Latest Stories
Most recently published stories in Futurism.
Review: 'Star Wars: Brotherhood' By Mike Chen
2022 is the 20th anniversary of the release of Star Wars: Episode II- Attack of the Clones, the second prequel movie. On this anniversary, we are given a new book by author Mike Chen, Star Wars: Brotherhood, published by Del Rey’s Penguin Random House. The book chronicles one of the adventures of fan-favorites Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismVendor Management: Treating Suppliers As Business Partners In The Digital Era
Artificial intelligence and other technological innovations are transforming the way businesses are conducted across the globe. While it may appear that new technology is being implemented at a breakneck pace, there are a few holdouts, one among them being vendor relationship management.
Vishnu NarayanPublished 2 years ago in FuturismThe Year 2200
I have never seen a tree, a blade of grass, the ocean or even a mountain. The country side only exists in old adventure movies and fantasy books. Cities of endless concrete and chrome range across the United States of America and I live right in the center of New York.
Joseph Roy WrightPublished 2 years ago in FuturismEwan McGregor Questioned His Role As Obi-Wan In The Prequel Trilogy
Star Wars would be nothing without Obi-Wan Kenobi. The Jedi Master trained both Anakin and Luke Skywalker. He played an essential part in both of their lives and is an important character in the bigger picture of Star Wars as well. Most recently, he's been portrayed by Ewan McGregor in the prequel films, which at the time got less than stellar reviews. This was so discouraging that Ewan McGregor even rethought his role as the beloved Obi-Wan Kenobi.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismBEST BEAUTY PRODUCTS FOR 2022: ARIES EDITION
Aries season always arrives with a bang and no small dose of spring fever and a relentless drive to win! Out of all the signs, it’s no secret that Aries is the most competitive of them all. Never have we ever met an Aries who did not work hard, play harder! It’s the nature of fire signs, but even more so for the relentlessly ambitious Aries. Being at the top comes naturally to this sign, and when you’re at the top, you simply must have to have the best of the best. They’re drawn to the hottest beauty trends and often more extreme procedures like peels, lasers, and anything intense. This is partly because Aries is ruled by the face, and the ram is notorious for often having skin issues including acne, sensitivity, scars of any and all kinds, and redness. Playing hard has definitely been proven to show on our skin, and the same can be said for this tenacious sign! This can leave their skin a little worse for the wear and in need of a little TLC and a solid, comforting routine. After all, the next competition is just around the corner!
Wellness AdeptPublished 2 years ago in Futurism'Grammar Rodeo' Confirmed To Take Place In This Era Of 'Star Wars'
The Star Wars universe is continuing to expand, or at the very least within the growing era of post-Return of the Jedi content. It now seems there is a new addition to this ever-growing era of Star Wars content. Jon Watts, known for directing the Marvel Cinematic Universe Spider-Man trilogy, is said to be developing a story codenamed Grammar Rodeo, set in the time period after Return of the Jedi. The rumored series appears to be about a bunch of young individuals going on an adventure. The question in all Star Wars fans’ minds is what sort of adventure will these kids be going on? Well, if one were to put together the pieces of the rumors as well as look at the time frame, there is one logical conclusion: Luke’s Jedi Academy.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismReview of 'The Time Traveler's Wife' 1.1
The Time Traveler's Wife debuted on HBO this past Sunday night. Based on the 2003 novel by Audrey Niffenegger which I haven't read, made into a movie in 2009 which I saw and really liked but didn't review (because I was too busy promoting the first edition my then new book, New New Media), HBO's offering is a brand-new series. I thought the first episode was excellent.
Paul LevinsonPublished 2 years ago in FuturismDave Filoni Would Not Have Created Baby Yoda If It Wasn't For This
Master Yoda has always been a popular character in Star Wars. He trained many Jedi in his life and died at the age of 900. Not much is known about his species, and only one other kind of his appeared very briefly in The Phantom Menace, Jedi Master Yaddle. This was until The Mandalorian came along and introduced beloved Grogu or "Baby Yoda" or "The Child." However, Grogu almost did not exist if it was not for Jon Favreau and Industrial Light & Magic (ILM).
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismYear 3122
There weren’t always dragons in the valley. I’m not even sure dragons ever existed in the past. Not the dragons spoken about it old books anyway. Animal-like dragons would be preferable to what roams the valley now. Humanity grew quickly and damaged the Earth. Most humans escaped to other planets, like terraformed Mars, but others remained behind. Earth was our home, we just needed to make it habitable again.
Emilie TurnerPublished 2 years ago in Futurism'The Mandalorian' Would Not Have Been Possible If Not For This
Before The Mandalorian became what it is today, Kathleen Kennedy had a meeting with Jon Favreau. At the time, he was riding the success of his adaptation of The Lion King and The Jungle Book. Kennedy realized that they needed a filmmaker with spectacular vision and talent, as well as someone who would be willing to commit themselves to the Star Wars universe. The director had helmed Iron man nearly a decade prior and understood serialized storytelling. He seemed like a natural fit for the job of taking Star Wars to television.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismNew Details Revealed About 'Star Wars: Andor' A Refugee Story
It was three years ago, mid-2019, when the idea for the Andor project was mentioned to the Rogue One star, Diego Luna. Diego Luna remembers being called about the idea while riding in the back seat of a car stuck in traffic on the top level of the double-decker highway in Mexico City. Diego Luna remembers that day clearly. In a Vanity Fair interview, Luna stated, “I was speaking in code words because I was trying not to say too much in the car.” He didn’t want the driver of the car to know what his conversation was about. He even remembers pressing his phone firmly against his ear. The voice on the other end of the phone was Tony Gilroy, who was informing Diego Luna of the plan for the Andor story.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in Futurism7 Things You Didn't Know About Princess Leia
There is a lot to know about Princess Leia Organa. Not only was she the daughter of the Queen of Naboo and the Jedi’s foretold Chosen One, but thanks to the canonical detail available in works like Star Wars Legends, there is a lot more to her than one may glean from the original trilogy. Here are 7 lesser-known facts about one of the galaxy’s most well-known figures and most accomplished rebels, Princess Leia:
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in Futurism