Episode 64: Star Wars Episode V- The Empire Strikes Back (with Christopher Dole)

Happy 40 Years of The Empire Strikes Back! Christopher Dole returns to Pairing to discuss the sequel that redefined sequels, Episode V of the Star Wars saga. We talk about why this is our favorite Star Wars movie, how it was received at the time, and the difficulties they faced in making it. Plus: the great Frank Oz, deleted music, wines in balance, Han & Leia, the importance of taking risks, iconic lines, and incredible production design.  Follow Christopher on Twitter @chrisdole86, and follow Arden @ardenpod. Check out Arden's Season 2 IndieGoGo! Find Us Online: If you enjoy Pairing, follow us on social media and tell your friends! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, & Tumblr @PairingPodcast. Also check out our website, www.thepairingpodcast.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts, as that's one of the best ways to get more people listening in! Support Us: Become a Pairing Patron on Patreon to get access to exclusive content, personalized pairings, bonus episodes, and more! And do't forget to check out our Merch store! About Pairing: Pairing was created, hosted, and produced by Emma Sherr-Ziarko, with music and audio recording by Winston Shaw, and artwork by Darcy Zimmerman and Katie Huey. This episode was edited by Emma Sherr-Ziarko.