Jar Jar Binks became one of the most polarizing figures in cinematic history when he made his debut in Star Wars Episode... more
This is an episode of The Moth, another podcast we think you'll enjoy. On this episode of The Moth Podcast,... more
Two decades after The Phantom Menace premiered, the world is finally reconsidering how it treated Ahmed Best and the character... more
In the wake of the anti-Jar Jar backlash, Ahmed begins to rebuild his life. In the meantime, we try to... more
While Ahmed faces Jar Jar hate websites and death threats, an even more thorny and challenging set of criticisms hits... more
The reviews for The Phantom Menace are in. And they’re… not great. Unfortunately, that’s just the beginning. Taking on a... more
Meet the real man behind the iconic role. Before fan forums, prequels, and motion capture catsuits, Ahmed Best was just... more
It’s 1999, and sixteen years after its original release, a new Star Wars is finally coming. Fans have been camping... more
As the man behind one of the most divisive characters in cinematic history steps forward to tell his side of... more
It’s 1999, and sixteen years after its original release, a new Star Wars is finally coming. Fans have been camping out in... more