Luke Skywalker congratulates Star Wars super fan on BB-8 bionic arm BelfastTelegraph.co.uk Luke Skywalker has sent his congratulations to an 11-year-old Star Wars super fan after he was the first in the world to receive a BB-8 inspired bionic arm cover. https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/uk/luke-skywalker-congratulates-star-wars-super-fan-on-bb8-bionic-arm-37948932.html https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/incoming/article37948929.ece/246c2/AUTOCROP/h342/bpanews_a4878bd9-2a66-46de-93f6-456e424d36e7_1 Email Luke Skywalker has sent his congratulations to an 11-year-old Star Wars super fan after he was the first in the world to receive a BB-8 inspired bionic arm cover. Actor Mark Hamill tweeted the special message to Cameron Miller, from Edinburgh, who was born without a right arm. Open Bionics, which manufactures the Hero Arm, shared a video of Cameron unboxing the new covers and giving a thumbs up the camera, adding they were “really, really cool”. The young … [Read more...] about Luke Skywalker congratulates Star Wars super fan on BB-8 bionic arm
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Taika Waititi teased for role in upcoming Star Wars instalment The Mandalorian
Taika Waititi will have a part in the next Star Wars instalment, if a teasing social media post is to be believed. The beloved New Zealand filmmaker and actor appeared in an Instagram post from his friend Jon Favreau, who is directing the latest iteration of the sci-fi series: a TV show titled The Mandalorian. Waititi has already been given the directing hat for at least one of the series' episodes - but now it looks like he'll have a role in front of the camera too. Jason Momoa teases project with Taika Waititi in boozy Instagram post Taika Waititi can't wait to 'piss off a lot of racists' with Jojo Rabbit film Taika Waititi almost steals the show in Thor: Ragnarok In Favreau's post, which has no caption, Waititi is seen speaking into a microphone in a voiceover booth, opposite a screen with rogue droid assassin IG-88 pictured on it. In Star Wars mythology, IG-88 is hired as a bounty hunter by Darth Vader to trace the flight paths of the Millennium Falcon and capture … [Read more...] about Taika Waititi teased for role in upcoming Star Wars instalment The Mandalorian
Disney has finally revealed the opening date for its new Star Wars themed land
Disney has been keeping Star Wars fans on their toes ever since it first announced that it was launching themed land Star Wars Galaxy's Edge in its California park. Although it previously revealed the land would open in 2019, there hasn't yet been an official opening date. Until now. Jedis, get your lightsabers ready - Star Wars Galaxy's Edge is opening on the 31st May 2019 at the Disneyland park in Anaheim, California. So if you've been holding off booking a holiday, you may want to start planning your visit as it's bound to be popular! Luckily, there are plenty of ways to find Disneyland California deals so you don't need to blow all of your savings on a trip to Planet Batuu. We've also put together a guide on everything we know so far about Disney's new Star Wars offering including the theme, the rides, the costumes and even the food. Looking to immerse guests into the world of Star Wars, it's sure to be a hit with fans. It will also be the only place in the Disney parks where … [Read more...] about Disney has finally revealed the opening date for its new Star Wars themed land
Inside Disneyland’s new Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge land including the rides
Disneyland in Anaheim, California is putting the final touches on its brand new Star Wars-themed land set to open later this year - but now you can already get a sneak peek! That's because the theme park has released a host of details and images about the highly anticipated attraction, which will be set on Planet Batuu. Here you'll find the Black Spire Outpost, where guests can mingle with aliens, droids, smugglers, traders and adventurers. Oh, and of course you'll see familiar faces including Rey, Finn, and Poe to BB-8 and Chewbacca. Or for the very brave, you could even face off with Kylo Ren himself. There will be two main rides paying tribute to the Millenium Falcon and the Resistance, as well as plenty more fun attractions, themed food and surprises to discover. We take a look at everything we know so far from the rides to the food and even the character costumes... The rides There will be plenty of fun attractions, missions and games for visitors, but the land will boast two … [Read more...] about Inside Disneyland’s new Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge land including the rides
Disney reveals latest teaser of the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge attraction opening this summer with details on new rides, restaurants and experiences
DISNEY have released their latest teaser on what guests can expect at the new Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge attraction. Set on the planet of Batuu, the 14-acre themed-land will feature characters including Rey, Finn, Kylo Ren and fan-favorite Chewbacca. Galaxy's Edge is set to open this summer at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, then in the autumn at Disney's Hollywood Studios in Orlando, Florida. Walt Disney Parks and Resorts chairman Bob Chapek said guests inside Galaxy's Edge will be fully immersed, whether it's Stormtroopers barking orders or the up-tempo, swinging music of a grimy cantina serving Star Wars-themed alcohol. He said: "You will not think you're in a theme park. "Every cast member will be in character, the food and beverage and language will be in story. The merchandise inside the shops won't be in boxes that say Disney on them. "Everything is very, very immersive." Olga's Cantina, for example, is offering iconic classics such as blue bantha milk as well as the … [Read more...] about Disney reveals latest teaser of the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge attraction opening this summer with details on new rides, restaurants and experiences