Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace set off a new era for the space opera franchise by kickstarting what is known as the prequel trilogy. The film was released in 1999 and received polarizing reactions from critics and fans alike. However, as time has passed the film has failed to improve its reputation among the fan base.
A still from Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace
2024 marks the 25th anniversary of The Phantom Menace‘s release and to celebrate the occasion, the film will be returning to select theaters. However, fans were still unwilling to see the positives of the movie and took to social media to voice their displeasure regarding the first entry in the prequel trilogy. Here is what Star Wars fans had to say about The Phantom Menace‘s re-release.
Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace Sets Theatrical Re-Release Date
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A still from Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace
2024 marks the 25th anniversary of The Phantom Menace‘s release and to celebrate the occasion, the film will be returning to select theaters. However, fans were still unwilling to see the positives of the movie and took to social media to voice their displeasure regarding the first entry in the prequel trilogy. Here is what Star Wars fans had to say about The Phantom Menace‘s re-release.
Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace Sets Theatrical Re-Release Date
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- 4/24/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
While the Star Wars saga has expanded into a vast universe over the years, including TV series, animation, novels, and comic books, certain films have failed to capture the hearts of fans as effectively as others. Despite efforts such as re-releases and anniversary celebrations, one film, in particular, stands out for its ongoing struggle to win over the fandom, The Phantom Menace.
The Phantom Menace (1999) | Lucasfilm Ltd.
As the 1999 film Episode 1 – The Phantom Menace gears up to celebrate its 25 years with a re-release, fans still exhibit reluctance towards embracing the Liam Neeson starrer film in the epic space saga.
Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace Celebrates 25 Years With a Re-Release
Over a decade after the conclusion of the original trilogy, George Lucas revived the beloved space saga with Episode I – The Phantom Menace, marking the beginning of the Star Wars prequel trilogy.
Starring Liam Neeson alongside Ewan McGregor,...
The Phantom Menace (1999) | Lucasfilm Ltd.
As the 1999 film Episode 1 – The Phantom Menace gears up to celebrate its 25 years with a re-release, fans still exhibit reluctance towards embracing the Liam Neeson starrer film in the epic space saga.
Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace Celebrates 25 Years With a Re-Release
Over a decade after the conclusion of the original trilogy, George Lucas revived the beloved space saga with Episode I – The Phantom Menace, marking the beginning of the Star Wars prequel trilogy.
Starring Liam Neeson alongside Ewan McGregor,...
- 4/24/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
The upcoming Star Wars series The Acolyte promises plenty of martial-arts-inspired action and a climactic lightsaber battle. The makers of the show recently mentioned that the team aimed to compete with Darth Maul’s legendary battle with Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon Jinn in Episode I: The Phantom Menace, and called it the best lightsaber battle in Star Wars history.
But is it? The franchise has seen numerous lightsaber battles across media, with fan getting their first taste of the trope in Star Wars: A New Hope. While the original trilogy is still considered to be the best of the films released to date, the lightsaber battles seem to have improved since then. The prequel trilogy’s climactic showdown between Obi-Wan and Anakin Skywalker definitely has a higher ground in the category.
Which Is The Best Lightsaber Battle In Star Wars History? Luke Skywalker vs Darth Vader in The Empire Strikes Back
Across eleven films,...
But is it? The franchise has seen numerous lightsaber battles across media, with fan getting their first taste of the trope in Star Wars: A New Hope. While the original trilogy is still considered to be the best of the films released to date, the lightsaber battles seem to have improved since then. The prequel trilogy’s climactic showdown between Obi-Wan and Anakin Skywalker definitely has a higher ground in the category.
Which Is The Best Lightsaber Battle In Star Wars History? Luke Skywalker vs Darth Vader in The Empire Strikes Back
Across eleven films,...
- 4/17/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
I think /Film's Jacob Hall put it best in our list of the greatest "Star Wars" movie moments when he described George Lucas' prequel trilogy as "a collection of brilliant ideas, filmed in the most baffling, alien way possible." That extends to Anakin Skywalker's journey from a wide-eyed wunderkind enslaved on Tatooine with his mother to a genocidal tyrant who murders kids and owes fealty to a cackling dictator over the course of three movies. As conceptually logical and narratively sound as the rise of Darth Vader is on paper, it's perplexing enough in motion to merit me writing an article explaining Anakin's fall to the dark side for all those folks who watched the films and yet still came away scratching their heads.
In contrast, you get a far more satisfying depiction of Anakin and his transformation in "The Clone Wars," the animated show following Anakin (Matt Lanter...
In contrast, you get a far more satisfying depiction of Anakin and his transformation in "The Clone Wars," the animated show following Anakin (Matt Lanter...
- 4/14/2024
- by Sandy Schaefer
- Slash Film
If the Star Wars franchise is considered one of the greatest film series of all time in Hollywood, the credit goes to its creative mastermind George Lucas. The visionary director pioneered a sci-fi revolution with the epic space saga that spanned multiple decades to become a cult classic that will continue to remain evergreen for years to come.
Hollywood director George Lucas (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
While the franchise has seen many unforgettable films, there have been some prequels and sequels that have been preferred over others. But one particular film in the series which was specifically made for the holidays, was considered by Lucas himself as the franchise’s worst effort and one that he would want to erase from everyone’s memory including his own.
This Star Wars Spin-Off Had George Lucas Running For Cover
George Lucas has succeeded in carving a historic legacy in Hollywood with his...
Hollywood director George Lucas (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
While the franchise has seen many unforgettable films, there have been some prequels and sequels that have been preferred over others. But one particular film in the series which was specifically made for the holidays, was considered by Lucas himself as the franchise’s worst effort and one that he would want to erase from everyone’s memory including his own.
This Star Wars Spin-Off Had George Lucas Running For Cover
George Lucas has succeeded in carving a historic legacy in Hollywood with his...
- 4/11/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
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In case you were feeling especially spry and young this morning, this year marks the 25th anniversary of "Star Wars: The Phantom Menace," and there's no stopping the speeding train that is mortality. But while you're still hanging around this plane of existence, waiting for "The Phantom Menace" to return to theaters with a sneak peek at "The Acolyte," you might as well fill your shelves with things that make you happy.
In honor of the milestone anniversary of the "Star Wars" prequel that kicked off the tragic story of Anakin Skywalker, there's a new batch of Funko POPs featuring a variety of characters from "The Phantom Menace." While most of these characters have been given their own Funko POPs figurines before, such as Queen Amidala, Anakin Skywalker, and Darth Maul, there have been some style changes in their approach to sculpting characters,...
In case you were feeling especially spry and young this morning, this year marks the 25th anniversary of "Star Wars: The Phantom Menace," and there's no stopping the speeding train that is mortality. But while you're still hanging around this plane of existence, waiting for "The Phantom Menace" to return to theaters with a sneak peek at "The Acolyte," you might as well fill your shelves with things that make you happy.
In honor of the milestone anniversary of the "Star Wars" prequel that kicked off the tragic story of Anakin Skywalker, there's a new batch of Funko POPs featuring a variety of characters from "The Phantom Menace." While most of these characters have been given their own Funko POPs figurines before, such as Queen Amidala, Anakin Skywalker, and Darth Maul, there have been some style changes in their approach to sculpting characters,...
- 4/10/2024
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
Ewan McGregor is a Scottish actor who is better known to the world by the character he plays in the world-famous Star Wars franchise. Portraying the role of Obi-Wan Kenobi since 1999 in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, McGregor has been a much-loved character.
With the actor experiencing stardom, he didn’t think much of it at that time. Working alongside Hayden Christensen (who portrayed the role of Anakin Skywalker), the two became quite good friends. So good that when McGregor got the opportunity to work with Christensen again, he broke down in tears!
Ewan McGregor in & as Obi-Wan Kenobi
When Ewan McGregor Broke Down Crying After Reuniting With Hayden Christensen!
Starring in the Star Wars franchise, Hayden Christensen portrayed the role of Anakin Skywalker who would later go on to become Darth Vader in the franchise. Although he was received with criticisms and backlash, Ewan McGregor as...
With the actor experiencing stardom, he didn’t think much of it at that time. Working alongside Hayden Christensen (who portrayed the role of Anakin Skywalker), the two became quite good friends. So good that when McGregor got the opportunity to work with Christensen again, he broke down in tears!
Ewan McGregor in & as Obi-Wan Kenobi
When Ewan McGregor Broke Down Crying After Reuniting With Hayden Christensen!
Starring in the Star Wars franchise, Hayden Christensen portrayed the role of Anakin Skywalker who would later go on to become Darth Vader in the franchise. Although he was received with criticisms and backlash, Ewan McGregor as...
- 4/9/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
When the Star Wars prequels first came out, Hayden Christensen’s Anakin Skywalker was torn apart by critics and fans alike. Critics labeled his acting as wooden, lacking emotion, and overly melodramatic. Meanwhile, fans of the original trilogy deemed him unconvincing as the man was destined to become the menacing Darth Vader, the ultimate big bad of Star Wars. And given that the prequels were, for many years, the final movies in the Star Wars saga, fans weren’t willing to forgive and forget. For years, Christensen bore the brunt of the hate and even took a step back from acting. But
The post It’s Time to Admit Hayden Christensen’s Anakin Skywalker Did Not Deserve All the Hate first appeared on TVovermind.
The post It’s Time to Admit Hayden Christensen’s Anakin Skywalker Did Not Deserve All the Hate first appeared on TVovermind.
- 4/9/2024
- by Safwan Azeem
- TVovermind.com
One of the most famous scenes in the Star Wars film saga almost didn’t happen at all. Although the movie was always going to end with Anakin Skywalker losing a few limbs, the stunt team behind Prequel Trilogy closer originally choreographed a different climax for Revenge of the Sith‘s final duel between brothers. In fact, an earlier version of the fight on Mustafar didn’t have Obi-Wan getting the high ground on Anakin at all; there was no cocky last leap from young Skywalker to seal his fate.
As Revenge of the Sith stunt coordinator Nick Gillard explained to Empire magazine, “Originally, they both land on the side of the lava flow and immediately start fighting. Anakin disarms Obi and grabs him by the throat. He’s about to chop his head off, but Obi sucks the lightsaber into his hand in a defensive move to try and block it,...
As Revenge of the Sith stunt coordinator Nick Gillard explained to Empire magazine, “Originally, they both land on the side of the lava flow and immediately start fighting. Anakin disarms Obi and grabs him by the throat. He’s about to chop his head off, but Obi sucks the lightsaber into his hand in a defensive move to try and block it,...
- 4/9/2024
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
“Star Wars” is set to make a grand return this June with the highly-anticipated Disney+ series “Star Wars: The Acolyte.” A recent feature from Entertainment Weekly has shed light on the character played by actress Dafne Keen (“Logan”), a young Jedi, the Padawan of Lee Jung-jae’s Jedi Master Sol. The series revolves around the enigmatic murder mystery of multiple Jedi, a case that Sol is determined to solve.
Continue reading ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’: Dafne Keen Says Her Padawan Is Much More Respectful Of Jedi Authority Than Anakin Skywalker at The Playlist.
Continue reading ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’: Dafne Keen Says Her Padawan Is Much More Respectful Of Jedi Authority Than Anakin Skywalker at The Playlist.
- 4/2/2024
- by Christopher Marc
- The Playlist
"Oh, they've encased him in carbonite. He should be quite well protected, if he survived the freezing process, that is," quips C-3Po after Han Solo (Harrison Ford) is frozen alive in a slab of carbonite in "The Empire Strikes Back." It is a memorable scene, as it is preceded by Leia's (Carrie Fisher) declaration of love for Han, to which he replies with the characteristically suave, brilliantly ad-libbed "I know." The frozen Han is eventually handed over to Jabba the Hutt, whose lair is later infiltrated by Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) and gang to rescue their friend from his frozen state in "Return of the Jedi."
This is not the only instance of a person being carbon-frozen in the "Star Wars" universe. Although the process was widely used to encase and preserve transport materials (such as gaseous substances), it was often utilized to transfer sentient beings. Even Anakin Skywalker...
This is not the only instance of a person being carbon-frozen in the "Star Wars" universe. Although the process was widely used to encase and preserve transport materials (such as gaseous substances), it was often utilized to transfer sentient beings. Even Anakin Skywalker...
- 4/1/2024
- by Debopriyaa Dutta
- Slash Film
The recent events in the My Hero Academia manga have revealed that the series is on the verge of its end. The two main characters Izuku Midoriya and Shigaraki Tomura are involved in a battle that looks like the conclusion of the series. Kohei Horikoshi’s masterpiece has truly entertained anime and manga fans for years.
My Hero Academia
As the series is reaching its conclusion, there are still some mysteries that are yet to be solved in the series. One of the most important ones among them is Izuku Midoriya’s father. The series has spanned over 400 chapters but Izuku’s father has still not been revealed making him probably the biggest mystery of the series.
Multiple theories talk about Izuku’s father, but almost all of them majorly point to All for One, the antagonist of the series. Although he died recently in the manga, it doesn’t...
My Hero Academia
As the series is reaching its conclusion, there are still some mysteries that are yet to be solved in the series. One of the most important ones among them is Izuku Midoriya’s father. The series has spanned over 400 chapters but Izuku’s father has still not been revealed making him probably the biggest mystery of the series.
Multiple theories talk about Izuku’s father, but almost all of them majorly point to All for One, the antagonist of the series. Although he died recently in the manga, it doesn’t...
- 3/29/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Mutability is an integral part of life, more so in the world of Star Wars, where the thin line between morality and reality blurs frequently. To emphasize this aspect, the ninth episode of the final season of Bad Batch brings back one of the most intriguing force users into the narrative, whose shifting allegiance alone can make for a great character study. Previously, in order to learn about Omega’s M-count uniqueness, which has made her a target of Imperial forces, the Bad Batch sought Phee Genoa’s help, who directed the group to the infamous bounty hunter Fennec Shand. Despite having some history with Fennec, the team agrees to take her help, and accordingly, Hunter and Wrecker carry out a bounty hunting job along with her in exchange for the information.
Later, Fennec gives her word to the duo that she will make sure the information is made available to them,...
Later, Fennec gives her word to the duo that she will make sure the information is made available to them,...
- 3/29/2024
- by Siddhartha Das
- Film Fugitives
Liam Neeson, the imposing Irish actor with a rich baritone voice, is a Hollywood mainstay. From his Oscar-nominated role in “Schindler’s List” to his recent action hero turns, Neeson knows how to deliver absolute cinema.
Liam Neeson || Taken
But the road to stardom isn’t always paved with red carpets. Even for the talented, success in Hollywood is far from guaranteed. Neeson himself once shed light on what his life might have looked like if acting hadn’t worked out, and it is far from what one can think of as the answer.
There Was No Plan-b For Liam Neeson If Acting Did Not Work Out
Liam Neeson || Honest Thief
In the high-pressure industry of Hollywood, a Plan B is practically an unwritten rule. Aspiring actors juggle countless auditions, face constant rejection, and navigate an industry with intense competition. Having a fallback career path is almost a necessity.
Suggested“I...
Liam Neeson || Taken
But the road to stardom isn’t always paved with red carpets. Even for the talented, success in Hollywood is far from guaranteed. Neeson himself once shed light on what his life might have looked like if acting hadn’t worked out, and it is far from what one can think of as the answer.
There Was No Plan-b For Liam Neeson If Acting Did Not Work Out
Liam Neeson || Honest Thief
In the high-pressure industry of Hollywood, a Plan B is practically an unwritten rule. Aspiring actors juggle countless auditions, face constant rejection, and navigate an industry with intense competition. Having a fallback career path is almost a necessity.
Suggested“I...
- 3/28/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- FandomWire
“Jar Jar Binks makes the Ewoks look like fucking Shaft.” – Tim Bisley, Spaced, “Change” (2001).
Reviews for The Phantom Menace were, it’s fair to say, mixed. Looking back on it, that’s understandable. It’s a mixed film. After a lot of excitement and hype for the return of the game-changing franchise, some anti-climax was inevitable. 133 minutes and countless midi-chlorians later, a sense of disappointment gave way to rage for some.
Attack of the Clones had an improved, if not stellar, critical reception and Revenge of the Sith continued this trend to be recognized as the best of the three. That said, despite the upward trajectory there was a sense that these films would never recover from their initial mauling and that their lasting legacy would be their failure to recapture the magic of the Original Trilogy in a sustained way.
But 25 years after the release of The Phantom Menace,...
Reviews for The Phantom Menace were, it’s fair to say, mixed. Looking back on it, that’s understandable. It’s a mixed film. After a lot of excitement and hype for the return of the game-changing franchise, some anti-climax was inevitable. 133 minutes and countless midi-chlorians later, a sense of disappointment gave way to rage for some.
Attack of the Clones had an improved, if not stellar, critical reception and Revenge of the Sith continued this trend to be recognized as the best of the three. That said, despite the upward trajectory there was a sense that these films would never recover from their initial mauling and that their lasting legacy would be their failure to recapture the magic of the Original Trilogy in a sustained way.
But 25 years after the release of The Phantom Menace,...
- 3/26/2024
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
The Disney Store is kicking off Spring Break with new X-Men and Star Wars merchandise!
The Disney Store just put up two lightsabers, one far more affordable than the other! Anakin Skywalker’s Legacy lightsaber from Revenge of the Sith is $159.99, while the light-up water bottle version is only $39.99.
The Legacy lightsaber appears to be the same as the one you can pick up in Galaxy’s Edge. The elegant weapon does not include a blade but does come with a case and three AA batteries.
Oddly, this hilt is going for almost $300 on reseller sites. I’m not sure why. However, scalpers won’t be able to buy all of these from the Disney Store since they’re limited to one per customer. Now, if only they’d rerelease the limited edition Cal Kestis hilt.
For those more interested in hydration than cosplay, a lightsaber water bottle is the...
The Disney Store just put up two lightsabers, one far more affordable than the other! Anakin Skywalker’s Legacy lightsaber from Revenge of the Sith is $159.99, while the light-up water bottle version is only $39.99.
The Legacy lightsaber appears to be the same as the one you can pick up in Galaxy’s Edge. The elegant weapon does not include a blade but does come with a case and three AA batteries.
Oddly, this hilt is going for almost $300 on reseller sites. I’m not sure why. However, scalpers won’t be able to buy all of these from the Disney Store since they’re limited to one per customer. Now, if only they’d rerelease the limited edition Cal Kestis hilt.
For those more interested in hydration than cosplay, a lightsaber water bottle is the...
- 3/26/2024
- by Mike Phalin
- Pirates & Princesses
"Star Wars" is filled with memorable side characters, weird little guys who populate the galaxy and make it feel like a massive, lived-in place, where everyone has a story to tell.
Take the fan-favorite pirate Hondo Ohnaka. He was first introduced in "The Clone Wars," and named after "Godzilla" director Ishiro Honda and actor Seiji Onaka. Hondo was something the movies had alluded to but not actually shown — a pirate scoundrel. Sure, we'd seen parts of that lifestyle, like with Lando and Boba Fett, but the latter had barely any lines or anything to do and the former didn't do much piracy. Hondo, on the other hand, was introduced as a resourceful scum, a guy willing to work with anyone on any side as long as there was profit. At one point he kidnapped Count Dooku (which not even the Republic managed to do), as well as Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker,...
Take the fan-favorite pirate Hondo Ohnaka. He was first introduced in "The Clone Wars," and named after "Godzilla" director Ishiro Honda and actor Seiji Onaka. Hondo was something the movies had alluded to but not actually shown — a pirate scoundrel. Sure, we'd seen parts of that lifestyle, like with Lando and Boba Fett, but the latter had barely any lines or anything to do and the former didn't do much piracy. Hondo, on the other hand, was introduced as a resourceful scum, a guy willing to work with anyone on any side as long as there was profit. At one point he kidnapped Count Dooku (which not even the Republic managed to do), as well as Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker,...
- 3/23/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
Hayden Christensen landed the most in-demand role in Hollywood when he was cast as Anakin Skywalker in 2002′s Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones. We have since learned that he beat out some serious A-listers for the role!
The Star Wars prequel movies tracked Anakin’s evolution from a talented young child through his descent into the Dark Side of the Force. It ended with him ultimately becoming Darth Vader, the villainous character fans of the franchise were already familiar with from creator George Lucas‘ first trio of movies.
1999′s Episode I – The Phantom Menace introduced Anakin as a child played by Jake Lloyd. However, a 10-year time lapse meant that the role had to be recast for the sequel.
Before Hayden booked the part, 300 actors reportedly auditioned. In fact, the competition was so star-studded that he recently admitted that he never thought he’d be cast.
The Star Wars prequel movies tracked Anakin’s evolution from a talented young child through his descent into the Dark Side of the Force. It ended with him ultimately becoming Darth Vader, the villainous character fans of the franchise were already familiar with from creator George Lucas‘ first trio of movies.
1999′s Episode I – The Phantom Menace introduced Anakin as a child played by Jake Lloyd. However, a 10-year time lapse meant that the role had to be recast for the sequel.
Before Hayden booked the part, 300 actors reportedly auditioned. In fact, the competition was so star-studded that he recently admitted that he never thought he’d be cast.
- 3/22/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
This article contains spoilers for "Star Wars: The Bad Batch" season 3, episode 8, "Bad Territory."
This week's episode of "The Bad Batch" sees Hunter and Wrecker doing a job for no pay for Fennec Shand -- the bounty hunter played by Ming-Na Wen who was first introduced in season 1 of "The Mandalorian." She's holding information they need to understand why the Empire is after Omega hostage in order to compel them to help her with collecting a dangerous bounty. They're reluctant to do it, but they see little other choice. They need to know about M-Counts and why the Empire is so intent on finding Omega.
Fennec Shand is a bit dishonest about it, too. She implies she has the information they need, but when they finish the job, she reveals that she only knows the person who might have the information they need and she'll get them in contact. The...
This week's episode of "The Bad Batch" sees Hunter and Wrecker doing a job for no pay for Fennec Shand -- the bounty hunter played by Ming-Na Wen who was first introduced in season 1 of "The Mandalorian." She's holding information they need to understand why the Empire is after Omega hostage in order to compel them to help her with collecting a dangerous bounty. They're reluctant to do it, but they see little other choice. They need to know about M-Counts and why the Empire is so intent on finding Omega.
Fennec Shand is a bit dishonest about it, too. She implies she has the information they need, but when they finish the job, she reveals that she only knows the person who might have the information they need and she'll get them in contact. The...
- 3/20/2024
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
Darth Plagueis could make his Star Wars live-action debut in Disney+'s The Acolyte.
One of Revenge of the Sith's most iconic scenes came as Darth Sidious told Anakin Skywalker the "tragedy of Darth Plaegius the Wise", his former master who had never appeared on screen before.
Plagueis was strong enough with the force to create life and prevent those he loved from dying until he was killed by Sidious himself.
Read full article on The Direct.
One of Revenge of the Sith's most iconic scenes came as Darth Sidious told Anakin Skywalker the "tragedy of Darth Plaegius the Wise", his former master who had never appeared on screen before.
Plagueis was strong enough with the force to create life and prevent those he loved from dying until he was killed by Sidious himself.
Read full article on The Direct.
- 3/19/2024
- by Sam Hargrave
- The Direct
Jake Lloyd, the child actor who famously brought a young Darth Vader to life in Star Wars Episode I – The Phantom Menace, is recovering after suffering what his mother described as “a full-blown psychotic break.”
It’s been 25 years since Jake played Anakin Skywalker in the 1999 Star Wars movie. He was replaced by Hayden Christensen after the character aged up between the first and second movies.
In the years since landing the breakout role, Jake has largely stayed out of the spotlight and left acting behind.
In a recent interview, his mom Lisa opened up about how he was doing, his relationship with Star Wars and his personal struggles.
Read more about Jake Lloyd…
Lisa told Scripps News that he is “doing much better than [she] expected” as he receives treatment at an inpatient mental health rehabilitation center. He’s been in the treatment center for about 10 months and has eight to go.
It’s been 25 years since Jake played Anakin Skywalker in the 1999 Star Wars movie. He was replaced by Hayden Christensen after the character aged up between the first and second movies.
In the years since landing the breakout role, Jake has largely stayed out of the spotlight and left acting behind.
In a recent interview, his mom Lisa opened up about how he was doing, his relationship with Star Wars and his personal struggles.
Read more about Jake Lloyd…
Lisa told Scripps News that he is “doing much better than [she] expected” as he receives treatment at an inpatient mental health rehabilitation center. He’s been in the treatment center for about 10 months and has eight to go.
- 3/14/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Jake Lloyd, the actor known for portraying young Anakin Skywalker in 1999’s Star Wars: Episode I — The Phantom Menace, has been in a mental health facility for almost a year, his mother shared this week.
“Jake started having some trouble in high school,” Lisa Lloyd told Scripps News. “He started talking about ‘realities.’ He didn’t know if he was in this reality or a different reality. I didn’t really know exactly what to say to that.”
Lisa said Jake is now 10 months into an 18-month stay at a mental health rehabilitation facility following what she described as a full-blown psychotic break in March 2023, when he turned his car off in the middle of a three-lane road.
Lisa said doctors initially suggested her son could have bipolar disorder but that treatment never seemed to work, and Jake often refused to take medication. He was eventually diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia.
“Jake started having some trouble in high school,” Lisa Lloyd told Scripps News. “He started talking about ‘realities.’ He didn’t know if he was in this reality or a different reality. I didn’t really know exactly what to say to that.”
Lisa said Jake is now 10 months into an 18-month stay at a mental health rehabilitation facility following what she described as a full-blown psychotic break in March 2023, when he turned his car off in the middle of a three-lane road.
Lisa said doctors initially suggested her son could have bipolar disorder but that treatment never seemed to work, and Jake often refused to take medication. He was eventually diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia.
- 3/13/2024
- by Zoe G Phillips
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Ahead of the 25th anniversary of “Star Wars: The Phantom Menace,” the mother of Anakin Skywalker actor Jake Lloyd spoke to Scripps News about her son’s mental health struggles over the years and how he finally seems to be a better place. Jake was only 8 years old when George Lucas cast him as a young Anakin in “The Phantom Menace,” but he did not stick with acting in the years that followed. Jake’s mother, Lisa, denies that her son’s decision to quit the profession had anything to do with “The Phantom Menace” being the subject of intense backlash from “Star Wars” fans at the time.
“It would have happened anyway,” Lisa said, pointing to Jake being diagnosed with schizophrenia in 2008. “I believe that it was genetic. And his psychiatrist also agrees that Jake was going to become schizophrenic.”
“I protected him from the [‘Star Wars’] backlash,” she added. “He...
“It would have happened anyway,” Lisa said, pointing to Jake being diagnosed with schizophrenia in 2008. “I believe that it was genetic. And his psychiatrist also agrees that Jake was going to become schizophrenic.”
“I protected him from the [‘Star Wars’] backlash,” she added. “He...
- 3/13/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith is a film full of epic moments. One of the best scenes is the opening battle scene where Chancellor Palpatine manipulates Anakin Skywalker into killing Count Dooku during the Battle of Coruscant.
A still from Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
In the scene where Supreme Chancellor Palpatine (Ian McDiarmid) instructs Anakin (Hayden Christensen) to cut off Count Dooku’s (Christopher Lee) head, he delivers some famous lines in a dramatic manner. This intensifies the scene even further. However, the scene could have almost appeared entirely different from what it is today.
Ian McDiarmid’s Clash Could Have Almost Threatened Iconic Star Wars Scene
Ian McDiarmid as Palpatine / Darth Sidious in Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
The opening battle scene in Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith could have become completely...
A still from Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
In the scene where Supreme Chancellor Palpatine (Ian McDiarmid) instructs Anakin (Hayden Christensen) to cut off Count Dooku’s (Christopher Lee) head, he delivers some famous lines in a dramatic manner. This intensifies the scene even further. However, the scene could have almost appeared entirely different from what it is today.
Ian McDiarmid’s Clash Could Have Almost Threatened Iconic Star Wars Scene
Ian McDiarmid as Palpatine / Darth Sidious in Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
The opening battle scene in Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith could have become completely...
- 3/13/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
This article contains spoilers for "Star Wars: The Bad Batch" season 3, episode 6 and episode 7, "Infiltration" and "Extraction."
This week brought two brand new episodes of "The Bad Batch," a larger story in the context of the season's overarching narrative. Though the Bad Batch features prominently in these two episodes, dozens of other Clones take center stage as we learn that Captain Rex has been building an entire cadre of Clones to fight the Empire. Rex has even managed to catch one of the mysterious Clone sleeper agents created by the Empire alive. Unable to get any information out of him, however, Rex and his crew have no idea there's a homing beacon inside the Clone, leading the Empire right to them.
Meanwhile, the Bad Batch answers Rex's call, unaware they're being hunted as well. As more and more Clones on both sides of the conflict arrive at Rex's secret hideout,...
This week brought two brand new episodes of "The Bad Batch," a larger story in the context of the season's overarching narrative. Though the Bad Batch features prominently in these two episodes, dozens of other Clones take center stage as we learn that Captain Rex has been building an entire cadre of Clones to fight the Empire. Rex has even managed to catch one of the mysterious Clone sleeper agents created by the Empire alive. Unable to get any information out of him, however, Rex and his crew have no idea there's a homing beacon inside the Clone, leading the Empire right to them.
Meanwhile, the Bad Batch answers Rex's call, unaware they're being hunted as well. As more and more Clones on both sides of the conflict arrive at Rex's secret hideout,...
- 3/13/2024
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
Jake Lloyd played Anakin Skywalker in 1999’s Star Wars: Episode 1 — The Phantom Menace and left the limelight shortly after the film’s release.
In a new interview, Lloyd’s mother, Lisa Lloyd, updated the public on her son and dispelled rumors that had plagued the Star Wars community for many years.
Lisa talked to Scripps News and said her son was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia in 2008 after struggling and talking about living in different realities, seeing people with “black eyes,” and mentioning having conversations with The Daily Show host Jon Stewart.
On top of that, Jake seemed to have a neurological condition called anosognosia, which causes a patient to be in denial about their symptoms.
“He didn’t think he needed to take medication because he wasn’t sick,” Lisa said. “He didn’t think he needed to go to the therapist because there’s nothing wrong with him.
In a new interview, Lloyd’s mother, Lisa Lloyd, updated the public on her son and dispelled rumors that had plagued the Star Wars community for many years.
Lisa talked to Scripps News and said her son was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia in 2008 after struggling and talking about living in different realities, seeing people with “black eyes,” and mentioning having conversations with The Daily Show host Jon Stewart.
On top of that, Jake seemed to have a neurological condition called anosognosia, which causes a patient to be in denial about their symptoms.
“He didn’t think he needed to take medication because he wasn’t sick,” Lisa said. “He didn’t think he needed to go to the therapist because there’s nothing wrong with him.
- 3/13/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
George Lucas handpicked Jake Lloyd to play young Anakin Skywalker in Star Wars: The Phantom Menace out of thousands of kids. However, time hasn’t been kind to Lloyd, as the actor has faced a variety of mental and legal issues, which some believed were exacerbated by the negative reaction to The Phantom Menace.
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Jake Lloyd’s mother, Lisa, recently spoke with Scripps News to provide an update on her son and to set the record straight on what he really thinks of Star Wars.
She explained that Jake first started having issues in high school when he began talking about “realities” and not knowing whether he was in this reality or a different one. One doctor suggested that he might have bipolar disorder, but the medications didn’t work and the delusions got worse.
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Jake Lloyd’s mother, Lisa, recently spoke with Scripps News to provide an update on her son and to set the record straight on what he really thinks of Star Wars.
She explained that Jake first started having issues in high school when he began talking about “realities” and not knowing whether he was in this reality or a different one. One doctor suggested that he might have bipolar disorder, but the medications didn’t work and the delusions got worse.
- 3/12/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Warning: This article deals with heavy topics related to mental illness.
Let me speak plainly: I'm not going to try and convince you the "Star Wars" prequels are great, actually. They're fascinating in their political prescience -- although, for as much as "Star Wars" has always been a fierce rebuke of fascism and imperialism, George Lucas had admitted the parallels between Palpatine's rise to power and the War on Terror were not intentional -- and it's hard not to (somewhat begrudgingly) admire Lucas for making the films he wanted to see. That's especially true when it comes to "Episode I -- The Phantom Menace," a profoundly flawed movie that represents the purest version of what the storyteller had in mind with these films, for better and for worse.
25 years later, though, "The Phantom Menace" is still a strangely affectless, stilted picture full of interesting ideas but clunky execution. That does not,...
Let me speak plainly: I'm not going to try and convince you the "Star Wars" prequels are great, actually. They're fascinating in their political prescience -- although, for as much as "Star Wars" has always been a fierce rebuke of fascism and imperialism, George Lucas had admitted the parallels between Palpatine's rise to power and the War on Terror were not intentional -- and it's hard not to (somewhat begrudgingly) admire Lucas for making the films he wanted to see. That's especially true when it comes to "Episode I -- The Phantom Menace," a profoundly flawed movie that represents the purest version of what the storyteller had in mind with these films, for better and for worse.
25 years later, though, "The Phantom Menace" is still a strangely affectless, stilted picture full of interesting ideas but clunky execution. That does not,...
- 3/12/2024
- by Sandy Schaefer
- Slash Film
Star Wars, since its inception, has cast a huge number of actors and actresses in various roles, who have gone on to achieve immense fame and acclaim as a result. Yet, one actor from the franchise has remained largely absent and away from the public eye.
Jake Lloyd as Anakin Skywalker in The Phantom Menace
Jake Lloyd, who portrayed the young Anakin Skywalker in The Phantom Menace has not been seen in any role after that. And as the movie turns 25 this year, his mother in an exclusive interview reveals the tragic story behind his disappearance.
Reason Why Star Wars Star Jake Lloyd Quit Acting
A still from Star Wars: Episode I
Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace will be 25 this year and will be re-released in theatres following May 3, for a short time (via Empire). As the fans gear up for its release, celebrating the movie and its cast,...
Jake Lloyd as Anakin Skywalker in The Phantom Menace
Jake Lloyd, who portrayed the young Anakin Skywalker in The Phantom Menace has not been seen in any role after that. And as the movie turns 25 this year, his mother in an exclusive interview reveals the tragic story behind his disappearance.
Reason Why Star Wars Star Jake Lloyd Quit Acting
A still from Star Wars: Episode I
Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace will be 25 this year and will be re-released in theatres following May 3, for a short time (via Empire). As the fans gear up for its release, celebrating the movie and its cast,...
- 3/12/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
In a surprising turn of events, Hollywood star Margot Robbie has beaten Leonardo DiCaprio in terms of money in 2023. With DiCaprio starring in the iconic 2023 film Killers of the Flower Moon, people thought that DiCaprio should have been appreciated more.
Well, Forbes recently revealed the highest-earning actors of 2023 and there are several people ahead of DiCaprio and Denzel Washington (a fellow veteran actor). One odd thing about the list is that there is a surprising name among the celebrities who beat DiCaprio in terms of earning money!
Margot Robbie played Barbie in the 2023 hit directed by Greta Gerwig
Margot Robbie And Several Other Actors Beat DiCaprio’s Earnings In 2023
With Margot Robbie portraying the role of Barbie which went on to become a billion-dollar film, it was natural that she earned a boatload of money for her role. So, it would come as a no-surprise that Robbie was second on...
Well, Forbes recently revealed the highest-earning actors of 2023 and there are several people ahead of DiCaprio and Denzel Washington (a fellow veteran actor). One odd thing about the list is that there is a surprising name among the celebrities who beat DiCaprio in terms of earning money!
Margot Robbie played Barbie in the 2023 hit directed by Greta Gerwig
Margot Robbie And Several Other Actors Beat DiCaprio’s Earnings In 2023
With Margot Robbie portraying the role of Barbie which went on to become a billion-dollar film, it was natural that she earned a boatload of money for her role. So, it would come as a no-surprise that Robbie was second on...
- 3/7/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Ewan McGregor is one of the biggest stars in Hollywood at present. He is, of course, best known for his role as Obi-Wan Kenobi in the Star Wars prequel series and as the star of his own television show by Disney. Aside from being an actor, McGregor is also a father of five, and he has been open about his adoration of them. Combine his love for Star Wars and his children; it is the perfect recipe to prank them, something that his daughter, Clara McGregor, can attest to.
Ewan McGregor has starred in several notable films throughout his career. However, he has become synonymous with the Star Wars films, and his love for the space opera set “in a galaxy far away” knows no bounds.
Being the face of the franchise has its perks, too. Ewan McGregor has a steady supply of the goodies that come out of the films,...
Ewan McGregor has starred in several notable films throughout his career. However, he has become synonymous with the Star Wars films, and his love for the space opera set “in a galaxy far away” knows no bounds.
Being the face of the franchise has its perks, too. Ewan McGregor has a steady supply of the goodies that come out of the films,...
- 3/7/2024
- by Sreshtha Roychowdhury
- FandomWire
Ewan McGregor returned as the Jedi Knight, Obi-Wan Kenobi, in his titular series, almost 17 years after his last appearance in Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith. The series did a decent job of entertaining the Star Wars fandom, despite the criticisms for its shoddy writing at places. However, Disney has quietly confirmed that McGregor’s show is not getting another season.
Ewan McGregor reprised his role from the Star Wars prequel trilogy in Disney+’s Obi-Wan Kenobi
Obi-Wan Kenobi took place ten years after the events of Revenge of the Sith and the titular character is in hiding on the planet Tatooine, looking after Luke. He is tasked with the mission of rescuing Princess Leia from the Galactic Empire, which leads to a confrontation with his former apprentice.
Ewan McGregor’s Obi-Wan Kenobi Is Not Getting A Season 2
Ewan McGregor’s Obi-Wan Kenobi faces off against Hayden Christensen...
Ewan McGregor reprised his role from the Star Wars prequel trilogy in Disney+’s Obi-Wan Kenobi
Obi-Wan Kenobi took place ten years after the events of Revenge of the Sith and the titular character is in hiding on the planet Tatooine, looking after Luke. He is tasked with the mission of rescuing Princess Leia from the Galactic Empire, which leads to a confrontation with his former apprentice.
Ewan McGregor’s Obi-Wan Kenobi Is Not Getting A Season 2
Ewan McGregor’s Obi-Wan Kenobi faces off against Hayden Christensen...
- 3/6/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
It’s unfortunate, but most streaming shows (and movies for that matter) never get a physical release, but thankfully, Disney has been releasing some of their most popular Marvel and Star Wars shows on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray. Following in the footsteps of Loki season 1, WandaVision, and the first two seasons of The Mandalorian, Disney announced today that they will be releasing collector’s editions of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Moon Knight, Andor, and Obi-Wan Kenobi on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray. Hurray for physical media!
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You can check out the Steelbook cover art for each of the releases below, as well as the special features which will be included, courtesy of the Disney press-release. All four titles will be released on April 30th, with pre-orders going up on March 12th.
The Falcon and The...
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You can check out the Steelbook cover art for each of the releases below, as well as the special features which will be included, courtesy of the Disney press-release. All four titles will be released on April 30th, with pre-orders going up on March 12th.
The Falcon and The...
- 3/5/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
"Star Wars" fans have a bit of a good news/bad news situation to contend with today. The good news? It was confirmed that 2022's "Obi-Wan Kenobi" series is finally getting a 4K and Blu-ray release nearly two years after it finished its run on Disney+. Unfortunately, that very same physical media release has also quietly confirmed that the show is not getting a second season and is instead going to remain a limited series. That's not good news for those who wished to see Ewan McGregor suit up one more time as the beloved Jedi.
The upcoming Blu-ray release was announced alongside similar releases for Marvel's "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" and "Moon Knight," as well as the "Star Wars" series "Andor." All three of those shows were billed as "the complete first season" by Disney. "Obi-Wan Kenobi," on the other hand, will be released as "the complete series.
The upcoming Blu-ray release was announced alongside similar releases for Marvel's "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" and "Moon Knight," as well as the "Star Wars" series "Andor." All three of those shows were billed as "the complete first season" by Disney. "Obi-Wan Kenobi," on the other hand, will be released as "the complete series.
- 3/5/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
This post contains spoilers for "Dune: Part Two."
"It doesn't matter a damned bit how pure and good the hero is. By just being he creates a power structure and so it's like a magnet: the iron filings, the corruptible, come in and things are done in the name of the leader."
So said "Dune" author Frank Herbert in a 1984 interview with the L.A. Reader, neatly summarizing the cautionary tale at the heart of his epic sci-fi trilogy. In Paul Atreides, played by Timothée Chalamet in Denis Villeneuve's recent two-part film adaptation, Herbert wanted to create "a charismatic leader, a messiah you would follow for all of the right reasons. He is loyal to his people, he's honorable, and he's true to his friends." For that charismatic protagonist to then launch a galactic holy war, knowing that it would cause the deaths of tens of billions of people, was...
"It doesn't matter a damned bit how pure and good the hero is. By just being he creates a power structure and so it's like a magnet: the iron filings, the corruptible, come in and things are done in the name of the leader."
So said "Dune" author Frank Herbert in a 1984 interview with the L.A. Reader, neatly summarizing the cautionary tale at the heart of his epic sci-fi trilogy. In Paul Atreides, played by Timothée Chalamet in Denis Villeneuve's recent two-part film adaptation, Herbert wanted to create "a charismatic leader, a messiah you would follow for all of the right reasons. He is loyal to his people, he's honorable, and he's true to his friends." For that charismatic protagonist to then launch a galactic holy war, knowing that it would cause the deaths of tens of billions of people, was...
- 3/5/2024
- by Hannah Shaw-Williams
- Slash Film
George Lucas' "Star Wars" Prequel Trilogy is bursting with provocative ideas. It is, in theory, a startlingly downbeat depiction of a slow-rolling fascist government takeover in which the protagonist shuts out his better angels and turns into a vindictive, genocidal monster. He accidentally kills the mother of his children, and nearly melts in volcanic lava after failing to murder his principled mentor. This is, mind you, a kids film.
That this outcome was a foregone conclusion needn't have diminished the awful power of Anakin Skywalker's horrible choice. And this being "Star Wars," no one was expecting nuance. But were we really expecting "Star Wars" to go there – and by "there," I mean dramatize the savage lengths to which a Sith-indoctrinated Anakin would have to go to completely wipe out the Jedi? Because unless all those cute little padawans went lockstep Hitler Youth, they almost certainly met with an ugly fate.
That this outcome was a foregone conclusion needn't have diminished the awful power of Anakin Skywalker's horrible choice. And this being "Star Wars," no one was expecting nuance. But were we really expecting "Star Wars" to go there – and by "there," I mean dramatize the savage lengths to which a Sith-indoctrinated Anakin would have to go to completely wipe out the Jedi? Because unless all those cute little padawans went lockstep Hitler Youth, they almost certainly met with an ugly fate.
- 3/3/2024
- by Jeremy Smith
- Slash Film
Life is often described as a fleeting flame, here one moment and gone the next. This unfortunate reality was tragically reminded with the recent passing of actor Mark Dodson, a beloved voice in the worlds of Star Wars and Gremlins, at the age of 64.
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Dodson’s absence will be deeply felt by fans and colleagues alike. His legacy, however, will live on through the characters he brought to life with his exceptional voice-acting talent.
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Mark Dodson was attending a horror convention event in Evansville, Indiana, said her daughter to TMZ. The voice actor suffered a “massive heart attack” while sleeping,...
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Dodson’s absence will be deeply felt by fans and colleagues alike. His legacy, however, will live on through the characters he brought to life with his exceptional voice-acting talent.
Suggested“Now I am Vader”: George Lucas Wanted Mark Hamill To Become the New Darth Vader in Original, Super-Dark Ending of Return of the Jedi Mark Dodson Passed Away Due To A Massive Heart Attack While Sleeping Mark Dodson’s character in Return of the Jedi
Mark Dodson was attending a horror convention event in Evansville, Indiana, said her daughter to TMZ. The voice actor suffered a “massive heart attack” while sleeping,...
- 3/3/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- FandomWire
Hollywood luminary Hayden Christensen is widely celebrated for his iconic portrayal of Anakin Skywalker in the legendary Star Wars saga. His depiction of the complex character resonated profoundly with audiences worldwide, propelling the Star Wars franchise to unprecedented heights of success.
However, the behind-the-scenes narrative of Christensen’s casting process holds a shocking revelation.
Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker in Attack of the Clones
Upon securing the role in Star Wars, Christensen himself was taken aback, as the competition for the part was fierce, pitting him against none other than the illustrious 7-time Oscar-nominated actor, Leonardo DiCaprio. The revelation of DiCaprio’s involvement in the casting process adds another layer of intrigue to Christensen’s journey to becoming the face of Darth Vader.
Hayden Christensen’s Unexpected Journey to Becoming Anakin Skywalker Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker
Beginning his Hollywood journey at the tender age of twelve, Hayden Christensen‘s...
However, the behind-the-scenes narrative of Christensen’s casting process holds a shocking revelation.
Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker in Attack of the Clones
Upon securing the role in Star Wars, Christensen himself was taken aback, as the competition for the part was fierce, pitting him against none other than the illustrious 7-time Oscar-nominated actor, Leonardo DiCaprio. The revelation of DiCaprio’s involvement in the casting process adds another layer of intrigue to Christensen’s journey to becoming the face of Darth Vader.
Hayden Christensen’s Unexpected Journey to Becoming Anakin Skywalker Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker
Beginning his Hollywood journey at the tender age of twelve, Hayden Christensen‘s...
- 3/3/2024
- by Pritha Roy
- FandomWire
George Lucas’ Star Wars saga featured Hayden Christensen in the role of Anakin Skywalker, the character who descends into the dark side of the Force to become the iconic antagonist Darth Vader. An integral moment in Anakin’s transformation unfolds during the events of Attack of the Clones. After witnessing his mother’s death, who was abducted by Tusken Raiders, Anakin massacres the men, women, and children of the camp in a rage.
George Lucas’ Star Wars: Attack of the Clones
In a recent interview with Empire Magazine, Christensen opened up about filming the emotionally intense scene, reflecting on George Lucas’ supportive presence amid challenges in capturing the pivotal moment on screen.
Hayden Christensen Reflected on George Lucas’ Support During Filming of Tusken Massacre Scene
In a recent interview with Empire Magazine, Hayden Christensen opened up about filming the emotionally charged scenes in George Lucas’ Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones.
George Lucas’ Star Wars: Attack of the Clones
In a recent interview with Empire Magazine, Christensen opened up about filming the emotionally intense scene, reflecting on George Lucas’ supportive presence amid challenges in capturing the pivotal moment on screen.
Hayden Christensen Reflected on George Lucas’ Support During Filming of Tusken Massacre Scene
In a recent interview with Empire Magazine, Hayden Christensen opened up about filming the emotionally charged scenes in George Lucas’ Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones.
- 3/3/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Hayden Christensen is an actor known for portraying the iconic role of Anakin Skywalker/ Darth Vader in the Star Wars franchise. Although the actor was disliked by the people in the beginning, Christensen later redeemed himself in recent years.
Talking about his experience in the franchise, Christensen revealed that there was a certain sense of disbelief from the fans that led to the failure of his character. With criticisms of his name, Hayden Christensen has no one else to blame other than the fans of the Star Wars franchise.
Hayden Christensen played Anakin Skywalker
Hayden Christensen Has No One Else To Blame Other Than The Fans!
Starring in the Star Wars movies, Christensen played the character of Darth Vader for the original trilogy. The actor was heavily criticized for his performance in the beginning and fans did not like his take on Vader at all.
Hayden Christensen played Anakin Skywalker...
Talking about his experience in the franchise, Christensen revealed that there was a certain sense of disbelief from the fans that led to the failure of his character. With criticisms of his name, Hayden Christensen has no one else to blame other than the fans of the Star Wars franchise.
Hayden Christensen played Anakin Skywalker
Hayden Christensen Has No One Else To Blame Other Than The Fans!
Starring in the Star Wars movies, Christensen played the character of Darth Vader for the original trilogy. The actor was heavily criticized for his performance in the beginning and fans did not like his take on Vader at all.
Hayden Christensen played Anakin Skywalker...
- 3/3/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Star Wars Trilogy referred, to as the Original Trilogy is the set of the first three movies produced in the Star Wars franchise created by George Lucas. The trilogy consists of 1977’s Star Wars, 1980’s The Empire Strikes Back, and 1983’s Return of the Jedi. The trilogy serves as the second act of the nine-episode Skywalker Saga.
Upon its release, the trilogy received critical acclaim for its storytelling, characters, musical score, and groundbreaking visual and sound effects. With the release of the Original Trilogy, Star Wars attained a place in the pop culture phenomena and spawned a multi-million dollar empire with many more projects to follow. A clip from the trilogy recently went viral online showcasing the perfect product placement for promotion.
Suggested“Thank God”: Star Wars Fans are Happy Oscar Winning Actor Failed to Replace Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker
Mark Hamill in the Star Wars original trilogy...
Upon its release, the trilogy received critical acclaim for its storytelling, characters, musical score, and groundbreaking visual and sound effects. With the release of the Original Trilogy, Star Wars attained a place in the pop culture phenomena and spawned a multi-million dollar empire with many more projects to follow. A clip from the trilogy recently went viral online showcasing the perfect product placement for promotion.
Suggested“Thank God”: Star Wars Fans are Happy Oscar Winning Actor Failed to Replace Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker
Mark Hamill in the Star Wars original trilogy...
- 3/3/2024
- by Avneet Ahluwalia
- FandomWire
Hayden Christensen has been known around the world for portraying the iconic role of Anakin Skywalker aka Darth Vader in the legendary Star Wars franchise. Portraying the role for several years, Christensen received mixed reviews for his acting.
Talking about his journey and experiences throughout the Star Wars franchise, Hayden Christensen revealed that it wasn’t as simple as it seemed. The actor stated that he fell in love with Star Wars even before he had seen the movies and in his words “instantly became obsessed”.
Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker in Attack of the Clones Hayden Christensen Fell In Love With Star Wars Before Seeing The Movies!
Portraying Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars franchise, Christensen was initially disliked for his portrayal. The actor, however, redeemed himself in recent years and the fans have started loving him again as Darth Vader/ Anakin Skywalker.
Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker in...
Talking about his journey and experiences throughout the Star Wars franchise, Hayden Christensen revealed that it wasn’t as simple as it seemed. The actor stated that he fell in love with Star Wars even before he had seen the movies and in his words “instantly became obsessed”.
Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker in Attack of the Clones Hayden Christensen Fell In Love With Star Wars Before Seeing The Movies!
Portraying Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars franchise, Christensen was initially disliked for his portrayal. The actor, however, redeemed himself in recent years and the fans have started loving him again as Darth Vader/ Anakin Skywalker.
Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker in...
- 3/3/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Hayden Christensen may have started acting way before, but it was truly his iconic character of Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars universe that quite brilliantly boosted his fame in Hollywood and made him a household name. In fact, the now-42-year-old actor fit so absolutely perfectly in the role that fans now can’t imagine anyone else as Darth Vader beside him.
Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader
Yet, for one who brought balance to the Star Wars saga and perfectly explained the events that happened before the first Star Wars film from 1977, Christensen never wanted this role, but a different one because this role felt “too big” to him. But thanks to a fortunate turn of events, Hayden Christensen got cast in the very role that transformed him into a renowned Hollywood star overnight!
Hayden Christensen’s Star Wars Obsession Didn’t Start With the Mark Hamill...
Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader
Yet, for one who brought balance to the Star Wars saga and perfectly explained the events that happened before the first Star Wars film from 1977, Christensen never wanted this role, but a different one because this role felt “too big” to him. But thanks to a fortunate turn of events, Hayden Christensen got cast in the very role that transformed him into a renowned Hollywood star overnight!
Hayden Christensen’s Star Wars Obsession Didn’t Start With the Mark Hamill...
- 3/3/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Hayden Christensen skyrocketed to fame and garnered immense popularity for his compelling portrayal of Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars saga. Fans worldwide have celebrated his embodiment of the iconic character ever since he stepped into the role.
However, the journey to finding the perfect actor to portray the pivotal role of Anakin Skywalker had its twists and turns.
Hayden Christensen in Star Wars
Before Christensen assumed the mantle of Darth Vader’s eventual alter ego, Lucasfilm had initially considered the renowned Hollywood star, Leonardo DiCaprio, for the role. Despite the initial contemplation of DiCaprio for the role, the overwhelming response and heartfelt reception from viewers firmly established Hayden Christensen as the definitive fan favorite Anakin Skywalker.
Hayden Christensen’s Unmatched Legacy as Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars Universe Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars franchise
In the vast universe of cinema, there exists a unique...
However, the journey to finding the perfect actor to portray the pivotal role of Anakin Skywalker had its twists and turns.
Hayden Christensen in Star Wars
Before Christensen assumed the mantle of Darth Vader’s eventual alter ego, Lucasfilm had initially considered the renowned Hollywood star, Leonardo DiCaprio, for the role. Despite the initial contemplation of DiCaprio for the role, the overwhelming response and heartfelt reception from viewers firmly established Hayden Christensen as the definitive fan favorite Anakin Skywalker.
Hayden Christensen’s Unmatched Legacy as Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars Universe Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars franchise
In the vast universe of cinema, there exists a unique...
- 3/2/2024
- by Pritha Roy
- FandomWire
Christopher Nolan didn’t want to make The Dark Knight (Photo Credit – IMDb)
Christopher Nolan’s Batman or The Dark Knight trilogy is considered one of the best superhero movies ever made. The first film, Batman Begins, was released in 2005 and stars Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne/Batman, Cillian Murphy as Scarecrow, Katie Holmes as Rachel Dawes, Michael Caine as Alfred Pennyworth, and Gary Oldman as James Gordon.
The first film received lots of appreciation from the masses. It went on to become a hit at the box office, too. Then, in 2008, the Inception director made The Dark Knight. Heath Ledger played Joker in the film and wowed everyone with his incredible performance. Today, the movie is considered one of Nolan’s best works, packed with brilliant storytelling and performances.
But did you know Christopher Nolan had no interest in making a sequel after the 2005 film? The director just wanted...
Christopher Nolan’s Batman or The Dark Knight trilogy is considered one of the best superhero movies ever made. The first film, Batman Begins, was released in 2005 and stars Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne/Batman, Cillian Murphy as Scarecrow, Katie Holmes as Rachel Dawes, Michael Caine as Alfred Pennyworth, and Gary Oldman as James Gordon.
The first film received lots of appreciation from the masses. It went on to become a hit at the box office, too. Then, in 2008, the Inception director made The Dark Knight. Heath Ledger played Joker in the film and wowed everyone with his incredible performance. Today, the movie is considered one of Nolan’s best works, packed with brilliant storytelling and performances.
But did you know Christopher Nolan had no interest in making a sequel after the 2005 film? The director just wanted...
- 3/2/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
When Jennifer Aniston Was Excited To Welcome Parenthood With Jennifer Aniston! (Photo Credit – IMDb)
Jennifer Aniston began dating Brad Pitt in 1998. Within two years, the couple tied the knot, and their romance was highly publicized in tabloids. Things took an unfortunate turn when Hollywood’s handsome hunk met Angelina Jolie on the sets of Mr & Mrs Smith. But did you know months before his alleged extramarital affair, the Friends actress was all ready to welcome parenthood? Scroll below for more details!
In 2004, Brad and Angelina met for the first time on the sets of the American action comedy Mr & Mrs Smith. They instantly felt the sparks, and there was no going back. Rumors around their extramarital affair spread like wildfire, and fans were heartbroken when Jen announced their divorce in January 2005.
Jennifer Aniston and the baby fever!
In February 2004, Jennifer Aniston seemed to be in the happiest phase of her married life.
Jennifer Aniston began dating Brad Pitt in 1998. Within two years, the couple tied the knot, and their romance was highly publicized in tabloids. Things took an unfortunate turn when Hollywood’s handsome hunk met Angelina Jolie on the sets of Mr & Mrs Smith. But did you know months before his alleged extramarital affair, the Friends actress was all ready to welcome parenthood? Scroll below for more details!
In 2004, Brad and Angelina met for the first time on the sets of the American action comedy Mr & Mrs Smith. They instantly felt the sparks, and there was no going back. Rumors around their extramarital affair spread like wildfire, and fans were heartbroken when Jen announced their divorce in January 2005.
Jennifer Aniston and the baby fever!
In February 2004, Jennifer Aniston seemed to be in the happiest phase of her married life.
- 3/2/2024
- by Jishika Madaan
- KoiMoi
Dune 2: Anya Taylor-Joy’s Character In Dune 2 Explained(Photo Credit –IMDb/Instagram)
Dune 2 released in theatres on March 1. The Denis Villeneuve film is based on Frank Herbert’s novel of the same name. It stars Timothee Chalamet as Paul Atreides, Zendaya as Chani, Rebecca Ferguson as Lady Jessica, Stellan Skarsgård as Baron Vladimir Harkonnen, Javier Bardem as Stilgar, Dave Bautista as Glossu Rabban Harkonnen and Josh Brolin as Gurney Halleck. The second part is receiving great reviews worldwide.
The sequel also has some new actors playing pivotal roles in it. In the Timothee starrer, Austin Butler plays Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen and Florence Pugh essays Princess Irulan. Christopher Walken joined the cast as Shaddam IV (the Padishah Emperor), and Lea Seydoux played Lady Margot Fenring. While the names of these actors and characters were revealed already, one actor whose cameo and character were kept a secret is Anya Taylor-Joy.
Dune 2 released in theatres on March 1. The Denis Villeneuve film is based on Frank Herbert’s novel of the same name. It stars Timothee Chalamet as Paul Atreides, Zendaya as Chani, Rebecca Ferguson as Lady Jessica, Stellan Skarsgård as Baron Vladimir Harkonnen, Javier Bardem as Stilgar, Dave Bautista as Glossu Rabban Harkonnen and Josh Brolin as Gurney Halleck. The second part is receiving great reviews worldwide.
The sequel also has some new actors playing pivotal roles in it. In the Timothee starrer, Austin Butler plays Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen and Florence Pugh essays Princess Irulan. Christopher Walken joined the cast as Shaddam IV (the Padishah Emperor), and Lea Seydoux played Lady Margot Fenring. While the names of these actors and characters were revealed already, one actor whose cameo and character were kept a secret is Anya Taylor-Joy.
- 3/2/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
The Marvels’ Actor Teyonah Parris ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
The Marvels movie was released in November 2023 and didn’t receive a great response from critics and fans alike. It was the third Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) movie of 2023 after Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3 were released. The Nia DaCosta directorial stars Brie Larson, Samuel L Jackson, Iman Vellani, Teyonah Parris, Zawe Ashton, Lashana Lynch, Park Seo-joon, and others.
The superhero film brought together Carol Danvers (Brie Larson) and a grown-up Monica Rambeau (Teyonah Parrish) after Captain Marvel (2019). Even Kamala Khan (Iman Vellani) joins the force to fight against a new space villain, Dar-Benn (Zawe Ashton). Despite all of this, The Marvels failed to impress the audience. However, what got everyone’s attention was the post-credits scene.
In The Marvels’ post-credit scene, Monica gets pushed into another universe. She meets her mom, Maria Rambeau, at the hospital.
The Marvels movie was released in November 2023 and didn’t receive a great response from critics and fans alike. It was the third Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) movie of 2023 after Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3 were released. The Nia DaCosta directorial stars Brie Larson, Samuel L Jackson, Iman Vellani, Teyonah Parris, Zawe Ashton, Lashana Lynch, Park Seo-joon, and others.
The superhero film brought together Carol Danvers (Brie Larson) and a grown-up Monica Rambeau (Teyonah Parrish) after Captain Marvel (2019). Even Kamala Khan (Iman Vellani) joins the force to fight against a new space villain, Dar-Benn (Zawe Ashton). Despite all of this, The Marvels failed to impress the audience. However, what got everyone’s attention was the post-credits scene.
In The Marvels’ post-credit scene, Monica gets pushed into another universe. She meets her mom, Maria Rambeau, at the hospital.
- 3/1/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
Justin Bieber talked about doing drugs ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Justin Bieber turns 30 today. The Canadian singer made his debut with One Time in 2009. Since then, he has been in the limelight for his career, personal life and romantic relationships. In his career span of 25 years, the singer has delivered many hits like Baby, Where Are You Now, I Don’t Care, Stay, Sorry, Cold Water, Peaches, Despacito, Monster and many more.
Even today, Justin’s professional and personal life always manages to grab headlines. He’s married to Hailey Baldwin, and their fans don’t want to miss out on a single update about the couple. However, Justin and Hailey ensure they don’t make their married life a public affair. Justin and Selena Gomez’s past relationship controversies don’t seem to go away soon.
There are many reasons why fans admire Justin Bieber, one of them being how...
Justin Bieber turns 30 today. The Canadian singer made his debut with One Time in 2009. Since then, he has been in the limelight for his career, personal life and romantic relationships. In his career span of 25 years, the singer has delivered many hits like Baby, Where Are You Now, I Don’t Care, Stay, Sorry, Cold Water, Peaches, Despacito, Monster and many more.
Even today, Justin’s professional and personal life always manages to grab headlines. He’s married to Hailey Baldwin, and their fans don’t want to miss out on a single update about the couple. However, Justin and Hailey ensure they don’t make their married life a public affair. Justin and Selena Gomez’s past relationship controversies don’t seem to go away soon.
There are many reasons why fans admire Justin Bieber, one of them being how...
- 3/1/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
Hayden Chistensen & Leonardo DiCaprio ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
Hayden Christensen’s Anakin Skywalker is one character that many Star Wars fans will always discuss. Whether the prequels were good or not is a debate that will go on forever. But no one can deny that Hayden gave his best performance as Anakin, as we see him eventually turn to the dark side.
Hayden debuted in George Lucas’ Star Wars prequel world with the 2002 film Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones. The actor was just 19 when he shot for the film. Hayden revealed that at least 1500 actors were considered for the role. Christensen thought the role was too big and requested his agent to ask for some other part if possible. The actor thought he wouldn’t get the part because even Leonardo DiCaprio was considered for the role.
Yes, you read it right! Hayden Christensen revealed that the...
Hayden Christensen’s Anakin Skywalker is one character that many Star Wars fans will always discuss. Whether the prequels were good or not is a debate that will go on forever. But no one can deny that Hayden gave his best performance as Anakin, as we see him eventually turn to the dark side.
Hayden debuted in George Lucas’ Star Wars prequel world with the 2002 film Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones. The actor was just 19 when he shot for the film. Hayden revealed that at least 1500 actors were considered for the role. Christensen thought the role was too big and requested his agent to ask for some other part if possible. The actor thought he wouldn’t get the part because even Leonardo DiCaprio was considered for the role.
Yes, you read it right! Hayden Christensen revealed that the...
- 3/1/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
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