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Brad’s April Escape - Part 19 April 29 - Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Each weekday this month, I’ll screen a film from The Bearded Trio Cinematic Universe and list 10 random scenes, characters, musical cues or performances that I particularly enjoy and look forward to upon every viewing. I’d love to hear similar little things you enjoy about these films, and hope you join me in this escape from the present-day world. Next up is the final entry in the Skywalker Saga, coming out on Disney+ next week, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019). The Rise of Skywalker - An Introduction This was it. The last film in the Skywalker Saga was finally upon us, just a few short months ago. The story of Rey, Finn and Poe came to a conclusion in a film that can only be described as "big." Big settings, big stakes for our characters, big implications on the rest of the saga. I'll be up front with this - the sequel trilogy, as a whole, did not resonate ...

The Art of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker I'm always a little weary about an "art of" book as some can be a lazy affair.  I've purchased similar books in the past and been disappointed that they have been just pages and pages of concept artwork and no real explanation.  No behind-the-scenes information or thought process.  But, thankfully The Art of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is not one of these examples.  Instead it's a book packed with beautiful artwork as you would expect but also a detailed look into the making of a movie and in particular how clever, talented people brought a Star Wars movie to the big screen. The book has a foreword by Doug Chiang who is an Academy Award-winning artist, author and production designer.  He is the creative designer for ILM and worked on movies such as Terminator 2, Forrest Gump and Star Wars Episode I and II.  We also get an extensive "who's who,"  a list of names and what they did behind the scen...

Jaws, E.T, Hook, The Book Thief, Indiana Jones and More All Represented In The Rise of Skywalker Yes, the barrels from Jaws are in the Star Wars universe.  This is the scene where the great John Williams has his cameo and he is actually surrounded by props that represent each of his Academy Award nominations.  Look out for The Book Thief, Saving Private Ryan, Hook, Home Alone, E.T. The Extra Terrestrial, Indiana Jones and more.  Here's a few photos to get you started. The Book Thief.  Complete with John Williams initials  E.T. The Extra Terrestrial  Hook  Saving Private Ryan Indy's Whip 2-1B from Star Wars John Williams in The Rise of Skywalker The Bearded Trio - The Site For Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, John Williams and a whole lot more.

Announced earlier today at ComicsPRO in Portland, Oregon, Marvel Comics will be putting the final chapter of the Skywalker saga to the page in a comics adaptation of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. Writer Jody Houser (Star Wars: TIE Fighter) and artist Will Sliney (Star Wars: The Rise of Kylo Ren) will be teaming up to retell this epic story in STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER ADAPTATION #1. In addition to the shocking twists and turns that were present in the film, the five-issue limited series will also have brand-new story material for readers to enjoy! "As a lifelong Star Wars fan, it was an honor to be asked to be a part of wrapping up the Skywalker saga with Marvel Comics," Houser said. “We have some fun plans to add scenes and material that weren’t seen in the movie." Relive Rey’s quest, the Resistance’s desperate last stand, and the return of an old enemy when STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER ADAPTATION #1 hits stands this June! STAR WARS: THE RISE OF ...

Press Release For Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Home Entertainment Version We are pleased to bring you the full press release for The Rise of Skywalker Home Entertainment Release.  You can look forward to over two hours of bonus material including a feature-length making-of documentary.  Fans of John Williams will want to keep an eye on the digital version as there is an exclusive feature for the digital version only called The Maestro’s Finale.  Composer John Williams reflects on his body of work for the Star Wars saga and shares insights on scoring Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.  At the time of writing this we have no clue how long this feature is but we are trying to find out and will update as soon as we get any further information. Here's the full press release: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker , Lucasfilm and director J.J. Abrams’ riveting, inspiring conclusion of the seminal Skywalker saga, electrified audiences around the globe, earning mo...

Rise of Skywalker Will Feature In New Lego Star Wars Game Star Wars fandom can be a place of split opinions of late but one franchise that brings all the fans together is Lego and especially their unique take on the movies in their video games.  Well, we are pleased to bring you the latest "sizzle" video from WB Games that shows the new Star Wars game featuring all nine movies including The Rise of Skywalker. To celebrate the release of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and the long-awaited conclusion to the saga, we want to share with you the LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Sizzle. The upcoming game from TT Games arrives in 2020 and will feature all nine Skywalker saga films reimagined with iconic and irreverent LEGO gameplay and humour.  The Bearded Trio - The Site For Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, John Williams and a whole lot more.

STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER Starring Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill, Adam Driver, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega. Oscar Isaac, Anthony Daniels, Naomi Ackie, Domnhall Gleeson, Kellie Marie Tran, Kerri Russell,  Richard E. Grant,  Ian McDiarmid   and Billy Dee Williams Screenplay Chris Terrio and JJ Abrahms Directed by J.J. Abrams Reviewed by Paul & Patrick Gibbs  Out of Four When we first saw a press screening of Star Wars: The Last Jedi, most of us who attended the screening fell in love with the film and considered it a masterpiece. When we ran into writer and Star Wars expert Bryan Young later that evening at another screening, we talked between us about how much we loved Rian Johnson's film."I think it's safe to say J.J. Abrams has the hardest job in the world following it", Byan remarked.  Of course it turned out that The Last Jedi became the most divisive film in the entire franchise, loved by some and hated by others. But Bryan was sti...

John Williams, Billy Dee Williams and Harrison Ford The premiere of a certain movie took place yesterday in good old fashioned, Hollywood CA and of course the big stars were out in Force.  Speaking of the Force, that movie was of course, Star Wars:  The Rise of Skywalker and this was my favourite picture from the event.  John Williams, Billy-Dee Williams and Harrison Ford all together in one photo.  How much coolness oozes from this one picture? Also, we couldn't let you go with a photo of Steven Spielberg at the same event. The Bearded Trio - The Site For Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, John Williams and a whole lot more.

John Williams on The Rise of Skywalker "He is a marvellous man and a spirited director and we can be grateful for him for so many things, not the least of which of finding Daisy Ridley." - John Williams on J.J. Abrams. Enjoy this three minute video from John Williams talking about his involvement in Star Wars and the Rise of Skywalker and his admiration for director, J.J. Abrams.  "I didn't expect to see Lando again and I love seeing him in this film." said the composer.  Watch the full clip below: The Bearded Trio - The Site For Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, John Williams and a whole lot more.

The wait is over! After several teaser trailers from Star Wars Celebration Chicago and D23Expo, the final trailer for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker made its debut during Monday Night Football on ESPN. In case you missed it, or just want to watch it on repeat, we have it for you right here to enjoy:  Here's the theatrical poster: Tickets for The Rise of Skywalker are available to preorder now! Visit Fandango, or your favorite ticket outlet to reserve the best seats. The Bearded Trio - The Site For Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, John Williams and a whole lot more.

Own Your Very Own D-O From Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker Oh neat!  It's an interactive CD-ROM!  Well not quite, it's an interactive droid.  More specifically it's D-O from Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker .  Complete with light-up LED eyes, authentic sounds and all controlled from a free app on your phone, this will be the envy of the house, cat and dog.   It has multiple modes of play including chase, guard and a high alertmode.  Here's the blurb on this cute little toy: Cobbled from odds and ends in the workshop of a droidsmith, D-O is an impressionable little roller that becomes fixated upon BB-8! The ULTIMATE D-O INTERACTIVE DROID lets kids and fans display and play with a replica that has a self-balancing wheel, multiple modes of play, moving head and antennas, and features light-up LED eyes, sound effects, and premium deco inspired by STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER.  Drive D-O around using the free downloadable app, or play i...