May 25, 1977, 1983, 2018: The Real Star Wars Day

Help us, Obi-Wan, you're our only hope! This week, Emily and V look at three separate events that, as we say in Star Wars fandom, "rhyme": the releases of Star Wars (1977), Star Wars: Return of the Jedi (1983), and Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018). While audience reactions to the three movies aren't identical, the Force grip that Star Wars has on all of us has remained steadfast since the beginning. Star Wars is more than a fandom. It's an energy... it surrounds us and penetrates us... it binds the Galaxy together. Also, listeners, weigh in: are you like Emily, an ewok fan, or are you like V, terrified of ewoks? Let us know in the comments wherever you're listening or send us a message on Tumblr!

Sources

The Fan Girl Film Club Jimmy Fallon, The Roots, & the Cast of The Force Awakens Fantha Tracks Episode Nothing 10PM News, June 4, 1977

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