some changes.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
How to Waste an Entire Month on Star Wars… In Proper Order
Star Wars. You know it, I know it, they know it. We all know it. And if you don't know it, here's the perfect guide to get to know it. Nearing its 50th year of existence this decade (I told my dad that, and he laughed, reminiscing on how he saw the 4th Episode in theaters) the Star Wars saga we have all come to love has grown immensely. So, to all of the old watchers out there who want to expand their Star Wars knowledge, or to any of you outsiders who want in on all of the fun, get ready for the ride of your life.
By 5 years ago in Futurism
Will 'The Acolyte' Go In Depth To Explain The Sith Order?
Star Wars: The Acolyte promises to bring a whole new Star Wars experience to us all. During Disney Investors Day, Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy, revealed a lot of new upcoming Star Wars content coming to Disney+. One of these new upcoming Star Wars stories is the mysterious series The Acolyte.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
The 'Episode V' Before 'Episode V': 'Splinter Of The Minds Eye'
With 12 Star Wars feature films (including The Clone Wars) and a worldwide box office of more than $10 billion, it is hard to imagine that there once was a time when there was serious doubt about Star Wars being a splendid success.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
