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10 things we can (probably) expect from ‘Spaceballs 2’

PJ Grisar in Forward · 12 Jun

Mel Brooks has announced a sequel to his 1987 classic parody, Spaceballs, titled Spaceballs II, expected to release in 2027.

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Special Podcast: In Praise of 'Andor'

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 26 May

Hosts John and Matt Continetti delve into the unique appeal of the Star Wars spinoff series, 'Andor,' highlighting its gripping storytelling and unusual depth in character development.

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Is ‘Andor’ about Jews, Palestinians — or both and/or neither?

PJ Grisar in Forward · 7 May

The article examines the cultural and political inspirations behind the second season of the Star Wars series "Andor," particularly highlighting its parallels with historical and current events concerning Jews and Palestinians.

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In ‘Andor’ season 2, a Wannsee Conference reference, and a new sort of space Jew

PJ Grisar in Forward · 23 Apr

Andor's season two premiere delves into deeper historical allegories by drawing explicit parallels with the infamous Wannsee Conference, where the Nazis discussed the Holocaust's implementation.

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From ‘Star Wars’ to Madonna: 11 times shofars showed up outside shul

PJGrisar in Forward · 12 Sep 2023

The shofar, a hollow horn made from the head of a ram, goat, or antelope, is primarily used in religious rituals.

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Is ‘The Mandalorian’ the most Jewish sci-fi series ever?

PJGrisar in Forward · 24 Apr 2023

In a YouTube panel discussion titled "Mandalorthodox: Jewish History and Modern Practice in The Mandalorian," the Jewish subtext in the popular Star Wars series was explored.

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EUGENE NADELMAN: A Tale of the 1980s in Verse

Michael Weingrad in Jewish Review of Books · 23 Sep 2022

This text is the first chapter of a poem called "Eugene Nadelman: A Tale of the 1980s in Verse."

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Gina Carano should watch ‘The Mandalorian’ before she makes Holocaust analogies

Forward · 11 Feb 2021

Gina Carano, known for her role in Disney+'s The Mandalorian, faced backlash after sharing a social media post that compared political divisiveness in the U.S. to the persecution of Jews during the Holocaust.

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‘Star Wars’ is influenced by the Nazis — and it fails to hold them accountable

Noah Berlatsky in Forward · 10 Dec 2017

Noah Berlatsky critiques how the Star Wars franchise draws on Nazi imagery and symbolism while failing to address the specific ideologies that made Nazism particularly heinous, such as antisemitism and targeted racism.

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Enjoy 'Star Wars' Mania With This Catchy Darth Vader Niggun

Forward · 18 Dec 2015

Zusha, a Jewish world soul band, has created a unique rendition of the famous Star Wars Imperial March, blending it with a traditional niggun style to celebrate the release of the seventh film in the Star Wars franchise, as well as Shabbat.

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The Force Isn’t With Me Anymore

Rebecca Klempner in Tablet · 16 Dec 2015

The author reflects on their deep childhood love for Star Wars, how the franchise shaped their interests, and their disappointment with the newer films like The Phantom Menace and Attack of the Clones, which led them to reevaluate their relationship with movies due to concerns about moral values conflicting with their Orthodox Jewish beliefs.

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Is the New 'Star Wars' Villain a Nazi?

Forward · 26 Aug 2015

The upcoming Star Wars installment, 'The Force Awakens,' presents new villains, Supreme Leader Snoke and Kylo Ren, whose origins reflect a speculative world where surviving Nazis regroup to complete Hitler's agenda.

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