NOC Review: ‘Ahsoka’ is a Solid and Epic Slow Burn

She is no Jedi! But she is incredible! I’m referring, of course, to legendary Skywalker Padawan, Ahsoka Tano! When last we saw her, in both The Mandalorian Season 2 and The Book of Boba Fett Season 1, Ahoska was on the hunt for Grand Admiral Thrawn, while also providing some necessary words of wisdom to both Din Djarin and Luke Skywalker. But now it’s time for her to shine in her own epic series! This will be a review of the first two episodes of Ahsoka!

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Win Tickets to ‘Star Wars: Return of the Jedi’ in Concert

A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away (ok, actually just Earth 40 years ago in May 1983), the final installment in the original Star Wars trilogy, Return of the Jedi made its historic debut. Luke, Leia, and Han took down the Empire, finally concluding their epic story, as the final notes of John Williams’ legendary score played to the uproarious joy of lifelong fans everywhere.

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New Character Posters for ‘Ahsoka’ Reveal the Light and the Dark

We are counting down to the ultimate showdown, and the return of a Star Wars legend! Ahsoka is coming out August 23 with a two-episode premiere. And to celebrate, Disney/Lucasfilm has just released a new series of character posters featuring some familiar rebels and some new adversaries.

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New ‘Ahsoka’ Trailer: Once a Rebel, Always a Rebel

The Rebels are back! The Rebels ARE BACK! Oh it feels so good to say that!

This morning, Disney and Lucasfilm dropped a new trailer for Ahsoka. And if you were a huge fan of Star Wars: Rebels, there is simply just too much awesome in it for you to keep your chill! I can’t say more about it unless you watch it!

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Creators of ‘Star Wars: Visions’ Short, “The Pit” on How it Reflects the World We Live in

The new Star Wars Visions can be streamed on Disney+, and audiences and fans will be able to find original stories inspired by the galaxy far, far away. Though Vol. 1 focused more on Kyber Crystals and tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 tells the story of hope, oppression, and renewal against the backdrop of Star Wars.

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Checking out ‘Star Wars Rivals’ at a Night of Rivals, Rebels, and Revelries

If there’s a single name in the world of collectibles today that fills every fan with anticipation, it’s Funko. Featuring a wide array of Loungefly bags and, of course, Pops, the announcement of new projects from the venerable toy company always peaks interest among its millions of fans worldwide.

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‘Star Wars: Visions Vol. 2’ Envisions a New Beautiful Galaxy

Star Wars is for everyone. That universe created by George Lucas has since expanded into a collection of stories that bring a community together for something they all love. From tales of Jedi knights fighting Sith lords to roguish outlaws being rescued by royalty, there is something for everyone.

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‘Star Wars: Visions’ Executive Producers on Expanding the Galaxy Through a Global Lens

Star Wars is for everyone. And Star Wars: Visions Vol. 2 encapsulates that sentiment as the animated anthology moves away from its anime beginnings and towards a destination where studios from around the world can share their love of the galaxy far, far away while honoring their culture.

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Reasons to Watch ‘Star Wars: Rebels’ in its Entirety

Earlier this month at Star Wars Celebration Europe, fans were finally treated to the first good look at the upcoming limited series, Ahsoka, when the official trailer for it was released. Aside from seeing the former Jedi knight in action, several characters from the animated series, Star Wars: Rebels, are also set to have prominent roles in the story.

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The Boglings 2, aka a ‘Star Wars Jedi: Survivor’ Review

Judging merely from the 9+ hours of gameplay I’ve played so far, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is a worthy sequel to its already fantastic Fallen Order original and expands the game in every way from accessibility, lightsaber & Force combat options, vastly increased open worlds to explore, and a companion combat system that never gets in your way.

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Hard NOC Life 309: Din is a Daddy

Keith and Britney return to discuss the finale of The Mandalorian and compare it to the other show that features Daddy Pedro Pascal, The Last of Us. They also discuss the week in controversial actors and why Coachella is too dusty for them.

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Hollywood Legend Carl Weathers Breaks Down ‘The Mandalorian’ and High Magistrate Karga

Very few names have persisted in the medium of film and television the way Carl Weathers’ name has. From playing Apollo Creed in the first four Rocky films, to hunting Predators with Schwarzenegger, playing golf with Happy Gilmore, and now ruling over a planet in a galaxy far, far away, Weathers’ name and reputation as one of the greatest genre franchise stars on the planet cannot be disputed.

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Hard NOC Life 308: Celebrating Star Wars

Keith is back! And he’s joined by Britney and returning guest co-host Lauren Lola to go over all of the news and reveals from last week’s Star Wars Celebration in London, including the announcement of three new films and first footage from Ahsoka.

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‘Star Wars: Visions Volume 2’ Trailer is a Global Animation Celebration

Disney unveiled its latest trailer for Star Wars Visions Volume 2 at Star Wars Celebration today. Much like Volume 1, Volume 2 invites global animation studios to push the limits on Star Wars storytelling while incorporating their country’s history and culture into their stories and created original characters that fit into the Star Wars galaxy and cast local talent to bring these characters to life.

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Lucasfilm Announces Three New ‘Star Wars’ Films at Celebration

It’s a big weekend for Star Wars fans! News and announcements have been flowing through everyone like The Force all morning. And perhaps the most exciting announcements were also the most unexpected. In short, we’re (supposedly) getting three new Star Wars films, everyone!

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Fighting a !!%@! Rancor in ‘Star Wars Jedi: Survivor’

Thanks to the folks at Electronic Arts and Respawn Entertainment, I was able to play four hours of the upcoming Star Wars Jedi: Survivor and right from the get-go, if you’re a fan of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, you’re gonna love the upcoming sequel, which will be available for the PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S on April 28.

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New ‘Star Wars’ Series for Preschoolers Focuses on ‘Young Jedi Adventures’

Star Wars parents rejoice!!! We finally have a Star Wars series for our little ones!

Disney+ and Disney Junior will finally have a series meant for your Jedi younglings who are of preschool age called Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. The new original animated series will premiere on Star Wars Day aka May the Fourth.

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Hard NOC Life 305: Put Some Respeq on Kelleran Beq

Keith and Britney break down the latest episode of The Mandalorian and the return of Ahmed Best to the Star Wars universe. They also discuss the twin controversies surrounding Marvel Studios currently. Yikes!

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Hard NOC Life 302: Pirates of ‘The Mandalorian’

Keith is out this week, so Britney brought back her Lituation Room partner Vanessa Shark to break down the season 3 premiere of The Mandalorian and share some thoughts on the evolution of her podcast, now titled the DC Studios Podcast.

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