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What Is 'The Phantom Edit'? Part 1: A Brief Backstory. Top Story - September 2018.
Next year Star Wars: The Phantom Menace celebrates its 20th anniversary. As that milestone approaches, discussions have increased about The Phantom Edit. Younger (and newer) fans may be aware of this unauthorized edit, but not know the details surrounding its creation. An essential understanding of the context of the time, as well as the intentions of the editor, is needed as the world once again is talking about Jar Jar Binks. This article is the first part of a three-part series.
By Kathy Bugajsky7 years ago in Futurism
The Sith Triumvirate
Back in May, we were treated to the second standalone Star Wars with the release of Solo: A Star Wars Story. Unfortunately, Solo was quickly slammed by fans soon after its announcement as a story we didn't need to see play out and was met with empty theaters upon its release. Star Wars fans are ready for something new, and they made this clear in their rejection of what was meant to be an act of good faith by the powers that be at Disney and Lucasfilm.
By Steve Brewer7 years ago in Futurism
Abeloth
In recent years Star Wars has begun to branch off from the main saga to explore other stories or expand on parts of the Star Wars universe. First, we were treated to Rogue One which explored how the Rebels obtained the plans to the Death Star and why it was destroyed so easily. Next we are getting Solo which is going to explore the backstory of Han Solo and several key events in his past.
By Steve Brewer7 years ago in Futurism
10 Fun Facts You Didn't Know About 'Return of the Jedi'!
It's been a while since I've done one of my "ten fun facts" articles. So, I decided to start it up again. Return of the Jedi is the final episode of the original Star Wars trilogy. Whether you love it for the story or hate it for the Ewoks, here are ten fun fact facts that you didn't know about ROTJ.
By Jonathan Sim8 years ago in Futurism
'The Princess, The Scoundrel, and the Farm Boy'
Before her planet was destroyed, before a new life of purpose found him, before the force filled him, they were a princess, a scoundrel, and a farm boy. Star Wars: A New Hope - The Princess, The Scoundrel, and the Farm Boy give a new telling to the adventures of the movie it is named for.
By Erika Farrah8 years ago in Futurism
Looking Forward to 'Star Wars: The Rule of Two' Trilogy
Recently, while out to dinner with a friend of my wife's—and in turn a friend of my own I suppose—I had the sheer pleasure of discussing the train wreck that was Star Wars VIII: The Last Jedi. Between rants about incompetent leaders, ridiculously rogue plans, misleading epic fight scenes that culminated in disappointment and very serious questions about nuclear fusion engines and momentum in a frictionless environment, we came to one perfect conclusion: we can not wait for Star Wars IX: The One That Got Away, to release. With only one good reason why: so that Star Wars fans could get the trilogy of movies they deserve.
By Caleb Sherman8 years ago in Futurism
Kelly Marie Tran, Rose Tico from 'The Last Jedi,' Speaks Out. Top Story - August 2018.
There are two feelings that you somehow can't forget: being excluded and feeling as though you're somehow "less than." According to #TheLastJedi's Kelly Marie Tran, who played maintenance worker Rose Tico, that feeling that she was somehow "other" was one that she thought was left behind her long ago. According to an essay she wrote for TheNew York Times, it was when she became a target for online trolls that these long-buried feelings came back to the surface. That was when she made the decision to delete her Instagram account.
By Christina St-Jean8 years ago in Futurism
The Vegaa Star Saga Pt. II
Obi-Wan reflected on what he had seen moments ago. An entity that was too powerful and concealed, perhaps this Titan had been dormant. Now that the Sith's reign no longer exists, it seems something far greater has stepped in its place to rule the galaxy. Obi-Wan had made eye contact with the Darkness, and at that moment, had been ripped out of his sleep. Yells and cries echo throughout. Obi-Wan was welcomed to the sound of swords swishing, canons unloading aggressively, as well as the sea water slamming against the ship's deck. What he had seen was destined to be destroyed, and now Obi-Wan had a purpose beyond his imagination.
By LUiS Wrote THiS UNiVERSE8 years ago in Futurism
The Fandom Menace. Top Story - August 2018.
For more than 40 years, Star Wars has been a cinematic phenomenon that has captured the hearts and imaginations of moviegoers worldwide. It is a brand so well recognized and beloved that it is nearly impossible to imagine a world without it. And yet, since the release of the prequels, there has been a divide forming between the fans. There seem to be factions that have arisen out of the debates that this franchise has brought up.
By J.S. Vargas8 years ago in Futurism
