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Colin Trevorrow Reveals His 'Episode IX' TIE Marauder
The Star Wars sequel trilogy became increasingly controversial as the films went on. The Force Awakens was well-received, though many people saw it as an unnecessary rehash of A New Hope. The Last Jedi split audiences almost down the middle between regular moviegoers who liked it (not to mention its critical success) and the rabid section of the fanbase that decried it as the worst thing since "I don't like sand." (Of course, there are long-time fans who do enjoy the film and can still have criticisms here and there.) The final film in the trilogy, The Rise of Skywalker, was met with mixed reviews from both the audience and the critics. Some found it to be too focused on fanservice, and some felt that it did not live up as a conclusion to the saga. Opinions are all over the place for these films.
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in FuturismTaika Waititi Shares Update On His Upcoming 'Star Wars' Movie
Taika Waititi is taking both the Star Wars and Marvel worlds by storm. The Academy Award winner achieved great success as writer/director of 2017's Thor: Ragnarok, has directed and starred in several episodes of The Mandalorian, and is currently developing the next Thor film, Thor: Love and Thunder.
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in Futurism'Star Wars' Voice Actor Sam Witwer Spills Some Beans About 'The Bad Batch' Show's Story And Animation
Earlier this year, the final season of the animated show Star Wars: The Clone Wars brought the Bad Batch in their finished form to Disney+ subscribers. Fans had seen this elite squad of mutated clone troopers in unfinished story reels back in 2015. So it was a victory for fans of these characters to see the squad how they were meant to be seen, or perhaps even better than originally believed to be possible, seeing how technology advanced by 2020.
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in FuturismDonald Glover Is Reportedly Coming Back To Star Wars As Lando Calrissian
When Solo: A Star Wars Story came out in the summer of 2018 to mixed critical and audience reviews, there was one aspect of it that nearly everyone agreed on: Donald Glover's performance as Lando Calrissian was the highlight of the movie. Some fans even said that he stole the spotlight from the main character, Han Solo. As expected, demand was high for Star Wars to incorporate Glover's Lando in future installments of the franchise. Around the time of Solo's release, rumors pointed to the possibility of a Lando spinoff, and though LucasFilm confirmed nothing, even Glover spurred on the speculation. As Solo was releasing in theaters, Glover showed great interest in a potential spin-off, and even pitched a feature film idea for Lando, painting the picture of a heist film similar to Spielberg's Catch Me If You Can.
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in FuturismQuestionable Rumor About George Lucas Returning to 'Star Wars' Along With JJ Abrams
The latest Star Wars rumors indicate that original Star Wars creator George Lucas could very well be returning to his beloved franchise, following the potential exit of Kathleen Kennedy. This latest bit of information pertains to a rumored "civil war" happening at Lucasfilm.
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in Futurism'Star Wars: Doctor Aphra' Audio Drama Review - Familiar Beats, But a Bit More Added to Rogue Archaeologist
Tuesday saw the release of Sarah Kuhn’s audio drama Star Wars: Doctor Aphra, which is based on the titular rogue archaeologist’s early comic book appearances in which she aids Darth Vader, who is trying to climb the power ladder and find Luke Skywalker. While there is an ongoing Doctor Aphra comic series that began in December 2016 and got revamped recently, the character was originally introduced in the third issue of Kieron Gillen’s 2015 Darth Vader comic series that takes place after Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope. This audio drama adapts Doctor Chelli Lona Aphra’s adventures throughout that series, as well as the Vader Down crossover with the comic series simply titled Star Wars, and the Rebel Jail arc of that series, which takes place between Vader Down and the last arc of Gillen’s Darth Vader series. Sarah Kuhn describes Aphra as “immediate chaos,” and that is brought across very accurately in this audio drama.
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in Futurism'Star Wars' Characters Who Deserve Their Own Series
It's an exciting time to be a Star Wars fan. Recently, the genetically modified clone troopers of Clone Force 99, aka The Bad Batch, joined Cassian Andor and Obi-Wan Kenobi among the ranks of characters set to receive their own spin-off series on Disney Plus.
Kristy AndersonPublished 4 years ago in FuturismCheck Out This SDCC Exclusive Hot Wheels X-Wing!
Happy 40th anniversary year to The Empire Strikes Back! Mattel knows just how to celebrate. This week, they are unveiling their new San Diego Comic-Con exclusive die-cast Hot Wheels X-Wing, a stunning replica of Luke's ship as it is lifted by Yoda from the swamp of Dagobah. The figurine itself features immaculate detail, as shown here, with the vibrant colors and the vegetation clinging onto the ship. It is a creative choice to feature the X-Wing in its less-than-perfect condition, but any Star Wars fan knows that this form of the X-Wing is perhaps the most meaningful, as it appears in one of the most inspirational Star Wars scenes ever.
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in FuturismBring The Galaxy Far Far Away Home With SDCC At Home
Calling all Jedi, Bounty Hunters, Smugglers, and Sith! While San Diego Comic-Con is not happening in person this year, SDCC holds in store a whole host of virtual panels that are sure to satisfy your convention cravings. No waiting for hours in long lines, sweating profusely in uncomfortable cosplays, or struggling to see over the heads of other attendees as you watch from the back row of the convention hall. You will be able to watch anything and everything you want right from the comfort of your couch, all for free, just a few short days from now.
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in FuturismReport Says Alden Ehrenerich Has "Heard Some Stuff, But Nothing Concrete" About Reprising His Role As Han Solo
"Never tell me the odds." -Han Solo Welcome you dashing and devil may care scoundrels back to more news pertaining to the fantastic galactic space opera as known as Star Wars. This news is fresh from the lips of our favorite lone blaster-wielding hero Alden Ehrenreich, whom you may already know for his impressive portrayal of Han Solo in the character's own side flick, Solo: A Star Wars Story. The star recently mentioned interesting details regarding the possibility of returning to the franchise as the same flagship character.
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in FuturismObi-Wan Kenobi Show Rumored To Have Star Wars: The Clone Wars Flashbacks
Star Wars fans may have something to look forward to while waiting for the next season of The Mandalorian to drop in October. Following the conclusion of The Clone Wars in May, fans have been assured that a new show will fill the void. Star Wars television has announced a new animated series titled The Bad Batch, focusing on the clone trooper squad of the same name.
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in FuturismNew Black Series Action Figures From 'Star Wars: The Clone Wars' Season 7
Greetings and salutations, Star Wars collectors of all places! There has been a big announcement in the form of an all-new toy line from the final season of the critically acclaimed animated series Star Wars: The Clone Wars. For Hasbro's Star Wars Black Series action figure line has returned to The Clone Wars to gift unto that show's fans exactly who and what they may want. This line will be rolling out at least four new six-inch model action figures inspired by the cinematic conclusion of the long-running television series that has captivated a huge fraction of the Star Wars fandom.
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in Futurism