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Anthony Murphy
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Writer and pop culture fiend. Editor @RebelBriefing. Staff Writer @futureotforce. Word-slinger. Believer in crazy old wizards. He/him.
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🔥 “I hate you.”

Twenty years on, Revenge of the Sith still delivers one of the most devastating moments in Star Wars history.

In my latest feature for Rebel Briefing, I explore how Anakin was baptised in fire — banished, broken, and reborn as Darth Vader.

🔗 rebelbriefing.com/2025/05/19/b...
Best bits of the new Superman film:

3 - Teddybears – Punkrocker (feat. Iggy Pop)
2 - David Corenswet — to be fair, he did a good job
1 - Krypto. Easily the funniest character.

#Superman2025
#SupermanFilm
#DCFims
#KryptoRules
July 13, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Reposted by Anthony Murphy
What’s your fave Star Wars book — fiction or non-fiction?

Mine’s The Magic of Myth by Mary Henderson.

it dives deep into the saga’s mythological roots — the hero’s journey, redemption, prophecy — paired with stunning Ralph McQuarrie artwork and visuals from world mythology.

Have you read it?
May 20, 2025 at 2:28 PM
This is the podcast you’re looking for!

If you’re a Star Wars fan and haven’t checked out @coffeewithkenobi.bsky.social with @danzehr.bsky.social, you’re missing out. It’s smart, engaging, and packed with thoughtful takes on our favourite galaxy far, far away.

Well worth a listen.
Twelve years ago today, Cory & I released the first episode of Coffee With Kenobi. It's hard to imagine my love for Star Wars without this podcast and the wonderful friends I have made along the way. This is the podcast you're looking for!
May 20, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Wow! What a great read. Thanks @infinata.bsky.social
As part of the 20th anniversary of Revenge of the Sith, a selection of some of my from-the-set reporting that ran from 2003-2005 has been reprinted on StarWars-com, with a new introduction.

www.starwars.com/news/revenge...
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May 20, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Speaking of books — have you read Skywalker: A Family at War by Kristin Baver (@kristinbaver.bsky.social)?

It chronicles the Skywalker family across the saga.

As an Anakin fan, I love how it captures his fall to the dark side, his marriage to Padmé, and his final redemption.
May 20, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Reposted by Anthony Murphy
New deep-dive: The Mythic Power of Revenge of the Sith — on tragedy, prophecy & the mythic weight behind one of Star Wars’ most pivotal chapters.

Why does Episode III still resonate 20 years on?

Read: rebelbriefing.com/2025/05/16/t...

#StarWars #RevengeOfTheSith #20Anniversary
May 18, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Reposted by Anthony Murphy
“So this is how liberty dies…”

Palpatine’s rise in Star Wars wasn’t just dramatic—it’s a chilling look at how power consolidates and democracies fall. Rebel Briefing digs into the politics of the prequels in our latest article.

Read here: ⬇️

rebelbriefing.com/2025/05/09/p...
May 9, 2025 at 4:35 PM
What’s your fave Star Wars book — fiction or non-fiction?

Mine’s The Magic of Myth by Mary Henderson.

it dives deep into the saga’s mythological roots — the hero’s journey, redemption, prophecy — paired with stunning Ralph McQuarrie artwork and visuals from world mythology.

Have you read it?
May 20, 2025 at 2:28 PM
🔥 “I hate you.”

Twenty years on, Revenge of the Sith still delivers one of the most devastating moments in Star Wars history.

In my latest feature for Rebel Briefing, I explore how Anakin was baptised in fire — banished, broken, and reborn as Darth Vader.

🔗 rebelbriefing.com/2025/05/19/b...
May 19, 2025 at 8:44 PM
New deep-dive: The Mythic Power of Revenge of the Sith — on tragedy, prophecy & the mythic weight behind one of Star Wars’ most pivotal chapters.

Why does Episode III still resonate 20 years on?

Read: rebelbriefing.com/2025/05/16/t...

#StarWars #RevengeOfTheSith #20Anniversary
May 18, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Can’t get enough of Andor? Same. I’m obsessed with the show & Star Wars art books — so hyped for The Art of Star Wars: Andor dropping March 2026!

By @philszostak.bsky.social, with epic behind-the-scenes art from Series 1 & 2. Must-have for fans of artwork.

#Andor #StarWarsArt #TheArtOfAndor
May 18, 2025 at 12:44 PM
Why Star Wars Storytelling Works — Beyond the Hero’s Journey, Myth, and Legacy.

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We all know Star Wars follows the hero’s journey — but what if I told you George Lucas’s process was messier and more experimental than the neat Campbell framework suggests? Let’s unpack that. 👇
May 16, 2025 at 9:45 AM
“So this is how liberty dies…”

Palpatine’s rise in Star Wars wasn’t just dramatic—it’s a chilling look at how power consolidates and democracies fall. Rebel Briefing digs into the politics of the prequels in our latest article.

Read here: ⬇️

rebelbriefing.com/2025/05/09/p...
May 9, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Andor Series 2 kicks off with a slow-burn of courage, chaos, and emotional weight — and it’s brilliant.

I break down the gripping opening episodes in my latest article for @futureoftheforce.bsky.social

Read here: 🔽

thefutureoftheforce.com/2025/04/30/s...

#Andor #StarWars #AndorSeries2
Star Wars: Andor Season 2 Opens With a Slow Burn of Courage, Chaos, and Emotional Stakes
Star Wars Andor Season 2 re-engages fans with its intricate storytelling and emotional honesty that sets it apart.
thefutureoftheforce.com
April 30, 2025 at 1:38 PM
I wrote this article for @futureoftheforce.bsky.social
on Star Wars: Andor—without a doubt, some of the best storytelling in the franchise. Can’t wait for Season 2! Check out why Andor is a game-changer.

#StarWars
#Andor
#StarWarsAndor
#Lucasfilm

thefutureoftheforce.com/2025/04/23/t...
The Spark of Something Greater: How Andor Revolutionised Star Wars
Explore the impactful storytelling of Andor. Discover how this series challenges the essence of the Star Wars universe.
thefutureoftheforce.com
April 24, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Hey, I’m Anthony—a comms/media pro with a journalism background and a love of storytelling, whether through words or photos. I run Rebel Briefing (Star Wars!) and write for Future of the Force. Into pop culture, football, films, and adventures with my fam + our cockapoo, Oslo!
April 20, 2025 at 7:36 PM