How THE LAST JEDI deals with “Force Training” By Matthew Martin| August 15, 2018 Movie Blogs Matthew breaks down (yet another) of The Last Jedi's controversial topics, that of Luke's training of Rey, how easily she grasps it and proficient the student seems to be with the mystical power... How THE LAST JEDI deals with “Force Training” By Matthew Martin| August 15, 2018 Movie Blogs Matthew breaks down (yet another) of The Last Jedi's controversial topics, that of Luke's training of Rey, how easily she grasps it and proficient the student seems to be with the mystical power...
On The Last Jedi’s four-act theme of “failure” By Matthew Martin| July 8, 2018 Movie Blogs The Last Jedi is not a typical popcorn adventure movie. It's a film with a strong theme woven throughout its story, and it tells that story in an unusual four-act way... On The Last Jedi’s four-act theme of “failure” By Matthew Martin| July 8, 2018 Movie Blogs The Last Jedi is not a typical popcorn adventure movie. It's a film with a strong theme woven throughout its story, and it tells that story in an unusual four-act way...
Was THE LAST JEDI a box office disappointment? By Matthew Martin| June 24, 2018 Movie Blogs It's the most divisive movie in the series, with some fans swearing off Star Wars for good because of it. There's no question The Last Jedi is controversial, but was it a box office disaster as some claim? Let's break it down AND put things in perspective... Was THE LAST JEDI a box office disappointment? By Matthew Martin| June 24, 2018 Movie Blogs It's the most divisive movie in the series, with some fans swearing off Star Wars for good because of it. There's no question The Last Jedi is controversial, but was it a box office disaster as some claim? Let's break it down AND put things in perspective...
Let’s talk about Disney’s approach to Star Wars… By Matthew Martin| June 18, 2018 Movie Blogs Solo is a box office bomb, which is a first for Star Wars. There's a lot of blame to go around, but the ultimate finger needs to be pointed at the House of Mouse and its approach to the franchise... Let’s talk about Disney’s approach to Star Wars… By Matthew Martin| June 18, 2018 Movie Blogs Solo is a box office bomb, which is a first for Star Wars. There's a lot of blame to go around, but the ultimate finger needs to be pointed at the House of Mouse and its approach to the franchise...
About the direction of Star Wars under Kathleen Kennedy… By Matthew Martin| June 10, 2018 Movie Blogs SOLO is out now but its box office intake has been relatively disappointing. It had a troubled production too but that's not new to Star Wars, at least not since the new management moved in... About the direction of Star Wars under Kathleen Kennedy… By Matthew Martin| June 10, 2018 Movie Blogs SOLO is out now but its box office intake has been relatively disappointing. It had a troubled production too but that's not new to Star Wars, at least not since the new management moved in...
REVIEW: Solo – A Star Wars Story is what it is and nothing else By Matthew Martin| May 26, 2018 Movie Reviews A troubled production hindered but did not stop the release of the newest Star Wars movie. SOLO explores the early adventures of Han Solo, pirate and scoundrel. Does it justify its existence? Does it offer a bold and exciting new take on the character? Read on... REVIEW: Solo – A Star Wars Story is what it is and nothing else By Matthew Martin| May 26, 2018 Movie Reviews A troubled production hindered but did not stop the release of the newest Star Wars movie. SOLO explores the early adventures of Han Solo, pirate and scoundrel. Does it justify its existence? Does it offer a bold and exciting new take on the character? Read on...
Is the Star Wars sequel trilogy secretly a PREQUEL trilogy? By Matthew Martin| April 17, 2018 Movie Blogs What if the trilogy we think is telling the rise and fall of Kylo Ren is really just telling his rise? What if the story of redemption we think we're watching is really an epic tragedy? Let's talk about Episode IX and what might just be a humongous head-fake by Disney and co. Is the Star Wars sequel trilogy secretly a PREQUEL trilogy? By Matthew Martin| April 17, 2018 Movie Blogs What if the trilogy we think is telling the rise and fall of Kylo Ren is really just telling his rise? What if the story of redemption we think we're watching is really an epic tragedy? Let's talk about Episode IX and what might just be a humongous head-fake by Disney and co.
On Disney owning Fox: Bringing the fanfare back to Star Wars By Matthew Martin| April 2, 2018 Movie Blogs Disney buying Fox means Disney now owns 100% of Star Wars, and with that, the means to release the definitive version of the original trilogy. But what IS the definitive version? On Disney owning Fox: Bringing the fanfare back to Star Wars By Matthew Martin| April 2, 2018 Movie Blogs Disney buying Fox means Disney now owns 100% of Star Wars, and with that, the means to release the definitive version of the original trilogy. But what IS the definitive version?
Post-viewing thoughts on STAR WARS : THE LAST JEDI (with SPOILERS) By Matthew Martin| December 16, 2017 Movie Blogs Five points of discussion after twice-seeing The Last Jedi...Beware: Spoilers abound! Post-viewing thoughts on STAR WARS : THE LAST JEDI (with SPOILERS) By Matthew Martin| December 16, 2017 Movie Blogs Five points of discussion after twice-seeing The Last Jedi...Beware: Spoilers abound!
Review: STAR WARS : THE LAST JEDI (no spoilers) By Matthew Martin| December 15, 2017 Movie Reviews The eighth movie in the Star Wars saga is released and it is unlike any before it. Enter to read our NO SPOILERS review of the movie. Review: STAR WARS : THE LAST JEDI (no spoilers) By Matthew Martin| December 15, 2017 Movie Reviews The eighth movie in the Star Wars saga is released and it is unlike any before it. Enter to read our NO SPOILERS review of the movie.
The Empire Strikes Back made Star Wars “Star Wars” By Matthew Martin| December 3, 2017 Movie Blogs The first Star Wars sequel took all the throw-away lines that meant nothing in the original movie and used them to great a franchise "saga" unlike any other... The Empire Strikes Back made Star Wars “Star Wars” By Matthew Martin| December 3, 2017 Movie Blogs The first Star Wars sequel took all the throw-away lines that meant nothing in the original movie and used them to great a franchise "saga" unlike any other...
Review: STAR WARS BATTLEFRONT 2 (in which I warn you to resist the urge) By Matthew Martin| November 17, 2017 Video Game Reviews EA's second game in their exclusive Star Wars franchise is here. And it is a supreme disappointment... Review: STAR WARS BATTLEFRONT 2 (in which I warn you to resist the urge) By Matthew Martin| November 17, 2017 Video Game Reviews EA's second game in their exclusive Star Wars franchise is here. And it is a supreme disappointment...
Why Star Wars IX suddenly needs a new director, and who it might be By Matthew Martin| September 6, 2017 Movie Blogs Colin Trevorrow is out and now Star Wars needs someone to step in and finish the latest Skywalker trilogy. What happened and who might be the next director? Read on... Why Star Wars IX suddenly needs a new director, and who it might be By Matthew Martin| September 6, 2017 Movie Blogs Colin Trevorrow is out and now Star Wars needs someone to step in and finish the latest Skywalker trilogy. What happened and who might be the next director? Read on...
The Star Wars “Special Editions” (what went wrong?) By Matthew Martin| May 19, 2017 Movie Blogs As we celebrate the fortieth anniversary of Star Wars, let's examine the infamous "Special Editions" that added new scenes, effects, characters and more to the franchise. The Star Wars “Special Editions” (what went wrong?) By Matthew Martin| May 19, 2017 Movie Blogs As we celebrate the fortieth anniversary of Star Wars, let's examine the infamous "Special Editions" that added new scenes, effects, characters and more to the franchise.
Breaking down the new teaser for The Last Jedi By Matthew Martin| April 14, 2017 Movie Blogs Disney has just released the first trailer for the next movie in the Star Wars saga. Let's analyze and discuss every moment in the two minute teaser! Breaking down the new teaser for The Last Jedi By Matthew Martin| April 14, 2017 Movie Blogs Disney has just released the first trailer for the next movie in the Star Wars saga. Let's analyze and discuss every moment in the two minute teaser!
Star Wars is in good hands; looking ahead through 2017… By Matthew Martin| March 1, 2017 Movie Blogs 2017 promises a lot for Star Wars fans. Books, shows and movies will bring surprises, revelations and loads of entertainment. It's a great time to be a fan. Here's why... Star Wars is in good hands; looking ahead through 2017… By Matthew Martin| March 1, 2017 Movie Blogs 2017 promises a lot for Star Wars fans. Books, shows and movies will bring surprises, revelations and loads of entertainment. It's a great time to be a fan. Here's why...
The Expanded Universe Strikes Back! 10 Star Wars Stories Disney would rather you forgot By GJ Harris| December 21, 2016 Movie Blogs As Rogue One touches down in movie theatres for long-time fans this excitement is tainted by the knowledge that there are many other ‘Star Wars Stories’ already out there. Some of these stories, it seems, are ones Disney would rather you forgot... The Expanded Universe Strikes Back! 10 Star Wars Stories Disney would rather you forgot By GJ Harris| December 21, 2016 Movie Blogs As Rogue One touches down in movie theatres for long-time fans this excitement is tainted by the knowledge that there are many other ‘Star Wars Stories’ already out there. Some of these stories, it seems, are ones Disney would rather you forgot...
Rogue One Review: Old galaxy, new movie By Matthew Martin| December 16, 2016 Movie Reviews Rogue One retains the same sense of action and adventure that makes the mainline Star Wars films so great, while also adding to the mythos in all the right ways. Rogue One Review: Old galaxy, new movie By Matthew Martin| December 16, 2016 Movie Reviews Rogue One retains the same sense of action and adventure that makes the mainline Star Wars films so great, while also adding to the mythos in all the right ways.
Let’s talk about blowing up the Death Star… By Matthew Martin| December 10, 2016 Movie Blogs As Rogue One nears release, it seems right to go back and examine the climax of A New Hope and discuss the logistics of that improbable Death Star trench run... Let’s talk about blowing up the Death Star… By Matthew Martin| December 10, 2016 Movie Blogs As Rogue One nears release, it seems right to go back and examine the climax of A New Hope and discuss the logistics of that improbable Death Star trench run...
Star Wars: The non-auteur franchise By Matthew Martin| September 26, 2016 Movie Blogs After years of being one man's idea, Star Wars is now in the hands of many creative forces. Is that a good thing? Star Wars: The non-auteur franchise By Matthew Martin| September 26, 2016 Movie Blogs After years of being one man's idea, Star Wars is now in the hands of many creative forces. Is that a good thing?
