Clone Wars - "Attack of Mortis"

Tonight's episode at 8:30 PM (E/P) on Cartoon Network

The press release follows, including comments from voice actor Sam Witwer.

The Dark Side Takes Hold in the Second Chapter of an Epic Three-Part Clone Wars Arc – Beginning this Friday on Cartoon Network!

Before the Jedi can leave Mortis, Ahsoka Tano is taken captive in an attempt to entice Anakin Skywalker to join the dark side. Meanwhile, the mysterious Father tries to prevent a disastrous showdown between his children which would upset the increasingly precarious balance of the Force. Two potential destinies become clear in “Altar of Mortis,” the second chapter of a three-part Clone Wars storyline – airing at 8:30 p.m. ET/PT Friday, February 4 on Cartoon Network.

No stranger to the Star Wars universe, Sam Witwer has previously given his likeness and his voice to Darth Vader’s secret apprentice in LucasArts’ Star Wars: The Force Unleashed videogame series. Witwer returns to “a galaxy far, far away” to portray the Force-powered Son in The Clone Wars – and while his Starkiller embarked upon a journey of redemption, Witwer is finally able to give himself fully to the dark side.

“The character of the Son has very similar motivations [to the Emperor],” says Witwer, “You have the Son, who's the dark side of the Force, you have the Daughter, who's the good side of the Force, and then you have the unifying Father, who's the balance between the two. The Son believes that the balance is skewed and that he should have more influence – and if he could have more influence, the galaxy could be a better place. For that reason it is chiefly important for him to get his hands on Anakin and influence him as fast as he can. My character, the Son, absolutely targets Anakin.”

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The Son embodies the Force’s dark side in “Altar of Mortis,”
an all-new episode of Star Wars: The Clone Wars
premiering at 8:30 p.m. ET/PT Friday, February 4, 2011
on Cartoon Network. TM & © 2011 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved.

Currently starring as vampire Aidan in Syfy's Being Human, Witwer enthusiastically embraces his place as a burgeoning icon of genre entertainment. But despite being so entrenched in the darker, adult aspects of supernatural mythologies, his heart remains far, far away.

“Clone Wars is continuing to push the limits of what’s possible in Star Wars,” he says. “It is the best kids show ever made. Ever. I take it very seriously. What I love about this Mortis story is that it is all of the Star Wars movies wrapped up into three Clone Wars episodes, and completely mythological. It's going to be something that's really exciting.”

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Lucasfilm and Cartoon Network have released the following clip from "Witches of the Mist," the newest upcoming episode of Star Wars: The Clone Wars premiering on Friday, January 21, 2011, at 8:30 PM (Eastern/Pacific). Click the image to play:

 

The full press announcement follows, with a new still from the episode and comments by voice actors Corey Burton (Count Dooku), Nika Futterman (Asajj Ventress), and Clancy Brown (Savage Opress). 

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Savage Opress proves to be a valuable asset and fearsome opponent
in “Witches of the Mist,” an all-new episode of STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS
remiering at 8:30 p.m. ET/PT Friday, January 21 on Cartoon Network.
TM & © 2011 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved.

The Must-See Conclusion to an Epic Three-Part Clone Wars Arc – This Friday on Cartoon Network!(click to enlarge)Savage Opress proves to be a valuable asset and fearsome opponentin “Witches of the Mist,” an all-new episode of STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARSremiering at 8:30 p.m. ET/PT Friday, January 21 on Cartoon Network.TM & © 2011 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. 

Sent to track down the mysterious figure behind the deaths of several Jedi, Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi find themselves on the trail of Count Dooku’s newest apprentice – the monstrous Savage Opress. However, Dooku and Asajj Ventress discover that their creation has a will of his own, and that he has grown more powerful than either of them had anticipated – perhaps even more powerful than the combined forces of the Jedi and the Sith. The end begins in “Witches of the Mist,” the final chapter of a thrilling, three-part Clone Wars arc – airing at 8:30 p.m. ET/PT Friday, January 21 on Cartoon Network. 

Driven by the Machiavellian machinations of Count Dooku, the series’ various villains come face to face at last in a climactic clash of red sabers. Dooku, Opress and Ventress – all are manifestations of evil, yet each is so distinct. It’s not until these three titans are brought together in the heat of conflict, however, that their nuances and differences become truly clear. 

“With Dooku, the series' direction is pushing his character more towards that of a masterful diplomat, concealing a sinister agenda beneath a veil of polite sophistication,” says Corey Burton, voice of Dooku – and countless other Clone Wars characters, both good and evil. “He's a subversive political overlord – a major marketing force and seducer for the dark side ‘brand.’ It's all about his personal enrichment, power and position within the hierarchy; there's nothing intentionally cruel or vengeful in his manner, or behind his dastardly actions – as a Sith Lord, it's just how things are done to most efficiently preside over the fate of the galaxy. Mustache-twirling displays are beneath his sense of dignity.” 

While Dooku is as consumed by his quest for power as he is by his own sense of sophistication, Ventress is wholly unconcerned by the niceties of evil. Driven by a desire for revenge, her motivation is raw and real – a product and a reflection of her own difficult past. 

“She’s been wronged by so many, and I believe her experiences will lead her in an even more powerful direction,” says Nika Futterman, voice of Ventress. “We are finally beginning to understand what makes Asajj tick; I think this is her quest for revenge and not power like the Sith. That’s what separates her. She does things that may seem like her quest for power, but, I think she aligned herself with the dark side as a means to an end. She doesn’t ever forget who has done right by her and, of course, who has done her wrong. All this time, I had hoped that I would be able to delve into what made her so fabulous and complex. It turns out my hopes are coming true!” 

Serving as a foil for the final confrontation between the former master and his jilted apprentice is the massively powerful Opress. Ostensibly a blunt instrument of evil, the monstrous creation is nonetheless imbued with a perverse humanity of his own – brought to the surface by sharp writing and a soulful performance by screen legend Clancy Brown (Highlander, The Shawshank Redemption). 

“I'd been a fan of The Clone Wars since the first season; and then caught up with the second season with my son,” says Brown. “He was excited because it was Star Wars and I was excited about the role not just because it was in the Star Wars universe but because the writing is so sophisticated. There was never any question from me about Savage's motives and what was going on because I was familiar with the characters, and you can go another layer deeper.” [Source: ToonZone]

The Dark Side of Ahsoka Tano

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The fate of Ahsoka Tano has always been in question. This video reveals some interesting things that will befall her as the Clone Wars series continues this month on Cartoon Network.

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Clone Wars' Jedi Get a Costume Change

Clone Wars' Jedi apprentice Ahsoka Tano gets a more modest costume this week.

After two seasons trotting around the universe half-naked in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Anakin Skywalker’s female understudy is finally dressing the part of a mostly modest Jedi warrior.

Ahsoka Tano’s costume change, viewable in the exclusive first-look image above, debuts Friday in The Clone Wars‘ new episode, “Heroes on Both Sides,” according to a Lucasfilm representative.

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But who knew it would end up being so ... well ... disgusting? (But tastefully so!)

The cake, baked by Courtney Clark of Cake Nouveau, re-creates that famous scene from The Empire Strikes Back, and both attracts and grosses us out at the same time. But that doesn't meant we don't want a piece!

The Darth Vader Helmet Auction

[Source: GeeksAreSexy.net] The Freeman’s Auction House in Philadelphia is auctioning off 100 helmets this Saturday with an average starting price of $1,500.

Every helmet has been customized by an underground artist who started with a full-size prop replica. The collection was completed in 2007 and has been on touring exhibition including appearances in Europe and Japan.

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Click here for the Freeman's Auction Listing of Items.

So how different can one Vader helmet be? Check out these creative works of art:

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"Take care of yourself, Han. I guess that's what you're best at isn't it?"

"Look at the size of that thing!"

"I thought they smelled bad on the outside!"

"Size matters not. Look at me. Judge me by my size, do you? Hmm? Hmm."

"Myself, the boy, two droids, and no questions asked."

"So, you have a twin sister. Obi-Wan was wise to hide her from me."

"Oh yes, that's very good. I like that ... oh, something's not right because now I can't see."

"Point that thing somewhere else!"

"You came in that? You're braver than I thought."

"I have felt him, my master."

"No, no, NO. THIS one goes THERE, THAT one goes THERE."

"I don't care what you smell, you big, furry oaf - get in there!"

"She may not look like much, but she's got it where it counts, kid!"

"I expect to be well paid. I'm in it for the money."

"What is thy bidding, my master?"

"Wedge! Pull out! You're not doing any good back there!"

"There's an awful lot of moisture in there."

"This one a long time have I watched."

"Right now I feel like I could take on the whole Empire myself."

"Good relations with the Wookiees I have."

"Luke, at that speed do you think you'll be able to pull out in time?"

"You had a plan for getting in, you didn't have a plan for getting out?!"

"If you give it to me, I might forget I found you."

"No it didn't go in, just impacted on the surface!"

"You're all clear, kid! Now let's blow this thing and go home!"

"So. You got your reward and you're just leaving, then?" 

"At last we will reveal ourselves to the Jedi."

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Today is Star Wars Day!

Why celebrate Star Wars Day (May the Fourth be with you, remember?) by just rewatching the Star Wars movies when you can celebrate by starring in one of them? To honor the holiday, Lucasfilm has teamed up with JibJab to allow us to create our own personalized versions of The Empire Strikes Back.

Visit JibJab or starwars.com, upload headshots of you and your friends to play the roles of Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia and Lando Calrissian, click Play, and you'll appear in a two-minute retelling of the best film (right?) in the Star Wars saga. [Source: SciFi.com]

May the farce be with you!

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Hilarious video of Darth Vader recording a GPS voice!

We know it's an ad, but it's very funny and it is Star Wars day: this commercial for the TomTom GPS device featuring an inept Darth Vader, below.

It's part of the company's promotion for the British TomTom device, featuring voices of Star Wars characters.

Can you imagine getting live directions from the Dark Lord of the Sith?

"Star Wars: The Clone Wars" Season 2 Finale

Boba Fett Faces Off Against the Jedi in the Climactic HOUR-LONG Season Finale of STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS – This Friday at 9:00 pm on Cartoon Network!

 
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Bounty hunter Aurra Sing leads Boba Fett

on a quest for revenge in the season finale

of STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS

premiering at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT Friday, April 30 on Cartoon Network.

TM & © 2010 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved

The beleaguered Jedi Knights have struggled against space pirates, zombie bugs, mind-controlling brain worms, giant monsters and more, all while dealing with the ever-present threat of attack by the evil Separatist forces – but despite all they’ve been through, their greatest threat is still before them. For future generations of Skywalker, the name of Boba Fett will live in infamy – but now, he is still but a boy bent on revenge, driven by a desire to make the Jedi pay for the death of his father. Things get personal in the heated ONE-HOUR season finale of STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS, airing at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT Friday, April 30 on Cartoon Network.

But though his motivations are cold and his plan calculated to perfection, Boba isn’t alone in his malicious machinations against the Jedi Order. Having surrounded himself with a rogue’s gallery of the galaxy’s most merciless mercenaries, he is but a pawn in a deadlier game – and his own cohorts have no compunctions with taking advantage of the young man’s naiveté. Led down the dark path by Aurra Sing, Boba will learn a thing of two about deception and deceit from his bounty hunter henchmen.

 

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“Aurra takes Boba under her wing and presents herself as a mother figure,” says Jaime King (Sin City, The Spirit), who voices Sing in the series. “I believe that she would like to groom him to be ruthless bounty hunter. She is intense, and she will do anything to get money – any job, any task – and she has no consciousness, really, about the difference between right and wrong; Aurra just wants money and power, no matter what. She won’t let anything stand in her way. I think she sees herself in young Boba – but while Jango had his son’s best interest in mind, Aurra doesn’t.”

Given his iconic image as a ruthless and inscrutable bounty hunter, it’s hard to imagine Boba Fett being manipulated by anyone. But in The Clone Wars, he is still an impressionable young man – passionate but untested, and in search of a family.

“If Star Wars has taught us anything, it’s that everyone has a back story.” says Supervising Director Dave Filoni – who wrote and directed the thrilling season finale. “In Empire, we see Boba as a bad guy – but maybe he’s just doing a job. He’s definitely got an edge, though, and we are exploring where that comes from. In Episode II, he saw his father murdered by Mace Windu, however he’s still got a long way to go before he becomes the battered bounty hunter we know so well. Aurra’s an influence, and not much of a nurturing parental figure – so that plays a part, as well. She preys on his weakness, on his desire for a family. It’s pretty dysfunctional, and it sheds an interesting light on both Aurra and Boba. Ultimately, though, Boba’s always been a mystery. As much as we reveal, we’re not going to take the mystery away from his fans. Not knowing all the answers about Boba is part of what makes him so cool.”

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