This is the Star Wars blog you’ve been looking for.
Imagination Connoisseurs have a thing or two to say about the Star Wars universe. You’ll find it here and in the Jedi Cantina channel on the PGSOnline server. (Just visit the #Star-Wars-Discussion channel.)
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Why is Obi-Wan the most boring thing about the Obi-Wan Kenobi streaming series on Disney+?
ROADTRIPPIN’ co-hosts Robert Meyer Burnett and Mike Bawden discuss the broader implications of a question posed by an Imagination Connoisseur who asks why Obi-Wan Kenobi is such a boring character in his own series. In fact, one could ask why so many Star Wars series seem to be “running in place” and not really going anywhere with characters who don’t seem to be doing all that much. Is there a larger force at work here that no one seems to acknowledge? And where have we heard THAT before?
Established genre franchises should use their best stories – no matter where they come from.
ROADTRIPPIN’ co-hosts Robert Meyer Burnett and Mike Bawden respond to a letter from a listener who asks why when it comes to making films or TV, genre franchises don’t use the best stories available – even if those stories were created for other media like comics, novelizations, etc.? And when it comes to the Star Wars franchise in particular, why aren’t stories like the Republic Commando series included in the mix?
Is Star Wars incompatible with the Disney brand?
Co-hosts Robert Meyer Burnett and Mike Bawden celebrate Memorial Day and discuss the implications of a letter received from an Imagination Connoisseur who asks how different Star Wars would be if it had been acquired by HBO instead of Disney. Our revelation … Star Wars may not be compatible with the Disney brand.
First impressions of the first, two Obi-Wan Kenobi episodes on Disney+
Co-hosts Robert Meyer Burnett and Mike Bawden talk about RMB’s initial impressions of the first two episodes of the Obi-Wan Kenobi series on Disney+. Were we expecting too much from the wiliest Jedi in the galaxy?
Can Obi-Wan’s failure to save Anakin Skywalker save Star Wars
Co-hosts Robert Meyer Burnett and Mike Bawden talk about the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for Ewan McGregor, director Deborah Chow and Disney when ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ drops Friday on Disney+. Plus discussions about TOP GUN: MAVERICK, THE GRAY MAN and more!
Star Wars turns 45 – is it middle-aged or ready for a second wind?
Co-hosts Robert Meyer Burnett and Mike Bawden talk about the 45th anniversary of STAR WARS at the movie theater. Both Rob and Mike saw the film in the theater during opening weekend and they share their recollections as well as their views on where the franchise is headed. They also discuss the relative importance of the upcoming Obi-Wan streaming series (starring Ewan McGregor) which will debut on Disney+ on Friday, May 27.
Does suffering make the heart grow fonder?
Imagination Connoisseur, Craig Stratton, asks if Star Wars fans are starting to view the prequel trilogy in a better light now that they’ve seen the sequel trilogy. Might we finally forgive George Lucas for Jar Jar Binks? No. Probably not. But thanks for asking.
Cynacism run amok
Imagination Connoisseur, Jermaine K., asks why our favorite sci-fi shows have to be so darn bleak all the time? Is it so out-of-fashion to be optimistic that the only alternative is to be dystopian? Is this the future we aspire to realize?
This is the way (please step around the plot holes) …
Even with a few plotholes in the second season of ‘The Mandalorian’, Imagination Connoisseur Julian Mushkin is excited for season three to start on Disney+.
The Book of Boba Fett was worse than the Star Wars sequel trilogy. (A Robservations Short Take)
ROBSERVATIONS host Robert Meyer Burnett makes the claim that ‘The Book of Boba Fett’ might have been the worst thing to happen to Star Wars in its 45-year history.
When the Force finally awakened, why did it have to be in such a foul mood?
A villainous entity sucks all the energy out of its sole source of power in order to have its way in the universe only to learn that without its gravitational center, it’s destined to a perpetual existence of aimless wandering through the cold void of space. Sounds like the lesson taught to the First Order in THE FORCE AWAKENS, doesn’t it? It’s not.
Should STAR WARS even be considered science fiction? (ROBS #790)
Is Star Wars science fiction or is it a fantasy story set in space and on other planets? ROBSERVATIONS host Robert Meyer Burnett takes a closer look at that question
Saluting a giant of 20th Century movie-making (and we never saw him on-screen) … and more letters
In honor of John Williams’s 90th birthday, the Post-Geek Singularity community talks about creativity (and the lack thereof) … and more in today’s letters section!
That Sarlacc isn’t the only one Boba gave indigestion … and other letters.
Is the “Book of Boba Fett” becoming your favorite hate watch or do you still hold out hope that the Star Wars team at Disney+ can pull things together by the series finale? That and more in today’s mailbag.
You know nothing, Luke Skywalker … and other letters.
How could he not of known? Apparently, the Force was everywhere except within earshot of Luke – just check out how he reacts when he hears about it from old Ben Kenobi. How is that possible? Imagination Connoisseurs want to know that … and more.
Does “stunt casting” work?
Imagination Connoisseur, ROBB, shares his thoughts on how Star Trek: Discovery handled its casting of Democratic politician, Stacey Abrams, as the president of a united Earth in the show’s finale. Personal politics aside, ROBB seems to feel Star Trek’s producers missed an opportunity to send a message about unity at a time when we could all use it.
Will Superman be returning in 4K someday?
Long-time PGS Member, Kenny Kraly Jr., writes in to the LET’S GET PHYSICAL MEDIA show to ask for their predictions on the possibility of getting more Superman movies out on 4k Blu-Ray.
On the topic of “Gatekeeping” …
Imagination Connoisseur, Jason Miller, writes a letter of support for ROBSERVATIONS host, Robert Meyer Burnett, who has recently proclaimed himself the Gatekeeper of Geekdom. Jason shares his experience defending RMB’s joke (made on Twitter) and arrives at an inescapable conclusion that everyone should probably take to heart.
Attention Star Command, there seems to be a problem with Buzz Lightyear
ROADTRIPPIN’ co-hosts Robert Meyer Burnett and Mike Bawden respond to letters from listeners proposing a variety of reasons as to why Pixar’s latest animated feature, LIGHTYEAR, didn’t meet expectations during its opening weekend. Was it a result of bad casting, a strained relationship between studios, convoluted marketing or stronger-than-expected competition? No one is sure – but it’s possible the problem runs much deeper than an origin story for an action figure might let on.
How to accept Star Trek now so you don’t go insane!
Imagination Connoisseur, Adam Talley, writes in to explain how he now views the Star Trek franchise – a way that acknowledges the “good old days” so many OG fans pine for and the new innovations we’re seeing in stores, online, and in theaters.
Why is Obi-Wan the most boring thing about the Obi-Wan Kenobi streaming series on Disney+?
ROADTRIPPIN’ co-hosts Robert Meyer Burnett and Mike Bawden discuss the broader implications of a question posed by an Imagination Connoisseur who asks why Obi-Wan Kenobi is such a boring character in his own series. In fact, one could ask why so many Star Wars series seem to be “running in place” and not really going anywhere with characters who don’t seem to be doing all that much. Is there a larger force at work here that no one seems to acknowledge? And where have we heard THAT before?
Does it make sense to remake good movies?
ROADTRIPPIN’ co-hosts Robert Meyer Burnett and Mike Bawden respond to a letter from an Imagination Connoisseur who asks why Hollywood seems content remaking and re-booting successful movies rather than making movies with “great potential” that might have not met expectations when they were first released to the public. As Rob and Mike point out, there’s a lot more involved in a successful remake than one might imagine.
Rob comes out and admits he’s THE Gatekeeper of Fandom
Co-hosts Robert Meyer Burnett and Mike Bawden discuss Rob’s recent revelation that he is, in fact, THE GATEKEEPER OF ALL FANDOM and what Imagination Connoisseurs can now expect of him serving as the judge, jury and adjudicator of all things geeky. Plus interesting letters from fans.
Lots of Star Trek-y goodness on the Interwebs lately
In less time than it takes for a tribble to become a grandparent, here’s a list of the eight most interesting, Trek-related things we’ve found worth sharing with our fellow Imagination Connoisseurs …
Making a case for LIFE after ALIEN
Imagination Connoisseur, S’wak Props, thinks Ridley Scott could have done much better when it came to making a sequel to his 1979 sci-fi/horror classic, ALIEN. Instead of Scott’s ALIEN COVENANT, S’wak recommends you check out Daniel Espinosa’s LIFE which includes Jake Gyllenhaal and Ryan Reynolds among others in the cast.
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