Geek Out! The Star Wars: The Force Awakens Trailer Arrives!

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It’s Black Friday. But you can forget the whole shopping like rabid dogs attitude. The Black in “Black Friday” has nothing to do with 90% off tablets or BOGO Free sales on Christmas Sweaters. Uh uh. It really stands for dark… as in Dark Side!

Wooo! Star Wars: Episode 7, now called Star Wars: The Force Awakens has its first official trailer. And while we know next to nothing about the story, it still has to send at least a few shivers down your spine as you see droids, Stormtroopers, new lightsabers and the return of an old friend (i.e. the Falcon!). Not to mention music that defines an entire universe.

Take a look at The Force Awakens trailer:


Hoooo hah! So what’d we see in there?

Well, there’s this guy, who seems to be a Stormtrooper. Clearly he’s on Tattoine and sweating cause it’s so hot. But I thought all Stormtroopers were supposed to be clones. Is he working for the Empire (which apparently isn’t dead?), now with the Rebellion?

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This one looks like a cross between a landspeeder and a scout bike they used on Endor in Return of the Jedi. And the woman riding it looked an awful lot like Padme.

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You can’t have a new Star Wars film without a new lightsaber, right? I gotta admit this battle sword-type lightsaber does look pretty awesome. But I’m not too clear on what those mini sabers coming out the side can do. Wouldn’t they be more dangerous to the guy wielding it than anyone he’se fighting?

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Hard to believe it’s only one year away! With so many incredible Marvel Movies (Avengers 2!!!) and a new Star Wars film, 2015 is going to be a monster one at the movies.

May the Force Be With You!

51 thoughts on “Geek Out! The Star Wars: The Force Awakens Trailer Arrives!”

  1. Traditionally I rewatch everything prior to the new movie. I will love to see this, The Woman in Black 2, and Insidious Chapter 3!!!^_^

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  2. The lightsaber is called a crossguard lightsaber. It is part of the Star Wars lore, not new. It actually prevents what happened to Luke’s hand.

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  3. I didn’t even think that about the new light saber, great observation! Yeah, I really don’t see how they would wield it without nicking themselves. Can’t wait to see this one!

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  4. I honestly was not excited for this movie before the trailer, but seeing it brought back the childlike wonder that I felt from the old movies. 2015 is looking to be a great year for movies!

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  5. Our whole family loves Star Wars! We can’t wait!!! I agree about the new light saber – those shorter parts might be dangerous. Although, it reminded me of a medieval sword.

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  6. I can’t wait! I’ve always loved Star Wars. Only thing I want to point out, is that not all Stormtroopers are clones. They were clones in the Clone Wars (hence the name) but when Jango Fett died, they had no one to clone, so the Empire started taking people from everywhere. (This is referenced in A New Hope when Luke was talking about joining the Academy for the Empire)

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  7. Anyone intersted in the breakdown of the trailer, IGN posted a video on YouTube under Theater Rewind that explains everyscene in the trailer.

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  8. Yesterday I was at the book store and my husband and another guy were talking about this trailer and how it sucked. But I honestly thought it was great.I cannot wait to see the movie!

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  9. It was surreal watching the trailer since we have waited so long for it. Im with you about the stormtrooper he kinda reminded me of the guy from spacebalks. As for the lightsaber im not crazy about it unless it blocks from getting your hand cut off as soneone else points out. Anyway 2015 cant get here soon enough!!

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  10. I had the same thought about the lightsaber! The reason for that piece on a sword is to protect your hand while fighting, but this seems like a recipe for accidentally chopping some part of yourself off during battle. But so excited for this movie!

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  11. I’m really excited for the next installment in the series. I know there’s mixed opinions on the trailer and the work of JJ Abrams, but I have a lot of optimism about this next episode. You know JJ doesn’t want the reaction to be like that of the prequels, so I think he’s going to make sure it’s awesome.

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  12. my inner nerd girl just squealed. I remember seeing Star Wars in the theater when it first came out–I was then HOOKED. It started my love of Star Wars and everything Sci-fi-ish! That new light saber is awesome and I can’t wait to see how it’s used lol TY FOR SHARING!!

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  13. I tell you that this movie looks so thrilling and coming out next year! It will be great to see all the gang and see what they are up too. I bet the special affects are great!

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  14. Star Wars movies are awesome. I have watched all six episodes. My favorite is Episode III: Revenge of the Sith. Extremely excited for this one!

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  15. I have fond memories of Star Wars. The first movie I remember watching in theaters was Return of The Jedi as a kid. I was giddy today like that day. Thanks J.J. Abrams and Disney!

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