True fans of the original “Star Wars,” the kind that attend events on May 4, the unofficial holiday for “Star Wars” enthusiasts across the globe, are also the kind to know every line from every scene of the 1977 sci-fi classic.
They can tell you the exact moment in the film when Han Solo, knee-deep in galactic garbage, shares “I got a bad feeling about this,” and when Darth Vader chokes out an admiral of the Imperial Navy with his mind after finding his lack of faith, “disturbing.”
They’ve seen it all, over and over again. So why not take them to experience “Star Wars” in a whole new light: dubbed in Diné Bizaad, the traditional language of the Navajo people.
On Wednesday, May 4, The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway, will be offering a free screening of “Star Wars in Navajo,” an adapted version of “Star Wars: Episode IV — A New Hope,” dubbed entirely in the Navajo language.
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The project, spearheaded by Manuelito Wheeler, director of the Navajo Nation Museum, was completed in 2013 on the Navajo Nation, with the blessing and cooperation from Lucasfilm and its parent company, Walt Disney Studios.
Wheeler would go on to dub other movies, including Disney’s 2003 animated film, “Finding Nemo,” into Diné Bizaad.
“Star Wars: Episode IV” begins at 7:30 p.m. Reservation Sensation Frybread will be on-site starting at 6 p.m. For more information, visit The Loft's website here.
4 other events to celebrate Star Wars Day in Tucson
May the 4th Extravaganza
Head to Bricks & Minifigs for a May the 4th Extravaganza with Out West Comi-Con, complete with droid building, costume contests, character appearances, games and prizes.
When: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 4
Where: Bricks & Minifigs, 6145 E. Broadway
Visit the event page for more information.
May the 4th Celebration at The Delta
The Delta Bar & Grill is hosting a May the 4th celebration with themed food specials, character tiki cocktails, a costume contest and a charity raffle.
When: Doors open at 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 4
Where: The Delta, 135 S. Sixth Ave.
Visit the event page for more information.
"Star Wars" trivia with 1912 Brewing
Put your "Star Wars" knowledge to the test with trivia night at 1912 Brewing. If you dress up as your favorite "Star Wars" character, you'll get a discount on your brews!
When: 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 4
Where: 1912 Brewing, 2045 N. Forbes Blvd.
Visit the event page for more information.
"Star Wars" trivia with Bookmans
Can't celebrate "Star Wars" on May the 4th? Head to Bookmans on May the Fourteenth instead! The store is hosting trivia night — reserve your seat by emailing eastevents@bookmans.com.
When: 6-8 p.m. Saturday, May 14
Where: Bookmans, 6230 E. Speedway
Visit the event page for more information.
