Star Wars lore is not limited to six movies and an animated series. In fact, before the acquisition of LucasFilm, the Expanded Universe had a plethora of comic books, novels, and video games filled with adventures, heroes, villains, and exotic locations. This includes some pretty cool characters who have influenced the story-arcs. Here is the…
In a galaxy far, far away, before the sequel series, there was the comic books. Well, with one exception. Dark Horse Comics brought us into a future that might have been in the stories after the original Star Wars trilogy or how it could have turned out differently. In any case, I wanted to share…
J.J. Abrams takes back the director’s chair of one of the world’s most beloved science fiction franchises with Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise Of Skywalker, Disney’s final entry into the Skywalker Saga. After receiving a transmission that appears to be from the thought-dead Emperor Palpatine (Ian McDiarmid), Kylo Ren (Adam Driver) travels to the…
Star Wars was once a thriving franchise that inspired a world of fans, who are now divided over one thing, Rian Johnson’s The Last Jedi. While the majority agree, even if they had to watch it twice to realize it, Episode VIII, while visually stunning, was a cinematic disaster and a poor remake of Episode…
I am back! It is the New Year and as we enter the new season of StudioJake, I have decided to come back swinging with one of my favorite topics. That is right, Star Wars. I break down how Disney has ruined LucasFilms and how we can possibly bring it back. Plus, my new anime obsessions…
Happy May the Fourth! That’s right, it is that time of year when Star Wars fans are celebrating the science fiction franchise that shook the world when George Lucas’ masterpiece entered the silver screen. For those who are extra dense, May the Fourth became a play on “May the force be with you.” Just throwing…
Today on StudioJake, we had a very an epic live panel where we discussed Star Wars Episode VIII The Last Jedi. When the film first came out, I did an in depth review. Definitely give it a read. For this live event, I have the the Shakedown podcast co-host Austin Stephens, The Losers co-host Marshall…
Star Wars Episode VIII The Last Jedi premiered in theaters this week. Directed by Rian Johnson, it immediately follows The Force Awakens, picking up right where the film leaves off. Normally, I have a summary of the plot, but I’m afraid I will deliver too many spoilers if I do that. Thus I will…
Since Disney purchased Lucas Films, they have promised science fiction fans something big. That is more Star Wars films. After The Force Awakens, comes Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, the first in independent storylines apart from the main series. Directed by Gareth Edwards, this movie takes place in between Revenge of the Sith and…
Okay, so there are a lot of positive reactions to the new Star Wars character Rey. One thing we can agree on, even if you thought Star Wars The Force Awakens was a remake of Star Wars Episode IV A New Hope, like me, or you thought The Force Awakens was the chosen one to bring…
Star Wars Episode VI: Return Of The Jedi is the finale to the original saga. Director George Lucas decided to end the trilogy on a high note with plenty of sci-fi action. Like its predecessors, this film has many lines that remain quotable to this day. Here Are Ten Awesome Quotes From Star Wars: Return…
