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May 25, 2026 3:03 p.m.
Film review: ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ chokes on its aspirations with lack of novelty
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The Mandalorian rests his hand as Grogu perches on his shoulder. “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” concluded Disney’s beloved “Mandalorian” franchise and was released Friday. (Courtesy of Disney)

Warning: Spoilers ahead.
Sputtering into theaters by jetpack Friday, “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” concluded Disney’s beloved “Mandalorian” franchise with an engine failure of a narrative.

By Davis Hoffman

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Arts

May 23, 2026 11:24 p.m.
Winner takes all: The best, this ‘Star Wars’ movie is. After nearly 50 years, which film is on top?

This post was updated May 25 at 8:18 p.m.
“Star Wars” is known for its galaxywide fame and success.
Since its debut in 1977, the “Star Wars” franchise has expanded far beyond a single trilogy, growing into one of the most influential sci-fi sagas in cinematic history.

By Kiara Mack, Reid Sperisen, Parsa Arshi, Gwendolyn Lopez, and Caitlin Brockenbrow

Arts

May 21, 2026 11:39 p.m.

This costume designer dressed ‘Dune.’ She’s teaching UCLA students her craft.

Jacqueline West drapes a new vision for world-building in a classroom where students stitch sandstorms from silk.
The Academy Award nominee is the latest David C.

By Presley Liu

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