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Nicole Bilyak | Friday, September 30, 2022
In 2016, Lucasfilm released the first of the “Star Wars” spin-off films, “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” The film was a massive success and provided a new perspective on the Rebel Alliance. It took until this September to continue the journey “Rogue One” began into the underbelly of the famous rebellion in “Star Wars”
Nicole Bilyak | Thursday, September 15, 2022
This past weekend, the biennial D23 Expo occurred at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California from Sept. 9-11. The event was originally planned for 2021, but due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it was pushed back to 2022. It was also pushed back to highlight Disney’s plans for the 100th anniversary of the company
Matheus Herndl | Tuesday, September 13, 2022
The trend of endless movie sequels is by no means a recent one. Ever since the 70s and the birth of summer blockbuster franchises like Jaws or Star Wars, the sequel has been a staple in yearly releases to the joy of some fans and the detriment of others. Indeed, the market dominance of big-budget
Isa Sheikh | Friday, April 1, 2022
Students stepped out of the rain Wednesday evening as they walked into Corbett Family Hall. They sat down for a discussion on the consequences of sin and the cycle of life, as well as heroes, myths and creeds. The particulars of the conversation were all grounded in episodes of the Disney+ “space Western” series “The
Nicole Bilyak | Friday, February 11, 2022
A while back, I reviewed “Star Wars: Visions” and shared I was deeply underwhelmed with the cluttered stories that the show was attempting to tell. I was also not a fan of the anime style. When I heard there was going to be a show about Boba Fett on Disney Plus, I was skeptical, to
Nicole Bilyak | Tuesday, October 5, 2021
“Star Wars” is the most well-known space opera series that science fiction and fantasy fans can think of. With its vast universe, lovable characters and unique concept, it is no surprise that Lucasfilm, the creator of the series, has created such an escape from the realities of life. When Lucasfilm moved many of the “Star
JP Spoonmore | Friday, October 1, 2021
Marcia Lucas, known for editing the films “Taxi Driver” and “American Graffiti,” gives a peek behind the curtain to some of the greatest classics in cinema in a recently published book, “Howard Kazanjian: A Producer’s Life.” In the foreword, she mentions the casting of Harrison Ford for “Indiana Jones,” while expressing her passion for editing.
Aidan O'Malley | Wednesday, March 10, 2021
(Warning: The following article contains spoilers for “WandaVision.” Read Scene’s spoiler-free review here). Watching the season finale to “WandaVision,” I couldn’t help but smile. I just knew it was going to piss people off! I don’t like being this person. I don’t! And chide as I might, you’re allowed to be disappointed. But if my
Ryan Israel | Monday, February 8, 2021
OUT with 2020 IN with 2021 Aliens Vampires Gal Gadot Anya Taylor-Joy Shia LaBeouf Riz Ahmed “Star Wars” “Dune” Kanye West Playboi Carti Scrunchies Claw clips Streetwear Gorpcore “Friends” “Freaks and Geeks” Notre Dame Football Notre Dame Women’s Lacrosse Armie Hammer Daniel Kaluuya Air Force 1s Reebok Classics Vanessa Hudgens Olivia Rodrigo Middle part Mullets
Aidan O'Malley | Thursday, October 15, 2020
The leaves are turning, the temperature is dropping and with every passing day, we lose a few more seconds of sunlight. You know what that means: it’s October! And if it’s October, then you know what that means: it’s Halloween! Objectively the second-best holiday (behind only Christmas and just ahead of St. Patrick’s Day), Halloween