'Star Wars' fans defy Lucas, leak HD restoration of original 1977 film

But connoisseurs of bootlegStar Warsvideo claim this edition is themost impressivetheyve seen so far. George Lucas has famously refused to release a high-quality 1977 version of his classic film. Hedefended the decisiontoTodayin 2004: The special edition, thats the one I wanted out there. Credit: Lucas Films Ltd. The other movie, its on VHS, if anybody wants it. But I want it to be the way I want it to be....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 125 words · Christy Garcia

'Star Wars' reviews: What critics thought of the 1977 film when it was first released

Others, though, were more skeptical. Joy Gould Boyum ofThe Wall Street Journaleven described it as “a comic book movie.” Little did they know what was to come. Credit: LucasFilm Ltd./Courtesy Everett Collection See below for more critics' takes on the first trip to theStar Warsgalaxy. It’s an epic without a dream. But it’s probably the absence of wonder that accounts for the film’s special, huge success. It’s fun and funny."...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 141 words · Michelle Moore

'Star Wars': 'Force Awakens' stormtrooper has a name

The greatestStar Warscharacter of all time has a name. Of course you remember that moment. The universe has stopped expanding; we have heard the chimes at midnight. Credit: Lucasfilm This stormtrooper throws away his gun and reveals his secret weapon. Lucasfilm has now taken the libertyof rebranding this stormtrooper with an official codename: FN-2199. Apparently, he already appeared in aStar Warstie-in book; his nickname is Nines. They also call his weapon the Z6 Baton, which is disappointingly less descriptive than The Whirlwrist Sleevebasher....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 111 words · James Walker

'Star Wars': What 'The Force Awakens' gets right that the prequels got wrong

This article discusses all ofThe Force Awakens,but avoids specific spoilers. If you havent seen the film, proceed cautiously. Did J.J. Abrams pull it off and deliver aStar Warsmovie worthy of the original trilogy? Or did it fail to live up the hype? (Full disclosure: Imtotallyall right with that.) But there are four words that youre likely to hear over and over again. Better than the prequels. It is the one objective that really mattered for Disney-owned Lucasfilm, right?...

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 292 words · Gregory Curtis

'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' predictions vs. what actually happened

[SPOILER ALERT: Read only if you have already watchedThe Force Awakens.] In it, I presented both general and specific instructions towards what they should do with the new films. The article was titled5 Tips for Sequels That Wont Suck. So how much of my advice actually made it intoThe Force Awakens? That could act as the jumping-off point for the entire film. (And sure, he can pick up a lightsaber in a pinch....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 483 words · Olivia Moore

'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' producers charged over Harrison Ford on-set accident

British authorities are chargingStar Wars: The Force Awakensproducers after Harrison Fordbroke his leg on set. The first court hearing will be on May 12. We have investigated thoroughly and believe that we have sufficient evidence to bring the case to court. Credit: Lucasfilm Ford broke his leg in June 2014. Ford needed surgery, and the shooting schedule was shifted to allow Ford time to recuperate. I was mostly concerned about the long ambulance ride to London....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 96 words · Dana Arnold

'Storks' movie: Meet the cast and characters

Here’s a look at the cast and characters in the film. All he has to do is get rid of Tulipbut he may not have the heart to fire her. “He’s all about business,” says co-director Nicholas Stoller, and Junior looks up to him. Warner Bros. Katie Crown as Tulip Katie Crown is Tulip, the last baby made at Stork Mountain. She was orphaned 18 years ago when an accident destroyed her delivery address....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 102 words · Bryan Young

'Storyteller' by Carrie Underwood: EW review

Theres no tabloid scandal, string of famous exes, or #squadgoals on her resume. Anyway, thats a topic for another time.) Storytelleris Underwoods fifth studio album and will likely be her fifth to bow at No. Credit: Jo Hale/Redferns 1; the lead single, Smoke Break, has already broken early records at country radio. Aside from her powerhouse voice, its possibly the most defining thing about her. And if Luke Bryan pounds acai smoothies instead of beer for breakfast, hell never tell....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 169 words · Ian Yates

'Suicide Squad' Character Profiles

Amanda Waller (Viola Davis) Don’t screw with U.S. intelligence officer Amanda Waller. Katana (Karen Fukuhara) Flag’s sword-wielding No. 2 has a strong moral code even as she still mourns the death of her husband. Clay Enos If only he was as good with authority figures. Clay Enos Jared Leto as the Joker.Clay Enos Clay Enos Clay Enos Clay Enos Clay Enos Clay Enos Clay Enos Clay Enos Clay Enos Clay Enos

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 71 words · Barbara Le

'Suicide Squad': Before They Were Stars

See the baddies before they joined the squad. Will Smith Once known as the Fresh Prince, Will Smith suits up forSuicide Squadas Deadshot. Margot Robbie Margot Robbie joinsSuicide Squadas Harley Quinn. Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images The Australia-born star made her on-screen debut in 2008, starring as Donna Freedman in the Aussie TV showNeighbours. Viola Davis How to Get Away With Murderstar Viola Davis appears inSuicide Squadas Amanda Waller. Jai Courtney Jai Courtney appears as Boomerang inSuicide Squad....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 192 words · Dustin Garza

'Suicide Squad': David Ayer explains his unique method for working with actors

His movies are always filled with complex, often morally ambiguous characters characters that feel real. Ive always dabbled in the murky moral worlds in my filmmaking, he says. Im fascinated by [the questions], what is a bad guy? Credit: Michael Tran/FilmMagic What is a criminal? What is a good guy? And what separates them? This hits the bulls-eye. Its like building a little cult and then the next victim arrives, he jokes....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 245 words · Eileen Garcia

'Suits' postmortem: Aaron Korsh discusses who turned Mike in and why

How did we get here, and what’s next? The identity of who turned in Mike Ross hasfinallybeen revealed! (you’re free to read the full episode recaphere. Credit: Shane Mahood/USA Network ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: How did you decide that Sheila was the one who turned Mike in? You would call the authorities because it’s the right thing to do. And, I thought, what better person to do that than Sheila? She’s straight, on the up-and-up, and this is an affront to her beloved Harvard Law School....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 251 words · Shannon Orr

'Sully': EW review

The fact that none of the 155 people on board died made it something else entirelya real-life miracle. And thats exactly what the next days newspapers called it: The Miracle on the Hudson. The heroic, steel-nerved pilot in the cockpit was Chesley Sully Sullenberger. The dictionary definition of the friendly skies. After all, the flight lasted all of 208 seconds. And Sully didnt seem like a character with that much dramatic backstory to unpack....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 413 words · Anthony Noble