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  Over on Kotaku they have reported that Star Wars game, Attack Squadrons has unfortunately been cancelled.  The game was only announced last year and was to be a simplified space combat game. Rob @welshslider

A fan has posted these rather interesting maps of what is potentially the lay out for Jurassic World.  The post was over on JPLegacy and the source has wished to remain anonymous but do say they are 100% genuine. What do you think? Rob @welshslider THE BEARDED TRIO ON FACEBOOK THE BEARDED TRIO ON TWITTER THE BEARDED TRIO ON GOOGLE+ THE BEARDED TRIO ON PINTEREST

Well here's a thought on that creature from the latest Star Wars message featuring J.J. Abrams.  Could it be an Hdrachi?  Take a look at the picture above and you will see a similarity. Wookieepedia says about the Hdrachi: Diminutive, fur-covered cameloids, the H'drachi were mammals with short brown hair covering their bodies and had thin arms and legs. Shorter then the average Human, the H'drachi had a higher propensity for Force-sensitivity then most species The native species to the world of M'haeli, the H'drachi were subservient to Human colonist who usurped power and ruled the planet. Despite this, the H'drachi took comfort in their ability to read the future through an energy field they called the time-stream. This Force-perception of time was viewed as a form of precognition by other Force-based organizations, but as most H'drachi were Force-sensitive, the society developed its own traditions instead of adopting tho...

In addition to the episodes of a new  Star Wars  trilogy, Lucasfilm and Disney have begun development on multiple stand-alone movies that will offer new stories beyond the core Saga. Gareth Edwards will direct the first stand-alone film, with a screenplay by Gary Whitta. The film is due out December 16, 2016.   Gareth Edwards blazed into the filmmaking forefront with his acclaimed work on  Monsters , a film he wrote, directed and served on as cinematographer and visual effects artist. The skill and vision readily apparent in  Monsters  earned him the high-profile spot directing this year's smash hit  Godzilla . "Ever since I saw  Star Wars  I knew exactly what I wanted to do for the rest of my life - join the Rebel Alliance! I could not be more excited & honored to go on this mission with Lucasfilm,” said Edwards. Gary Whitta’s screenwriting credits include 2010’s  The Book   of Eli  starring Denzel Washi...

The new series from Steven Spielberg, Extant , will debut is just over a month, and The Hollywood Reporter has a list of the five things you need to know : 1. The series will follow a model just like its summer companion  Under the Dome, meaning if the show is successful, it would continue on with a second season -- with Berry returning as its lead, producers said. In other words, don't let its billing as an "event" or "limited" series throw you -- this is a cable model 13-episode drama. "We love the idea of season two being the sequel to this," Walker said. "The threat we establish in season one … will continue in season two." 2. The series poses an essential question: "What makes us human? Can machines be human?" showrunner Walker said, noting that what makes us human is as much of a draw to aliens as anything Extant explores. "[This] deals with a lot of familiar themes, and we're rooted in family story." ...

A few weeks back we reported Tom Hanks is to team up once again with Steven Spielberg for a yet to be named Cold War project from Dreamworks. Well the project is still without a name but we do know one thing, thanks to Variety .  The writers of the script will be the Coen Brothers. Marc Platt will produce with Spielberg. The Coen Brothers, who won screenwriting Oscars for “Fargo” and “No Country for Old Men,” are revising Matt Charman’s script. The untitled project is based on the true story of James Donovan, who Hanks will portray. Donovan was the American attorney enlisted by the CIA during the Cold War to surreptitiously negotiate the 1962 release of Francis Gary Powers, the U-2 spy plane pilot who was shot down over Russia two years earlier. It seems confirmed by Dreamworks declined to comment at this time. Rob @welshslider THE BEARDED TRIO ON FACEBOOK THE BEARDED TRIO ON TWITTER THE BEARDED TRIO ON GOOGLE+ THE BEARDED TRIO ON PINTEREST

Chicago's efforts to land the George Lucas Museum could mean a brand new building along the city's lakefront Museum Campus. While the exact location of the "Stars Wars" mastermind's museum has yet to be determined, the panel appointed by Mayor Rahm Emanuel recommends it be built on a parking lot on Museum Campus. THE BEARDED TRIO ON FACEBOOK THE BEARDED TRIO ON TWITTER THE BEARDED TRIO ON GOOGLE+ THE BEARDED TRIO ON PINTEREST

Cher and Placido Domingo presenting John Williams with Best Original Score Oscar® for "E.T." at the 55th Annual Academy Awards® in 1983. THE BEARDED TRIO ON FACEBOOK THE BEARDED TRIO ON TWITTER THE BEARDED TRIO ON GOOGLE+ THE BEARDED TRIO ON PINTEREST

Today in a special video message from the set of  Star Wars :   Episode VII, director J.J. Abrams announced the creation of  Star Wars : Force for Change , a brand new  Star Wars  initiative from Disney and Lucasfilm in collaboration with Bad Robot dedicated to finding creative solutions to some of the world’s biggest problems. The first  Star Wars : Force for Change campaign will raise funds and awareness for the United Nations Children’s Fund’s ( UNICEF ) Innovation Labs and its innovative programs that are benefitting the world’s most vulnerable children. Disney has committed US $1 million to support the launch of  Star Wars : Force for Change. Fans can now contribute directly at  Omaze.com/StarWars  for a chance to appear in  Star Wars : Episode VII. For each $10 contribution made through the Omaze fundraising platform, eligible participants will be automatically entered for a chance to win this once-in-a-life...

This memo has surfaced from Screencrush .  It's a memo from J.J. Abrams to his Star Wars VII cast and crew.  A nice touch.  It reads: DEAREST CAST AND CREW, WHAT AN HONOR IT IS TO WORK BESIDE ALL OF YOU, ON STAR WARS EP VII. I CAN'T THANK YOU ENOUGH, FOR ALL WORK PAST AND FUTURE. LET'S TAKE GOOD CARE OF NOT JUST OURSELVES, BUT OF EACH OTHER. AMAZING, BUT TRUE: THE WORLD AWAITS THIS FILM. LET'S GIVE 'EM SOMETHING GREAT. XO JJ THE BEARDED TRIO ON FACEBOOK THE BEARDED TRIO ON TWITTER THE BEARDED TRIO ON GOOGLE+ THE BEARDED TRIO ON PINTEREST

A new trailer for Steven Spielberg's Extant has hit the web.  First indications after watching this is how much it reminds me of A.I. Artificial Intelligence directed by Steven Spielberg. Astronaut Molly Woods went on a 13-month solo mission. She did not return alone. Halle Berry stars in Extant. Premieres July 9 on CBS. THE BEARDED TRIO ON FACEBOOK THE BEARDED TRIO ON TWITTER THE BEARDED TRIO ON GOOGLE+ THE BEARDED TRIO ON PINTEREST

Joblo.com have followed up their post from last year revealing details about Jurassic World.  In this latest post they reveal details about the park and dinosaurs. Do not read on if you want to avoid spoilers.  Although they are only slight spoilers and of course unconfirmed at this time. THE PARK Building on our original scoop: JURASSIC WORLD will be a real running theme park, complete with a monorail (as teased in recent concept art above), shops, rides, and shows. It's the most popular theme park and a family destination. To get there you have to take a high speed shuttle boat from Florida. Inside the park there are a multitude of activities, including a Dino petting zoo and a Hologram info center where you can learn about the methods they are using to create dinosaurs (an enhanced version of the original one). One of the rides is called a "Gyrosphere" that you can get in and ride around in the wild to get up close to the Dinos. RUNNING and SCREAMING Busi...

Thanks to Bad Robot costume wearing @TK10815 for posting this gem.  Watch the Symphony In The Stars from the weekends first Star Wars Weekend of 2014. Watch a spectacular firework display in time with John Williams classic Star Wars music. THE BEARDED TRIO ON FACEBOOK THE BEARDED TRIO ON TWITTER THE BEARDED TRIO ON GOOGLE+ THE BEARDED TRIO ON PINTEREST

The new poster for Steven Spielberg's upcoming series Extant has been revealed.  Check it out below: Extant stars Academy Award winner Halle Berry as an astronaut who returns to Earth after a year-long solo mission in space -- and she soon finds out she did not return alone. For more information on the series, you can visit  CBS.com . Image source:  Seriable.com THE BEARDED TRIO ON FACEBOOK THE BEARDED TRIO ON TWITTER THE BEARDED TRIO ON GOOGLE+ THE BEARDED TRIO ON PINTEREST Contact Lisa at  lisad@coffeewithkenobi.com

Now this is just what I've been looking for.  A podcast dedicated to adventure games! Threepcast has a distinctive Lucasarts feel in the first episode.  Appropriately named Rubber Chicken, a reference to an item needed to complete a puzzle in Monkey Island.  In this one hour episode, it's this game Threepcast has focused on in particular, The Secret of Monkey Island. Podcasters newcomers Elliott and Phil Ridgway host the show and within seconds of the show beginning you will be smiling from the glorious rendition of the famous Monkey Island theme. Check out the show notes along with the link to the show. Welcome to the pilot episode of Threepcast, a podcast dedicated solely to adventure games!  Hosted by noob podcasters Elliott and Phil Ridgway, this episode starts off by delving into possibly the most famous adventure game of all time - The Secret of Monkey Island.  What could possibly go wrong? Listen to the show here. THE BEARDED TRIO ON FACEB...

Way back in 1999 weeks before The Phantom Menace was due to blast on to cinema screens, fans were waiting patiently to get their hands on tickets for the long awaited prequel to Star Wars. Advance tickets only went on sale after cinema owners put pressure on director and producer George Lucas. He initially banned early sales after fears ticket touts would muscle in. Tickets were limited to 12 per person. One fan from Augusta, Georgia waited a week outside the cinema just to get a ticket for the movie attracting taunts from passers-by and media attention.  He said: "It was just intense. Cameras all in front of me, news crews and everything. It was more than I expected."  Some fans camped out in driving rain saying they've been waiting 16 years for this. Speed up to present day and I feel the situation will be no different. Of course we will have more online bookings and the web will be able to cope with the influx of fans wanting to book early. In fact  Cineworl...

While talking about Godzilla, Thomas Tull discussed his involvement with Jurassic World and hinted at sequels.  He also talked about his lucky working relationship with Steven Spielberg.  He said: “The ideas and script that they came up with, and story, are spectacular, so we may spend more than one piece in there.” He also added: “I am very humbled and fortunate to call Steven a friend, and I joke with him that he practically raised me” Tull explained. “It’s surreal in a way. Jurassic Park is one of my favourite movies. Colin was a fantastic choice – I loved his last movie [Safety Not Guaranteed]. Working with Steven and Frank Marshall – it’s a privilege.” Read more at IGN THE BEARDED TRIO ON FACEBOOK THE BEARDED TRIO ON TWITTER THE BEARDED TRIO ON GOOGLE+ THE BEARDED TRIO ON PINTEREST

Extras agency Mad Dog Casting have got tangled up in a legal battle with ex-employee Eleanor McLaughlin over the legal right to provide extras for Star Wars VII. At the centre of the legal fight is 32-year-old Eleanor McLaughlin who is accused of trying to steal a lucrative contract to provide extras for the forthcoming seventh instalment of the sci-fi saga. British agency Mad Dog Casting is suing her for up to £250,000 after claiming it had entered ‘mature’ negotiations to supply extras for crowd scenes that involve aliens and other creatures last year. However, it argues McLaughlin, a former employee, quit the firm to set up her own casting agency and also started competing for the £1million contract. Fears have now been raised that the legal fight could delay the shooting of some of the big crowd scenes for Star Wars: Episode VII. In legal documents submitted to the High Court, the firm accuses Miss McLaughlin, whose film credits include the latest James Bond movie Skyfall, Pi...

It's time for another RebelForce Radio with Jason and Jimmy.  On the show this week they are lucky enough to have original Star Wars set designer, Roger Christian. NEW SHOW! He’s the Oscar-winning Set Decorator from the original Star Wars film from 1977. The man who physically built the first-ever lightsaber hilt, the Millennium Falcon hold, and even ole Artoo Detoo himself! Roger Christian joins Jimmy Mac & Paul Bateman In The Cantina for an in-depth discussion about the amazing work he did on the props and sets of the film that started it all. Also this week, Jason & Jimmy review the first full trailer for Star Wars Rebels and some of the latest Star Wars news. Plus, Simon Kinberg, Denis Lawson, details about our first-ever Disney Star Wars Weekends listener meet up and much more! Listen to the show here.  THE BEARDED TRIO ON FACEBOOK THE BEARDED TRIO ON TWITTER THE BEARDED TRIO ON GOOGLE+ THE BEARDED TRIO ON PINTEREST

It's time for another Coffee With Kenobi.  Episode 19 sees none other than Steve Sansweet joining the crew.  Also this episode is a special episode as it marks the first year anniversary of the show.  Contributors to the show including myself give our reflections on this top notch Star Wars podcast. I also bring you the latest offering of your Espresso Shot With The Bearded Trio. In today’s show we share a cup of coffee with President and CEO of Rancho Obi-Wan, Steve Sansweeet.  This Star Wars icon talks with us about Rancho Obi-Wan, as well as his thoughts on fandom and all things Star Wars.  Our Star Wars Weekends contributor, Aaron Harris joins us to talk Star Wars Weekends, and we have some amazing reflections from some of our friends on this special episode, as we celebrate one year of Coffee With Kenobi.  We also have the next offering of  “Your Espresso Shot with The Bearded Trio” with Rob Wainfur, Episode VII information, discuss the sp...