Star Wars

Star Wars

Theatrical - Wide 1977-05-25

Cast Mark Hamill Harrison Ford Carrie Fisher Anthony Daniels David Prowse Peter Mayhew Frank Oz Alec Guinness
Directed by George Lucas
Written by George Lucas

Genres: Action Science-Fiction

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9/10

Synopsis

Luke Skywalker leaves his home planet, teams up with other rebels, and tries to save Princess Leia from the evil clutches of Darth Vader.

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Star Wars: Visions TV Review

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PLOT: As a first formal venture into anime, each Star Wars: Visions short bears a unique Japanese sensibility, which in many ways aligns with the tone and spirit of Star Wars storytelling. From the beginning, stories told in the Star...

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EPISODE: “Chapter 16: The Rescue” – Written by Jon Favreau and directed by Peyton Reed. SYNOPSIS: The Mandalorian and his allies attempt a daring rescue. REVIEW (WARNING: CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR THIS EPISODE): After 16 episodes, the journey of Din Djarin to deliver Grogu...

The Mandalorian: Chapter 15 “The Believer” (TV Review)

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Our monthly column features artwork from amateur, up and coming, or well-known artists. This month features the awesome artwork of Joe Kim!!!

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The Five Worst Changes George Lucas Made to the Star Wars Trilogy

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Let’s head back to a galaxy far, far away and break down the five worst changes Lucas made to the Star Wars trilogy.

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