Solo: A Star Wars Story – Blu-Ray Review

It’s a shame that “Solo: A Star Wars Story” turned out to be a financial disappointment for Disney.  I didn’t have high expectations going into the film when I caught it theatrically, but it turned out to be a great deal of fun. I was sure that we would see a “Solo 2” sometime in the future. You can read my theatrical review, here.  Unfortunately, chances are high that we won’t get to see the further adventures of a young Han Solo, but thankfully “Solo: A Star Wars Story” is arriving on Blu-ray this week.

As you might expect, Disney has packed the release with tons of bonus features, including eight deleted scenes. This is a definite must-own for any “Star Wars” fan out there.

Bonus Features

• Solo: The Director & Cast Roundtable – Sit down with director Ron Howard and the stars for an intimate and entertaining discussion of the film’s making.
• Team Chewie – See what it takes to bring your favorite Wookiee to life in this lighthearted look behind the scenes.
• Kasdan on Kasdan – Iconic Star Wars screenwriter Lawrence Kasdan and son Jonathan share what it was like to write the movie’s script together.
• Remaking the Millennium Falcon – Track the transformation of the most famous ship in the galaxy, from Lando’s swank and impeccable pride and joy to Han’s stripped-down hot-rod freighter with “special modifications.”
• Escape from Corellia – Get behind the wheel for the making of this high-octane chase through the streets of Corellia.
• The Train Heist – Explore the challenges and thrills of creating this action-packed sequence, including its remote location and spectacular effects.
• Becoming a Droid: L3-37 – Meet the newest droid—and the talented actor who helps bring her to life.
• Scoundrels, Droids, Creatures and Cards: Welcome to Fort Ypso – Take an in-depth tour of the rough-and-tumble bar where strangers mix and gamblers risk all in the legendary card game, Sabaac.
• Into the Maelstrom: The Kessel Run – Join Han and Chewie at the controls of the Millennium Falcon to see how this legendary moment in Star Wars history unfolds.
• Deleted Scenes:

Proxima’s Den

Corellian Foot Chase

Han Solo: Imperial Cadet

The Battle of Mimban: Extended

Han Versus Chewie: Extended

Snowball Fight!

Meet Dryden: Extended

Coaxium Double-Cross

• The Millenium Falcon: From Page to Park – An exclusive look at the history of the most famous ship in the galaxy, its origin and development, and how it will translate in one of the most anticipated expansions in Disneyland’s history.

By: Marc Ferman