May the Fourth Be with You: Celebrating Star Wars Day

May 4th has become unofficially known as Star Wars Day, a day for fans of the iconic space opera franchise to gather, celebrate, and share their love for the films. The origins of the holiday can be traced back to 1979 when a London newspaper congratulated Margaret Thatcher on her first day in office with the headline “May the Fourth Be With You, Maggie. Congratulations!” The popularity of Star Wars Day surged in recent years thanks to social media.

Daisy Ridley Breaks Free from the ‘Star Wars Curse’ in ‘Sometimes I Think About Dying’

Daisy Ridley has long been typecast as Rey in the ‘Star Wars’ sequels, but her performance in ‘Sometimes I Think About Dying’ proves she has the range and talent to move beyond that iconic role. In this indie drama, Ridley plays Fran, a lonely introvert who struggles with social anxiety. It’s a transformative role that showcases Ridley’s ability to convey vulnerability and depth without uttering a word. The film balances humor and pathos as Fran navigates her inner struggles and builds an unlikely connection with a new colleague. While Ridley’s return to ‘Star Wars’ has raised concerns about her career trajectory, ‘Sometimes I Think About Dying’ suggests she has the potential to break free from the ‘Star Wars’ curse and establish herself as a versatile and acclaimed actress.

FinanceBuzz Offers $1,000 to Watch All Nine Star Wars Films for the First Time

FinanceBuzz, a personal-finance website, is offering $1,000 to watch all nine main films in the Star Wars franchise. The catch? You can’t be a Star Wars fan. The job description specifies that the company is looking for someone with “fresh Padawan eyes” who has never seen a Star Wars film, TV series, or played a Star Wars video game. The chosen candidate will be tasked with watching all nine films within a week in late May. In return, FinanceBuzz will pay $1,000, plus $100 for related expenses. The deadline to apply is May the Fourth.

Blue Milk from ‘Star Wars’ Now Available in Stores

Blue milk, a beverage first seen in the original ‘Star Wars’ film, is now available for purchase in stores. Dairy brands Kemps and TruMoo have launched the low-fat, vanilla-flavored milk, which comes in packaging featuring an image of Luke Skywalker battling Darth Vader. While once only available at Disney World’s Star Wars attraction, the galactic goodness can now be found at select local stores. Customers can visit TruMoo’s website to find out which stores have blue milk in stock.

Hasbro Unveils Vintage Figures from ‘Star Wars Jedi: Survivor’ and ‘The Mandalorian’

Hasbro has released new vintage figures from the upcoming ‘Star Wars Jedi: Survivor’ and ‘The Mandalorian’. The figures feature Cal Kestis from ‘Survivor’ in an Imperial Officer disguise, complete with a lightsaber and BD-1 figure. The ‘Mandalorian’ figure depicts The Judge character with a blaster and removable jetpack. Pre-orders open on April 23, 2024, with a retail price of $16.99.

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