Welcome to our new weekly look back at the highlights of the news from the past week – from the irrelevant, to the best of fan content / media, the latest official news, rumours and reviews…
MONDAY 17TH MARCH 2014
NEWS: Star Wars Episode VII is not of interest to at least someone…?
Scottish actor Denis Lawson, of Wedge Antilles fame, appears to talk himself out of a role in Episode VII – stating that he gets bored about talking about Star Wars. But if the role was of substance would his opinion change? Perhaps according to a conversation site friend Gary Mancini had with him earlier in the year.
NEWS: New ILM Facility in Vancouver Opens
We learn via the Hollywood Reporter that the new ILM studio in Vancouver has opened. Lets make some Star Wars movie magic!!!
NEWS: Geek Couture – Star Wars Style
Are you heading to San Diego Comic Con? Get ready for Ashley Eckstein bringing a unique fashion show courtesy of Her Universe.
TUESDAY 18TH MARCH 2014
REVIEW: The Empire Striketh Back
Read Mark Newbold’s review of the latest of the William Shakespeare inspired Star Wars adaptations. Is it any good, or much ado about nothing?!?!
RUMOUR: Episode VII Media & Vendor Meetings?
We got some fresh rumours that a number of media and vendor tours and meetings have taken place at Pinewood Studios of late. Purely rumour at this point in time, but exciting times lie ahead…
REVIEW: Billy Dee Williams on Dancing With The Stars
Teresa brings us this clip and review of the one and only Lando on Dancing With The Stars. Star Wars and ballroom dancing do mix!!!
NEWS: Episode VII Official News
We finally get some more facts from the Episode VII production. Set 30 years after ROTJ and filming due to start in May, with some familiar faces and new young leads!!! Even the smallest of news creates so much excitement.
WEDNESDAY 19TH MARCH 2014
REVIEW: Darth Vader and the Cry of Shadows #4
Zak brings us his latest comic review. This time covering issue four of Darth Vader and the Cry of Shadows. As Dark Horse near the end of their original comic releases, find out how this latest issue stacks up.
REVIEW: Little Debbie’s Snack Cakes
A first for the site, a food review! Eat along and see if you agree with Mark’s assessment of these Star Wars treats!!!
NEWS: Ralph McQuarrie Tribute Part 3
Find our about Ralph’s influence on The Clone Wars in part three of this brilliant series of videos. Simply wonderful insights.
NEWS: Fantasy Flight Games Latest
Jonathan brings us all the latest news on Fantasy Flight Games Rebel Aces.
THURSDAY – 20th MARCH 2014
COMPETITION: Win Honor amongst Thieves Audio Book
The latest Jedi News competition is up. Take a chance at winning this audio book – entries close on 28th March 2014.
NEWS: Clone Wars Voice Actors Win BTVA Awards
Congratulations to all the deserved winners and indeed all of the Clone Wars cast for an epic series. It will be sadly missed.
BLOG: Collecting The Galaxy: 15 Years of LEGO Star Wars, Part 2
Read our very own James Burns latest blog on collecting Star Wars Lego over on the official site.
RUMOUR: Episode VII Plate Shots Slated For Iceland
One of our readers, Maestro, sent in the following rumour from Icelandic website Visir. Plate Shots are to be filmed in Iceland for Episode VII with the potential of crew shots at a later point. Could a return to Hoth be on the cards? Or will it being using Iceland’s other wonderful scenery beyond the ice and snow.
FRIDAY – 21ST MARCH 2014
BLOG: Star Wars Inspired Music
Our very own Mark Newbold continues his eclectic blog series looking at all things Star Wars over on the official site, with this journey through music inspired by the galaxy, far, far, away…
NEWS: Sam Witwer Was Going to Audition For Role
Our friends over at Making Star Wars reported on Sam Witwer confirming that he intended to audition for Star Wars Episode VII, but the role changed and he did not go in. I for one would love to see Sam on the big screen for Star Wars…
NEWS: Star Wars Tunisia Present the Making of Happy
Site friend, C-3PO costumer, and Make a Wish volunteer Simon Wilkie gave us this video to share of the Making of Happy which was made with members of Star Wars Tunisia. The next episode of Radio 1138 will feature a chat with Simon – don’t miss it.
NEWS: ‘See How They Run’ Touring the UK Now
WarWick’s brilliant tour with the Reduced Height Theatre Company continues. Now featuring comments from Mark and his lovely wife in this great fun trailer for the show!
SOMETHING FOR THE WEEKEND!
Matt brings us this brilliant series of artwork by Dave Vancook, inserting Star Wars characters and themes into old thrift store paintings
James Burn’s Star Wars collection episode of the BBC 2 series, Collectaholics is due to hit UK screens on April 2nd. See this 3 minute preview to wet your appetite.
Mark brings us the latest review on the Star Wars Fact File, a brilliant and diverse series so far.
THE WEEKS BEST PODCASTS
Whether commuting, relaxing or out running. You cannot beat some Star Wars audio entertainment in your eardrums, here’s my pick of the weeks best podcasts!
PODCAST: The Wolfpack Podcast #54
The third arc in the Lost Missions of The Clone Wars is dissected for your entertainment by the Wolfpack!
PODCAST: Talk Talk Talk with Darren Hayes
A masterclass of songwriting and artistry with Darren’s mentor Rick Nowels is the centre of this latest podcast.
PODCAST: Coffee With Kenobi #15
Dan and Cory focus on the Prequels with guest Brian Young from the Full of Sith podcast.
PODCAST: RebelForce Radio
Jason Swank and Jimmy Mac are joined by the one and only Dave Filoni to discuss all things Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels. Not to be missed!
That Was the Week That Wars…
