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It’s been a little over a year since The Acolyte premiered on Disney+. And just as swiftly, they canceled it. To say that everything surrounding the Star Wars High Republic show was controversial from the get-go is understating it. Showrunner Leslye Headland faced criticism from a subset and very vocal online Star Wars fandom from the start. Now, a year after Disney+ pulled the plug on the series, Headland is opening up about how the cancellation came as no big surprise, given the toxicity the show dealt with from the jump. She told The Wrap (via IGN) that the writing was on the wall from very early on. But it still bums her out. Here’s some of what she had to say:
I was not surprised by [the cancellation]. I think I was surprised at the swiftness of it and the publicness of it. I was surprised by how it was handled. But once I was getting particular phone calls about the reaction and the criticism and the viewership, I felt like, ‘OK, the writing’s on the wall for sure.’
Headland didn’t mince words, saying that the barrage of criticism from Star Wars content creators online is something Disney very much pays attention to. They see these channels as a form of focus group. So if they turn on something, they quickly react to whatever it is they feel “the fans” want. And you can see that unfold big time with every Star Wars project since The Rise of Skywalker. Headland added the following:
I am a Star Wars fan, which means I have always been, since the launch of YouTube, part of the Star Wars recap/criticism/lionization fandom community. These guys I’ve known for years and years. So when I got the information from others about what the weather report was, there was this real concern from friends of mine or co-workers of mine that saddened me. I also was like, ‘I know who these guys are.’ You don’t have to tell me who’s talking about it or how bad it is online, I know exactly who they are. I supported them on Patreon.
Sadly, this means the Star Wars franchise will take fewer and fewer risks going forward. And eventually, the franchise will stagnate. Can Starfighter save it? Possibly, but Stranger Things and Deadpool & Wolverine director Shawn Levy is in charge, and it stars Ryan Gosling. It faces fewer challenges than The Acolyte did. Meanwhile, Headland confirmed recently that our theory of Qimir’s connection to the Knights or Ren was correct, and would have unfolded over the course of the series. Too bad it’s all just left now to our collective imaginations.
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It’s been a little over a year since The Acolyte premiered on Disney+. And just as swiftly, they canceled it. To say that everything surrounding the Star Wars High Republic show was controversial from the get-go is understating it. Showrunner Leslye Headland faced criticism from a subset and very vocal online Star Wars fandom from the start. Now, a year after Disney+ pulled the plug on the series, Headland is opening up about how the cancellation came as no big surprise, given the toxicity the show dealt with from the jump. She told The Wrap (via IGN) that the writing was on the wall from very early on. But it still bums her out. Here’s some of what she had to say:
I was not surprised by [the cancellation]. I think I was surprised at the swiftness of it and the publicness of it. I was surprised by how it was handled. But once I was getting particular phone calls about the reaction and the criticism and the viewership, I felt like, ‘OK, the writing’s on the wall for sure.’
Headland didn’t mince words, saying that the barrage of criticism from Star Wars content creators online is something Disney very much pays attention to. They see these channels as a form of focus group. So if they turn on something, they quickly react to whatever it is they feel “the fans” want. And you can see that unfold big time with every Star Wars project since The Rise of Skywalker. Headland added the following:
I am a Star Wars fan, which means I have always been, since the launch of YouTube, part of the Star Wars recap/criticism/lionization fandom community. These guys I’ve known for years and years. So when I got the information from others about what the weather report was, there was this real concern from friends of mine or co-workers of mine that saddened me. I also was like, ‘I know who these guys are.’ You don’t have to tell me who’s talking about it or how bad it is online, I know exactly who they are. I supported them on Patreon.
Sadly, this means the Star Wars franchise will take fewer and fewer risks going forward. And eventually, the franchise will stagnate. Can Starfighter save it? Possibly, but Stranger Things and Deadpool & Wolverine director Shawn Levy is in charge, and it stars Ryan Gosling. It faces fewer challenges than The Acolyte did. Meanwhile, Headland confirmed recently that our theory of Qimir’s connection to the Knights or Ren was correct, and would have unfolded over the course of the series. Too bad it’s all just left now to our collective imaginations.
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This has been a great year for the red cape and the S. Superman is the highest grossing superhero film of the year, was beloved by critics and fans alike, and already has an anticipated sequel in the works. This love for the Last Son of Krypton may have helped bolster a recent auction for a piece of history. As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, a copy of 1939’s Superman #1 in incredibly good condition fetched a staggering $9.1 million. That’s not even the character’s first appearance! Superman famously first appeared in Action Comics #1 from 1938, a copy of which sold only last year for $6 million. 
Why would a single copy of a particular old comic fetch such a hefty sum, over $3 million more than last year’s record-setting purchase? Well one reason might be the incredible shape the comic is in. It’s nearly 90 years old but the Certified Guaranty Company, the leading third-party grading service for comic books, graded it a 9.0 out of 10. It also might have something to do with where the book came from. Three brothers found it in their mother’s attic in a box of old newspaper clippings.
According to THR, “their mother bought the comic, along with several others, when she was nine and living in Depression-era San Francisco. Over the years, the mother occasionally insisted to her sons that she had ‘rare comics somewhere.’ But she could never remember where, and the boys assumed it was just a family legend. The mother died just before the pandemic, and the house sat untouched until the brothers were ready to go through it earlier this year.”
Stories like that add to the legend of a particular piece of history. I wonder if the same book would have garnered that high a price had it just been in a private collection for 50 years. So make sure you really sort through your relatives’ boxes, people. You never know what treasures you might find.
Kyle Anderson is the Senior Editor for Nerdist. He hosts the weekly pop culture deep-dive podcast Laser Focus. You can find his film and TV reviews here. Follow him on Letterboxd.
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Fans of giant anthropomorphic reptiles, martial arts, and round Italian food will soon rejoice (hopefully). The Hollywood Reporter has reported (in Hollywood) that Paramount is in the process of finding a new producer to head up live-action Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles projects. The producer, Neal H. Moritz, is the man behind Universal’s Fast and Furious franchise and more recently Paramount’s own Sonic the Hedgehog is in talks to jump into the sewers for the TMNT franchise. 
The most recent live-action (well, mixed with CGI) Turtles movie was 2016’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows, which underperformed at the box office. Since then, the franchise has seen a renaissance of sorts as an animated film and series, Mutant Mayhem, spearheaded by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg. Moritz’s ties to the Sonic series has me thinking a new live-action version will likely be lighter in tone than the comparatively darker Michael Bay-produced 2010s movies.
This news does come with a bit of disappointment as well. The decision from the Skydance-owned studio to do a full reboot effectively puts the kibosh on the gestating adaptation of grown-up Turtles comic The Last Ronin. That very dark story follows the last remaining member of the turtles brotherhood in a post-apocalypse as he seeks Shredder’s grandson to seek vengeance for the death of the other three turtles. It’s a super rad book, but also definitely not for kids. The movie would have been R-rated.
Nickelodeon has owned the rights to the property since 2009, and Paramount owns Nickelodeon. So all parties clearly see the value of a young audience. While the franchise has always ping-ponged between gritty and family friendly. The original ’80s comic was a violent satire of Marvel Comics but turned to a toy behemoth when Playmates obtained the rights and made the most popular cartoon of the era. Paramount clearly wants a four-quadrant hit rather than a violent adult action movie.
The sequel to Mutant Mayhem, directed by Jeff Rowe, is still set for a Sept. 17, 2027 release.
Kyle Anderson is the Senior Editor for Nerdist. He hosts the weekly pop culture deep-dive podcast Laser Focus. You can find his film and TV reviews here. Follow him on Letterboxd.
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The quarter zip has emerged as a critical fashion element in the transition from YN to YG era because it connects a casual and refined style with a conservative look that often projects maturity. The young gentlemen who are shirking YN culture for the quarter-zip trend are growing up and projecting themselves in a new light. They’re commanding respect and they mean business. As young Black mean change their mindset with this new trend, it’s only right to invest in Black-owned businesses that cater specifically to this quarter-zip look — and keep Black dollars circulating between Black hands. Here are six Black-owned brands that sell elevated quarter-zip styles with top craftsmanship.
Black Owned Everything
The Billie Quarter Zip Jacket, part of Black Owned Everything’s curated collection, features a windbreaker design with quarter-zip functionality and embroidered details on both front and back of the garment. The jacket is sold online through Black Owned Everything and blends streetwear elements with an elevated quarter zip look that suits the transition from YN to YG style. Young gentlemen can pair the jacket with a tee or light turtleneck and wear it with tailored joggers or dark denim.
(@blackownedeverything)The Black Of It All
The Black of It All’s Quarter Zip Pullover displays the prominent statement, “Minding My Black-Owned Business” both on its front and back. This pullover, which is currently available online, merges urban style with a grown-up mission. YGs could pair it with just about anything in their closets and minimal accessories.
D’IYANU
The Hamadi Men’s African Print Quarter Zip Sweater from D’IYANU, a Black-owned brand that combines African prints with contemporary menswear, comes in the “black cream tribal” pattern. This unique streetwear piece for grown men showcases a cultural print and a quarter-zip design and is currently available for purchase at D’IYANU’s online store. Create an elevated fashion look by matching this piece with solid trousers or dark denim.
Eastside Golf
The Signature Quarter Zip from Eastside Golf features a lightweight performance fabric in a quarter-zip design. The product can be purchased through online channels and at specific retail locations. The YG wardrobe upgrade needs this piece because it connects athletic apparel with streetwear fashion. The garment works well for golfing and casual wear when matched with chinos and tennis shoes.
Spencer Badu
The minimalist sportswear collection by Spencer Badu features quarter-zip pullovers and half-zips. You can purchase these items at Spencer Badu’s web store starting today. These pieces create a sophisticated grown-man appearance which balances street style with refined essentials. Combine these pieces with tailored joggers or dark slim-fit trousers and low-key sneakers.
Actively BLACK
The brand Actively BLACK, which supports and reinvests in the Black community, sells elevated basics including quarter zips which will be released soon. The company’s website and Instagram shop occasionally release new arrivals throughout the year. Supporting the basics category in Black-owned fashion is crucial, and these basics can be layered or worn solo. They match perfectly with tapered joggers or fresh sneakers.
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