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I Can't Believe These 5 Massive Differences Between George Lucas' Original Prequel Trilogy & The Movies He Made

George Lucas previously had radically different plans for the Star Wars prequel trilogy, and I cannot believe how much these ideas would have changed not only that trilogy but also Star Wars movies and TV shows moving forward. The prequel trilogy is one of …

Source: Screen Rant - Neutral
Published on Apr 4, 2025

How George Lucas Changed His Mind Over Revenge Of The Sith's Most Disappointing Villain (& How Star Wars Fixed The ...

General Grievous had a strange history in the Star Wars franchise before his live-action debut in Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith. In the film, Grievous is the dreaded leader of the Separatist military, yet he repeatedly flees the Jedi as soon …

Source: Screen Rant - Neutral
Published on Apr 3, 2025

The sci-fi movie George Lucas knew ‘Star Wars’ could never beat: “Far superior”

(Credits: Far Out / YouTube Still) Many of the great directors are constantly pitted against each other, with people comparing the impact of new Hollywood directors such as Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese and Peter Bogdanovich. But when two directors …

Source: Far Out Magazine - Neutral
Published on Apr 3, 2025

Star Wars Returns To George Lucas' Canceled TV Show 20 Years After He First Announced It (But It's Not The Same)

A new Star Wars show is finally revisiting George Lucas' plans for a scrapped live-action TV show 20 years after he announced it, but it looks very different after two decades. Back in 2005, George Lucas announced a live-action show titled Star Wars: …

Source: Screen Rant - Neutral
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Deepa Mehta on 30 Years of Boundary-Breaking Cinema: Facing Down Protests, Hanging Up on George Lucas and Her $1 Deal ...

Billboard Women in Music 2025 From facing angry mobs in Varanasi to fielding calls from George Lucas, Oscar-nominated filmmaker Deepa Mehta has built a fearless career challenging cultural taboos — and at 74, she’s not slowing down. In a wide-ranging …

Source: Variety - Neutral
Published on 07:20 GMT

African gothic reclaimed with a story of seers

Have you ever wondered what you would do if you received visions of the future? Now, I need to be clear here. I’m not talking about a situation where you could willingly peer forward through the veils of time and see exactly what you wanted to see. …

Source: Mail & Guardian - Left-wing
Published on Apr 1, 2025

Two Years Ago, Ahsoka's Anakin Skywalker Return Fixed One Massive George Lucas Mistake

The Ahsoka show fixed one massive Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader mistake George Lucas made in the Star Wars prequel trilogy, but I still wish we'd gotten to see it 20 years ago. Ahsoka proved to be a brilliant addition to Star Wars movies and TV …

Source: Screen Rant - Neutral
Published on 01:02 GMT

Val Kilmer’s Best Movies

(Photo by WB/ Courtesy Everett Collection. KISS KISS BANG BANG.) Across a 40-plus-year career, the late Val Kilmer was confounding and difficult to define both on- and off-screen, and intentionally so. An actor that seemed to have a sixth sense for the …

Source: Rotten Tomatoes - Label Pending
Published on Apr 4, 2025

The greatest experience Will Smith ever had in a movie theatre: “It shaped how I look at the world”

(Credits: Far Out / YouTube Still) Will Smith was born to be an entertainer. From his music career to his conquering of the movie business to his general demeanour, everything about the guy screams ‘watch me’. He is always on, always in the mood to …

Source: Far Out Magazine - Neutral
Published on Apr 4, 2025

Review: Black, Momoa best part of middling ‘Minecraft’

Video games are not my expertise. I haven’t played them regularly since the early 1980s when Atari was all the rage, and Intellivision made what at the time were considered the greatest sports video games ever. I do not know Minecraft from Tetris, and I …

Source: Fayetteville Flyer - Arkansas - Neutral
Published on Apr 4, 2025

The Guide #185: How The Phantom Menace’s trade wars can help you understand our political moment

There are many scary things to come out of Trump’s tariffs. The world economy being thrown into chaos; spiralling prices; furious economic experts showing charts with big down arrows, using phrases like “gilt markets” and “share index undergrowth”, which I …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Apr 4, 2025

The stories of the cast of Willow - including two stars who fell in love on set

Willow captured the hearts of audiences when it was released in 1988, but where is the cast now? The 1988 fantasy gem Willow holds a special place in the hearts of many who first saw the film in their youth. This adventure became a staple for kids of the …

Source: Daily Mirror - Left-wing
Published on Apr 4, 2025

8 Hidden Facts You Never Knew About Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge Of The Sith

A long time ago (20 years ago, to be precise), in a galaxy we call home, George Lucas brought his epic prequel trilogy to a close. After spending years wondering exactly what the fall of Anakin Skywalker and the rise of the Empire looked like, a ton of …

Source: WhatCulture - Neutral
Published on Apr 4, 2025

Donald Trump's Reciprocal Tariffs: Did Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace really predict the trade wars?

Once upon a time, in a galaxy not so far away, an orange-tinted Palpatine stood in a rose garden and declared economic war on half the planet. On April 2, 2025, Donald Trump emerged from political semi-retirement to announce a sweeping new tariff regime. …

Source: The Times of India - Center-right
Published on Apr 4, 2025

9 actors who had surprising careers before fame

We love a good origin story, especially when it involves Hollywood’s brightest stars coming from the most unexpected walks of life. While it’s easy to picture them as glamorous icons now, many of these actors once held jobs that feel hilariously far from …

Source: The Express Tribune - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 4, 2025

Inside the lives of the cast of 80s fantasy classic Willow, nearly 40 years on

George Lucas and Ron Howard's fantasy epic Willow was a childhood favourite for many, but what happened to its all-star cast of actors including Val Kilmer, Joanne Whalley and Warwick Davis? Take a magical trip down memory lane to 1988, when Star Wars …

Source: Daily Record & Sunday Mail - Left-wing
Published on Apr 4, 2025

Steven Spielberg Tops Celebrity Rich List with a Net Worth of $5.3 Billion

KATHMANDU: Kim Kardashian to Jerry Seinfeld, 18 celebrities have converted their fame into positions among the world’s wealthiest individuals. Celebrities getting wealthy is not new, but to reach a fortune of billions is a rare achievement—fewer than two …

Source: Nepal news - Neutral
Published on Apr 4, 2025

Who's the Bossk? - Episode 221: Celebration 2025 Preview with Kristine Smith, Martin Smith, Michael Serna, Matt Martin, ...

Your browser does not support the audio element. 2:13:24 Who's the Bossk? - Episode 221: Celebration 2025 Preview with Kristine Smith, Martin Smith, Michael Serna, Matt Martin, and The High Republic Authors 2:13:24 Who’s the Bossk? – Episode 219: …

Source: Laughing Place - Neutral
Published on Apr 4, 2025

Most Iconic Star Wars Characters

Summary Darth Vader is central to the Star Wars saga, symbolizing redemption and balance in the Force. Luke Skywalker evolves from a humble farm boy to a Jedi Master, embodying heroism and resilience. Han Solo, Princess Leia, and Chewbacca are beloved …

Source: Game Rant - Neutral

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Published on April 5, 2025 - 00:00 GMT

Making Movies in Our Minds: Working Through Our Anxiety Presented by Atticus Publishing

‘Transforming Anxiety into Peace and Emotional Freedom’ SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Atticus Publishing proudly presents Making Movies in Our Minds: Working Through Our Anxiety, a groundbreaking book by Dr. John …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 20:17 GMT

Marina del Rey Film Festival to Host Independent Filmmakers in Culver City

CULVER CITY, CA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Marina del Rey Film Festival 2025 welcomes filmmakers to a weeklong celebration of Independent Film screenings at The Culver Theatre, located in Downtown Culver City. Now in its …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 20:57 GMT

AWARD-WINNING NO ADDRESS BEGINS PREMIUM STREAMING APRIL 4TH

Inspired by true events, this thought-provoking & inspirational film aims to address the realities of homelessness in America with call-to-action. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Robert Craig Films …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 17:42 GMT

BOULDER CREST FOUNDATION, ATLANTIC PICTURES & TONGAL LAUNCH SHORT FILM CONTEST TO SPOTLIGHT POSTTRAUMATIC GROWTH

Hero's Journey: Posttraumatic Story Challenge A film contest celebrating turning struggle into strength BLUEMONT, VA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BOULDER CREST FOUNDATION, ATLANTIC PICTURES, AND TONGAL LAUNCH SHORT …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 18:14 GMT

NHuS³ Media Launches Production Studio Focused on Execution, Not Talk

New Dallas based production company announces unique slate of films and TV shows. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NHuS³ Media, a multidisciplinary creative studio focused on film and television production, has …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

“Bull Street” Continues Its Journey: Wendy Tucker-Tannock Launches Streaming Platform for Independent Film

Main Line Studios launches Bull Street streaming platform, led by Wendy Tucker-Tannock, expanding access for independent filmmakers worldwide. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Main Line Studios is proud to announce the …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 12:38 GMT

PETG Printing Grade Label Film Market to Reach USD 5,022 Million by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 7.8%States Fact.MR

Analysis of PETG Printing Grade Label Film Market Covering 30+ Countries Including Analysis of US, Canada, UK, Germany, France, Nordics, GCC countries, Japan MD, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global PETG printing …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 13:37 GMT

YOGA RETREAT 'FROM THE CRYPT' AT BUFFALO BILL’S HOUSE - THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS FILM LOCATION

Special Packages Available Weekend of May 16th - 18th PERRYOPOLIS, PA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Want to master your down dog and get your tuck on at the same time? Buffalo Bill’s House, the real film location for The …

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Published on April 5, 2025 - 00:00 GMT

Making Movies in Our Minds: Working Through Our Anxiety Presented by Atticus Publishing

‘Transforming Anxiety into Peace and Emotional Freedom’ SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Atticus Publishing proudly presents Making Movies in Our Minds: Working Through Our Anxiety, a groundbreaking book by Dr. John …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 22:26 GMT

Jeddah Season Celebrates Khalid Al-Faisal in “Daym Al-Sayf” Night

“Daym Al-Sayf” night honored Prince Khaled Al-Faisal’s cultural legacy with star-studded performances and an exhibition highlighting his life and achievements. JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA, April 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the presence of a …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 20:57 GMT

AWARD-WINNING NO ADDRESS BEGINS PREMIUM STREAMING APRIL 4TH

Inspired by true events, this thought-provoking & inspirational film aims to address the realities of homelessness in America with call-to-action. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Robert Craig Films …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 20:17 GMT

Marina del Rey Film Festival to Host Independent Filmmakers in Culver City

CULVER CITY, CA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Marina del Rey Film Festival 2025 welcomes filmmakers to a weeklong celebration of Independent Film screenings at The Culver Theatre, located in Downtown Culver City. Now in its …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 19:54 GMT

ATTO Technology Unveils Thunderbolt™ 5 Adapters: Dual 64Gb Fibre Channel and Dual 100Gb Ethernet

New ThunderLink® Adapters Deliver Unprecedented Performance for High-Bandwidth Media & Entertainment Workflows AMHERST, NY, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ATTO Technology, Inc., a global leader in network and storage …

Distribution channels: Electronics Industry, IT Industry ...
Published on April 4, 2025 - 19:04 GMT

Jerry “J-Man” Joyner Engages Premier Voice Coaching with Voices Carey, Led by Legendary Bruce Carey

DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jerry “J-Man” Joyner, recently recognized for his bold personality, media presence, and disruptive influence in the entertainment industry, is taking his vocal game to the next level. …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 18:43 GMT

Veterans Bring the Punchlines in Vet Force Comedy

The Frontline of Funny: New NHuS³ Comedy Series Spotlights Veterans with a Mic and a Mission. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NHuS³ Media has announced the development of Vet Force Comedy, an original competition …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 18:14 GMT

NHuS³ Media Launches Production Studio Focused on Execution, Not Talk

New Dallas based production company announces unique slate of films and TV shows. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NHuS³ Media, a multidisciplinary creative studio focused on film and television production, has …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 17:27 GMT

Stewart T. Monti Sr. Releases MARY AND SIR EDWARD, A Poetic Tale of Courage & Compassion for All Ages

A Poetic Journey of Bravery and Kindness in the Middle Ages BLAND, VA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stewart T. Monti Sr., retired Air Force Major and poet, has released a charming and inspirational book, MARY AND SIR EDWARD …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 15:15 GMT

Six New High-Quality Indian Egg Donors Now Available in the USA and Canada: IndianEggDonors.com Expands Selection

"IndianEggDonors.com announces six new high-quality Indian egg donors, available for immediate nationwide shipment in the USA and Canada." NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IndianEggDonors.com Expands …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 15:05 GMT

Georgia Veterans for America First Partners with Paulding County GOP moving operational base to Hiram said Jared Craig

GA VFAF State Chapter Partners with Paulding County GOP moving operational base to Paulding leaving Cobb County HIRAM, GA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From L-Strategies the official press of Veterans for America First: …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 12:15 GMT

Samuel Beckett's 'Not I' and 'Rockaby,' Directed and Performed by Jeni Jones, Returns to Hollywood on May 10th

A popular incarnation of Samuel Beckett's seldom produced, female-led plays "Not I" and "Roackaby" returns to Hollywood on May 10th for a limited engagement. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 09:03 GMT

FREESTYLE DIGITAL MEDIA RELEASES MYSTERY-THRILLER “WHEN THE RINGLIGHTS DIM”

Stylish Mystery-Thriller Debuts on North American VOD Platforms and DVD Starting April 4, 2025 LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Freestyle Digital Media, the digital movie distribution division of Byron Allen’s Allen …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 04:53 GMT

Merging Blockchain and Sustainability: Three New Green Cryptocurrencies Unveiled

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Albanian Minerals to Launch Three Revolutionary Green Cryptocurrencies Backed by Vast Mineral Assets In an era defined by the urgent need for sustainable innovation, Albanian …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 02:00 GMT

indent and Red Seven Announce Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Creative IP-Works

～This collaboration will leverage Nola’s creative Writing platform to enhance webtoon development and drive innovation in IP creation.～ JAPAN, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- indent, Inc., the developer of Nola, a creative Writing platform …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 21:54 GMT

Linda Stewart Henley Brings the Heroic Spirit of World War II to Life in Kate’s War

A Gripping Tale of Bravery, Sacrifice, and the Strength of the Human Spirit ANACORTES, WA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kate’s War, the latest historical novel by award-winning author Linda Stewart Henley, is a …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 20:58 GMT

Esports Legend Billy Mitchell Prevails In Defamation Lawsuit Against Youtuber Karl Jobst In Australian Court

The District Court of Queensland awards Billy Mitchell nearly $400,000 AUD after defamation suit against YouTuber Karl Jobst, who made harmful public statements BRISBANE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The District …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 19:52 GMT

Novel gets jump on Revolution's 250th anniversary: Author available for interviews

Ghost shares experiences in Revolution's opening battle with teens who accept spine-tingling adventure WOODSTOCK, IL, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 2026 is the 250th anniversary of the signing of The Declaration of …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Education ...
Published on April 3, 2025 - 19:30 GMT

Verbit Delivers Upgraded Captioning and Translation Capabilities with New Plugin

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Verbit, a global provider of AI verbal intelligence, is making it even easier for creators to edit, enhance and streamline video workflows with its new integration with Adobe® …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 19:20 GMT

ALABAMA FIREWORKS BUSINESS OWNERS SPEAK OUT ON NEW 55% TARIFF THREATENING LOCAL CELEBRATIONS

DOTHAN, AL, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Contact: Dusty McKinley, CEO Charles McKinley, CFO & Managing Partner Ill Eagle Fireworks & Pyro Productions Inc. Email: charlesm@pyroproductions.com Phone: 866-535- …

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