Legendary Forces continues it’s look into the phenomenon that was Star Wars: A New Hope (1977). In this episode they discuss the novelization of the film as well as the original Marvel Comics adaptation. They talk about Jabba’s unconventional looks. They discuss why digital dialog doesn’t work. Along the way they’ll also give their opinions on racism and sexism in Star Wars spinoffs, why Leia comes off as a stronger character in the novelization, and unfortunate nicknames. They cap it off by giving their opinions on which medium gives the best version of the story.
Show Notes:
Star Wars original trilogy novelizations
Star Wars #1-6
Next episode of Legendary Forces: We talk about the Star Wars Comics strips printed in Marvel’s Pizzazz magazine #1-16 as well as Star Wars (1977-1986) #7-23.
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