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Will Star Wars VII Have Luke Skywalker Return To Yavin 4?

By: Eric Eisenberg The most famous real-world Star Wars shooting location has to be the Tunisian desert. With the exception of The Empire Strikes Back, every film in the franchise has shot at least one scene in the African nation, the sandy terrain primarily used for the areas of Tatooine, which you may remember as Luke Skywalker‘s homeworld. But there is another lesser-known on-location spot … Continue reading Will Star Wars VII Have Luke Skywalker Return To Yavin 4?

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Revealed: Star Wars Originally Had Female X-Wing Pilots

By: Sean O’Connell Quick! Name three female characters from the original Star Wars! Well, there was Princess Leia. And Luke’s aunt Beru (Shelagh Fraser). And … um. Well … there was, uh, Ashoka? No, that was Clone Wars. Were any of the Jawas female? Clearly George Lucas wasn’t going out of his way to be politically correct back in 1977 when he took audiences to … Continue reading Revealed: Star Wars Originally Had Female X-Wing Pilots

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Could The Lord Of The Rings Be Re-Released In 3D? Peter Jackson Seems To Think So

By: Katey Rich This weekend’s The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey will be the first opportunity most have to see the world of Middle Earth in 3D– and depending on which screening you choose, you could see it in the ultra-sharp, fairly controversial 48 frames per second. But anyone watching the way Hollywood has worked over the last year or two could probably guess that, at … Continue reading Could The Lord Of The Rings Be Re-Released In 3D? Peter Jackson Seems To Think So

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George Lucas: ‘I Don’t Really Have Much To Do’ As ‘Consultant’ On Star Wars: Episode VII

By: Erin O’Sullivan – Access Hollywood George Lucas will be involved in the making of “Star Wars: Episode VII,” but from somewhat of a distance. Access Hollywood caught up with the legend at the Governor’s Awards on Saturday, where he explained what his duties as a “consultant” on the highly-anticipated seventh film will be, following Disney‘s acquisition of Lucasfilms. “[If the filmmakers ask],’Who’s this guy?’ … Continue reading George Lucas: ‘I Don’t Really Have Much To Do’ As ‘Consultant’ On Star Wars: Episode VII

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Bungie releases Destiny concept art

By: Laura Parker Halo maker Bungie have released an official screenshot from their upcoming game, rumoured to be titled Destiny. The screenshot, posted on Bungie’sofficial site, came as a response to a leaked marketing document reportedly provided to IGN by a reader, which outed story details and concept art from the upcoming game. According to IGN, Bungie has confirmed the document was prepared by an … Continue reading Bungie releases Destiny concept art

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Matthew Vaughn’s Star Wars Possibly Confirmed By Kick-Ass Co-Star

By: Sean O’Connell Ever since Walt Disney and Lucasfilm announced their partnership, which led to the creation of three new Star Wars films, Matthew Vaughn has been atop a shortlist of potential directors thought to helm the anticipated Episode VII. With each passing week, directors have taken their names out of the race, from J.J. Abrams to Steven Spielberg. But Vaughn has stayed quiet … … Continue reading Matthew Vaughn’s Star Wars Possibly Confirmed By Kick-Ass Co-Star

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New Star Wars Trilogy Could Bring Back Lawrence Kasdan

By: Katey Rich Attempts to figure out who will direct the upcoming Star Wars Episode VIIhave largely been dead ends, with rumors falling apart and more directors taking themselves out of the running than actually expressing interest. So with Lucasfilm still playing those cards very much close to the vest, why not pursue something a bit easier to figure out: who will write it? OK, … Continue reading New Star Wars Trilogy Could Bring Back Lawrence Kasdan

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Brad Bird Won’t Direct Star Wars Episode VII

By: Eric Eisenberg When Star Wars Episode VII was first announced the internet went nuts suggesting possible directors to helm the project. Fans and journalists alike threw out names like J.J. Abrams, Guillermo del Toro, and Steven Spielberg, but of the dozens of names none sounded better in my mind than Brad Bird. Beyond the fact that the guy has done nothing but produce awesome work since first … Continue reading Brad Bird Won’t Direct Star Wars Episode VII

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Could Star Wars Episode VII Be Directed By An Indie Newcomer?

By: Kristy Puchko Buckle up, gang, because with Disney buying Lucasfilm and assuring three new Star Wars movies, we will be facing an onslaught of rumors of who might dare take the helm for years to come. Movie fans have already thrown out their picks, which include such major names as Christopher Nolan, David Fincher and Joss Whedon, but now a curious rumor suggests that … Continue reading Could Star Wars Episode VII Be Directed By An Indie Newcomer?

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Watch Campaign Video For Brad Bird Directing Star Wars Episode VII

By: Kristy Puchko It’s Election Day in America, and while many of us are glued to television screens and computer monitors hungry for the latest polls, reports of lines at polling places, and a barrage of commentary from friends, foes and celebrities, there’s someone already looking ahead to our future. Well, I mean, aside from the candidates. The Unlearning Channel has an eye on 2015, when Star … Continue reading Watch Campaign Video For Brad Bird Directing Star Wars Episode VII

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