Tag: J.J. Abrams
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‘Star Trek 4’ Still in Development Alongside New ‘Star Trek’ After Film Announcement
With the announcement of a new original Star Trek film being made, many people are now asking… what about Star Trek 4 with the crew of the Enterprise in the Kelvin Universe? In short, it’s still happening. Both films are being producted by J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot under the Paramount banner. Star Trek 4 is…
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Star Trek Movie Announced as Franchise Returns to Kelvin Timeline
There is another Star Trek movie in the works and it takes place in the Kelvin Timeline. This is the timeline created by producer and director J.J. Abrams for Star Trek in 2009. In a ViacomCBS investor meeting this week, Abrams shared some details about the next film. During the meeting, Abrams shared that he…
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Photo Gallery: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker European Premiere
Following the world premiere of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker on Monday night in Hollywood, fans greeted Star Wars cast and crew at the European premiere. Stars Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Domhnall Gleeson, Naomi Ackie, Anthony Daniels, Richard E. Grant, Ian McDiarmid, Keri Russell, Joonas Suotamo, Kelly Marie Tran, Billy Dee Williams…
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John Williams Shares Thoughts Around The Release of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
For over forty years, John Williams has been the maestro behind Star Wars music. Since that iconic blast of the Star Wars theme was first heard in 1977 by moviegoers, Williams has been writing music for the Skywalker Saga. With the arrival of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the Skywalker Saga will be over.…
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Cast and Crew Share About Making Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker at Star Wars Celebration
This morning the title and first trailer for Star Wars: Episode IX was released during a panel dedicated to the movie at Star Wars Celebration. Hosted by Stephen Colbert, it began with a funny yet heartfelt opening. During his opening, he shared that his friend J.J. Abrams invited him to visit the Episode IX set.…
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Daughter Billie Lourd Celebrates Memory of Mother Carrie Fisher Through Song Two Years After Death
On December 27, 2016, the galaxy lost Carrie Fisher. The world mourned collectively at the loss of this vibrant personality who really was every Star Wars fan’s princess. She not only played that role in front of the cameras, but she lived that role behind them. In many ways, she contributed to the heart of…
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Matt Smith Heading to A Galaxy Far, Far, Away as He Joins Star Wars: Episode IX Cast!
Doctor Who and The Crown fans who also happen to love Star Wars have reasons to rejoice. Matt Smith is joining the cast of Star Wars: Episode IX. The news came via Variety which reported that Smith’s role will be significant. This news comes from sources who tipped off Variety on this casting news. They…
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Return of the Director – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another edition of the DISNEY Reporter. Each week, we cover the top Disney and geek headlines. This week things lead off with a silly old bear. Christopher Robin is now in theaters. The world premiere was held at Walt Disney Studios. It included the dedication of Stage A to the Sherman Brothers. Roger…
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J.J. Abrams Shares Photo as Star Wars: Episode IX Begins Production
Star Wars: Episode IX began production on August 1, 2018. The last of the Skywalker saga, Abrams will be completing the newest trilogy of Star Wars movies. As production began, J.J. Abrams shared on social media a photo from the set. In the caption, he shared his different emotions about starting this movie. Bittersweet starting…
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Cast Announced for Star Wars: Episode IX as Production Begins August 1
The cast for Star Wars: Episode IX has been announced ahead of production beginning on August 1st. The movie, being directed by J.J. Abrams will see the return of multiple characters. This includes the newer cast that has come to the new trilogy. There also will be familiar, and perhaps unexpected, faces coming to the…
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Halloween Time, Coco, Star Wars, & More! – Great Moments with Mr. DAPs
There is quite a lot going on in the Disney and Geek community. This week on Great Moments with Mr. DAPs there is news on Star Wars, Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort, Disney-Pixar’s Coco, and the passing of a Disney Legend. We hope you enjoy this week’s episode and also learn something. Please take…
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The Chosen One – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 650
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, there is a LOT of Star Wars news to discuss. With J.J. Abrams taking the helm of Star Wars: Episode IX, there are now new thoughts and theories. The geeks also talk about their experience seeing Muppets Take the Bowl! Disney’s live-action Aladdin cast has been announced and shown.…
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Star Wars: Episode IX Has a Writer and Director: J.J. Abrams
Star Wars: Episode IX now has a writer and director. J.J. Abrams will be taking over both of these duties. This comes after the departure of Colin Trevorrow from the film. The announcement was made this morning on StarWars.com and also on various Disney and Star Wars social media platforms. Here is the announcement made…
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Star Wars Episode VIII Gets a Title!
In appreciation of fans, this morning Lucasfilm released the title for Star Wars: Episode VIII. The next chapter of the Star Wars “Skywalker saga” will be The Last Jedi. No other information was released about this movie that wasn’t already known other than a teaser image with the title on it. The Last Jedi is written…
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‘Hamilton’s’ Lin Manuel Miranda & ‘Force Awakens’ JJ Abrams Perform “Jabba Flow”
This past May the fourth, plenty of Star Wars fun occurred. From Darth Vader dancing to Backstreet Boys at the Walt Disney World Resort to Stormtroopers paying a visit to the White House, there is one other event fans freaked out over. During Wednesday’s Ham4Ham, (a pre-show to the popular Broadway production, Hamilton, that features…
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Star Wars: The Force Awakens – Mr. DAPs Home Theater Review
The second Death Star has been destroyed. Darth Vader is dead, as is the Empire as we know it. In its place, a new threat is growing. Star Wars: The Force Awakens occurs 30 years after the events of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. Kylo Ren and the First Order are the new threats to…
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The Force Was Strong at San Diego Comic-Con
Over the weekend Star Wars fans at San Diego Comic-Con felt the force….and it was strong. During the panel for Star Wars: The Force Awakens they were treated to a special behind the scenes look at the film with the help of director J.J. Abrams, producer and Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy and writer Lawrence Kasdan. Things…
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The Force Was Strong With Star Wars Celebration Anaheim Day One!
The first day of Star Wars Celebration Anaheim began with thousands of Star Wars fans making their way to the Anaheim Convention Center for the Star Wars: The Force Awakens panel with J.J. Abrams and Kathleen Kennedy. This panel took place live and was also simulcast for those who could not be there live. Murray…
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Idris Elba Eyed as Villain for Star Trek 3
It appears that Idris Elba is being eyed as the villain for Star Trek 3. Sources are telling Variety that the English actor is in talks for the yet to be identified role. According to Variety, the rumors are that Elba would be playing a Klingon. This would be consistent with other rumors that have…
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J.J. Abrams & Kathleen Kennedy to Attend Opening Event of Star Wars Celebration
The latest addition of the Star Wars Celebration are none other than director of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, J.J. Abrams, and Lucasfilm President, Kathleen Kennedy. This news was announced Friday via the Star Wars website. With their attendance at the Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim, they “will kick off the show in a big way” during…
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Lucasfilm Investigating Star Wars Leak
In a subpoena request originally posted by Courthouse News Service, details have emerged that Lucasfilm is actively searching for a leaker who has posted copyrighted photos from the upcoming Star Wars: The Force Awakens. On Oct. 29th, 2014, a user by the name of “Darth_Simi” allegedly posted an unauthorized photo from the set of Star…
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Simon Pegg Co-Writing Star Trek 3 with Doug Jung
It appears that Scotty now is not only tasked with the job of beaming Captain Kirk and crew up to the Enterprise, but he is also writing the next adventure that the crew of the Enterprise will be experience. Deadline is confirming that Simon Pegg (Scotty) and Doug Jung (Creator of Dark Blue on TNT)…
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Star Trek 3 in Theaters on July 8, 2016
Paramount has set its sights on July 8, 2016 as the day the next film in the Star Trek franchise will arrive in theaters. This comes on the heels of yesterday’s news that Justin Lin will be directing Star Trek 3. The film was written by Roberto Orci with help from Patrick McKay and John D.…
