12 days of 'Star Wars'
This holiday season, "Star Wars" is the gift that keeps on giving. Leading up to the Dec. 18 release of "The Force Awakens," we’ll give you a new "Star Wars"-related story every day.
Ultimate Star Wars Battle — Winner
12 Days of 'Star Wars': The Jedi Council — aka a few Star Tribune staffers with a little free time – ranked 32 of the most important characters in the Star Wars movies and asked readers to weigh in with their favorites. More than a few favorites fell along the way, but there can be only one winner in the end.
The Force awakens for Minnesota's 'Star Wars' superfans
For millions of "Star Wars" fans, the Force is about to be reawakened with a highly anticipated new movie. For some Minnesotans, who don high-quality costumes from the films, it never slept.
Original 'Star Wars' kids excited to share 'Force Awakens' with their kids
Next week's release of Episode VII is a family affair for many Twin Citians as the franchise spans generations, thanks in part to Disney's takeover.
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'Star Wars' superfans react to 'Force Awakens' — no spoilers!
For some people it's just another big movie. For others, it's the most important cultural event in the history of important cultural events. Ever. Like, ever-ever.
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'Force Awakens' cast performs epic 'Star Wars' medley with Fallon
The cast of "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" showed off their rare musical talents on "The Tonight Show" in a new video released Tuesday that is sure to become a viral sensation.
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Revisit the pixilated past of a 'dark' Star Wars video game
In 1995, LucasArts released "Dark Forces," a "Doom"-style first-person shooter set in the "Star Wars" universe.
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Lileks: Luke, I am your – oh, sorry, hold on, SPOILERS
This is a Major Cultural Event that spans the generations. Even if Episode 7 consists of George Lucas performing the entire story with hand puppets, the movie will do eleventy billion dollars on the first weekend.
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Join the ultimate Star Wars bracket battle this week
12 Days of 'Star Wars': Light vs. dark. Father vs. son. Who is the Chosen One, and who is just a scruffy-looking nerf-herder? Cast your vote.
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Minnesotans reflect on their favorite 'Star Wars' memory
Local notables talk about the franchise’s lasting impressions. Readers: Share your favorite memory in the comments. Jake Rudh, Transmission DJ, host of First…
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Rock out like Max Rebo with this Twin Cities 'Star Wars' party guide
Want to celebrate "The Force Awakens"? Fans will have lots of opportunities to whoop it up.
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20 ways 'Star Wars' conquered pop culture
“Saturday Night Live” (1978): With the help of Paul Shaffer, Bill Murray breaks out of the pack with his character Nick the lounge singer, who…
Join the ultimate Star Wars bracket battle this week
12 Days of 'Star Wars': Light vs. dark. Father vs. son. Who is the Chosen One, and who is just a scruffy-looking nerf-herder? Cast your vote.
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Wookiee approved: The ultimate 'Star Wars' gift guide
This holiday season, "Star Wars" merchandise is as abundant as Stormtroopers who can't shoot straight. Here's a gift guide that focuses on the essentials.
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