Kanata's Castle #35: Redeeming Ren?

07/10/18 • 90 min

Ever ask yourself, "is Kylo Ren worthy of redemption?" Ahem, better yet, RENdemption? Well, in this episode of Kanata's Castle, Becca, and Devon get back into the heavy as they discuss whether or not young Solo is redeemable. So, come on! Grab a frothy mug of Luke's favorite green-milk and hit that play button.

Redemption is a continuous theme in Star Wars. But, is that trope getting old? Is it time for something new? After all, the Star Wars stories have evolved with the sequel trilogy, so maybe Kylo Ren is right? It's time to let old things die. Kill the past. To redeem or not to redeem, that is the question.

Current News:

Keri Russell joins the cast of Episode IX
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David Prowse celebrates his 83rd birthday!

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Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrung
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Intro by the talented Vanessa Marshall - the voice of Herra in Star Wars Rebels.
Give a hospitalized child a Starlight Brave Gown — and a huge smile — TODAY
Outro music = Rocket Man by Elton John

Sources:

Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Star Wars: The Last Jedi
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words:

Current News:

Keri Russell joins the cast of Episode IX
SDCC reveals a special edition book cover for Star Wars THRAWN: Alliances
David Prowse celebrates his 83rd birthday!

Mentions:

Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrung
Join the RetroZap Discord Server and interact with all the RetroZap content creators https://discord.gg/hrfQ3s
Intro by the talented Vanessa Marshall - the voice of Herra in Star Wars Rebels.
Give a hospitalized child a Starlight Brave Gown — and a huge smile — TODAY
Outro music = Rocket Man by Elton John

Sources:

Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Star Wars: The Last Jedi
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words:

Previous Episode

Fathers, the Force, and Unca Wando?

Ever wonder what Fathers, the Force, and Unca Wando all have in common? Well, find out in this next episode of Kanata's Castle. Becca and Devon are back for a Forceful chat on all things Star Wars. Including a bit of cape envy and some First Order enlisted pants too. Ok, maybe that's a bit extra, but the girls are back in full Force, and they're ready to dig deep into some Star Wars Lore!

Ok, kids, it's no secret that Star Wars is full of Daddy issues and it seems to be a continuous pattern or theme throughout the saga. It's time to have some Real Talk on this topic and see what the underlying issue is all about. Speaking of Real Talk, what's up with these so-called Whills of the Force? That's right, the "Whills," you read that correctly. Better hang on to your butts, these ladies are about to unleash the heavy.

Current News:

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Jon Favreau's "Live Action SW show" may begin filming fall/winter 2018.
James Cameron and George Lucas talk about George's ideas for the sequel trilogy had he finished them.

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Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrung
Join the RetroZap Discord Server and interact with all the RetroZap content creators https://discord.gg/hrfQ3s
Intro by the talented Vanessa Marshall - the voice of Herra in Star Wars Rebels.
Written by Kevin Mazur How Springsteen Inspired "Solo a Star Wars Story" plot point - http://ultimateclassicrock.com/bruce-springsteen-solo-a-star-wars-story/
Give a hospitalized child a Starlight Brave Gown — and a huge smile — TODAY
Outro music = My Fathers House - Bruce Springsteen Cover: "Bare Knuckled" by Simon Meli - https://youtu.be/F3LlAalH9wc

Sources:

James Cameron AMC TV and James Cameron's Story of Science Fiction
George Lucas and Star Wars
Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Star Wars: The Last Jedi
Most Wanted by Rae Carson
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
Solo: A Star Wars Story

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Next Episode

Kanata's Castle #36: Rey's Reflections

Kanata's Castle is back with Rey's Reflections. In this episode, Becca and Devon take a closer look at Rey and how her character mirrors and parallels those that have come before her. When all is said and done, what is Rey's role in the story? Well, be sure to sidle up to the bar and get comfy. That said, hang on to your drinks and enjoy the acquired taste that is, Kanata's Castle.

A mirror reflects light. It reflects an image. A mirror produces an accurate representation of something else. A replica. Rey’s Reflections, in other words, Rey is a reminder of those that have come before: Han, Luke, Leia, and possibly, deeper down the line. She's a Reality Check for the Big 3, without her none of them would be able to connect again (not literally, but figuratively speaking) and come full-circle in their story.

Current News:

Solo: A Star Wars Story comes home on digital September 14th and BluRay September 25th!
SDCC going on Right Now! The Clone Wars Panel!
Padme' in Star Wars: Thrawn: Alliances is doing Aggressive Negotiations.

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