Tag: Star Wars
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An Egg-cellent Week – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 826
Welcome to another edition of GEEKS CORNER! This week there is a LOT to cover. There is Disney theme park news, Star Wars topics, Marvel news, and of course the March Madness brackets. All of this is wrapped up with some comedic commentary, sound effects, and other surprises during the episode. We hope you enjoy…
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Star Wars: The Last Jedi – Home Entertainment Review by Mr. DAPs
In Star Wars: The Last Jedi the Skywalker Saga continues under the direction of Rian Johnson. In it, Rey (Daisy Ridley) seeks out Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) to enlist him to help the Resistance save the galaxy. As Rey seeks out Luke’s guidance and involvement, Kylo Ren (Adam Driver) and General Hux (Domhnall Gleeson) tighten the grip…
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Star Wars: The Last Jedi Bonus Features Dig Into More About Luke and Yoda
When Star Wars: The Last Jedi arrives on Blu-Ray and 4K disc, there is a solid collection of bonus features that will be accompanying the film. Some of these bonus features will be digging into some of the events that happen around Luke on the island of Acht-To. These moments will explore what it means…
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Highlights of WonderCon 2018 From the Show Floor to Panels
WonderCon is a great gathering of geekdom whether comic books, sci-fi, anime, or even some video games. It’s a great time to see what’s new in these avenues and to check out something different. Here’s some highlights from this year’s convention. Show Floor A main feature of any of these cons is the show floor. …
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New Star Wars Book Connects Theme Parks to Larger Star Wars Story
In Thrawn: Alliances the Emporer is going to pair both Darth Vader and Grand Admiral Thrawn on a very specific mission to a specific place that has significance to both of these Imperial leaders. This mission will also hold significance to those Disney fans who are familiar with the future of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Fans…
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New Experiences, New Disney – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another week’s edition of the DISNEY Reporter. This week there is a lot of new things to report on. This week Splitsville Luxury Lanes officially opened at Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort. The walls also came down on Main Street, USA and the brick that has been unveiled is BEAUTIFUL! There also…
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The Director and the Jedi Premieres at SXSW Film Festival
This week a new full-length documentary premiered at the SXSW Film Festival. The Director and the Jedi was unveiled by Star Wars actor Mark Hamill, Star Wars: The Last Jedi director Rian Johnson and producer Ram Bergman. The Director and the Jedi director Anthony Wonke and producer Tylie Cox were also in attendance. This documentary gives an…
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Disneyland Resort Update 3/12/18 Featuring Construction & Some Food and Wine Reviews
This week at the Disneyland Resort saw rain, but not much in the way of updates. So, included in this edition is some review on Food and Wine fare. Pixar Pier First, some slight construction updates on Pixar Pier. Mickey’s Fun Wheel had some scaffolding all up and down. The top third of the scaffolding is…
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Saying Hello and Goodbye – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another week’s edition of DISNEY Reporter! This week, there are two new trailer from Mary Poppins Return and also Christopher Robin. David Ogden Stiers has passed away. Disney California Adventure’s Food and Wine Festival is in full force at the Disneyland Resort. King Triton’s Carousel stopped spinning at the Disneyland Resort this last…
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Take a Unique Look at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Here!
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will be opening at the Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort sometime in 2019. This will be the largest land to be added to the Disneyland Resort since it opened in 1955 and will transport guests into a galaxy far, far away. History of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Originally announced…
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Mark Hamill Honored with Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Today Mark Hamill, Luke Skywalker himself, was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The star can be found in front of the El Capitan Theatre. The event included special guests Harrison Ford, George Lucas, Billie Lourd, Kelly Marie Tran and R2-D2. The star is the 2,630th star to be placed on the…
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Jon Favreau to Write and Produce Live-Action Star Wars Series!
Today it was announced that Jon Favreau will be writing and producing a new live-action Star Wars series. This new series will be appearing on Disney’s new streaming service. This continues a relationship that Favreau has with the Star Wars galaxy. In the past he has played roles on Star Wars: The Clone Wars and…
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Solo: A Star Wars Story Not Going Solo With Global Promotion Campaign
When thinking of different brands that synergize in marketing, it is hard to not recognize that Star Wars ranks among of the best. The newest Star Wars film, Solo: A Star Wars Story continues to synergize with the best of them. Lucasfilm announced that Solo: A Star Wars Story will be partnering with six major…
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Walt Disney Studios Paris to Begin Multi-Year Expansion in 2021
Bob Iger has announced a multi-year expansion to Walt Disney Studios Paris, the park right next to Disneyland Paris. Already announced is the Iron Man roller coaster taking Rock N’ Roller Coaster’s place. It will be part of a Marvel area that Iger announced. Other areas include a Star Wars land and Frozen area. A…
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More Details of Star Wars Hotel at Walt Disney World Released
On the Disney Parks Blog, there are new details and views of the Star Wars hotel that will open in a couple years. It’s been said before that windows will look out into space. Also previously mentioned is the connection to Galaxy’s Edge, which will open in Disney’s Hollywood Studios next year. With another mention…
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A Moving Moment in Star Wars Happened on Television
Before you read this post, I need to warn you that I am giving away a huge spoiler for Star Wars Rebels. If you have not watched the most recent episodes, or if you’ve never watched the show and plan on watching it sometime in your life than don’t read further. It will ruin what…
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Black Panther Reigns – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 821
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week there is a lot to talk about, especially about Black Panther. With the release of Marvel Studios’ newest movie, the geek world is buzzing about this new movie and so are the geeks in the corner. Beyond the movie, Black Panther is also now at the Disneyland Resort. The…
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Star Wars: The Last Jedi Coming Home in March for Movies Anywhere, 4K Ultra HD™ Blu-ray, and Blu-ray™!
Star Wars: The Last Jedi is soon going to be available on Movies Anywhere and then 4K Ultra HD™ Blu-ray, and Blu-ray. Today it was announced that the most recent movie in the Skywalker Saga will be available on Movies Anywhere on March 13th followed by 4K Ultra HD™ Blu-ray, and Blu-ray on March 27th. Picking…
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Lots to Love! – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 820
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week there is a LOT to cover in the world of Disney and geek. First off, the D23 Expo Japan shared quite a bit news for the Disney Parks. This includes more announcements about Pixar Pier and Paint the Night, Marvel getting an increased presence in Disney Parks, and an…
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Rey of Jakku to Visit Disneyland’s Star Wars Launch Bay this May!
Since first appearing as the scavenger on Jakku in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Rey has become a fan favorite around the globe. The love for her character only grew as fans saw her return in Star Wars: The Last Jedi. In Disney Parks, Rey has appeared at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Star Wars: A…
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Star Wars Resort Details and Galaxy’s Edge Toy News
In Japan, the D23 Expo via Bob Chapek just announced more details regarding the Star Wars Resort that is planned for Walt Disney World. First, it will be connected to Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It’s not clear on whether it’s just story or actually connected, but there will be something seamless about it.…
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A Lot of Disney Love – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to a very full edition of DISNEY Reporter. The news this week spans the globe and also covers quite a few different mediums. This includes Disney Parks news, movie news, Disney TV updates, and even some food news! We hope you find this episode interesting as the DISNEY Reporter shares the highlights of this…
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Going Solo – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 819
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week there are a LOT of things happening in the world of movies. Before the geeks get to that though, there have been some changes at the Disneyland Resort. There is a new president and the old one has been promoted. Beyond that, there are new trailer for Solo: A…
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Game of Thrones Creators David Benioff and D.B. Weiss to Write & Produce a New Series of Star Wars Films
David Benioff and D.B. Weiss are going from Winterfell to a galaxy far, far away. It was announced today that Benioff and Weiss, creators of the smash-hit, Emmy Award-winning television series Game of Thrones, will write and produce a new series of Star Wars films. These new films will be separate from both the episodic Skywalker saga and…