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Fan Made Short Ups The Action To Obi-Wan Kenobi and Darth Vader’s Lightsaber Fight

Fan Made Short Ups The Action To Obi-Wan Kenobi and Darth Vader's Lightsaber Fight
The fight between Obi-Wan Kenobi and Darth Vader at the end of the original Star Wars movie is already a classic, but now it has more action thanks to some talented filmmakers. In this short, they have upped the action and it really works. Right now it is just a short clip, but the whole scene will be released next year. I personally love the original, but it is fun to see it get more intense. I’m really curious to see how this whole fight will play out in their re-imagined version.

Scifi Staff by — December 27, 2017 in Animation/Fun Videos 0
Star Wars A New Hope Title Crawl Floor Runner

Star Wars A New Hope Title Crawl Floor Runner
We are living in an amazing age people. An age where you can now have the title crawl for Star Wars on the floor of of home. What a fantastic time to be alive fellow nerds. The Star Wars A New Hope Title Crawl Floor Runner turns any hallway into the beginning of an epic adventure.
Star Wars A New Hope Title Crawl Floor Runner

Star Wars A New Hope Title Crawl Floor Runner
Product Specifications

  • Star Wars A New Hope Title Crawl Floor Runner
  • Officially-licensed Star Wars merchandise
  • Starfield rug features the opening crawl text from Episode IV: A New Hope
  • Materials: 100% Polyester Pile
  • Care Instructions: Clean spills immediately. Never rub a spill. Blot liquids with dry absorbent white cloth or paper towel.
  • Imported
  • Dimensions: 26″ wide x 77″ long
Scifi Staff by — October 27, 2017 in Decor 0
All Of Star Wars A New Hope On A Single Web Page

All Of Star Wars A New Hope On A Single Web Page
This is something new. SNAWH.net is a webpage containing the entire story of Star Wars: Episode IV.In this case, it is told by Swiss illustrator and graphic novelist Martin Panchaud in the style of a huge infographic. It has 157 pictures on 22 huge Adobe Illustrator files. It must have taken him a long time to make this. It is interesting to see how he handled all of that information. Check out his site for the whole thing.
All Of Star Wars A New Hope On A Single Web Page

All Of Star Wars A New Hope On A Single Web Page
via Geekologie

Scifi Staff by — August 15, 2017 in Infographics 1
Star Wars: The Original Topps Trading Card Series Book

star wars topps trading cards
When I was a kid, collecting Star Wars cards was the best thing ever. The movies just came alive before your eyes with the images and captions and fun facts/image puzzle pieces on back. The Star Wars: The Original Topps Trading Card Series Book celebrates these vintage cards from Topps.

Topps first published the cards in 1977 and 1978. They are reprinted here for the first time, featuring all five sets of collectible cards and stickers. This deluxe compilation includes the fronts and backs of all 330 cards and 55 stickers/ There are also movie facts, story summaries, actor profiles, and puzzle cards featuring all your favorite characters and scenes from the first Star Wars movie.

It also has four bonus trading cards and an introduction and commentary by Gary Gerani, the original editor of the Star Wars Topps series. It is a must own for Star Wars fans who grew up with these cards.

The Empire Strikes Back version is coming in 2016!

Scifi Staff by — September 30, 2015 in Books 0
Star Wars Biggs Darklighter Documentary


If you know anything about Star wars at all, you know that Biggs Darklighter was Luke Skywalker’s best friend in the first Star Wars movie. Less serious fans may not know this however, because most of his scenes were cut from the final version of the film.

Whether you are familiar with the character or not, in this installment of Jamie Benning’s Filmumentaries, Garrick Hagon, who played Biggs, talks about his experience with Star Wars. It’s fascinating stuff. Get to know Biggs a little better.

via io9

Scifi Staff by — May 22, 2015 in Behind The Scenes 0
Star Wars R5-D4 Sixth Scale Figure by Sideshow Collectibles

r5-d4 droid
When I was a kid back in 1977, my favorite droid was R2-D2 of course, but my second favorite was R5-D4. I just really liked the color scheme and the design. R5 was an awesome droid. That’s why Luke almost picked him. Now you can display the best version of R5-D4 that you can buy. This Star Wars R5-D4 Sixth Scale Figure by Sideshow Collectibles is simply stunning.

Slightly larger than R2-D2, Sideshow’s R5-D4 Sixth Scale Figure measures about 8.6 inches tall from antenna to treads. The details are spot on and frankly, have me falling in love with this droid all over again. Every detail of the R5 unit is faithfully replicated, from his desert-worn exterior, to his advanced articulation. Just look at that distinctive head and authentic holographic details. That head can swivel nearly 360 degrees, while a magnetic restraining bolt grants access to a variety of compartments and hinged panels. He also suffers a pop-up “bad motivator,” which is super cool.

He is only $139.99 from Sideshow Collectibles and I’m buying one right away.

r5-d4 droid

r5-d4 droid

Scifi Staff by — May 11, 2015 in Props/Replicas 0
Star Wars In French

Have you ever wondered what Star wars characters are called in other countries? Well, cartoonist James Chapman clues us in with this cute cartoon. The Millennium Falcon is the Millénium Condor naturally. Chewie is Chico. That seems about right too. But Jabba the Woodsman? I don’t remember that side of the space slug. The Death Star is The Black Star.

It’s fun to look at different languages and compare words. The great thing about Star wars is that no matter what language you watch it in, the story is universal. May the France be with you! Sorry. Couldn’t resist.

star wars in france

Scifi Staff by — March 3, 2015 in Infographics 0
Star Wars Death Star 1:1 Prop Replica For Your Desk

This is no desk toy. This is the mother of all desk toys. This 1:1 Death Star replica is probably the best Death Star you can buy for your home. It was made by Etsy seller iscreamcandy and has a circumference of 50cm and is made from polystyrene, acrylic paint, silicone and plastic. If only I had a place to put a Death Star right now. This thing is awesome.

All windows are hand punched and movie accurate, and even light up with LED lights. The detail is super nice. Vader and Emperor Palpatine would be proud.

death star

death star

Scifi Staff by — February 10, 2015 in Props/Replicas 0