Today's new video clip is a rare look into some of the vintage items that were
available in 1978 after the release of Star Wars. Remember, there was no
Internet, no DVDs, and not even VCRs! The video features the Give-a-Show
Projector and Movie Viewer. The Movie Viewer was the only way to see
actual moving scenes from Star Wars. Oh how I wanted one of these. Enjoy!
Kotaku.com
has confirmed that LucasArts has laid off 85 out of their 250 employees.
"LucasArts is reorganizing its teams to better address the needs of the
internal studio. Unfortunately, this means adjusting staffing," reads a
statement from the company. "LucasArts continues to be committed to
creating a first-class internal studio – and to fostering relationships with
trusted external partners – in order to deliver quality games that amaze and
inspire fans."
Lots of reorganization going on. I only hope it equals out to good things for
the fans.
The
Official Star Wars Site
has announced that The Clone Wars is back with a bang in Season 3, and Star
Wars Insider has the latest news from Supervising Director Dave Filoni and
CG Lighting and Effects Supervisor Joel Aron! Other highlights include
interviews with the actors of The Force Unleashed II, Part One of a look
back at Hasbro's 15-year history of Star Wars toys, a tribute to
legendary comic artist Al Williamson, and more!
Here's the breakdown:
Joel Aron -- The CG lighting and effects supervisor for The Clone Wars
talks about his unique role on the show
The Force Unleashed II -- Actors Cully Fredricksen and Nathalie Cox
on reprising their roles as General Kota and Juno Eclipse!
Hasbro History -- Part I of Insider's look back at Hasbro's 15
years of producing Star Wars figures and vehicles
Dave Filoni -- The Clone Wars supervising director tells of what to
expect in Season Three!
Al Williamson -- Insider and current Star Wars artists pay
tribute to the late comics artist Al Williamson
Empire Set Models -- Rare behind-the-scenes photos of miniature set
dioramas used for The Empire Strikes Back
Adrianne Curry -- America's Next Top Model winner explores her
inner Star Wars geek
Carrie Fisher -- rare behind-the-scenes photos of Princess Leia from the
classic trilogy
Death Star Collectibles -- Gus Lopez explores collectibles based on the
Empire's ultimate weapon
Books: The Force Unleashed II, The Jedi Path, The Making
of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, Star Wars Art: Visions
Comics: Clone Wars -- Hero of the Confederacy, Dark Empire
hardcover, Marvel's A Long Time Ago Vol. 2, and The Force
Unleashed II
Incoming: New releases from Hasbro, LEGO, Williams-Sonoma, Sideshow, and
Funko
Bantha Tracks: How Star Wars is trending at Comic-Con
Today's new video clip is a sneak peak into what looks like footage from
the first episode of The Clone Wars Season 3 entitled 'Clone Cadets.' It
also features a brand new model of Battledroid and the show looks great! The
special, one-hour premiere event airs Friday, September 17, 2010 at 9 p.m.
(et/pt). Enjoy!
The Official Star Wars Site
has announced that Season 3 of Star Wars: The Clone Wars will be
available for download the day after an episode premieres on television. It will
be available for digital download on iTunes and the PlayStation Network in both
the U.S. and Canada, in standard and high-definition format.
The season pass for The Clone Wars Season 3 is now
available at iTunes in both standard-definition and high-definition, along
with a free sneak peek video of the new season.
Mystery, intrigue and adventure await our heroes in the third season of Star
Wars: The Clone Wars. As war continues to rage throughout the galaxy, the
dark side grows even stronger. The lines between good and evil become blurred as
secrets are uncovered, truths are questioned, and alliances are betrayed. In
this new season, surprises wait at every turn, and the destiny of the
"Chosen One" will at long last be revealed.
Today's new video clip is an interview that features Dee Bradley Baker,
Matt Lanter, James Arnold Taylor, and Ashley Eckstein as they discuss The
Clone Wars Season 3 and how it is 'Truly Cinematic.' The special, one-hour
premiere event airs Friday, September 17, 2010 at 9 p.m. (et/pt). Enjoy!
Today's new video clip is Part 1 for the new Star Wars Fan Film – A
Light in the Darkness. If you will remember that we posted the trailer on
July 29, 2010 and it was just fantastic! Wendy Dye sent word in during our
host transfer that Part 1 of the film was now available. I must say this
Fan Film is of television quality and the filmograhy is just stunning!
Enjoy!
Today I have updated the Galactic
Escape Pod section with the latest podcast episode of the "Fanboy's
Guide to the Galaxy" with hosts Ryan Zasso and Eric Boggs.
This Week's Topics Include:
Special Guest Terry Cooper from the save the Lars Homestead campaign.
The Official Star Wars Site
has announced that the publishing teams of Penguin and Penwizard have come
together to produce the first ever personalized Star Wars: The Clone Wars
book. This is the first book to offer Clone Wars fans the opportunity to
appear in print alongside their favorite heroes and villains. This book launch
follows the huge success of their launch title, Peppa Pig: Go to Playgroup
in 2009.
The Way of the Warrior is a thrilling story where a customized avatar
draws upon all their skills and courage to outwit an evil bounty hunter. To
create an avatar, the individual makes a choice between siding with the Republic
to become a Jedi or joining the forces of darkness to adopt the guise of a Sith.
The book can be personalized by selecting facial features along with hair style
and color to create a likeness. The customized character will appear throughout
the story alongside iconic figures such as Yoda, Anakin and Count Dooku. If the
book is a gift, then there's also an option to include a personal message.
Perfect for Clone Wars fans of all ages, The Way of the Warrior
will be available from October priced £14.99 plus postage and packing. Books
are printed and delivered within 7 working days. This offer is based out of the
UK. A US version will be available this Fall.
Well, Galactic Voyage is now being served by a new host. I have updated the DNS servers and hopefully everyone is now seeing the updated site. What does this mean for you? All of the music and videos are now back and available for you to download and enjoy. Hopefully I haven't missed anything in the upload to the new server, so please be sure to let me know if you find any dead pages or broken links so I can get them updated. I appreciate all of your patience during the last couple of weeks while the move was taking place. Hopefully my new host will be a good one and things can get back to normal. Hopefully e-mail won't take long to resolve. Thanks and take care!
Today's new video clip is a review of the book Star
Wars Year by Year as discussed by eddieon. It really makes a difference
when you see the book opened. Enjoy!
IGN.com
has provided a look into some screenshots from the upcoming The Force Unleashed
II. Some are new and some you may have already seen. The game will be released
on PS3, Xbox 360, Wii and PC in October. Be sure to see
their entire gallery!
Today's new video clip is The Empire Strikes Back Revisited Teaser Trailer.
What is The Empire Strikes Back Revisited? Adywan is creating his own edit
of The Empire Strikes Back where he has re-edited scenes, added music, added planets and many special effects.
There is also his edit of Star Wars A New Hope named Star Wars Revisited.
His work is the cleanest version of Star Wars that can be found He is
truly brilliant! I have also added a split screen video so you can
really see the difference. Look for the video to be available in 2011. Enjoy!
The Official Star Wars Site
has provided a look at the back of Star Wars: Fate of the Jedi-Vortex. On the
back cover we see Jedi Master Kenth Hamner for the first time. Also, it states:
"Jedi and Sith fight side by side against an even greater foe. But how long can enemies remain allies? And how high is the price of betrayal?"
Be sure to read
the entire article to see Master Hamner and get some spoiler material. The
book is due out on December 7, 2010.
Today's new video clip is Jeff Yankey's Top 10 Star Wars Fan Films ever
made. Jeff is the creator of TFN FanFilms and FanFilms.com. Do you agree
with his list? Enjoy!
Today I have updated the Galactic
Escape Pod section with the latest podcast episode of the "Fanboy's
Guide to the Galaxy" with hosts Ryan Zasso and Eric Boggs.