Star Wars

The Ladies of Star Wars, Playing Cards

I know what you’re thinking right now. “Who in the hell is Koyi Matei?” We haven’t the slightest clue, but she was probably the chief protagonist in Episode 2, or something. [ThinkGeek via ChipChick]

Tech News Mark Wilson Dec 23

The Galactic Empire Takes Control of Wall Street

It looks like Wall Street is getting a little boost from the Dark Side of the Force. Darth Vader and a team of Clone Troopers arrived at the New York Stock Exchange this morning to ring the opening bell. [via The Hollywood Reporter]

io9 Lauren Davis Dec 22

The Galactic Empire Has Taken Over Wall Street

It seems that Wall Street is finally an official part of a dark empire. Or at least that’s the impression I’m getting from seeing Darth Vader himself ringing the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange earlier. Wonder if that long awkward silence is because everyone’s trying to think of a non-obvious joke about…

Tech News Rosa Golijan Dec 22

Who is the Sexiest Blue Woman in the Universe?

James Cameron has talked a great deal about how he designed Neytiri, Avatar’s main female character, to be incredibly sexy. But is she really the sexiest blue woman you’ve ever seen? We take a look at the competition. For gallery-free viewing, click here. https://gizmodo.com/sexy-blue-women-5431487 Who is the sexiest blue woman in the universe?(survey)

Books & Comics Lauren Davis Dec 21

70-Minute Review of Phantom Menace Is The Only Prequel I’m Ever Watching Again

This astounding Phantom Menace video review has been making the rounds, and for good reason. This wickedly brutal analysis splits the film wide open, with clever edits and behind the scenes footage including Lucas’ melt down at a PM screening. Part 1 Part 2 – And FINALLY Someone breaks down the horrible space taxes plot.…

io9 Meredith Woerner Dec 21

Star Wars Weather Finally Puts the Forecast Into Terms I Can Understand

Weather reports are complicated. Barometric pressure, precipitation probabilities, there’s too much to keep track of. Star Wars Weather takes all that info puts it into terms I can understand: what Star Wars planet the current conditions most closely resemble. I live in the northeast. All I really need to know for the next few months…

Tech News Chris Jacob Dec 19

British Court: Stormtroopers Don’t Belong To Lucas

Everyone who wants to make their own Stormtrooper costume without fear of reprisals from George Lucas, move to Britain. That seems to be the message sent by the British courts, which have just declared that Star Wars‘ Stormtroopers aren’t copyrightable. The British Court of Appeals upheld the original British verdict that the familiar white-and-black costume…

Movies Graeme McMillan Dec 19

Epic 70-Minute Phantom Menace Review Justifies the Existence of The Phantom Menace

You probably don’t think there’s any way you’d ever watch a 70-minute-long YouTube dismantling of the first horrible Star Wars prequel. And you’d be wrong, because this is one of the best things ever. Seriously, just start watching the first one if you don’t believe me. And really, are you going to argue with Lost…

Movies Adam Frucci Dec 18

R.I.P. Alien Screenwriter Dan O’Bannon

Whether or not you’ve heard Dan O’Bannon‘s name before, you’re a fan of his work on Dark Star, Star Wars, Alien, Lifeforce, Screamers and Total Recall. He passed away yesterday, but his legacy on lives forever. Probably O’Bannon’s biggest contribution to science-fiction movies is his work on the screenplay of Alien, which started life as…

io9 Charlie Jane Anders Dec 18

Exclusive Clip From Family Guy’s Empire Strikes Back Has A New Lando

We’ve got the first exclusive clip from Seth MacFarlane’s second Family Guy Star Wars spoof. Since Empire Strikes Back is the best of the bunch, MacFarlane is really going to have to bring it… and so far, so good. The official name for the Empire Strikes back spoof is Something Something Something Dark Side, and…

Movies Meredith Woerner Dec 17

Space Cowboys and a Disco Death Star in Soviet Star Wars Art

These hand-drawn movie posters from the Soviet Union paint a much more surreal version of Star Wars than the familiar epic posters. In lieu of spaceships and stormtroopers, we get a horse-riding space cowboy and cat-like Darth Vader. [via Neatorama]

Movies Lauren Davis Dec 16

Beautiful Lego in Hoth Photos Have Me in Total Awe

These are not the biggerest of Lego spaceships nor an impossible balancing act. It’s just Lego Star Wars perfectly photographed using a very clever, and deceitfully simple technique. This is how the expert Finnish photographer Avanaut did it: https://gizmodo.com/lego-colonial-space-ship-is-big-enough-to-terraform-rea-5102362 In his own words: There’s been some questions about how I do the snowshots. I’ve given…

Tech News Jesus Diaz Dec 15

The Greatest Nerdy Gift Books In The Galaxy

If you’re looking for an awesome gift for the uber-geeks in your life, then nothing is better than a book. We’ve collected a gift guide, covering everything from SF classics to Star Wars to astronaut lore, for your favorite nerds. Deluxe Editions Of Science Fiction/Fantasy Classics Should you wish to view this in non-gallery format,…

Books & Comics Charlie Jane Anders Dec 15

This Week’s Comics Filled By Art Books, Angel And New Superheroes

Worried about the skip week of comic shipments? It’s time to start stocking up on collections to tide you over, and this week’s new releases are perfectly ready to help you do just that very thing. For Whedonites, there’s a simple choice of Single Issue Of The Week, and that’s Angel: A Hole In The…

Books & Comics Graeme McMillan Dec 15

Is This The Toolkit Your Shed Was Looking For?

A toolkit disguised as R2-D2? Sure, why not. This 1:6 scale model Artoo comes loaded with a utility saw, mechanical gripper, periscope scanner and five other tools of the trade. For helping build your Star Wars toys, naturally. Considering it’s hand-painted and limited edition, it’s not actually that expensive at $158 on pre-order. Or maybe…

Tech News Kat Hannaford Dec 15

How To Build Your Own Millennium Falcon Xbox

The Millennium Falcon Xbox has been floating around the web, like a phantom, for some time. But now you can build your own, assuming you have a dremel and the 1979 Kenner model. [instructables via craziest gadgets via ubergizmo]

Tech News Mark Wilson Dec 15

Lucas Brings Back The Secret Apprentice, But How? Plus New Star Trek MMO Trailer

The Secret Apprentice, Starkiller, is back, but we have no idea how. If it’s because of love, we may have to unleash the Force on LucasArts. Also, check out the latest trailer and news from Star Trek Online. Spoilers below. This trailer was released at the Spike TV Video Game Awards, revealing that there will…

Movies Meredith Woerner Dec 14

Millennium Falcon Bed May Not Look Like Much, But She’s Got It Where It Counts

Climb aboard the fastest ship in the galaxy — it’s the Millennium Falcon bed. Check out our full gallery, showing the insane detail on each pillow. Sleep in style, while making the Kessel Run in less than twelve parsecs. While this lovely contraption isn’t for sale, you can become a fan of it over at…

Movies Meredith Woerner Dec 14

Star Wars Adidas Sneakers: The Full Collection

Remember the Adidas Imperial Stormtrooper sneakers sneaky sneak preview? The full collection has been revealed. I like the Skywalker and X-Wing models. Yoda is not bad, but Leia and the TIE Fighter are way too much. https://gizmodo.com/adidas-imperial-stormtrooper-sneakers-5409657 Still, what I really want are the original Zissou Adidas. Head to Kicks on Fire for the full…

Tech News Jesus Diaz Dec 14

Hyperspace Dreams

Things one should not say while engaged in romantic duties in a Millennium Falcon bed: “She may not look like much, but she’s got it where it counts, kid. I’ve made a lot of special modifications myself.” Designer Kayla Kromer strikes a pose. Leia lookalike not included. Perfect for lighting up the insides of a…

Tech News Jack Loftus Dec 13

The Ladies of Star Wars, Playing Cards

The Galactic Empire Takes Control of Wall Street

The Galactic Empire Has Taken Over Wall Street

Who is the Sexiest Blue Woman in the Universe?

70-Minute Review of Phantom Menace Is The Only Prequel I’m Ever Watching Again

Star Wars Weather Finally Puts the Forecast Into Terms I Can Understand

British Court: Stormtroopers Don’t Belong To Lucas

Epic 70-Minute Phantom Menace Review Justifies the Existence of The Phantom Menace

R.I.P. Alien Screenwriter Dan O’Bannon

Exclusive Clip From Family Guy’s Empire Strikes Back Has A New Lando

Space Cowboys and a Disco Death Star in Soviet Star Wars Art

Beautiful Lego in Hoth Photos Have Me in Total Awe

The Greatest Nerdy Gift Books In The Galaxy

This Week’s Comics Filled By Art Books, Angel And New Superheroes

Is This The Toolkit Your Shed Was Looking For?

How To Build Your Own Millennium Falcon Xbox

Lucas Brings Back The Secret Apprentice, But How? Plus New Star Trek MMO Trailer

Millennium Falcon Bed May Not Look Like Much, But She’s Got It Where It Counts

Star Wars Adidas Sneakers: The Full Collection

Hyperspace Dreams

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