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The Skywalker Saga has ended and Dom Bettinelli and Fr. Chip Hines are here to give you their first impressions, fresh out of the theater. First, some spoiler-free comments and then, after a warning, a spoiled discussion that delves into the universal themes we find here and in all of Star Wars.
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Is Mando Batman? Fr. Andrew, Angela, Mike, and Andrew H. discuss Ch. 6, how it draws out how the Mandalorian has changed (and hasn’t) since meeting the Child. Plus all the cameos and Easter eggs scattered throughout this episode.
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Is this chapter of The Mandalorian just fan services or does it serve a deeper purpose in the story? Fr. Andrew, Thomas, Angela, and Mike also talk about how the climactic moments remind them of both Eve’s temptation in Eden and Jesus’ temptation in the desert, and the fall that comes from pride.
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The latest episode of The Mandalorian continues to show the influences of Kurosawa’s ronin films, which Fr. Andrew, Thomas, Angela, Andrew H., and Mike discuss as well as how Mando’s relationships are changing him into a hero and father. And of course, plenty about Baby Yoda!
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This is the way. Fr. Andrew, Angela, Andrew H., and Mike discuss adorable baby Yoda and how he lets us encounter the man behind the armor. They also discuss the “Way of the Mandalore” and how that parallels the Way of Christ. And the backstory of Mandalorian culture and the connection to the Clone Wars.
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The Mandalorian subverts expectations and is gritty, which makes it feel very Star Wars. Fr. Andrew, Angela, Andrew H., Mike, and Thomas also discuss religious undertones in the Mandalorian culture, talked about the man behind the armor, how his past may play into his journey, and how “the child” may change him too.
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Secrets of Star Wars is back with a new panel of fans excited to talk about all things Star Wars, including the new The Mandalorian series. In this first episode, Dom Bettinelli introduces and hands off the reins to Fr. Andrew Kinstetter, Mike Creavey, Andrew Hermiz, Angela Sealana, and Thomas Sanjurjo.
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From a casual fan of the movies to a hardcore geek who absorbs all related media, our panel of Dom Bettinelli, Shelly Kelly, and Steve Nelson look at the deeper layers of Solo: A Star Wars Story, ponder what made so many stay away, and conclude that it’s a very good movie that more people should see.
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Our panel discusses the deeper meanings and hidden layers of Star Wars The Last Jedi, including Luke’s true motivations in the story and why the filmmakers did it this way, whether Rey has any flaws, plus their favorite and least favorite bits.
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Caution: This episode contains spoilers!
Fr. Roderick Vonhögen and Domenico Bettinelli analyze Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.
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Father Roderick analyses the narrative structure of the second and final theatrical trailer for the upcoming movie ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ and highlights its mythological and biblical themes.
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Dom Bettinelli and Fr. Roderick discuss all the news from Star Wars Celebration 2016. From Rogue One to the young Han Solo, from Star Wars Rebels to Episode VIII: what were the biggest revelations of the Celebration in London?
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Dom and Fr. Roderick finally found the time to analyze Star Wars: The Force Awakens! Caution: this discussion contains spoilers.
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Dom and Fr. Roderick analyse the new Star Wars trailer and discuss the news from the Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim.
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“Loose Lips Bring Down Starships” is the warning that J.J. Abrams plastered on posters around the sets of Star Wars VII.
In this new episode of Secrets of Star Wars, Dom Bettinelli and Fr. Roderick explain why they choose to go spoiler-free until the premiere of Star Wars VII.
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Dom and Fr. Roderick analyze the teaser trailer of Star Wars VII: The Force Awakens and look for clues that reveal important plot elements of the movie.
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Dom and Fr. Roderick discuss new theories about the plot of episode VII based on the recent concept art leaks.
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Dom and Fr. Roderick discuss the leaked concept art for Episode 7 and try to piece together what the plot could be like.
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Dom and Fr. Roderick discuss the outdoor set at the former RAF Air Base in Greenham Common, Berkshire in the United Kingdom which was revealed after a drone pilot posted pictures. Also: what to make of chrome Stormtroopers? And will Daniel Craig and Samuel Jackson appear in Episode VII?
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Dom and Fr. Roderick discuss filming in Puzzlewood and on the barren Skellig Michael island, as well as the recent plot rumors and interviews with members of the Star Wars cast and crew.
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