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The origins of Rey, as told by Star Wars Explained.

Rey's Origins

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Get a glimpse of the casting process for finding Rey in this behind-the-scenes clip from the Force Awakens Blu-ray release.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens - Casting Rey

What is a Gray Jedi? Can a Force user forsake either side of the Jedi binary? And is Rey the first Jedi to be officially a Gray Jedi in the films?Fandom's Henry and Jack dig into the history of the Gray Jedi, how many got retconned, and if Rey will end up breaking new ground as in-between the two sides of the Jedi coin. Join us, won't you?

Will 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' Feature Gray Jedi? Is Rey Gray?

The Star Wars heroine has Luke Skywalker afraid, so she must be really strong in the Force.

How Powerful Is Rey in 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi'?

Facts about Jakku, as told by Star Wars Explained.

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Why Kylo Ren was punching himself during the duel with Rey and Finn, as told by Star Wars Explained.

Why Kylo Ren Was Punching Himself

With the new animated Star Wars series Forces of Destiny, studio bosses are turning their attentions to the women of the Star Wars saga. Rey, Jyn Erso, Sabine Wren, Ahsoka Tano and Hera Syndulla all feature prominently in the series of animated shorts, which is due to air in July on Disney's YouTube channel.A new toy line has also been announced. New 'adventure figures'  in the form of Jyn Erso, Rey, Leia and Sabine Wren, among others  are meant to be a hybrid of doll and traditional action figure. Sam and Kim discuss why they're shining a spotlight on Star Wars women now, and whether they're doing it right.

Why is Star Wars Shifting the Focus to Women?

A never-before-heard Lana Del Rey rendition of Once Upon a Dream was unveiled as part of a 90-second sneak peek of Disneys Maleficent during the 56th Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, January 26. Maleficent releases in U.S. theaters on May 30, 2014. 

Maleficent

Maleficent - Dream Trailer

It's a special day for geeks all over the world as a brand new trailer for the eighth mainline Star Wars film has arrived. The Last Jedi will arrive on Christmas Day, and the almost two minutes of new footage teases so many huge moments.How is Rey's Jedi training going? Does Luke even want to be a Jedi anymore? And what about Finn, Poe, Kylo, BB and all the other new favorites? Fandom's Jack and Henry deconstruct all of it in this special reaction video. Before the Jedi end, let's watch!

The Most Important Moments You May Have Missed in The Last Jedi Trailer

It's a Turkey Day throwdown with the newest Movie Fights, where three fighters enter the ring to debate which Pixar character would be the best Thanksgiving guest. Without spoiling it, the impassioned debate revolves around rodent-kind versus an all-American toy. Plus, the panelists tackle what Pixar sequel reigns supreme, which Disney villain is the best (and baddest), and which Star Wars film is left lacking. The panelists for this round is El Rey Nation's Vanessa Gritton, film critic Scott Mantz, and Fandom's own Eric Goldman.

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Destiny 2 is a massive game, packed with so many things to do and places to explore that it can feel daunting at first -- even for Destiny veterans. Once you master the new mechanics, however, Destiny 2 is a sublime experience.So here are five essential tips to get started in Destiny 2.Raise Your Gears Power Level at Every OpportunityThe quest to reach level 20 is important for unlocking your Guardians subclass abilities and equipping better gear, but the true strength of your character is determined by their Power Level. Power is calculated as the average power of all of your weapons and gear. The game will slowly trickle more powerful items your way as you continue to equip gear. Its good advice to not become attached to any weapons prior to hitting the level cap and to change into more powerful gear at every opportunity - even if the gear is a lower rarity than what you currently have equipped.Unlock All Subclasses ASAPIn Destiny 2 the evil Ghaul has stolen the light and with it all your sweet super powers. In order to regain your lost powers, youll need to find unique class items and bring to the shard of the Traveler. Complete the subclass quests as soon as you receive the relics that trigger them, as you can only hold one relic in your inventory at a time. Relics for Subclass quests are commonly found in treasure chests and caches as you raise your level.Jump to New Planets Immediately After Unlocking ThemAfter the fall of the Last City, you must journey across the solar system to reunite with the Vanguard leaders Cayde-6, Ikora Rey, and Commander Zavala. Hit new planets and complete the first story mission on each as soon as you unlock them. The ability to complete Challenges, perform Patrols, and engage in Strike Missions will be unlocked once all of the Vanguard Leaders are brought back to the EDZ. These activities will help you level up faster and gain better gear, so dont get too distracted with Adventures and Lost Sectors too early!Raise Faction Rep for RewardsInstead of the Tower-specific factions from the first game, Destiny 2 has added new factions that are tied to the Vendor/Quest NPCs in each planet area: Devrim Kay on Earth, Sloane on Titan, Failsafe on Nessus, and Asher Mir on Io. There are several quick ways to raise rep, like completing Adventures, Patrols, and Public Events. You can also earn unique tokens for each planet that can be exchanged for rep. Each time you level up their rep, youll be able to claim a Bright Engram. However, you need to be level 20 before you can claim the legendary rewards. You can see the complete list of items that can be obtained through vendors by selecting the option to view rewards after you leveled up your reputation.Take part in Public EventsPublic Events have been overhauled in Destiny 2. Not only do their locations appear on your map in the Directory, but the icons also include countdowns to when the event begins. Public Events are a great way to gain powerful rewards and quickly raise faction rep. Its important to note that each Public Event has its own Heroic Modifier that can be triggered by performing specific actions. Heroic Public Events grant better rewards but are much more challenging than their normal counterparts.

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In 2017, our screens have been graced by the powerful – Jedi, superheroes, gods, and monsters. But who is the most powerful?

Wonder Woman is full of Princess Diana displaying her incredible powers. She’s not only a superhero – she’s a demigod! From rescuing Steve Trevor to storming a German trench in the middle of World War I, Wonder Woman proved that nothing is beyond her strength and fighting prowess. But who can forget her epic battle with Ares at the film’s climax? Wonder Woman harnessed all of her powers to fulfill her destiny and defeat the god of war.

In Spider-Man: Homecoming, our friendly neighborhood web-slinger used his strength, agility, web-shooters, and famous wit to bust up an illegal weapons deal on the Staten Island Ferry. When the Vulture showed up, Spider-Man had to deal with a bigger threat – the ferry splitting in two! Using all his web shooting skills, Spidey managed to bind the two halves together. Okay, he wasn’t one hundred percent successful, but there is no doubt that Spider-Man showed off his full range of abilities.

Eleven showed just how powerful she was in the first season – but Stranger Things 2 kicked it up big time. After spending most of the season isolated and away from her friends, Eleven returns to Hawkins in the nick of time to help them against the Mind Flayer. Focusing all her tremendous powers, Eleven manages to close the gate to the Upside Down.

This year was DC’s turn to unite their superheroes in Justice League. Individually, each member of the League is a veritable powerhouse. But the crowning moment was not any individual display of power. It was when all the members of the Justice League came together and united as a team, taking on Steppenwolf and his parademon army. Outnumbered, the Justice League became a team to combat a threat that none of them could hope to defeat alone.

Fantastic feats of the Force are a staple of the Star Wars films, and The Last Jedi was no exception. With Rey under the tutelage of Luke Skywalker, she learned to harness her burgeoning Force powers and came into her true potential. Rey’s display of raw power is enough to scare Luke. He has seen this power only once before – in Kylo Ren.

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Its rare for us to get big-budget event films that actually make us think. The era of the popcorn movie is in full effect, with superhero movies and Star Wars providing us with enjoyable escapism on a scale weve never seen before. Sure, we spend tons of time debating fan theories about Reys parents and pontificating on the future of the DC Extended Universe, but its all in service of mythology hand-wringing and action figure aestheticism.Blade Runner 2049 is none of that. Its a true sequel to the original film in that its utilizing the sci-fi genre to explore difficult and powerful themes such as love, identity, legacy, and memory. The film is challenging, not only thematically but also with its stark direction from director Denis Villeneuve and its visual splendor from director of photography Roger Deakins. This doesnt look or feel or move like the typical fantasy fare weve been conditioned to lap up with little to no contemplation.Unlike the base pleasures and easy-to-digest mythology of Star Wars, Blade Runner 2049 steeps its imagery and characters in complexity. That alone is so refreshing to see. In an age where disposable cinema and brand loyalty reign supreme, Blade Runner 2049 is about as close as were going to get to art cinema in the genre blockbuster arena.But, Blade Runner 2049 is not some action blockbuster. It is a hard sci-fi detective drama. The filmmakers and studio didnt reshape this to fit into the mainstream. While there are moments of action in the film, they are quick, brutal, and never solely about creating a set-piece. They inform the plot, enhance the characters, and keep the mystery engaging.And that mystery is great. Unlike the original film, there is an enigma that unfolds for both our lead character and the audience. This makes Blade Runner 2049 work on its own merits. Though, fans of the first film will find plenty to chew over in this sequel. Elements from the original are used in provocative and profound ways, but they arent necessary to enjoy this movie by itself. That is how you know this is a solid sequel: it stands as its own movie.However, plot alone does not a good film make. We need to have characters that are compelling, flawed, relatable, and driven. Blade Runner 2049 excels in this category. I dont want to spoil any specifics  go into this as blind as you can  but I can say that each character is interesting and powerful in their own right.Ryan Gosling is channeling his persona from Drive in this and it works. The Driver and Officer K feel cut from the same cloth: quiet, determined men who are secretly fragile and searching for something more than excellence in their profession. Officer Ks task is hunting down replicants, but a particular case offers a new twist to his job. Harrison Ford is used in just the right amount as the returning Rick Deckard. And hes as somber, caustically funny, and heartwarming as he should be.But, the standouts for me are the female characters. Ana de Armas as Joi is a revelation and instantly became one of my favorite characters from either film. Sylvia Hoeks as the unrelenting Luv is putting in one of the best antagonist performances of the year, and she easily equals the iconic status of Pris from Blade Runner. Plus, casting Robin Wright as an authority figure is a smart call. Her Lt. Joshi exudes power and respect while maintaining a sympathetic core that makes her likable.And if youre worried about Jared Leto as industrialist Niander Wallace, he is used sparingly and in the right ways as to never feel overbearing or showy. Its more of a supporting role than you might think, and its actually a fairly effective one.

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In Squid Game Season 2, Lee Byung-hun starred as the Front Man—also known as In-ho and Young-il. Lee, along with actor Lee Seo-hwan (Park Jung-bae), discussed some of the Front Man's major scenes and whether he experienced real happiness during the games.

Squid Game 2's Lee Byung-hun Reveals the Front Man's True Feelings

At the 2025 Golden Globes, the stars of FX's Shōgun—Anna Sawai (Lady Mariko), Hiroyuki Sanada (Lord Toranaga), Cosmo Jarvis (John Blackthorne)—and show creators Justin Marks and Rachel Kondo spoke to us about the most meaningful praise they've received for the drama.

Shōgun Cast Shares Best Compliment They Received | Golden Globes 2025

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