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Star Wars is a science fiction franchise set in a universe far far away.
New 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Series LEGO Set Leaked
As of the writing of this article, we are still a few weeks away from the release of the Obi-Wan Kenobi television miniseries. It is probably the most highly anticipated Star Wars project since the second season of The Mandalorian. No doubt the return of the most beloved Scottish actor Ewan Mcgregor was a big boost. As we get closer and closer, and the hype is building, this might end up being one of the most-watched projects to come out of Disney+. At the very least, we have to hope that it will be better than the largely underwhelming The Book of Boba Fett.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismThe Devastating Rise And Fall Of Anakin Skywalker
Among the numerous stories that we've read and seen in the Star Wars universe, none of them resonate more strongly than the tragedy of Anakin Skywalker. The father of the hero we came to love when introduced in A New Hope, he is the namesake of the saga we all love.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in Futurism'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Series Composer Breaks Down Her Cherished Gift From John Williams
The music of Star Wars is forever associated with the name John Williams, and rightfully so. But from time to time, when the maestro is not available (or maybe not interested), some other composers get to write music or the saga, either for the big screen (like Michael Giacchino for Rogue One or John Powell for Solo) or for tv (like Kevin Kiner for The Clone Wars and Rebels or Ludwig Göransson for The Mandalorian).
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismDid Alec Guinness Really Hate 'Star Wars'?
The first Star Wars movie (later renamed A New Hope) introduced the legendary Alec Guinness as Obi-Wan Kenobi. Guinness was an acclaimed actor who had already won important prizes like BAFTA and an Academy Award by the time he did Star Wars.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismHot Toys Commemorating The 20th Anniversary Of ‘Attack Of The Clones’ With Five New 1/6 Scale Figures And Teases More To Come
Hot Toys is known for manufacturing high-quality Star Wars collectibles and in recent years they have dedicated special attention to the Attack of the Clones line with previous figures like Yoda, Count Dooku, and Jango Fett, the latter still being up for preorder at Sideshow collectibles.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismThe Full History Behind Han Solo's Famous Blaster
The blaster that shot first. Or did it? Whether you believe Han shot first or not, either way you’re talking about his iconic blaster, the DL-44. While fans often know a lot about each lightsaber that the main characters wield, the trillions of non-Force sensitive beings in the Star Wars galaxy will likely never see one. Blasters are, by far, the weapon of choice for security forces, bounty hunters, and your average civilian living through the chaos and danger that is the Star Wars galaxy.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismThe History Of One Of 'Star Wars’ Most Mysterious Characters
Darth Plagueis is considered one of the most mysterious characters of the Star Wars saga, for, overall, he has very little exposure and is mainly known through the lore of his apprentice Sheev Palpatine. According to legend, Plagueis was, in his early life, a great and wise Dark Lord of the Sith who had been trained by Sith Master Darth Tenebrous, a legendary artisanal starship designer and a great scientist.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismTop 10 Interesting Behind The Scenes Facts About 'A New Hope'
Released on May 25th, 1977, Star Wars: A New Hope turns 45 years old this month and has had a lasting impact on cinema and culture. We know all this. From the opening crawl to the triumphant medal ceremony, it has been picked apart by many a movie nerd and Star Wars aficionados. Its special effects are legendary, and it introduced the world to a galaxy of adventure, heroes, villains, and many a strange monster, custom, and the ever-present Force.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismBreaking Down All The Easter Eggs In The 'Kenobi' Trailer
The ghosts of Obi-Wan's past have their sights set on the Jedi Master. Recently, the official trailer for Obi-Wan Kenobi was released by Disney+. The feelings of joy and nostalgia were strong among fans both young and old. Within the trailer, there were nods to previous films and animated series. From the return of the score's composer to references to classic characters, the trailer provided the audience with small hints of what could be expected and a sense of familiarity with the world they grew up in.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismWhat We Know So Far About 'Star Wars: The Bad Batch' Season 2
It has been a while since we have heard anything regarding the adventures of Clone Force 99. We are likely to hear more coming from the Bad Batch Season 2 production, as Season 2 is set to release within this year. There are many questions with the Disney+ animated project that are hopefully going to be answered soon.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismNew Villain-centric 'Star Wars' Series In Development For Disney+
Disney+ continues to expand the reach of Star Wars with new and amazing shows from The Mandalorian, to Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Andor. There are only so many stories to tell within the galaxy far, far away like the moral dilemma between Jedi vs. Sith, smugglers going on adventures, and rebels standing up to evil empires. Recent rumors suggest that perhaps a story where the villains are the main leads is being considered as part of the wide array of Star Wars Disney+ series.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in Futurism'Star Wars' Shows Off New Footage Of The Fourth Sister In 'Kenobi' Trailer
As we celebrated May 4th, the unofficial Star Wars holiday, fans were treated to an abundance of content starting off with the release of a new trailer for the upcoming show Obi-Wan Kenobi, which is set to release in a few weeks on May 27. In that trailer, we get our second glimpse of Fortress Inquisitorius and the Inquisitors. While this new trailer and the first teaser trailer heavily featured the Grand Inquisitor, the Third Sister (Reva), and the Fifth Brother, there is some footage of another Inquisitor in the room. She has now been identified as the Fourth Sister.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in Futurism