While developing the Star Wars universe, the concept of midi-chlorians was introduced in The Phantom Menace and played a role in the prequel trilogy’s overall story. It’s ironic that fans often focus too much on a character’s “M-Count” – the number of midi-chlorians – because the Force should be accessible to everyone.
While Din Djarin is a skilled Mandalorian, many others throughout history were even more powerful. Some famously wielded the Darksaber and achieved significant victories for their people, and there are likely countless others forgotten by history who could have easily defeated him.
Currently showing in cinemas, The Mandalorian & Grogu is packed with exciting action scenes and connections to the wider Star Wars universe. One of the most memorable moments happens early in the film and directly references the classic 1980s movie, The Empire Strikes Back.
After the events of Revenge of the Sith, very few Jedi remained – only around two dozen. This number includes those who lived on briefly, only to die in later stories set during the Empire’s reign. Considering there were originally 10,000 Jedi, a survival rate of just one percent suggests roughly 100 Force-sensitive individuals were still alive and active. However, Obi-Wan and Yoda’s decision to go into hiding, driven by fear of the Sith, might have been a mistake – perhaps they should have fought instead.
Details about the storyline for season 4 of The White Lotus are still being kept secret, but filming has already started and some of the actors have been announced. Because the series is being filmed on location in the South of France, it’s been difficult to keep things under wraps. Despite some changes to the cast – with a few actors leaving and new ones joining – season 4 promises a fantastic ensemble of characters.
Craig Gillespie directs the new film Supergirl, starring Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El, the last daughter of Krypton and cousin to Superman (played by David Corenswet). Alcock first appeared as Supergirl in last year’s Superman movie, alongside her dog Krypto, who also plays a key role in this story. The cast also includes Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, Matthias Schoenaerts, Emily Beecham, and Jason Momoa.
I’ve been consistently impressed with Matt Reeves. He just gets what makes a genre film work – it’s not about explosions and CGI, but about creating a really compelling atmosphere and, crucially, understanding what makes his characters tick. You see this so clearly in his work, especially now as an executive producer on that new Amazon Prime series… it really shines through.
Magical realism isn’t right for every show, but when it works, it can be incredibly effective. Shows that skillfully blend magical elements into their core stories often find they can explore deeper themes and create richer, more nuanced narratives. Plus, a touch of the surreal can make a show truly unforgettable.
Adapted from Stephen King’s 1991 novel and directed by Fraser C. Heston, Needful Things is a lesser-known but enjoyable TV movie from the early 1990s. While it only has a 35% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the film is a fun and exciting take on the story, successfully mixing horror, drama, and crime – a combination King is known for. The movie also features a strong cast, including Ed Harris, Bonnie Bedelia, Amanda Plummer, and Max von Sydow, famous for his role in The Exorcist.
Both House of Cards and Orange is the New Black were based on previously published works – the former on a 1990 BBC series and a 1989 novel by Michael Dobbs, and the latter on Piper Kerman’s memoir. Netflix was eager to offer shows with complex themes and diverse representation, but preferred to launch these programs by adapting stories that already had an established audience.