Trust that every review has spoilers, and you'll never be disappointed. I've blogged about the music and the concept art for Solo: A Star Wars Story. But I found that when it came time to review the film, I ran into some personal roadblocks. It has nothing to do with the movie. It's just one of … Continue reading Solo: A Star Wars Story – First Reactions
The Power of the Force
John Williams and John Powell – Solo: A Star Wars Story
There's a new Star Wars film. Perhaps you've heard something about it by now. A new film means a new score. For me, that's as exciting as the film itself, perhaps better. Solo: A Star Wars Story is the second in the series of anthology films set outside of the numbered Skywalker films that comprise … Continue reading John Williams and John Powell – Solo: A Star Wars Story
Star Wars: Rebels – “A Fool’s Hope” and “Family Reunion – and Farewell”
It all comes down to this! Star Wars: Rebels has now aired its series finale -- the finale The Clone Wars never got. As we say farewell to the crew of the Ghost and the good people on both sides of the microphones who gave us this series, I think it's time to reflect on … Continue reading Star Wars: Rebels – “A Fool’s Hope” and “Family Reunion – and Farewell”
Star Wars: Rebels – “Wolves and a Door” and “A World Between Worlds”
It's the penultimate Star Wars: Rebels post for this blog! No, really... after this, there's only the grand finale remaining. That means some questions get answered, some answers get new questions, old friends return, as do older enemies, and power of the Force teeters in the balance. As always, spoilers ahead. You've been warned. Thanks … Continue reading Star Wars: Rebels – “Wolves and a Door” and “A World Between Worlds”
Star Wars: Rebels – “Jedi Night” and “DUME”
Star Wars: Rebels returned this week in a big way, which was to be expected as we make the push towards the series finale and the events of Rogue One / A New Hope. As always, spoilers ahead. When last we left off, Hera had been captured by Thrawn, and Kanan was going to get … Continue reading Star Wars: Rebels – “Jedi Night” and “DUME”
Joel McNeely – Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire
Contrary to popular belief, the Star Wars Expanded Universe (now known as Legends) was never considered official canon in the years before the Disney buyout. But what if I told you that one novel in that entire line was very nearly elevated to that elite status by the Maker himself, George Lucas? What if I … Continue reading Joel McNeely – Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire
Journey to Tataouine: The Archaeology of a Faraway Galaxy
In 1976, a production company stormed the sands of Tunisia to film a little movie that virtually no one expected to be remembered. In 1995, upon finishing his PhD in archaeology, Dr. David West Reynolds contacted Lucasfilm in the hopes finding the original filming locations of Star Wars. To his disappointment, no records were kept. In … Continue reading Journey to Tataouine: The Archaeology of a Faraway Galaxy
Star Wars: The Last Jedi — Big Dog’s Review
I know, I know… Why is there a 3rd review of The Last Jedi on here? What is it that Troy’s ol’ pal Big Dog could possibly say that he already didn’t? Honestly, I don’t know. So let’s go on with what I do know, shall we? Oh, and there will be SPOILERS!!! Just so … Continue reading Star Wars: The Last Jedi — Big Dog’s Review
Star Wars: The Last Jedi – Second Thoughts
As with my first reactions post, this entry will be filled with spoilers. It can't be any other way. All I can say is that the film is divisive among fans in the extreme, perhaps as much or more so than the prequels. It also raised some highly complex thoughts and emotions within me, so … Continue reading Star Wars: The Last Jedi – Second Thoughts
The Art of Star Wars: The Last Jedi by Phil Szostak
Opening weekend has come and gone, and it's officially the most divisive Star Wars movie in the franchise. Even so, say what you will, there's no denying The Last Jedi has some incredible visuals as a proper Star Wars film should. And as we all know, nothing comes out of thin air. From script to … Continue reading The Art of Star Wars: The Last Jedi by Phil Szostak
