Tag: Star Wars
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Why Rian Johnson’s Controversial Star Wars: The Last Jedi is Good for Star Wars
Let’s face it, Star Wars: The Last Jedi is controversial. The level of controversy surrounding this movie most likely came as a surprise to director Rian Johnson and the good people at Lucasfilm. While the amount of negativity that has manifest itself from this movie might have been surprising, it also might not be entirely…
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Photo Gallery – Star Wars: The Last Jedi China Premiere
At the Walt Disney Grand Theatre at the Shanghai Disney Resort, stars Mark Hamill and Daisy Ridley, along with writer/director Rian Johnson and producer Ram Bergman, greeted fans at the China premiere of Lucasfilm’s STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI. STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI opened in U.S. theaters on December 15 and will open in Chinese theaters…
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Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Merchandise Unveiled
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge still has quite some time before we are able to see what exactly it will look like, beyond what we can see in digital renderings and models. However, the merchandise surrounding this new land can already be seen. Originally shown at Star Wars: Galactic Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, it is…
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Which is the Best Hyperspace Mountain? – DAPs Magic Rankings
With Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge being still a couple years away, the Disney parks have still been riding on the popularity of the movie saga with an overlay of Space Mountain at several parks. Hyperspace Mountain puts guests in the middle of a battle of Jakku which takes place after Return of the Jedi. The…
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Remembering Carrie Fisher – The Legacy of a Princess
This weekend, Carrie Fisher’s last performance hit theaters with Star Wars: The Last Jedi. After 40 years, our time growing closer to Princess Leia has come to an end, as we lost Carrie Fisher last year. Since Star Wars originally hit theaters in 1977, Carrie has served as a trailblazer for the entire industry and has left behind…
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Star Wars: The Last Jedi – The Power of Porgs!
One of the most popular and divisive things to appear in Star Wars: The Last Jedi are those little bird things that are flying around Luke Skywalker at Ahch-To. To some, these creatures are the cutest thing since the Easter bunny. Others find them something entirely different. The porgs were created out of necessity. The inhabitants…
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Star Wars: The Last Jedi Comes to Disneyland
Star Wars: The Last Jedi has arrived in theaters and it now also has a presence in the Disneyland Resort at Star Wars Launch Bay. With the opening of the movie came an opening of new exhibits featuring ships and props from Star Wars: The Last Jedi. There are props and models that showcase both…
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Time for the Jedi to End? – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 812
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week, the bulk of the show is based on Star Wars: The Last Jedi. The geeks give a spoiler-free assessment of this new Star Wars movie. The geeks dig into many different facets of this movie and how it fits within the larger Star Wars universe. The geeks also share some…
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The Last Jedi: The Good and the Bad (SPOILER HEAVY!)
All right, it’s been a bit since The Last Jedi dropped, but just in case you haven’t had the chance to see the latest Star Wars film… I want to begin by saying that I loved this film, but even the best movies aren’t without their flaws. I’d like to point out what I see…
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Star Wars: Galactic Nights Panel Reveals New Details About Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
During a panel at Star Wars: Galactic Nights guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios were given the treat of hearing new details about Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Opening at the Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort in 2019, this new land will allow guests to visit the Star Wars galaxy in a completely immersive way.…
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Star Wars: The Last Jedi Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Review
A good soundtrack tells a story. It picks the listener up from where they are at and transports them to somewhere different. Through the notes and melodies it stimulates the imagination and the heart in a way that only music can do. A good soundtrack should make the listener feel something. For decades the music…
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Fear Box is Full of Fun with Star Wars: The Last Jedi Cast
Fear Box is when someone puts their hand into the side of the box without being able to see what’s inside. They then have to touch whatever is hidden inside of this box… and it can definitely cultivate a healthy sense of fear. This is a game that has been played in youth groups in…
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Star Wars: The Last Jedi is Strong with the Force – Spoiler-Free Movie Review by Mr. DAPs
Star Wars is once again back again on the big screen. In Star Wars: The Last Jedi, the continuation of the Skywalker saga finds Rey search for answers with her newly discovered powers. The Resistance finds itself up against the First Order with the odds not in its favor. Star Wars: The Last Jedi picks up…
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Star Wars: The Last Jedi Review (Spoilers) – DAPs Magic Reports
Star Wars: The Last Jedi is now in theaters! On opening night, team DAPs Magic returned from seeing Star Wars: The Last Jedi and headed straight to the studio to share their thoughts. Here is there first thoughts in this very spoiler filled review of the newest Star Wars film. What did you think of…
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It’s Official! Disney Acquires 21st Century Fox
December 14, 2017 Disney officially announced that they have come to a deal to acquire 21st Century Fox. Disney have an agreement to acquire the company at $52.4 billion in stock. Shareholders of 21st Century Fox will receive 0.2745 of Disney shares in the acquisition. Disney will also assume a debt of $13.7 billion that…
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Galaxy’s Edge Model Lands at Star Wars Launch Bay in Disneyland
At Tomorrowland’s Star Wars Launch Bay in Disneyland, a part of the Galaxy’s Edge model has taken up residence. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will be the new themed land at Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The full model was on display at the D23 Expo. This section in Launch Bay looks like the right most…
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Christmas Time is Here – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 811
Welcome to the annual Christmas episode of GEEKS CORNER! There is a lot going on in this expanded episode that includes Christmas geek gift tips, the Iron Cookie competition, a conversation with Adam (he’s a puppet but he doesn’t know that), a wrap battle, and of course the annual musical number. Throw in a gift…
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Photo Gallery – Star Wars: The Last Jedi European Premiere
Tonight in London, stars Mark Hamill, Adam Driver, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Andy Serkis, Domhnall Gleeson, Anthony Daniels, Gwendoline Christie, Kelly Marie Tran, Laura Dern and Benicio Del Toro were joined by writer/director Rian Johnson and producers Kathleen Kennedy and Ram Bergman for a walk down the red carpet where they greeted enthusiastic…
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THIS is the Droid You’re Looking For This Christmas!
Ahead of Star Wars: The Force Awakens the geek community (well everyone) went crazy for a BB-8 droid released by Sphero. Now, ahead of Star Wars: The Last Jedi there are a few more options beyond just BB-8. First off, R2-D2 has arrived on the scene and can be operated right from an app in…
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Photo Gallery – Star Wars: The Last Jedi World Premiere
Stars turned out for the Star Wars: The last Jedi World Premiere in Los Angeles. Mark Hamill, Adam Driver, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Lupita Nyong’o, Andy Serkis, Domhnall Gleeson, Anthony Daniels, Gwendoline Christie, Kelly Marie Tran, Laura Dern and Benicio Del Toro were joined by writer/director Rian Johnson and producers Kathleen Kennedy and Ram Bergman for…
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New Star Wars: The Last Jedi Featurette Showcases the Worlds of The Last Jedi
Star Wars: The Last Jedi has released another featurette ahead of its imminent release. This behind-the-scenes video takes a look at the worlds of the movie and what it took to create them. The clip was released at Brazil’s Comic Con Experience 2017 (CCXP) held in São Paulo. Erico Borgo, the Content Director of Omelete.com.br, hosted the Star…
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Check Out This Star Wars: The Last Jedi Droid School Featurette!
With less than a week until Star Wars: The Last Jedi arrives in theaters, there is a lot to be excited about. Questions will be answered. More questions will be raised most likely. Years of speculation will be proved true or false… or left unanswered for a later film. One thing that is always loved…
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Christian Louboutin Unveils One-of-a-Kind Collaboration with The Walt Disney Studios and Lucasfilm for Star Wars: The Last Jedi
Innovation Meets Imagination: Christian Louboutin Unveils One-of-a-Kind Collaboration with The Walt Disney Studios and Lucasfilm for Star Wars: The Last Jedi BURBANK, CALIF. (December 7, 2017)—Following successful collaborations marking the release of Cinderella (2012) and Maleficent (2014), Christian Louboutin is pleased to once again collaborate with The Walt Disney Studios to commemorate the release of…
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Photo Gallery – Star Wars: The Last Jedi Japan Red Carpet Fan Event
Star Wars fans turned out in droves to see Mark Hamill who was joined by the cast and crew of Star Wars: The Last Jedi for a fan event in Japan. Below are photos from this event. STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI opens in U.S. theaters on December 15.