There is a wealth of incredible scenes and fantastic imagery that come to mind when you say the words Star Wars. My first thought is the exciting space battles and dogfights. Nothing says Star Wars to me more than an X-wing fighter whizzing by, and there is no better dogfight than the finale of the […]
Author: Paul Depaola
Rebel Victories, Cowardice, and Rogue One
I just got home from my third viewing of Rogue One. On each viewing, I find so much more in the film, more to enjoy, something new that makes me question what I thought I knew before. This time around I was really struck by the Alliance Council scene. Particularly, why so many of the […]
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Did Lucasfilm Miss an Opportunity for A Rogue One tie-in? (Update: there is a tie-in!)
Updated Dec. 19: to reflect the Rogue One Visual Dictionary showing that Saw Gerrera will be in Star Wars Rebels. Apparently Lucasfilm read this, decided they agreed, and used a time machine to go back and put Saw in Rebels. 😀 Head to the bottom for photos. Rogue One: A Star Wars Story has now been released […]
Giving Thanks for Star Wars
It’s Thanksgiving, a time to reflect on what we have and be thankful for that which makes our life better. On Thursday we will spend time with family and friends trying our best to not discuss politics and giving thanks for what we have. I know one thing I am very thankful for, Star Wars. […]
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How Threatening Is the Empire?
Star Wars Rebels has returned for a third season and I’ve really been enjoying the show. I think it is just getting better and better. However, in watching and reviewing the current episode about Hera returning to Ryloth a thought occurred to me. With the exception of Vader, Thrawn, and Tarkin, the Empire has been pretty […]
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Why Star Wars?
I asked myself the other day “Why Star Wars?” What is it about this series, this fandom, that means so much more to me than any other? I’ve been a Star Wars fan longer than I can remember. Literally, I can not remember a time in my life where I wasn’t aware of Star Wars. […]