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On the April 16 2019 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor in chief Peter Sciretta is joined by managing editor Jacob Hall and Senior writer Ben Pearson to talk about the latest Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker news. We’ll also discuss Peter’s theory based on one shot from the trailer. And we’ll answer your mailbag questions about the final chapter of the Skywalker saga. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (here is the RSS URL if you need it). Opening Banter: Before we get into the news, Ben gives us his reaction to the Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker teaser trailer.   In The News: Peter: JJ Abrams Explains The Title of ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’, George Lucas’ Involvement And Palpatine’s Return Ben: ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ Ending Changed During Production, Kathleen Kennedy Talks About the “Blueprint” to Bring Palpatine Back, and More Peter: John Boyega Hints At What We Can Expect From ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ Ben: J.J. Abrams On Rey’s Parents: “There’s More to the Story” in ‘The Rise of Skywalker’ Peter: Is This Spaceship the Key to Unlocking the Biggest Secret of ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’? In The Mailbag: Talmerian writes in “Am I the only one who saw the opening scene with Ray as some sort of training exercise? There's just a feeling or look that indicates to me she is trying something new and testing herself.   Great episode!” Declan from Toronto writes in “Hey Peter here is a possible theory of how the Emperor has made his return. This is pulling from both the expanded universe and canon. Remember that Darth Sidious (Emperor) was the apprentice of Darth Plagueis, a sith Lord that was so powerful and knowledgeable in the dark side that he could influence midi-chlorians to create life and also keep people from dying. In the expanded universe Darth Sidious learned all of Darth Plagueis' powers and when he had nothing left to learned he killed Plagueis as was the way of the rule of two. In canon you recall in Revenge of the Sith the scene where Palpatine told Anakin about the story of Darth Plagueis and his power. So it's not too far fetch to consider that the Emperor used this power to save himself at the end of Return of the Jedi...just a thought. P.S. Sorry Chris, I have a feeling this will not make you feel any better about the movie.” Cade L writes in: “1) The planet in the SW:IX trailer could be Yavin? the site of the first Death-star destruction and some Jedi Temples and such (according to some EU Legends). Maybe they're after a holocron?     2) Is Endor the moon or the planet? -- I just watched ROTJ again, and I'm pretty sure Vader and the Emperor refer to the planet where the shield generator is and where the ewoks are as "Endor"...I think the moon itself is called "Endor." and although the Ewok Adventure movies are not canon (at least I think they are not) - there are desert scenes in those films...so the mysterious trailer planet could be Endor  Also....let's give some love to the Ewok movies eh? 3) If Palpatine is a force ghost, that would negate the moral tale within ROTS. That film seems to indicate that the dark side cannot produce immortality, but can only prolong physical life (ugly, hateful, sickly life). Whereas, Qui-Gon discovers that there is immorality with the lightside...through ghost-hood? I think that is an important thematic idea as it further cements the tragic irony of Anakin's turn= in seeking immortality for those he loves through the dark side, he brings them death. Whereas by letting go of life and turning to the light side, one can achieve an "immortality" within the force. Assuming JJ cares about that distinction, I would assume Palpatine is alive physically in IX    4) All in all = it would have been nice to have very little Original Trilogy throw-backs in this new trilogy. As it is, Rey, Finn and co. are not going to be given their own story -- their trilogy ends Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

16 Huhti 201951min

/Film editor in chief Peter Sciretta is joined by weekend editor Brad Oman to talk about everything he’s seen at Star Wars Celebration 2019, from the Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker trailer, to the Hasbro toy reveals, to the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge presentation, to the Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order video game to The Mandalorian sizzle reel and footage.   You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (here is the RSS URL if you need it).   Opening Banter: Brad has been at Star Wars Celebration for four days now.   In The News: The Rise of Skywalker:Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Trailer: J.J. Abrams Returns to a Galaxy Far, Far Away Vader Immortal:‘Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series’ First Impressions: Wielding a Lightsaber Never Felt So Good ‘Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series’ Trailer: Are You Ready to Work for Darth Vader? Toys:Cool Stuff: Hasbro Reveals New ‘Star Wars’ Black Series Figures, An Innovative Lightsaber Prototype & More Galaxy’s Edge:First Look: Aurebesh Coke Coming To ‘Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge’, Served In Reclaimed Thermal Detonator Packaging Galaxy’s Edge Interactive App Turns ‘Star Wars’ Into Your Playground You Can Become Part of the Crew of the Millennium Falcon in the ‘Smuggler’s Run’ Ride at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Yoda Will Appear in ‘Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge’, With Frank Oz Reprising His Role Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge: New Merch from Toydarian Toymaker, Creature Stall & Black Spire Outfitters Video games:‘Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order’ Trailer: Try to Survive as a Jedi Padawan on the Run After Order 66 The Mandalorian:Everything We Learned About ‘The Mandalorian’ at the Star Wars Celebration Panel 501st Legion of ‘Star Wars’ Fans Will Appear in ‘The Mandalorian’ ‘The Mandalorian’ Features Practical Ships Built and Shot Like the Original Trilogy ‘The Mandalorian’ Footage Description: Sorry, Boba Fett, There’s a New Bounty Hunter in Town   Other Articles Mentioned: All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

14 Huhti 201951min

This is /Film editor in chief Peter Sciretta and joining me are managing editor Jacob Hall, and writers Hoai-Tran Bui and Chris Evangelista to talk about Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. We talk about the newly announced title for Star Wars Episode 9, the revelations from the presentation at Star Wars Celebration, our reaction and breakdown of the trailer, our concerns on the teased Palpatine reveal and speculation on the title and much more. Join us and geek out about Star Wars!   You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (here is the RSS URL if you need it).   Opening Banter: It’s day one of Star Wars Celebration, guys!   In The News: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Trailer: J.J. Abrams Returns to a Galaxy Far, Far Away Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Trailer Breakdown Star Wars Episode 9 Title Revealed: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker What Does the ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ Title Mean for Rey, Kylo Ren, and the Story at Large? Everything We Learned About Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker From the Star Wars Celebration Panel Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker: How Could Emperor Palpatine Be Back? How Did the Death Star Survive to Appear in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker? Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is Apparently Bringing Back the Emperor, and That Feels Like a Mistake Other Articles Mentioned: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Teaser Poster Revealed All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

12 Huhti 201957min

On a bonus episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor in chief Peter Sciretta is joined by Host of the /Filmcast David Chen to discuss the big Disney+ streaming service announcements. We talk about how much the service will cost, when to expect it, what movies and tv shows will be included and give our reaction to all the overwhelming news. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (here is the RSS URL if you need it). Opening Banter: This is a bonus episode to talk about the Disney+ announcements made on Thursday afternoon. This is an unusual episode, but I thought you guys would appreciate it as a bonus discussion especially since Friday’s Star Wars Episode 9 trailer will probably dominate the whole conversation on Friday. In The News: Everything You Need to Know About Disney+, Set to Launch in November for $6.99 A Month Disney+ Shows: A List of Everything Announced For Disney’s Streaming Service Disney+ Movies: A List of Everything Announced (and Rumored) For Disney’s Streaming Service Disney+ Will Play a Major Part in the Post-‘Avengers: Endgame’ Marvel Cinematic Universe, Kevin Feige Says ‘The Simpsons’ Are Moving to Disney+, With the First 30 Seasons Available on Day One All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

12 Huhti 201948min

On the April 11, 2019 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor in chief Peter Sciretta is joined by /Film managing editor Jacob Hall, senior writer Ben Pearson, and writer Chris Evangelista to discuss the latest film and tv news, including Donald Glover, Child’s Play, Avengers: Endgame, Hawkeye, Grease and Star Wars Episode 9. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (here is the RSS URL if you need it). Opening Banter: We survived Hotelpocalypse… but do we have a place to stay for Comic Con? In The News: Ben: Donald Glover and Rihanna’s ‘Guava Island’ Movie Drops on Amazon Prime Video This Weekend Chris: ‘Child’s Play’ Remake Score Will Be Composed by Bear McCreary Using a ‘Toy Orchestra’ Peter: The Russo Brothers Explain Why They Lied About The ‘Avengers: Endgame’ Title Ben: ‘Avengers: Endgame’ Sold Five Times More Tickets Than ‘Infinity War’ in the First Week at Fandango Chris: ‘Hawkeye’ TV Series With Jeremy Renner Coming to Disney+ Ben: ‘Grease’ Prequel ‘Summer Loving’ Gearing Up at Paramount with Writer John August Star Wars:Ben: How ‘Star Wars Episode 9’ Responds to ‘The Last Jedi,’ According to J.J Abrams Chris: Why J.J. Abrams Almost Turned Down ‘Star Wars: Episode 9’ Ben: ‘Star Wars: Episode 9’s Tight Development Schedule Might Have Created “Something Incredibly Special” All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

11 Huhti 201939min

On the April 10, 2019 episode of /Film Daily, /Film senior writer Ben Pearson is joined by /Film managing editor Jacob Hall to narrow down the top 10 episodes of Game of Thrones, the show's top 15 moments, lay out a ranking of the seasons, and hand out yearbook-style superlatives to the show's surviving characters before its final season premiere.   You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (here is the RSS URL if you need it).   Other Articles Mentioned: 'Game of Thrones' is Moving a Lot Faster Now – But is That a Good Thing? Did 'Game of Thrones' Jump the Shark with "Beyond the Wall"?   All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

10 Huhti 20191h 14min

On the April 9, 2019 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor in chief Peter Sciretta is joined by /Film weekend editor Brad Oman and writer Chris Evangelista to discuss the latest film and tv news, including Rich Moore, Adam McKay and Will Ferrell, Netflix, Marvel, Christopher Nolan, The Suicide Squad, and Avengers: Endgame. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (here is the RSS URL if you need it). Opening Banter: Back to the news... In The News: Chris: ‘Wreck-It Ralph’ Director Rich Moore Leaves Disney for Sony Animation Brad: Adam McKay and Will Ferrell Ending Production Partnership, and We’re in a Glass Case of Emotion Chris: Netflix Plans to Buy Hollywood’s Egyptian Theater; Next Step: World Domination Brad: Marvel Has a Five-Year Plan for Phase Four, and It Likely Doesn’t Include the X-Men Chris: Christopher Nolan’s “Crazy” New Film is the “Length of Three Movies”, According to Robert Pattinson Chris: ‘Suicide Squad’ Sequel Dropping Deadshot, Giving Idris Elba a New Character InsteadAlso: Viola Davis is Reprising Her Role as Amanda Waller in ‘The Suicide Squad’ Brad: ‘Avengers: Endgame’ Completes Captain America’s Character Arc, According to Chris Evans Other Articles Mentioned: All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

9 Huhti 201928min

On the April 8, 2019 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor in chief Peter Sciretta is joined by /Film managing editor Jacob Hall, weekend editor Brad Oman, senior writer Ben Pearson, and writers Hoai-Tran Bui and Chris Evangelista to discuss what they’ve been up to at the Water Cooler.   You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (here is the RSS URL if you need it). At The Water Cooler: What we’ve been Doing:Peter went to WonderCon in Anaheim and visited Disneyland and had a cheat day reminding him that overeating and eating shitty food makes him feel horrible. And covered the Avengers: Endgame junket. Brad bought a PlayStation 4 with Red Dead Redemption and Spider-Man, but hasn’t played them yet because life is cruel. Hoai-Tran saw Church the Cat at Pet Sematary advanced screening, attended the Missing Link NYC premiere, went to an Epik High concert. Jacob bought a white board after learning the dark secret of staying on track with his exercise. What we’ve been Reading:Jacob has started reading Sandman Slim by Richard Kadrey. Ben read The Mysterious Affair at Styles What we’ve been Watching:Jacob and Brad watched Shazam! And HT rewatched it. HT and Chris watched Pet Sematary. Jacob and Chris watched The Legend of Cocaine Island. Jacob and HT watched The Twilight Zone, Jacob began an MCU re-watch and Brad is half-assing it. Peter saw 6 minutes of Avengers: Endgame, watched The Act on Hulu, The Boy Band Con, The Lou Pearlman documentary on YouTube Premium, and tried watching the Netflix reality series Selling Sunset. Ben watched Shrill, Midnight Run, and The Bad and the Beautiful Jacob watched Mercy Black, Await Further Instructions, The Bye Bye Man, Terminator Salvation, and lots of Jeopardy!. Brad watched Whitney, Queer Eye Season 3, Christopher Robin, Stan & Ollie Hoai-Tran watched The Beach Bum, Cold War, The Burial of Kojo, Lady J, One-Punch Man, Missing Link, the series finale of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. What we’ve been Eating:Peter has been eating High Key Snacks mini cookies, and made a few recipes out of Southern Keto: 100+ Traditional Food Favorites for a Low-Carb Lifestyle including Cheeseburger “mac” helper and drop biscuits. Jacob wants to sing the praises of Deep Eddy Ruby Red Vodka. Brad tried four new kinds of M&M’s: Hazelnut Spread, Thai Coconut, English Toffee and Mexican Jalapeno, and Starburst Duos. What we’ve been Playing:Jacob has been playing Baba is You and Ape Out on the Nintendo Switch. Hoai-Tran is in a post-Kingdom Hearts 3 funk.   Other Articles Mentioned: ‘Shazam!’ May be the the Most Positive Superhero Movie Ever Made – But It Has One Serious Failing ‘Shazam!’ Director David F. Sandberg on How His Horror Roots Prepared Him for a Superhero Movie [Interview] Pet Sematary spoiler review All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

8 Huhti 20191h 40min