Star Wars Discussion

[Hunchback Jack]

Being the right type of fan helps. You need writers with restraint, who don't pepper the media with references in lieu of thoughtful universe expansion.

[webstar1000]

COULD THE SECOND EPISODE BE BETTER!!?!! YES IT COULD!!! This is sooo good!! I have a nerd boner! Lol


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[Brian861]

My son says the animated series The Clone Wars is exactly and probably should be included in the canon of the SW universe. I picked up the newest SW game yesterday as well, Fallen Order. Can't wait to catch the next episode and play the game!

[Merlin1958]

COULD THE SECOND EPISODE BE BETTER!!?!! YES IT COULD!!! This is sooo good!! I have a nerd boner! Lol


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I'll be happy to share my thoughts with you, Kris but only if you promise to put that thing away!!!! LOL

Yes, the second episode was extremely cool and good as well!! The HD quality seems even better than I've seen from other streaming services if that is even possible. The cinematography is freaking awesome!! It really captures the feel of Episode IV and V IMHO The slow and deliberate story telling of the episodes is a real nice touch even if it is a freaking tease!!!! Can't wait for the next episode to drop!!! What's the schedule? Did someone post a link to the schedule?

BTW, my grandson called me on "Alexa" to tell what an awesome, Grandpa I am for getting him and his brother this service!!! That was a few hours or so ago and I still can't wipe the smile off my face!!! lol lol

[cit74]

I think new episodes drop every Friday - agreed my son and I thoroughly enjoyed Mandalorian

[Brian861]

Spoiler:

I knew SOY would use The Force! But the Mandalorian appeared to not know what it was. I suppose with Skywalker pretty much being the only Jedi that we would be aware of at the time, most wouldn't have ever seen it in action. But surely word of its use would have spread.

[webstar1000]

Spoiler:

I knew SOY would use The Force! But the Mandalorian appeared to not know what it was. I suppose with Skywalker pretty much being the only Jedi that we would be aware of at the time, most wouldn't have ever seen it in action. But surely word of its use would have spread.

Excellent point. I knew that was coming too and made me so happy. And I just love what I’m seeing. I’ve watched both episodes twice now LOL


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[Merlin1958]

Spoiler:

I knew SOY would use The Force! But the Mandalorian appeared to not know what it was. I suppose with Skywalker pretty much being the only Jedi that we would be aware of at the time, most wouldn't have ever seen it in action. But surely word of its use would have spread.

Spoiler:

You kinda answered your own question, Bri. Why would you assume the "word of its use" would have spread? As far as the rest of the galaxy probably knows the force had nothing to do with the fall of the Empire. The only one's in the know would be the remaining band of rebels that took down the Emperor, Darth Vadar and the Empire. The Universe is a really big place (lol). And really as far as anyone knows the force played a small role in the victory. I think that is a reasonable assumption given the way things played out at the end of ROTJ. Remember, Luke was off by himself away from the party and, Leia joins him and they see Anakin, Obi-Wan and Yoday in the sky. Seems to me that the force was a close kept participant in the victory. Luke then goes off to a planet to start another Jedi academy and Leia & Solo are making babies. What do you think?

[Hunchback Jack]

Should we set a convention on how long after release spoilerish discussion of The Mandalorian latest episode should stay hidden in spoiler tags? Or should readers just avoid the thread until they've seen the latest ep?

HBJ

[mae]

[Brian861]

Spoiler:

I knew SOY would use The Force! But the Mandalorian appeared to not know what it was. I suppose with Skywalker pretty much being the only Jedi that we would be aware of at the time, most wouldn't have ever seen it in action. But surely word of its use would have spread.

Spoiler:

You kinda answered your own question, Bri. Why would you assume the "word of its use" would have spread? As far as the rest of the galaxy probably knows the force had nothing to do with the fall of the Empire. The only one's in the know would be the remaining band of rebels that took down the Emperor, Darth Vadar and the Empire. The Universe is a really big place (lol). And really as far as anyone knows the force played a small role in the victory. I think that is a reasonable assumption given the way things played out at the end of ROTJ. Remember, Luke was off by himself away from the party and, Leia joins him and they see Anakin, Obi-Wan and Yoday in the sky. Seems to me that the force was a close kept participant in the victory. Luke then goes off to a planet to start another Jedi academy and Leia & Solo are making babies. What do you think?

Mainly because they are huge celebrities within the rebellion is my line of thinking.

Should we set a convention on how long after release spoilerish discussion of The Mandalorian latest episode should stay hidden in spoiler tags? Or should readers just avoid the thread until they've seen the latest ep?

HBJ

I think if there were a thread solely for The Mandalorian you could post there without spoilers as it would say in the title spoilers abound. I also think these things have a way of taking care of themselves over time.

[Brian861]

Spoiler:

I knew SOY would use The Force! But the Mandalorian appeared to not know what it was. I suppose with Skywalker pretty much being the only Jedi that we would be aware of at the time, most wouldn't have ever seen it in action. But surely word of its use would have spread.

Excellent point. I knew that was coming too and made me so happy. And I just love what I’m seeing. I’ve watched both episodes twice now LOL

I'm super stoked for it too, Kris. This is original trilogy good. I could see them expanding the universe even further but that's a slippery slope. It could go off the rails quickly if not handled correctly. Whatever happens, I hope we don't forget how good this was looking back.

[Brian861]

Curious as to how a theme park ride falls into the timeline.

[Kongo]

Anyone else bummed about the super quick run time of the episodes? I understand it's one big story split across 8 episodes, but damn do I not want it to end. The 2nd episode's 34 minute runtime (or whatever it was) just gave me blue balls. Can't wait to binge the entire season in its entirety

[webstar1000]

Curious as to how a theme park ride falls into the timeline.

Are you referring to the one opening December 5th in Orlando?


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[mae]

[Mattrick]

oof. Nearly an hour of someone trying to convince me Rogue One is not just a good film (it's pretty bad), but a masterpiece? You're going to have to paraphrase this for me because I can't see myself ever taking that plunge.

[Brian861]

Anyone else bummed about the super quick run time of the episodes? I understand it's one big story split across 8 episodes, but damn do I not want it to end. The 2nd episode's 34 minute runtime (or whatever it was) just gave me blue balls. Can't wait to binge the entire season in its entirety

Agreed! I'm so engaged it seems like it's only been 5 minutes when the credits roll. How about that gorgeous art at the end of each episode!

Curious as to how a theme park ride falls into the timeline.

Are you referring to the one opening December 5th in Orlando?

Yea. It's in the timeline that Mae posted.

[Brian861]

Rogue One is my second favorite SW film.

[webstar1000]

oof. Nearly an hour of someone trying to convince me Rogue One is not just a good film (it's pretty bad), but a masterpiece? You're going to have to paraphrase this for me because I can't see myself ever taking that plunge.

Rogue one is pretty bad? Your crazy! Masterpiece...no. But it’s good.


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[mae]

I watched the whole thing, it's a great essay. It says it's flawed right in the title. But I agree, because I love Rogue One, it's one of my favorite Star Wars films, probably my second favorite as well.

[Mattrick]

Well, I'm not debating the fact it's flawed. It's clearly flawed. But what makes it a flawed masterpiece? Liking something despite its flaws doesn't make something a near masterpiece. Blade Runner is a flawed masterpiece.

[mae]

I wouldn't be able to encapsulate it or express it better than the video's author did, so if you ever have some time to kill and are a SW fan, check it out. Personally, as pointed out in the video, it's how these new characters we've never met but have been alluded to are presented, their tragic journey and sacrifice, it all makes for a compelling drama. The final lead-in into A New Hope is masterfully done. It works great both as a standalone story and as a direct prequel to Episode 4. I never had an issue with the opening scene of A New Hope but apparently some fans did and still do after Rogue One. Regardless, the film itself and the doomed characters it introduces is what wins it for me. And just visually speaking it's great with the final battle being some of the very best Star Wars has ever done.

[mae]

On another note,

baby Yoda is super cute! (I know it's not the Yoda but I don't think these creatures have a name?)

[webstar1000]

On another note,

baby Yoda is super cute! (I know it's not the Yoda but I don't think these creatures have a name?)

Totally agree and just love him!


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