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'The Last Jedi': Will Snoke's Force Ring Lead To An Era Of New Kyber Crystal Weapons In The Star Wars Universe?
Warning: the following contains potential spoilers for Episode VIII: The Last Jedi One of the more interesting toys revealed during Star Wars Force Friday was a Hasbro exclusive figure of Supreme Leader Snoke from Star Wars: The Last Jedi. The collectible shows Snoke in golden robes sitting on a futuristic throne:
By Allie Z.8 years ago in Futurism
Brilliance Within Clunkiness: 6 Times When The Dialogue In The Star Wars Prequels Was Actually Great
The fall of Anakin Skywalker and the Galactic Republic as depicted in the Star Wars prequels plays out like a true Shakespearean tragedy. Unfortunately, same can't quite be said about the dialogue within them. From the time when Anakin made his feelings about sand very clear to numerous other wooden lines, Lucas's dialogue stands as one of the key points of criticism many have towards these movies.
By Art-Peeter Roosve8 years ago in Futurism
Finn's Journey In 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' Will Get Even More Complicated
Unless you've been hiding under a rock for the past eight months, then you've probably heard something about Star Wars: The Last Jedi as well as the epic journey in store for Finn. As details emerge about The Last Jedi, information from new interviews with director Rian Johnson and actor John Boyega give fans the impression that Finn's journey will be intense. These hints give us the overall impression that his life will only be getting more complicated, both within himself and in his growing relationships with other characters.
By Allie Z.8 years ago in Futurism
Praetorian Guards Will Be Ready To Kick Ass And Take Names In 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi'
Star Wars: The Last Jedi is dishing out some major casting news and image tidbits this week, but the most interesting reveal so far has come straight from the director of the film, Rian Johnson.
By Allie Z.8 years ago in Futurism
'Star Wars 8: The Last Jedi' Director Rian Johnson Reveals Why Kylo Ren's Facial Scar Was Altered In The Trailer
A little over a week ago, the first trailer for Star Wars: The Last Jedi debuted, providing us with a small-yet-revealing look at the next chapter in the #StarWars franchise. A good portion of the trailer is dedicated to Rey, who we can safely assume is at the center of the plot once again — but towards the end, we get a glimpse of Kylo Ren and his blazing red lightsaber.
By Allie Z.8 years ago in Futurism
New Ships and the At-At You Barely Saw in the Trailer for Star Wars: The Last Jedi
With all the buzz around Star Wars: The Last Jedi and its mysterious plot, much of the discussion revolves around Rey, Luke, and the Jedi. Seeing as how the title of the next Star Wars movie is #TheLastJedi, it shouldn't be a surprise to hear that quite a bit of focus has been laid on to everything related to the Jedi. And while the Jedi are a major part of Star Wars: The Last Jedi, the movie isn't just about them.
By Allie Z.8 years ago in Futurism
Star Wars: Why Galen Marek A.K.A. Starkiller from the Force Unleashed Video Game Deserves His Own Movie
With most of the Star Wars fan enthusiasm focused on The Last Jedi right now, it's easy to forget that we have years of non-saga films to look forward to — we know that a #HanSolo standalone film is in development, but what other adventures could we see?
By Allie Z.8 years ago in Futurism
Star Wars: The Last Jedi: Where Will Rey's Journey Through the Force Take Her?
Earlier today, the trailer for Star Wars: The Last Jedi debuted, giving us a good idea of what to expect from the eight installment in the Star Wars trilogies. #TheLastJedi will continue where #TheForceAwakens left off, addressing Rey's long-awaited meeting with Luke Skywalker. Their meeting in Episode VII was cut short by the ending of the film but today's teaser trailer answers the question of what happened after Rey met with Luke in the end.
By Allie Z.8 years ago in Futurism
Luke Bi-Walker: Laura Dern's Holdo Revealed As First LGBT Star Wars Movie Character
In a galaxy far, far a gay, could the winds of change be coming to Star Wars? We may have already seen the likes of Billy Dee Williams and John Boyega represent the black community, while Daisy Ridley swung her lightsaber for gender equality, but in that world of gloopy space aliens and rusted robots, where are all the LGBT characters?
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
Mmmm, Anthology Movie We Must: Yoda And Boba Fett Spin-Offs Are Coming To Star Wars
Whip out your lightsabers and fire up the hype machine, because Star Wars is preparing target its Death Star laser at the box office takings yet again. That galaxy far, far away is certainly getting bigger, and aside from the ongoing Skywalker trilogies, Lucasfilm is apparently keen focus its efforts on expanding that already expansive universe.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
These Are Not The Spoilers You Are Looking For: Rian Johnson Actually Revealed Who The Last Jedi Is
Practice your best wookiee growl and whip out those lightsabers, because we are edging ever closer to Star Wars: The Last Jedi. The hotly anticipated sci-fi spectacle is sure to take over the box office just in time for Christmas, while hopefully continuing a legacy that is celebrating 40 years of movie magic.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
Well That Just 'Hux': 'The Last Jedi' Villain Reveals Why He Isn't in The Movie's Marketing
While the opening crawl prepares to take us to that galaxy far, far away once more, fans are whipping out their lightsabers in anticipation of Rian Johnson's upcoming Star Wars: The Last Jedi. An all-star cast of Mark Hamill, Daisy Ridley, and the late Carrie Fisher will surely take us to glory, but what about those we tend to forget?
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism