I know, you’re shocked, right? Abel G. Peña looks at the misleading statements of Obi-Wan and Yoda in the Original Trilogy.
Obi-wan’s cloak goes for £54,000
That comes out to more than $100,000 American. The cloak, worn by Sir Alec Guinness in Star Wars, was estimated at £40,000.
Two newish features at Starwars.com
The first is a Podcast Special highlighting the past month of news, and… some other stuff.
The other is Time Capsule, a look back at Obi-Wan Kenobi in 1979. (Which actually launched with Darth Vader in January. Whoops. Thanks, Stooge!)
Just how much is that sacred cloth worth?
Have you been saving your pounds? The time is rapidly approaching for the auction of notable British film costumes on March 6th.
Sir Alec Guinness’ Jedi robe, previously humiliated by being offered up as a monk’s robe rental, is expected to fetch £60,000.
That’s a lot of action figures!
Video Monday
This week, the video sheep of the internet are all drooling over Chad Vader – Day Shift Manager. Thankfully, this one is actually funny. Hooray!
The follow-up to last week’s A Beginners Guide To Faking Your Death On The Internet, Luke Lewis’ A Beginner’s Guide To The British. The part about Oasis vs. Blur literally had me on the floor.
And lo, I am dead: A 1999 clip from The Daily Show that asks is Jar-Jar Gay?
And finally, for those with strong constitution, Donnie and Marie do Star Wars: Part I, Part II. Horror beyond imagination!
– Obi-Wan is Going Commando.
– Star Wars on a Banjo.
– Rise of the Troopers trailer.
– You Might Be a Cylon!
– Rockabilly Rancor
– Classic Clip: Lapti Nek Music Video
ROTS 12″ Kenobi previewed!
The Man. The myth. The unfortunately not all that attractive 12″ General Kenobi action figure.
His costume looks great though. Wish we could preview his boots!
He can be pre-ordered at SideShow.
Thanks to Amberlee for the find!
Put a Skywalker in your manger
Hasbro is releasing two “Separation of the Twins” figures this fall: Baby Luke with Obi-Wan, and baby Leia with Bail. Decorative possibilities: endless.
Obi-Wan’s cloak found in costume shop
Obi Wan’s cloak found in ‘fancy dress shop’, which is apprently British for costume shop. It was rented out as a monk’s robe and worn by an extra in The Mummy.
No word on how they know it’s authentic…
Episode 3 in the Databank
The official site has updated their databank for ROTS with new information on Anakin, Padme, Obi-Wan, Bail, Palpatine and one completely new character. The entries themselves are fairly vague, but there are several new photos.