Star Wars

The Thirst Order: “The Rise of Skywalker” Ignites Complicated Feelings for Feminist Fans

A closeup of Adam Driver's face, looking mopey, with Storm Troopers in the background
by Marina Watanabe
January 27, 2020 at 1:09pm
Now that Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker makes Reylo canon, debates about whether or not it constitutes a harmful relationship depiction are back in full force.
Diego Luna smiles casually, there is a blue screen behind him

On Our Radar—Feminist News Roundup: “Star Wars” Actor Diego Luna to Play a Trans Woman

by Bitch HQ
January 31, 2019 at 6:00am
Why, Diego? Why? Read more »

Lupita Nyong'o Explains Why She Was Excited for an All-CGI Star Wars Role

by Sarah Mirk
December 30, 2015 at 11:53am
It was “liberating” to play a role that didn't focus on her body, says Nyong'o.  Read more »

Two Generations Watch "Star Wars" and See Princess Leia—and Rey—Two Different Ways

by Victoria Law
December 24, 2015 at 3:20pm
I grew up watching the original Star Wars and pretending to be Princess Leia. Read more »

For the First Time, My Mom is Excited About Star Wars

by TK Matunda
December 17, 2015 at 5:17pm
She was never into sci-fi—until she heard that Lupita Nyong'o and John Boyega are in the film.  Read more »

Carrie Fisher Turns the Tables During a Hilarious "Star Wars" Interview

by Sarah Mirk
December 4, 2015 at 5:56pm
After being in the limelight for 40 years, Carrie Fisher doesn't waste any time with her quips.  Read more »