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Top 10 Most Interesting Off Camera 'Star Wars' Stories
When the Star Wars franchise began way back in 1977, it changed the face of the industry forever. No other film up to that point was quite as revolutionary as A New Hope, and it maintains that status to this day. With over forty years and counting, the franchise has been an unquestionable success, but what we see on the screen is only the tip of the iceberg. Behind the scenes of the beloved series lies a plethora of interesting, and often downright bizarre, stories that led to the finished product. Here’s just a few of the most memorable moments.
By Culture Slate3 years ago in Futurism
All Confirmed Upcoming 'Star Wars' TV Projects
With The Bad Batch season 1 now behind us, it will probably be a long wait before we get to see season 2. By that same token, it's been quite a wait for The Mandalorian season 3, which is expected to come out next year. But even with these series being active, many people are surely eager to see the next new TV project coming from Star Wars. There are many of them to keep track of. It seems likely that the previously announced Rangers of the New Republic is no longer in active development, so there may be confusion regarding what is still going on. With that in mind, here is a refresher on the Disney+ TV projects that we for sure know are coming from Star Wars.
By Culture Slate3 years ago in Futurism
'The Rise of Skywalker' Was Fine, But Here’s How I’d Do It
The Rise of Skywalker was a fine movie. It may not have been the best Star Wars movie, and in spite of its flaws, it was not the worst. I think that if you changed a few beats, and some major plot points, the movie would have been better and resonated better with casual viewers as well as Star Wars fans and loyalists.
By Culture Slate3 years ago in Futurism
The 3 Most Underrated Arcs Of 'The Clone Wars'
As most Star Wars fans know by now, some of the best Star Wars storytelling is contained within The Clone Wars animated show. With plentiful lightsaber duels, clone vs droids firefights, political intrigue, and social commentary, there is something for everyone in this well-written and highly entertaining show. While many audiences are familiar with the most popular arcs of this show, including Umbara, the Siege of Mandalore, and the Ryloth arc, there are several exceptional stories within the show that do not receive the recognition they deserve. Here we will be examining three of these arcs and what they bring to the show as a whole.
By Culture Slate3 years ago in Futurism
The Reason Why Boba Fett's New Ship Name Actually Makes Sense
Boba Fett is, without a doubt, one of the coolest characters in Star Wars. He has been a fan favorite since his debut even though he was inevitably defeated by a blind Han Solo. With his appearance in The Mandalorian and upcoming series The Book of Boba Fett, it seems like his character is finally getting the justice he deserves. However, like most things in Star Wars, he is not without some form of controversy. In this situation, the controversy surrounds Boba Fett’s ship rather than the character himself.
By Culture Slate3 years ago in Futurism
Is Tarkin The REAL Main Villain Of 'A New Hope'
Darth Vader is the penultimate Star Wars villain from the original trilogy. This icon captures the imagination of kids and adults alike as he walks onto the Tantive IV. With the power of the Dark Side of the Force at his command, he is by far the most powerful villain of the film. However if one were to analyze A New Hope, one has to ask if Vader really is the main villain of the movie. Does he come up with the plans? Does he command the Death Star? Does he order the destruction of Alderaan? No, he does not. The one who does that is none other than Grand Moff Tarkin himself.
By Culture Slate3 years ago in Futurism
Did ‘The Bad Batch’ Just Reveal An Old Expanded Universe World?
Cloning and clones have been part of the Star Wars franchise since the beginning. Staring with the very first movie, A New Hope, both Princess Leia and Obi-Wan Kenobi obliquely mentioned a historical galactic event referred to as "the Clone Wars," that both Leia's father and Obi-Wan Kenobi were said to have fought in years before. Not many details about that event was fleshed out during the original trilogy and fans could only speculate as to the nature of that conflict and how clones were involved. However, even before Attack of the Clones was released several years ago, Star Wars Legends returned to the topic quite a few times through various books and comics usually set post-Return of the Jedi.
By Culture Slate3 years ago in Futurism
Characters Who Should (And Shouldn't) Appear In 'The Bad Batch' Season 2
It has been a little more than a week since Star Wars: The Bad Batch season 1 wrapped up. The finale left fans with mixed reception, but in any case, there is a lot of speculation regarding season 2, such as which familiar characters may pop up. I have thought this over, listing characters who would probably fit well in season 2, as well as characters whom I believe have no place in season 2. So here are some characters who should and shouldn't appear in The Bad Batch season 2.
By Culture Slate3 years ago in Futurism
How Ben Solo Achieved What Anakin Couldn't
“I will finish, what you started.” Those were Kylo Ren’s words to his grandfather Darth Vader as he spoke to his helmet, hoping to hear the voice inside his head once again. Many have wondered just what exactly that meant when he spoke those words to the possible dead spirit of a dark lord of the Sith. Was it to restore the Empire, destroy the Jedi, or become a Sith Lord? Well in a weird way, Kylo Ren may not have finished what Vader had started, but Ben Solo was able to complete a mission Anakin had begun all the way back in the prequels: the power to save the ones he cared about from dying.
By Culture Slate3 years ago in Futurism
‘Star Wars’ Theory: R2-D2 Plotted Obi-Wan’s Death Out Of Revenge
“Never underestimate a droid.” If you stop and think about it, the Star Wars stories are driven by droids. Nothing happens in our favorite fandom without our metal friends. There is one droid in particular who was central to the majority of the stories out there. Without R2-D2, there would be no story at all. However, what were his real intentions?
By Culture Slate3 years ago in Futurism
Force Dyad Explained
In The Rise of Skywalker, we were introduced to the idea of a dyad in the Force in the form of Kylo Ren and Rey. It is revealed in this movie that the reason they have such a strong connection to each other through the Force is that they are a dyad in the Force, but what does that really mean? Well, in the movie, we aren't really told much outside of the fact it gives them a connection and makes them powerful.
By Culture Slate3 years ago in Futurism
Top 10 Stories You Have Never Heard About George Lucas
Although he has only directed six movies in his whole career, George Lucas is regarded as one of Hollywood’s most influential directors. His beard is as legendary as his checkered shirts and his “faster, more intense” commands while sitting in the director’s chair. He might not be the best people-director in the world, but his skills as a storyteller, worldbuilder and editor are undisputed. Most fans know about Lucas’ passion for fast cars and how his dream of becoming a racecar-driver where literally smashed when he had a nearly fatal car accident in 1962. Or how his dog Indiana has been an inspiration both for Indiana Jones and Chewbacca. But here are 10 stories about George Lucas that you have (probably) never heard.
By Culture Slate3 years ago in Futurism