There is no shortage of talented Ahsoka Tano cosplayers out there but there are probably few as dedicated as JediManda, the Kentucky-based seamstress and cosplayer who has spent the past few months researching, designing, and developing a costume based on Rosario Dawson’s portrayal of the character in The Mandalorian. From researching fabrics to meticulously weaving armbands by hand to ... [Continue Reading]
Back in February, I wrote about the allegations against Rosario Dawson and her family, the evolution and complex nature of that ongoing case, the pervasive issue of transphobia within online fandom circles, and how we can all become better allies. I offered my thoughts on why transgender fans felt hurt and disenfranchised by this casting decision and started contacting people to see if they would ... [Continue Reading]
I’ve been wrestling with how to approach the subject of Rosario Dawson for months now, even going so far as abandoning this site for a while in order to avoid dealing with the mixed reactions to her role on The Mandalorian. Heck, I’m still working through my own mixed feelings towards her and her interpretation of Ahsoka. She did a commendable job of bringing one of my favourite Star ... [Continue Reading]
The Mandalorian actress Rosario Dawson joined in the Ahsoka Tano Day celebrations this year by sharing a number of behind-the-scenes videos showing her radical transformation into Ahsoka (and back again) on her Instagram account. Ahsoka Tano Day is an annual online celebration of all things Tano started by Twitter user @AhsokaTanosLife back in 2015. And if you’re wondering why it’s ... [Continue Reading]
Everyone loves a good lightsaber duel and Ahsoka Tano has certainly had her fair share of epic battles since her debut back in 2008. Whether she’s taking on Imperial Inquisitors, fending off Mandalorians, or dueling against fellow Jedi, Ahsoka has proven that she’s more than capable of holding her own against almost any opponent. The folks over at WatchMojo have put together a top ten ... [Continue Reading]
Ahsoka Tano’s live-action debut in Chapter 13 of The Mandalorian captured the imagination of countless Star Wars fans and inspired many of them to create fan art, cosplays, and other incredible tributes to their beloved heroine. Among these is Boylei Hobby Time’s diorama based on Ahsoka’s epic showdown against the Magistrate of Calodan, Morgan Elsbeth. Using 3D-printed models, ... [Continue Reading]
2020 was a harrowing year for many of us, a year which saw a new pandemic, multiple natural disasters, and political upheaval across the globe. But there were a few bright spots, including the final season of The Clone Wars, the highly-anticipated second season of The Mandalorian, the live-action debut of Ahsoka Tano, and Dave Filoni’s Christmas message to his fans and followers. The Filoni ... [Continue Reading]
Want to learn more about the cutting-edge filmmaking techniques and technology used to bring the hit Disney+ series The Mandalorian to life? Then you’re in luck! The eight-part documentary series Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian will take viewers behind the scenes of the making of the first ever live-action Star Wars series and you won’t need to wait long; the first episode will be ... [Continue Reading]
