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Star Wars is a science fiction franchise set in a universe far far away.
Comparing And Contrasting The Force In ‘Star Wars’ And Magic In ‘The Lord Of The Rings’
When film or writing students learn about the hero’s journey story arc in their introductory storytelling courses, two stories are almost always used as the example of the quintessential story: Star Wars: A New Hope and The Lord of the Rings. On the outside it may seem like they do not have as much in common with Star Wars being science fiction and The Lord of the Rings being fantasy. However, their stories eerily mirror each other. They both have an unseen entity that plays a role in the story: the Force in Star Wars and magic (mostly in the form of the One Ring) in The Lord of the Rings.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
Chewbacca's Most Iconic Scenes
From the forests of Kashyyyk to the salt flats of Crait, Chewbacca has certainly seen a lot. He’s been through the ringer and served in every major war in Star Wars film history yet still managed to come out on the other side. He may be a big walking carpet, but it didn’t take long for Chewbacca to become a fan favorite. This is due in no small part to the amazing acting skills of the late Peter Mayhew. Despite not being able to talk, he still finds a way to be endearing and emotive. Even under all that fur and makeup, Mayhew is able to elevate Chewbacca to new heights across several iconic scenes. Here’s just a few of the Wookiee warrior’s more epic moments.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
What Exactly Was Palpatine's Plan For Rey And Kylo?
Somehow, Palpatine has returned, and is apparently Rey’s grandpa. Rey being a Palpatine was a controversial choice, to say the least, when it comes to The Rise of Skywalker. However, what was more confusing to some was what Palpatine's actual plan was when it came to his granddaughter. What were the grand designs of the Emperor and his future for the galaxy? For when we see him in The Rise of Skywalker, he is occupying a broken body, a decayed clone body created for him in case of his death. However, what was his long term goal, how was the Dark Lord of the Sith back, and more importantly what were his plans for Rey?
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
How 'The Shining' Almost Destroyed 'The Empire Strikes Back'
The year 1980 was a great one for the film industry, as it saw the release of two hugely successful and popular movies, each of which would go on to have a huge impact in the world. The two films in question are The Shining and The Empire Strikes Back. Both films are linked together more than just sharing the same release year however.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
The Origins Of The Rivalry Between Jedi And Sith
To many, the story of Star Wars is the ancient battle between light and dark, good vs evil, Jedi vs Sith. However what exactly started this great divide between these two sects of force wielding people? Well. the feud began in something that is related to both canon and Legends, and this is a great event called the Hundred Year Darkness.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
Will Star Wars: Visions Set the Seeds for Post-Rise of Skywalker?
Since the lackluster reception of Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker - both critically and commercially - Disney and Lucasfilm have been noticeably quiet about the Star Wars timeline after Rey proclaimed herself a Skywalker. None of the current Marvel comic series takes place during the sequel era, nor are any books announced for this timeline, and it seems that not one of the many Star Wars TV series that have been announced for Disney+ will deal with the aftermath of the Battle of Exegol. But for those who desperately want to get a glimpse of what’s the state of the galaxy after the end of the Skywalker saga, there is a spark of hope:
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
Were The Effects Of Order 66 On Clones Only Temporary?
In a recent episode of The Bad Batch, we saw something that we have not seen yet from clone troopers. Rebellion. Yes. Clones rebelling against the Empire. Since the start of the series, the clone troopers who were once heroes of the Republic as well as the last animated series in the timeline The Clone Wars have become the villains. Order 66 has been activated and they are now loyal to the Empire and the new Emperor.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
Learn The Secrets Of The Dark Side From The Dark Lord Himself
The Dark Side of The Force is a pathway to many abilities some consider to be unnatural, and now you can explore that path and those abilities as well. The tragedy of Darth Plagueis the Wise is not the only story Palpatine knew. He had so much more knowledge of the Dark Side and the Sith. For decades, Palpatine was the leader of the Galactic Republic, the secret leader of the Separatists, and one of, if not the most, powerful Siths to ever live. He no doubt knew some deep secrets and lore about the Dark Side and the Sith of old, and now they are being shared in a new book called Star Wars: The Secrets of the Sith.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
The Missed Opportunities To Explore Ben Solo's Lineage
As with any story that spans 60 years, multiple generations play key roles in the Skywalker Saga. From Anakin and Padme in the Clone Wars, to Luke, Leia, and Han during the Galactic Civil War, to Rey, Finn, and Poe opposing Kylo Ren and the First Order, a large cast of characters struggle over the balance of light and dark. The vast majority of these main players also happen to be part of the Skywalker family, leading to inherited backstory and depth for future generations. The addition of the prequel trilogy expertly added weight to the characters of Luke, Leia, Darth Vader, and Emperor Palpatine to name but a few.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
How Tupac Almost Played Mace Windu
Nowadays, when you hear of Tupac news, it tends to be rumors of his sighting in various parts of the world. Is he alive? Is he dead? The conspiracy theories surrounding the death of Tupac Shakur are one of the most popular myths up there with the assassination of Kennedy. As fun and entertaining as speculation might be, this article will not be discussing those theories. Instead, we will look at how this hip-hop icon was almost in the galaxy far, far away.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
John Wayne's Secret Role in 'Star Wars'
It is no secret that the films and television shows centering on the galaxy far, far away are chock full of Easter eggs and secret cameos for fans to try and find. It seems celebrities all over the world will do almost anything just to say they have been in Star Wars with many begging and pleading with George Lucas. There is one legendary actor who, one could say, started it all. It was "The Duke" himself, John Wayne. However, it was not exactly a cameo in the traditional sense as he did not appear on screen.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
