The Star Wars saga is pretty perfect just the way it is, and perhaps no die-hard fan would argue otherwise. But what if things didn’t end the way they did? What if some characters faced wildly different ends than what was originally penned down for them, like Anakin Skywalker, for instance? Well, one game on the lore seems to set that perfect alternate ending for Darth Vader.
The Star Wars Universe.
This game is none other than the Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith video game, which quite literally has an alternate point of view to Anakin’s fate at the end of this story. As opposed to the one seen in the movies, this one sees Vader go full-blown evil and kill Obi-Wan Kenobi instead of letting him leave him on the lava shore, and fans just seem to love it.
Star Wars: Revenge of...
The Star Wars Universe.
This game is none other than the Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith video game, which quite literally has an alternate point of view to Anakin’s fate at the end of this story. As opposed to the one seen in the movies, this one sees Vader go full-blown evil and kill Obi-Wan Kenobi instead of letting him leave him on the lava shore, and fans just seem to love it.
Star Wars: Revenge of...
- 5/6/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
George Lucas’ Star Wars franchise features several iconic villains, including Darth Vader, whose presence was integral to the success of the original trilogy of films. As a result, when Lucas decided to work on the prequel trilogy, he wanted to create an antagonistic force that could rival the on-screen presence of Vader.
Darth Maul was first introduced in 1999’s The Phantom Menace.
As a result, Lucas created the fan-favorite character of Darth Maul, who was introduced in the first prequel trilogy film. However, Maul was killed off unceremoniously at the end of the film. Nonetheless, Lucas eventually regretted the decision to kill off such a beloved and fascinating character. Here is what George Lucas has said about Darth Maul’s creation and the decision to kill him off.
George Lucas Talks Creating Darth Maul to Replace Darth Vader For the Star Wars Prequels
George Lucas returned to write and direct...
Darth Maul was first introduced in 1999’s The Phantom Menace.
As a result, Lucas created the fan-favorite character of Darth Maul, who was introduced in the first prequel trilogy film. However, Maul was killed off unceremoniously at the end of the film. Nonetheless, Lucas eventually regretted the decision to kill off such a beloved and fascinating character. Here is what George Lucas has said about Darth Maul’s creation and the decision to kill him off.
George Lucas Talks Creating Darth Maul to Replace Darth Vader For the Star Wars Prequels
George Lucas returned to write and direct...
- 5/5/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
What makes a great lightsaber fight? The three-way rumpus between the young Obi-Wan Kenobi, his mentor Qui Gon-Jinn, and their horned -- not horny, important difference that -- opponent Darth Maul in "The Phantom Menace" is unrivaled for sheer athletic grace. Yet, for emotional stakes, it's got nothing on Obi-Wan clashing with his Padawan, Anakin Skywalker, in "Revenge of the Sith" and especially Anakin/Darth Vader's bouts with his son Luke from the original trilogy.
If we're talking about scuffles that merge fluid choreography with emotion-driven storytelling, though, it's hard to top "Star Wars Rebels." Being animated not only makes it easier for the series to construct visually dynamic lightsaber duels but also to do so in a way that serves a myriad of purposes. Those can be as simple as establishing that a mysterious villain like the Grand Inquisitor is not to be trifled with, or exploring the...
If we're talking about scuffles that merge fluid choreography with emotion-driven storytelling, though, it's hard to top "Star Wars Rebels." Being animated not only makes it easier for the series to construct visually dynamic lightsaber duels but also to do so in a way that serves a myriad of purposes. Those can be as simple as establishing that a mysterious villain like the Grand Inquisitor is not to be trifled with, or exploring the...
- 5/5/2024
- by Sandy Schaefer
- Slash Film
May 4, 2024, marks Star Wars Day when fans come together to celebrate the iconic space opera franchise. However, not all aspects of the franchise are equally adored by fans. Such an occasion calls for an examination of certain creative choices that ended up being for the worse, such as the redemption of Kylo Ren in the sequels.
Adam Driver’s Kylo Ren underwent a divisive redemption arc in the Star Wars franchise
Adam Driver’s Kylo Ren was built up as an antagonistic force for the Disney-produced sequel trilogy, which polarized the fanbase. Part of the reason for the divisive reaction was an ineffective storyline across the three films, which included plot points such as Kylo Ren’s redemption. Here is how Kylo Ren’s character arc changed according to Adam Driver and how it screwed up the sequels.
Adam Driver Reveals the Real Character Arc For Kylo Ren in the...
Adam Driver’s Kylo Ren underwent a divisive redemption arc in the Star Wars franchise
Adam Driver’s Kylo Ren was built up as an antagonistic force for the Disney-produced sequel trilogy, which polarized the fanbase. Part of the reason for the divisive reaction was an ineffective storyline across the three films, which included plot points such as Kylo Ren’s redemption. Here is how Kylo Ren’s character arc changed according to Adam Driver and how it screwed up the sequels.
Adam Driver Reveals the Real Character Arc For Kylo Ren in the...
- 5/4/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
May the 4th is here! With it comes a huge sale, including savings on Star Wars Lego sets!
Amazon has launched a page dedicated to deals on Star Wars merchandise. While it does cover nearly every item imaginable, the best savings are on those expensive Lego kits. Some have had their price tags cut by up to 40%.
The Lego sets included in the May the 4th sale are:
Luke Skywalker’s X-Wing (75301) – $34.99
Phantom II (75357) – $127.99
18″ tall Chewbacca (75371) _ $139.99
Yes, there are only three in this massive sale. I was expecting more, too. However, Amazon discounted a bunch of other stuff, from toys to T-shirts to even pet outfits.
Image Source: Amazon
Amazon says that these Star Wars Day deals are exclusive. It’s true; these items don’t appear to be discounted elsewhere. But if you’re looking for Vintage Collection toys, Funko Pops, and Black Series figures, you’ll have to head to Entertainment Earth.
Amazon has launched a page dedicated to deals on Star Wars merchandise. While it does cover nearly every item imaginable, the best savings are on those expensive Lego kits. Some have had their price tags cut by up to 40%.
The Lego sets included in the May the 4th sale are:
Luke Skywalker’s X-Wing (75301) – $34.99
Phantom II (75357) – $127.99
18″ tall Chewbacca (75371) _ $139.99
Yes, there are only three in this massive sale. I was expecting more, too. However, Amazon discounted a bunch of other stuff, from toys to T-shirts to even pet outfits.
Image Source: Amazon
Amazon says that these Star Wars Day deals are exclusive. It’s true; these items don’t appear to be discounted elsewhere. But if you’re looking for Vintage Collection toys, Funko Pops, and Black Series figures, you’ll have to head to Entertainment Earth.
- 5/4/2024
- by Mike Phalin
- Pirates & Princesses
Star Wars: Dark Empire's Luke Skywalker And The Phantom Menace's Darth Maul Get New Hot Toys Figures
When Disney acquired Lucasfilm from George Lucas for a whopping $4 billion, the Star Wars Expanded Universe immediately concluded and was latter dubbed "Legends."
This wasn't a shock as there was no way the studio would ever be beholden to decades worth of comics and tie-in novels while trying to create a new trilogy of movies - not to mention countless tie-in stories - set in a Galaxy Far, Far Away.
Understandably, many Star Wars fans have been upset to see the characters and tales they loved from the EU era sidelined and largely forgotten. However, Disney has incorporated elements of them into the new canon from the start, with Grand Admiral Thrawn's Star Wars Rebels role a perfect example of that.
As we first reported on SFFGazette.com, we're also slowly starting to see merchandise based on those stories, and Hot Toys has today unveiled a Luke Skywalker figure based...
This wasn't a shock as there was no way the studio would ever be beholden to decades worth of comics and tie-in novels while trying to create a new trilogy of movies - not to mention countless tie-in stories - set in a Galaxy Far, Far Away.
Understandably, many Star Wars fans have been upset to see the characters and tales they loved from the EU era sidelined and largely forgotten. However, Disney has incorporated elements of them into the new canon from the start, with Grand Admiral Thrawn's Star Wars Rebels role a perfect example of that.
As we first reported on SFFGazette.com, we're also slowly starting to see merchandise based on those stories, and Hot Toys has today unveiled a Luke Skywalker figure based...
- 5/4/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Top 5 Lightsaber Duels in Star Wars History - Main Image
The lightsaber, a weapon like no other, is a key element in the unique and captivating duels of Star Wars. These are not just battles with futuristic laser swords, but epic confrontations that evoke a range of emotions, from cheering to tears, and often warrant a rewind for an instant replay.
From fiery lava to being thrown from a cliff, any fan would know that it will be intense and graceful simultaneously once lightsabers are involved.
Check out our top 5 lightsaber duels from the Star Wars franchise.
5. Rey vs Kylo Ren on Kef Bir (The Rise of Skywalker)
This was a tense and emotionally charged lightsaber duel between Rey and Kylo Ren on the remnants of the second fallen Death Star during The Rise of Skywalker. The backdrop of the crashing waves and crumbling wreckage sets the stage for an epic confrontation.
The lightsaber, a weapon like no other, is a key element in the unique and captivating duels of Star Wars. These are not just battles with futuristic laser swords, but epic confrontations that evoke a range of emotions, from cheering to tears, and often warrant a rewind for an instant replay.
From fiery lava to being thrown from a cliff, any fan would know that it will be intense and graceful simultaneously once lightsabers are involved.
Check out our top 5 lightsaber duels from the Star Wars franchise.
5. Rey vs Kylo Ren on Kef Bir (The Rise of Skywalker)
This was a tense and emotionally charged lightsaber duel between Rey and Kylo Ren on the remnants of the second fallen Death Star during The Rise of Skywalker. The backdrop of the crashing waves and crumbling wreckage sets the stage for an epic confrontation.
- 5/3/2024
- EpicStream
Being as humongous and intricate as it is, the Star Wars franchise has had several plotholes that continue to confuse fans. From the Galaxy forgetting the Jedi to Palpatine’s secret horde of superweapons, there are several instances and events that remain unsolved. And one of the biggest plotholes is the relationship between Princess Leia and Luke Skywalker in the first film.
Leia and Luke in the original Star Wars trilogy
From their incestuous kiss to their alleged romantic trope, the misunderstanding of the two being romantically involved was also aided by John Williams’ romantic musical score. And the legendary composer solely blames George Lucas for his mistake.
John Williams’ Star Wars Mistake Was All Because of George Lucas
Star Wars’ composer, John Williams (Image: YouTube | Stephan Aubé)
George Lucas‘ first Star Wars movie was more of a gamble, with no expectations that it would even be a hit let...
Leia and Luke in the original Star Wars trilogy
From their incestuous kiss to their alleged romantic trope, the misunderstanding of the two being romantically involved was also aided by John Williams’ romantic musical score. And the legendary composer solely blames George Lucas for his mistake.
John Williams’ Star Wars Mistake Was All Because of George Lucas
Star Wars’ composer, John Williams (Image: YouTube | Stephan Aubé)
George Lucas‘ first Star Wars movie was more of a gamble, with no expectations that it would even be a hit let...
- 5/2/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Return of the Jedi serves as the epic conclusion to George Lucas’ sacred original trilogy, which is revered for its cinematic brilliance even today. The film not only delivers the kind of visual spectacle one expects from a Star Wars film, but also provides a resolution to several plot threads and character arcs in a compelling fashion.
A deleted scene from Return of the Jedi shows Darth Vader reaching out to Luke through the Force.
However, all the fluency of the film could have been desecrated had Lucas decided to keep one scene that was thankfully deleted. The scene features a brief interaction between Darth Vader and Luke Skywalker, through the use of the Force. However, the context and placement of the scene would have almost disrupted everything that Return of the Jedi executes successfully, and here is why.
Return of the Jedi Nearly Featured Darth Vader Reaching Out to...
A deleted scene from Return of the Jedi shows Darth Vader reaching out to Luke through the Force.
However, all the fluency of the film could have been desecrated had Lucas decided to keep one scene that was thankfully deleted. The scene features a brief interaction between Darth Vader and Luke Skywalker, through the use of the Force. However, the context and placement of the scene would have almost disrupted everything that Return of the Jedi executes successfully, and here is why.
Return of the Jedi Nearly Featured Darth Vader Reaching Out to...
- 5/1/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
The Lion King has been a classic in Disney’s record. It was a spectacle for audiences, following the story of the nobility of the animal kingdom. Fans have a very emotional connection with the movie, and it has also become an important part of the entertainment company’s history. When a piece of art becomes timeless and iconic, it is only inevitable that there will be remakes.
A still from Mufasa: The Lion King (via YouTube)
In 2019, the same was done with the animated film, which was translated into live-action. While the film got some mixed reviews, it was extremely successful at the box office. So much so, that the once stand-alone film is getting a sequel in the same medium.
The trailer for Mufasa: The Lion King was recently released, and fans are extremely impressed at how good it looks. Despite this, many are hesitant to watch the...
A still from Mufasa: The Lion King (via YouTube)
In 2019, the same was done with the animated film, which was translated into live-action. While the film got some mixed reviews, it was extremely successful at the box office. So much so, that the once stand-alone film is getting a sequel in the same medium.
The trailer for Mufasa: The Lion King was recently released, and fans are extremely impressed at how good it looks. Despite this, many are hesitant to watch the...
- 4/30/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Star Wars is a franchise known for having villains as rich as the heroes. The films have featured iconic villains such as the Sith Lords Darth Vader and Emperor Palpatine. However, The Mandalorian introduced viewers to a different kind of negative force in the form of the ever-conniving Moff Gideon, played by Giancarlo Esposito.
Moff Gideon’s true goal in The Mandalorian remains a mystery.
Gideon served as the primary antagonist for the first three seasons of The Mandalorian. However, despite his ruthless pursuit of Grogu, aka Baby Yoda, little has been revealed about the motivations and true objectives of Gideon. As a result, there has been speculation among fans about Gideon’s eventual goal, which just might be to follow in Vader’s footsteps and become a Sith Lord.
Why Giancarlo Esposito’s Moff Gideon Wanted to Become a Sith Lord in The Mandalorian
Giancarlo Esposito debuted as Moff...
Moff Gideon’s true goal in The Mandalorian remains a mystery.
Gideon served as the primary antagonist for the first three seasons of The Mandalorian. However, despite his ruthless pursuit of Grogu, aka Baby Yoda, little has been revealed about the motivations and true objectives of Gideon. As a result, there has been speculation among fans about Gideon’s eventual goal, which just might be to follow in Vader’s footsteps and become a Sith Lord.
Why Giancarlo Esposito’s Moff Gideon Wanted to Become a Sith Lord in The Mandalorian
Giancarlo Esposito debuted as Moff...
- 4/30/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
The ‘Star Wars’ universe has been expanding exponentially over the past decade or so, with numerous shows, animated series, and even a ton of new movies. The sequel trilogy was a success, and the fans quickly fell in love with Kylo Ren – one of the main antagonists of the trilogy, portrayed by the talented Adam Driver.
Eventually, Kylo Ren turned back to the Light Side and became Ben Solo again, sacrificing himself for the greater good. As it usually happens in ‘Star Wars,’ fans were hoping that the death wasn’t permanent. Well, if we were to listen to Driver’s recent statements, it seems that a potential return of Kylo Ren is not in the books.
Adam recently joined the Smartless podcast and spoke to Jason Bateman, Will Arnett, and Sean Hayes while promoting his newest film, ‘Ferrari.’ The hosts asked Driver about what’s going on with the...
Eventually, Kylo Ren turned back to the Light Side and became Ben Solo again, sacrificing himself for the greater good. As it usually happens in ‘Star Wars,’ fans were hoping that the death wasn’t permanent. Well, if we were to listen to Driver’s recent statements, it seems that a potential return of Kylo Ren is not in the books.
Adam recently joined the Smartless podcast and spoke to Jason Bateman, Will Arnett, and Sean Hayes while promoting his newest film, ‘Ferrari.’ The hosts asked Driver about what’s going on with the...
- 12/30/2023
- by Luka Glavas
- Comic Basics
After playing Kylo Ren in The Force Awakens, The Last Jedi, and The Rise of Skywalker, Adam Driver has confirmed that he’s done with the Star Wars franchise.
“They’re doing stuff, but not with me. I’m not doing it anymore,” Adam Driver said on the Smartless podcast. When he was asked if this was because Kylo Ren’s story had concluded, the actor responded, “Yeah.“
Related Michael Mann lists his favorite movies, which includes Avatar
It’s not entirely surprising to hear that Driver is leaving Star Wars behind, but you never know what the future may bring. Daisy Ridley is set to return for a new Star Wars movie which takes place 15 years after the events of The Rise of Skywalker. “The First Order has fallen, the Jedi are in chaos — there’s even a question of how many exist anymore — and Rey’s building the New Jedi Order,...
“They’re doing stuff, but not with me. I’m not doing it anymore,” Adam Driver said on the Smartless podcast. When he was asked if this was because Kylo Ren’s story had concluded, the actor responded, “Yeah.“
Related Michael Mann lists his favorite movies, which includes Avatar
It’s not entirely surprising to hear that Driver is leaving Star Wars behind, but you never know what the future may bring. Daisy Ridley is set to return for a new Star Wars movie which takes place 15 years after the events of The Rise of Skywalker. “The First Order has fallen, the Jedi are in chaos — there’s even a question of how many exist anymore — and Rey’s building the New Jedi Order,...
- 12/29/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
This Rebel Moon article contains spoilers.
After rolling credits on Rebel Moon Part 1: A Child of Fire, you won’t be surprised to learn the Netflix movie began life as a pitch for a new Star Wars film. Director Zack Snyder brought his idea for a “more mature” Star Wars movie to Lucasfilm just before Disney’s takeover of the studio. While that version of what would become Rebel Moon never got off the ground, it freed Snyder to create his homage to George Lucas and Akira Kurosawa’s Seven Samurai completely in his own way, without having to stick to the established rules of the galaxy far, far away. The result is a movie that plays with all of Lucas’ toys but in a much darker universe full of “violence, sex, and swearing.”
Yet, while Snyder goes his own way with some of the material, there’s no...
After rolling credits on Rebel Moon Part 1: A Child of Fire, you won’t be surprised to learn the Netflix movie began life as a pitch for a new Star Wars film. Director Zack Snyder brought his idea for a “more mature” Star Wars movie to Lucasfilm just before Disney’s takeover of the studio. While that version of what would become Rebel Moon never got off the ground, it freed Snyder to create his homage to George Lucas and Akira Kurosawa’s Seven Samurai completely in his own way, without having to stick to the established rules of the galaxy far, far away. The result is a movie that plays with all of Lucas’ toys but in a much darker universe full of “violence, sex, and swearing.”
Yet, while Snyder goes his own way with some of the material, there’s no...
- 12/22/2023
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
Four years on, we’re still learning new things about The Rise of Skywalker and the behind the scenes decisions that led to the highly divisive final chapter of the Star Wars Sequel Trilogy. For some, Episode IX was a return to form for the franchise, while for others, it paled in comparison to what came before, particularly the equally divisive The Last Jedi, because it chose to play the hits instead of saying anything new about characters or their world.
In particular, there are still fans out there debating the movie’s most controversial and surprising arc — Kylo Ren’s return to the light side, shedding his Supreme Leader guise and becoming Ben Solo once again, and the infamous kiss with Daisy Ridley’s Rey that followed. Diehard “Reylo” fans — those who support Rey and Kylo’s romantic connection — would tell you their smooch on Exegol tracks with their arc across the Sequel Trilogy,...
In particular, there are still fans out there debating the movie’s most controversial and surprising arc — Kylo Ren’s return to the light side, shedding his Supreme Leader guise and becoming Ben Solo once again, and the infamous kiss with Daisy Ridley’s Rey that followed. Diehard “Reylo” fans — those who support Rey and Kylo’s romantic connection — would tell you their smooch on Exegol tracks with their arc across the Sequel Trilogy,...
- 12/19/2023
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
Almost 20 years later, Order 66 — where all the Jedi were suddenly labeled as traitors and thus subject to execution — remains one of the biggest moments of all of "Star Wars". Since the very first "Star Wars" film we'd heard about the Jedi being hunted down — but when it finally happened, it was worse than fans could have imagined.
It is a tragic and harrowing scene that shows several Jedi killed, not by Vader himself or some formidable Sith enemy, but by the very soldiers the Jedi fought alongside. It remains one of the coolest things George Lucas has ever done, and a scene that only got better and more tragic as "The Clone Wars" expanded the relationship between Jedi and clone trooper during the war.
We saw the two groups bond throughout the war, becoming not just allies, but friends. This is particularly true of Anakin, Obi-Wan, and Ahsoka's squads.
It is a tragic and harrowing scene that shows several Jedi killed, not by Vader himself or some formidable Sith enemy, but by the very soldiers the Jedi fought alongside. It remains one of the coolest things George Lucas has ever done, and a scene that only got better and more tragic as "The Clone Wars" expanded the relationship between Jedi and clone trooper during the war.
We saw the two groups bond throughout the war, becoming not just allies, but friends. This is particularly true of Anakin, Obi-Wan, and Ahsoka's squads.
- 12/11/2023
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
The Prequel Trilogy remains a fascinating thing within the larger "Star Wars" canon. It's a mixed bag that angered many lovers of the series at the time of its release and yet, for a new generation, it's the "Star Wars" they group up with and wholly embrace, in no small part thanks to "The Clone Wars" TV series expanding that corner of the galaxy greatly. One thing that is widely agreed upon, however, is that 2005's "Revenge of the Sith," aka Episode III, is the best of the bunch. It's also maybe the biggest "What if?" moment in the history of the franchise, as the events could have unfolded any number of ways. The tie-in video game that was released along with the movie included an alternate ending that would have - not to be dramatic — changed the course of "Star Wars" history as we know it.
As was more common at the time,...
As was more common at the time,...
- 12/8/2023
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
There's long been this narrative that some "Star Wars" fans are mad that "The Force Awakens" threw out George Lucas's ideas for the continuation of the Skywalker Saga and that it doesn't really have anything to do with him. And while there was a version of the stories from George Lucas' blueprint that would have delved deeper into the Whills and midi-chlorians, the brunt of ideas that we were presented with in the sequel trilogy came right from Lucas' brain. From Luke's turn from the Force to the character of Rey and many points in between, "The Force Awakens" is a mirrored reflection of many of George Lucas' early ideas going straight back to the early drafts of the screenplay for "A New Hope."
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It's Like Poetry, It Rhymes.
The biggest clue that "The Force Awakens" fits neatly in the...
Read more: The Best Star Wars Books Ever Written
It's Like Poetry, It Rhymes.
The biggest clue that "The Force Awakens" fits neatly in the...
- 12/7/2023
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
When actor David Prowse was filming "Star Wars" back in 1976, he knew that his face would be obscured by a mask, but he hadn't yet any clue that his voice was going to be dubbed over by another actor. Famously, Prowse's vocal performance was replaced by award-winning actor James Earl Jones. Fans of "Star Wars" may have come to associate the character of Darth Vader with both Prowse and Jones, but there was a period when Prowse was miffed he wasn't able to provide his own vocals. Jones has said that Darth Vader belongs entirely to Prowse, as his voice wasn't so much a performance as an enhancing special effect.
By the time the 1980 sequel, "The Empire Strikes Back" was being made in 1979, Prowse knew the score, understanding that his voice was to be used as a place-holder until Jones could be brought in to dub it over. This allowed...
By the time the 1980 sequel, "The Empire Strikes Back" was being made in 1979, Prowse knew the score, understanding that his voice was to be used as a place-holder until Jones could be brought in to dub it over. This allowed...
- 11/26/2023
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
Shawn Levy is revealing a key inspiration for his upcoming MCU film Deadpool 3!
The 55-year-old director has previously helmed Free Guy, The Adam Project, and several episodes of Stranger Things.
According to Shawn, part of Deadpool 3 was modeled after a pivotal Star Wars moment.
Keep reading to find out more…
In an essay for Esquire, Shawn reflected on how Star Wars influenced his approach to a particular scene.
“I went to the theater again and again to see Return of the Jedi,” he began. “I vividly remember the scene in which Luke is hiding from Vader in the Emperor’s room and Vader gives the speech that ends with ‘If you will not turn to the dark side, then perhaps your sister will.’”
Shawn recalled the “forty seconds of stillness from the audience, then the spectacle and emotion” he experienced while watching the 1983 film in a packed theater.
The 55-year-old director has previously helmed Free Guy, The Adam Project, and several episodes of Stranger Things.
According to Shawn, part of Deadpool 3 was modeled after a pivotal Star Wars moment.
Keep reading to find out more…
In an essay for Esquire, Shawn reflected on how Star Wars influenced his approach to a particular scene.
“I went to the theater again and again to see Return of the Jedi,” he began. “I vividly remember the scene in which Luke is hiding from Vader in the Emperor’s room and Vader gives the speech that ends with ‘If you will not turn to the dark side, then perhaps your sister will.’”
Shawn recalled the “forty seconds of stillness from the audience, then the spectacle and emotion” he experienced while watching the 1983 film in a packed theater.
- 11/11/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Deadpool 3 director Shawn Levy is using a key Star Wars scene as the inspiration for what he wants to do in his new film.
In an essay for Esquire, Levy wrote about the magic of watching a film in a packed theater. To illustate, he recalled a Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader interaction in 1983’s Return of the Jedi.
“I vividly remember the scene in which Luke is hiding from Vader in the Emperor’s room and Vader gives the speech that ends with ‘If you will not turn to the dark side, then perhaps your sister will.’ It was dead quiet. Pin-drop silence,” Levy wrote. He said that the “forty seconds of stillness from the audience, then the spectacle and emotion,” remains seared, “not just in my eyeballs, but in my heart to this day.”
He said he used that memory when filming a key scene in Deadpool 3.
In an essay for Esquire, Levy wrote about the magic of watching a film in a packed theater. To illustate, he recalled a Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader interaction in 1983’s Return of the Jedi.
“I vividly remember the scene in which Luke is hiding from Vader in the Emperor’s room and Vader gives the speech that ends with ‘If you will not turn to the dark side, then perhaps your sister will.’ It was dead quiet. Pin-drop silence,” Levy wrote. He said that the “forty seconds of stillness from the audience, then the spectacle and emotion,” remains seared, “not just in my eyeballs, but in my heart to this day.”
He said he used that memory when filming a key scene in Deadpool 3.
- 11/4/2023
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Clockwise from top left: Darth Vader helmet (Photo: Mj Kim/Getty Images); James Bond’s 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (Photo by Oli Scarff/Getty Images); Dorothy’s ruby slippers (Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images); A model X-Wing fighter (Photo: John Phillips/Getty Images)Graphic: The A.V. Club
Sometimes, C-3Po just doesn’t understand human behavior.
Sometimes, C-3Po just doesn’t understand human behavior.
- 10/30/2023
- by Ian Spelling
- avclub.com
Most film franchises seem to insist on the escalation of stakes. The first Avengers film centered around saving New York from a horde of aliens; "Infinity War" focused on protecting the entire known universe. This desire to raise the stakes with each new entry often backfires, like when the "X-Men" prequel movies centered their third film on another sprawling end-of-the-world storyline, after two movies in a row where the entire world was at stake. "X-Men: Apocalypse" was the perfect opportunity for a breezier, more slice-of-life storyline, but it's not what fans got.
In the original draft of "The Empire Strikes Back," Luke's final confrontation with Darth Vader and The Emperor was originally supposed to abide by this same rule. For their rematch in the climax of the next film, Director Richard Marquand's first plan was to make the scene "bigger than the fight in 'Empire,'" as he explained...
In the original draft of "The Empire Strikes Back," Luke's final confrontation with Darth Vader and The Emperor was originally supposed to abide by this same rule. For their rematch in the climax of the next film, Director Richard Marquand's first plan was to make the scene "bigger than the fight in 'Empire,'" as he explained...
- 9/10/2023
- by Michael Boyle
- Slash Film
This Ahsoka article contains spoilers.
The true identity of former Inquisitor Marrok is a key mystery that Ahsoka fans have been obsessed with solving for the past four episodes. Unsurprisingly, the enigmatic villain sparked many theories.
Some fans believed Marrok to secretly be the new canon version of Starkiller from The Force Unleashed video games, while others were sure it must be Ezra Bridger turned to the dark side. Others even suggested that Marrok could be the former Padawan Barriss Offee who was Ahsoka’s friend before she framed Ahsoka for bombing the Jedi Temple and got her kicked out of the Order. But now with Marrok’s sudden death at the hands of Ahsoka in “Fallen Jedi,” we’re left with even more questions than answers. That said, one clue from his death scene suggests we’re headed toward a particularly horror-tinged twist later in the series…
After Ahsoka strikes Marrok with her lightsaber,...
The true identity of former Inquisitor Marrok is a key mystery that Ahsoka fans have been obsessed with solving for the past four episodes. Unsurprisingly, the enigmatic villain sparked many theories.
Some fans believed Marrok to secretly be the new canon version of Starkiller from The Force Unleashed video games, while others were sure it must be Ezra Bridger turned to the dark side. Others even suggested that Marrok could be the former Padawan Barriss Offee who was Ahsoka’s friend before she framed Ahsoka for bombing the Jedi Temple and got her kicked out of the Order. But now with Marrok’s sudden death at the hands of Ahsoka in “Fallen Jedi,” we’re left with even more questions than answers. That said, one clue from his death scene suggests we’re headed toward a particularly horror-tinged twist later in the series…
After Ahsoka strikes Marrok with her lightsaber,...
- 9/6/2023
- by Brynnaarens
- Den of Geek
Ahsoka Tano was first introduced in the 2008 animated film Star Wars: The Clone Wars, which served as a precursor to the animated series of the same name. While Ahsoka isn’t necessarily the main character, The Clone Wars follows her journey as Anakin Skywalker’s padawan, including why she ultimately left the Jedi Order and how she escaped Order 66. She returned in Rebels, which takes place in the five years leading up to A New Hope, and we know she survived the Galactic Civil War given her return in The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, and her own series Ahsoka, all of which take place five years after Return of the Jedi — between 9 and 10 years Aby (after the Battle of Yavin in A New Hope). But since Ahsoka clearly survived the war with the Empire, where was she during the Original Trilogy? Why wasn’t she around to help...
- 9/6/2023
- by Brynnaarens
- Den of Geek
Hayden Christensen returned as Anakin Skywalker in this week’s episode of “Ahsoka” — yes, we mean Anakin, not Darth Vader — fulfilling the hopes of fans who hoped to see a live action version of him and his former padawan together. But the all-too-brief return left us with questions.
First and foremost: did Ahsoka just get him in Force Ghost form?
The moment came in the final minutes of episode four, after Ahsoka (Rosario Dawson) loses a lightsaber duel with Baylan Skoll (the late Ray Stevenson) and falls off a cliff. When she wakes up, she’s in a Force dimension known as the World Between Worlds, first introduced in “Star Wars Rebels.”
With a coy “Hello, Snips,” — Ahsoka’s nickname from him — “I didn’t expect to see you so soon,” the camera turns to reveal Christensen, de-aged to his most glorious “Revenge of the Sith” appearance, before the credits roll.
First and foremost: did Ahsoka just get him in Force Ghost form?
The moment came in the final minutes of episode four, after Ahsoka (Rosario Dawson) loses a lightsaber duel with Baylan Skoll (the late Ray Stevenson) and falls off a cliff. When she wakes up, she’s in a Force dimension known as the World Between Worlds, first introduced in “Star Wars Rebels.”
With a coy “Hello, Snips,” — Ahsoka’s nickname from him — “I didn’t expect to see you so soon,” the camera turns to reveal Christensen, de-aged to his most glorious “Revenge of the Sith” appearance, before the credits roll.
- 9/6/2023
- by Andi Ortiz
- The Wrap
Alec Guinness's complicated relationship with "Star Wars" is well documented. Depending on his mood, he'd either call that first film "a marvelous, healthy innocence" or "fairy-tale rubbish." The intense fandom that was inspired by the 1977 original film played a role in alienating the classically trained actor who wished to be known for nuanced portrayal of Shakespearean characters instead of a space wizard, but once "Star Wars" released, his performance as Obi-Wan Kenobi became a career-defining part and Guinness had no say in the matter.
Reports differ on Kenobi's fate in that first film. What fans had heard for years was that Guinness forced that decision on Lucas because he thought the movie was a stinker and he wanted to be killed off, but in J.W. Rinzler's incredible "The Making of Star Wars," George Lucas says that was a decision he himself came to very late in the process.
Reports differ on Kenobi's fate in that first film. What fans had heard for years was that Guinness forced that decision on Lucas because he thought the movie was a stinker and he wanted to be killed off, but in J.W. Rinzler's incredible "The Making of Star Wars," George Lucas says that was a decision he himself came to very late in the process.
- 5/20/2023
- by Eric Vespe
- Slash Film
As the story goes, George Lucas at one point planned to make a Skywalker family epic consisting of 12 movies across four trilogies, with Episode Xii serving as the true grand finale of the saga where our heroes would finally face the dreaded Emperor. But then he cut that outline down to nine films, with Luke’s sister (not originally Leia) joining the fray around Episode VIII, just in time for the final battle in Episode IX, according to Gary Kurtz, who produced the first two Star Wars films.
Then, in the early ’80s, Lucas decided to cut down the story further. He pushed up the final battle with the Dark Lord of the Sith to Episode VI, the initially titled Revenge of the Jedi, which would also reveal that Leia had been Luke’s long-lost sister all along (despite their famous smooch in The Empire Strikes Back). Lucas is something...
Then, in the early ’80s, Lucas decided to cut down the story further. He pushed up the final battle with the Dark Lord of the Sith to Episode VI, the initially titled Revenge of the Jedi, which would also reveal that Leia had been Luke’s long-lost sister all along (despite their famous smooch in The Empire Strikes Back). Lucas is something...
- 5/19/2023
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
Darth Vader “was such an iconic character ever since I was a little kid, so getting to play this role was really just the opportunity of a lifetime,” reveals Hayden Christensen about returning to the “Star Wars” fold as the legendary character. For our recent webchat he adds, “I don’t know that I could ever fully get my head around how big it was, just because it didn’t really serve my purposes as an actor, and trying to figure out how to play this character,” he explains, “to come back all these years later and do some more with him has just been a phenomenal experience.” Watch our exclusive video interview above.
See ‘Prey’ at the Emmys: Big movie could dominate small screen awards
In “Obi-Wan Kenobi,” Christensen reprises his role as the iconic Darth Vader alongside Emmy winner Ewan McGregor, returning as the titular Jedi master from the “Star Wars” prequel trilogy.
See ‘Prey’ at the Emmys: Big movie could dominate small screen awards
In “Obi-Wan Kenobi,” Christensen reprises his role as the iconic Darth Vader alongside Emmy winner Ewan McGregor, returning as the titular Jedi master from the “Star Wars” prequel trilogy.
- 5/19/2023
- by Rob Licuria
- Gold Derby
Gaston Browne Heralds A New Green Economy For Antigua & Barbuda and Redonda! In a surprising turn of events, the charismatic billionaire Alki David and his genetically cloned Doberman dog, Vader, recently embarked on an unforgettable adventure in Antigua and Barbuda. The pair made an extraordinary visit to Gaston Browne’s Government House and Parliament, leaving […]
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- 5/17/2023
- by Grady Owen
- ShockYa
There are some moments in filmmaking that must truly have been breathtaking to witness on set. For me, several of those exist within the "Star Wars" franchise. From Vader's "I am your father" line in "The Empire Strikes Back" to "The Duel of the Fates" lightsaber battle between Obi-Wan Kenobi, Qui-Gon Jin, and Darth Maul in "The Phantom Menace," there are plenty of times when jaws must have dropped while filming. Now we can add the lightsaber battle between Obi-Wan (Ewan McGregor) and Darth Vader (Hayden Christensen) on the Disney+ series "Obi-Wan Kenobi," because apparently, the whole crew stopped to watch. (And who can blame them?)
McGregor and Christensen had plenty of experience working together from their time in the prequel movies, and they did most of their lightsaber fighting themselves. At a Star Wars Celebration 2023 panel in London, attended by /Film's Hannah Shaw-Williams, "Obi-Wan Kenobi" director Deborah Chow,...
McGregor and Christensen had plenty of experience working together from their time in the prequel movies, and they did most of their lightsaber fighting themselves. At a Star Wars Celebration 2023 panel in London, attended by /Film's Hannah Shaw-Williams, "Obi-Wan Kenobi" director Deborah Chow,...
- 4/10/2023
- by Danielle Ryan
- Slash Film
This post contains spoilers for "Obi-Wan Kenobi."
Star Wars Celebration 2023 is in full effect, offering fans both in London and at home around the world the chance to hear the latest news about the galaxy far, far away, including the return of "Star Wars" to the big screen, brand new trailers to upcoming shows, and also a chance to watch the cast of their favorite projects reminisce about making a Star War.
Though there was no news about a season 2 renewal, the "Obi-Wan Kenobi" panel at Celebration did have plenty of emotional moments, as the cast of the show was finally able to discuss all the secrets, twists, and emotional and shocking developments of the series. This included the surprise of young Leia (Vivien Lyra Blair) playing a pivotal role in the story, and the emotional reunion between Obi-Wan (Ewan McGregor) and Anakin, now Darth Vader (Hayden Christensen).
The cast,...
Star Wars Celebration 2023 is in full effect, offering fans both in London and at home around the world the chance to hear the latest news about the galaxy far, far away, including the return of "Star Wars" to the big screen, brand new trailers to upcoming shows, and also a chance to watch the cast of their favorite projects reminisce about making a Star War.
Though there was no news about a season 2 renewal, the "Obi-Wan Kenobi" panel at Celebration did have plenty of emotional moments, as the cast of the show was finally able to discuss all the secrets, twists, and emotional and shocking developments of the series. This included the surprise of young Leia (Vivien Lyra Blair) playing a pivotal role in the story, and the emotional reunion between Obi-Wan (Ewan McGregor) and Anakin, now Darth Vader (Hayden Christensen).
The cast,...
- 4/9/2023
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
This has Darth Vader’s fingerprints all over it.
Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy shared some disappointing news regarding the future of Obi-Wan Kenobi at Saturday’s Star Wars Celebration in London.
More from TVLineFirst Ahsoka Series Trailer Features Sabine, Hera, Grand Admiral Thrawn and an 'Heir to the Empire' NodStar Wars: The Acolyte Casts Solo's Joonas Suotamo as Wookiee JediAndor Season 2 Is Halfway Done With Filming -- When Will It Premiere?
Season 2 of the Disney+ series starring Ewan McGregor “is not an active development,” Kennedy told our sister site Variety, before adding, “But I never say never, because there’s always the possibility.
Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy shared some disappointing news regarding the future of Obi-Wan Kenobi at Saturday’s Star Wars Celebration in London.
More from TVLineFirst Ahsoka Series Trailer Features Sabine, Hera, Grand Admiral Thrawn and an 'Heir to the Empire' NodStar Wars: The Acolyte Casts Solo's Joonas Suotamo as Wookiee JediAndor Season 2 Is Halfway Done With Filming -- When Will It Premiere?
Season 2 of the Disney+ series starring Ewan McGregor “is not an active development,” Kennedy told our sister site Variety, before adding, “But I never say never, because there’s always the possibility.
- 4/8/2023
- by Claire Franken
- TVLine.com
During a retrospective panel at Star Wars Celebration 2023 in London, Disney confirmed that "Return of the Jedi," the finale to the original "Star Wars" trilogy, will be returning to theaters for a limited run.
In the U.S., "Return of the Jedi" will play in theaters from April 28 to May 4 (aka Star Wars Day). The U.K. will enjoy a slightly shorter run from April 28 to May 1. This theatrical rerelease, which commemorates the 40th anniversary of the film's original debut, was rumored earlier this year after the Dolby website listed the film as being available in theaters in late April.
It's likely that the 1997 Special Edition of "Return of the Jedi" will be the one screened; at 2017's Star Wars Celebration, Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy indicated there was no intention of restoring the original theatrical cuts. Out of respect for director George Lucas, who was responsible for the tinkering in the Special Editions,...
In the U.S., "Return of the Jedi" will play in theaters from April 28 to May 4 (aka Star Wars Day). The U.K. will enjoy a slightly shorter run from April 28 to May 1. This theatrical rerelease, which commemorates the 40th anniversary of the film's original debut, was rumored earlier this year after the Dolby website listed the film as being available in theaters in late April.
It's likely that the 1997 Special Edition of "Return of the Jedi" will be the one screened; at 2017's Star Wars Celebration, Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy indicated there was no intention of restoring the original theatrical cuts. Out of respect for director George Lucas, who was responsible for the tinkering in the Special Editions,...
- 4/8/2023
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
This article contains spoilers for "The Mandalorian." Count Dooku doesn't get nearly enough credit as a "Star Wars" villain. He got sadly sandwiched between Darth Maul — with his striking visuals, his cool Af double-bladed lightsaber, and his menacing name — Grievous's cool robotic aesthetic that we sadly saw way too little of, and Anakin as a bad guy. Even though he is played by arguably the best-known of all the "Star Wars" villain actors (Christopher Lee), Count Dooku is often forgotten when talking about the best villains in the franchise.
And yet, he is arguably the most fascinating and tragic. Unlike the pure evilness of Maul or the blank expressions of Vader, Dooku is more of a gentleman and a scholar. He is also the first fallen Jedi we ever meet. Before Anakin turns to the dark side, we hear of Dooku's fall from grace. He was someone held in high...
And yet, he is arguably the most fascinating and tragic. Unlike the pure evilness of Maul or the blank expressions of Vader, Dooku is more of a gentleman and a scholar. He is also the first fallen Jedi we ever meet. Before Anakin turns to the dark side, we hear of Dooku's fall from grace. He was someone held in high...
- 4/5/2023
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
With the outlandish spectacle of Donald Trump’s arraignment and arrest dominating the news on Tuesday, late night TV went all in on trying to capture the historical, yet wholly bizarre, nature of the day’s events.
On The Daily Show, guest host Roy Wood Jr’s introduction to Tuesday night’s episode was unsurprisingly focused on the absurdity of the breathless media coverage surrounding the former president’s made-for-cable TV journey from Mar-a-Lago to a Manhattan court for his arraignment. Trump was indicted by a New York grand jury for his alleged role in a scandal stemming from hush money payments made to the pornographic film actress Stormy Daniels prior to the 2016 U.S. presidential election.
In an exhaustive summary of Tuesday’s events, Wood highlighted how Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene had compared Trump to Nelson Mandela and Jesus as other figures who had been subject to political arrest.
On The Daily Show, guest host Roy Wood Jr’s introduction to Tuesday night’s episode was unsurprisingly focused on the absurdity of the breathless media coverage surrounding the former president’s made-for-cable TV journey from Mar-a-Lago to a Manhattan court for his arraignment. Trump was indicted by a New York grand jury for his alleged role in a scandal stemming from hush money payments made to the pornographic film actress Stormy Daniels prior to the 2016 U.S. presidential election.
In an exhaustive summary of Tuesday’s events, Wood highlighted how Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene had compared Trump to Nelson Mandela and Jesus as other figures who had been subject to political arrest.
- 4/5/2023
- by Abid Rahman and Christy Piña
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
This is the way ... that some of the most famous "Star Wars" moments came to be. Given the multilayered lore behind the galaxy far, far away, it should come as no surprise that many of the plot decisions across the franchise's rich history are more than meets the eye.
George Lucas didn't freeze Han Solo in "The Empire Strikes Back" just for the fun of it. Darth Vader didn't show us the might of his evil in "Rogue One" for nothing. These and other favorite sequences have real-world strategies rooted in their fictional placement. As glorious as "Star Wars" is, it's not exempt from production snafus, casting challenges, and logistical puzzles that require solutions, which occasionally inform a story beat out of necessity.
From movies to TV to theme parks, we thought it'd be fun to highlight a few "Star Wars" plot decisions that were smarter than you think. Some are legend,...
George Lucas didn't freeze Han Solo in "The Empire Strikes Back" just for the fun of it. Darth Vader didn't show us the might of his evil in "Rogue One" for nothing. These and other favorite sequences have real-world strategies rooted in their fictional placement. As glorious as "Star Wars" is, it's not exempt from production snafus, casting challenges, and logistical puzzles that require solutions, which occasionally inform a story beat out of necessity.
From movies to TV to theme parks, we thought it'd be fun to highlight a few "Star Wars" plot decisions that were smarter than you think. Some are legend,...
- 3/18/2023
- by Blake Taylor
- Slash Film
In a world that's been oversaturated with comic book movies, one animated film breathed new life into the entire genre by presenting Miles Morales's (Shameik Moore) origin story in a way audiences had never seen before. "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" became universally beloved both for its gorgeous, eye-popping mixture of 3D and 2D animation as well as its earnest depiction of a teenager forging his own identity amongst a whole infinite reality of superheroes.
We're already seeing evidence of the film's cultural impact since the "Spider-Verse" first released in 2018 — from the stylish "Puss in Boots: The Last Wish," to the "The Bad Guys," this new era of mainstream animation feels so much more inspired, fresh, and alive than ever before. Thankfully, for those longing for even more colorful tales with the Spider-People, the new sequel in an announced trilogy, "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse," is finally arriving in theaters this June.
We're already seeing evidence of the film's cultural impact since the "Spider-Verse" first released in 2018 — from the stylish "Puss in Boots: The Last Wish," to the "The Bad Guys," this new era of mainstream animation feels so much more inspired, fresh, and alive than ever before. Thankfully, for those longing for even more colorful tales with the Spider-People, the new sequel in an announced trilogy, "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse," is finally arriving in theaters this June.
- 3/14/2023
- by Tyler Llewyn Taing
- Slash Film
WWE 2K23 features quite a few improvements to the franchise formula that will certainly be welcomed by wrestling game fans everywhere. Of course, some things never change, which means that WWE 2K23 still makes you unlock quite a few wrestlers via gameplay accomplishments and by spending both real and virtual currency.
The very good news is that WWE 2K23 makes the various unlock processes fairly painless. The problem is that the game doesn’t always do a great job of telling you exactly how to unlock those wrestlers or the best way to go about acquiring all of them. Hopefully, we can help ease that part of the unlock system just a bit.
How to Unlock Every WWE 2K23 Wrestler With Virtual Currency
The vast majority of wrestlers in WWE 2K23 are unlocked via the game’s Virtual Currency (Vc) system. Every wrestler available via the in-game store costs 1,000 Vc to unlock.
The very good news is that WWE 2K23 makes the various unlock processes fairly painless. The problem is that the game doesn’t always do a great job of telling you exactly how to unlock those wrestlers or the best way to go about acquiring all of them. Hopefully, we can help ease that part of the unlock system just a bit.
How to Unlock Every WWE 2K23 Wrestler With Virtual Currency
The vast majority of wrestlers in WWE 2K23 are unlocked via the game’s Virtual Currency (Vc) system. Every wrestler available via the in-game store costs 1,000 Vc to unlock.
- 3/14/2023
- by Matthew Byrd
- Den of Geek
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