When Obi-Wan let Vader strike him down in A New Hope, his robe dropped to the floor. Vader even touched it with his boot to confirm Obi-Wan had vanished. Yet, when Yoda died in Return of the Jedi, his Jedi outfit disappeared with him. Why the discrepancy between these two moments? The Two Moments in …
Accolades have gone out to The Skeleton Crew for its contributions to the Star Wars franchise. Episode 6: Zero Friends Again showcases some of the reasons why, as it reveals the struggles, triumphs, and everyday life of a disabled character. KB’s story in this episode and the series is a game changer for Star Wars …
We remember the scene in Empire Strikes Back when Luke met Yoda. Luke was about to have his dinner, or something approximating one. We may wonder about the stuff he was eating and what it tasted like. Although nutritious enough for space travel, Luke’s food items were not the most appetizing. Luke on Dagobah After …
Andor consistently comes up when we talk about innovative shows with wider links to the Star Wars universe. This series uses Easter eggs to connect with the galaxy that fans love. Episode 4 is a prime example. In this episode, we see a suit of armor that looks familiar. It could be an Easter egg …
Tatooine first appeared in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope back in 1977, and nowt—it’s one of the most iconic locations in the galaxy far, far away. But here’s something I bet you didn’t know: Tatooine wasn’t just pulled out of George Lucas’s imagination. The name actually comes from a real city in …
I get it – the idea of Ewoks eating people sounds wild, but there’s some surprisingly strong evidence from Star Wars canon and a few hints in other media that make you wonder if these little guys might actually go there. When we first see them in Return of the Jedi, they seem adorable, but …
That final fight between Obi-Wan and Vader was intense, no doubt about it. After all the pain, all the history, and all the damage Vader had caused, it seemed like Obi-Wan had a clear path to ending it right then and there. Obi-Wan had Vader at his weakest, and yet, he just walked away. Let’s …
If you’ve been keeping up with Star Wars live-action adaptations, you might have noticed something odd about the Grand Inquisitor in Obi-Wan Kenobi. Compared to other Pau’ans we’ve seen in Revenge of the Sith, he doesn’t quite look the same. Many have pointed this out and discussed it at length. Let’s see why this character …
At first glance, Leia’s outfits in Star Wars seem pretty standard for a sci-fi adventure. But once you start looking into the details, things get real weird, real fast. From unexpected wardrobe choices to behind-the-scenes decisions that make you go wait, what?! – there’s more going on than meets the eye. Trust me, this one’s …
While reading an article from Vanity Fair recently, I came across something surprising: John Knoll, the visual effects mastermind behind so much of Star Wars, wasn’t just responsible for making Rogue One: A Star Wars Story visually stunning—he also played a part in crafting its story. That said, he didn’t entirely write the story. So, …