Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens (USE SPOILER TAGS!)

[Forever Knight]

I hope we get some kick ass Lightsaber fights in this one like we did with the Prequels.

[s2mikey]

Originally Posted by roguescribner

There is a need for it. Disney isn't just making new Star Wars movies. They are making Episode VII, VIII, and IX. Meaning, a new trilogy that builds off of and has direct ties to the events and characters in Episodes I - VI. I'm not saying Han, Luke, and Leia will be the stars of the new trilogy, but it's to be expected they'll have a role to play to concretely link the new trilogy to the classic trilogy. If Disney was simply making new generic Star Wars movies, you're right: there would be no need for prior characters/actors to make an appearance. But since they are continuing the established storyline of the past two trilogies, they need to use those same characters. How pissed would people have been if Obi-Wan wasn't in the prequels? Same conceit.

Yes! Its imperative that they incorporate characters and concepts from the previous 6 films into what they do. How they hell could they not?

[s2mikey]

Originally Posted by ZoetMB

Not saying that Radcliffe and Stewart are great actors, but are they really any worse than Hamill, Fisher, Christensen and Portman? I think Radcliffe could do spoiled brat "I'm gonna' become a Sith if you don't make me a Jedi" better than Christensen and Stewart could deliver depression and "I don't know who you are any more" better than Portman. (I happen to think Portman is actually a good actress - she was just very poorly directed by Lucas). In the first Star Wars movie, Fisher puts on a fake English accent for some scenes and forgets it for most others.

No, they arent likely any worse than Hamill and the gang but they are over exposed and bring nothing to the table themselves. Radcliffe is forever Harry Potter no mater what else he plays in. Stewart is Bella. Thats just the way it goes when you are in a popular film franchise. Portman is a good actress and could out-act Stewart while in a Coma. Stewart isnt even a real actress - good thing shes pretty or she'd be working at Taco Bell or something.

[Stridulent]

Originally Posted by Forever Knight

I hope we get some kick ass Lightsaber fights in this one like we did with the Prequels.

I hope we get more meaningful fights like we did in the original series.

[s2mikey]

Originally Posted by Stridulent

I hope we get more meaningful fights like we did in the original series.

Kind of agree here - although Darth Maul certianly made things interesting at least.

[toddly6666]

On Sunday, original Star Wars director George Lucas pretty much confirmed to Bloomberg Businessweek that Hayden Christensen will indeed be returning to star in Star Wars: Episode 7, 8, and 9.

“After signing Mark, Carrie and Harrison, we needed Hayden to return as the ghost of Anakin in the next three films,” Lucas told the publication, realizing that might still be top-secret information. “Anakin is an essential character to the Star Wars universe and it is necessary that his role is a major one in Episode 7, 8, and 9. Many fans want to see more of the Jedi ghost world. Ghost Anakin will guide the next generations of Jedis and he will also explain midi-chlorians in greater detail. I can't say much now but expect to see the Midi-Cholorian army battling the ghost Jedi Corps led by Anakin in Episode 9. It should be everything the fans have ever asked for!”

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[Ryan0503]

Originally Posted by toddly6666

On Sunday, original Star Wars director George Lucas pretty much confirmed to Bloomberg Businessweek that Hayden Christensen will indeed be returning to star in Star Wars: Episode 7, 8, and 9.

“After signing Mark, Carrie and Harrison, we needed Hayden to return as the ghost of Anakin in the next three films,” Lucas told the publication, realizing that might still be top-secret information. “Anakin is an essential character to the Star Wars universe and it is necessary that his role is a major one in Episode 7, 8, and 9. Many fans want to see more of the Jedi ghost world. Ghost Anakin will guide the next generations of Jedis and he will also explain midi-chlorians in greater detail. I can't say much now but expect to see the Midi-Cholorian army battling the ghost Jedi Corps led by Anakin in Episode 9. It should be everything the fans have ever asked for!”

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I know its everything I've been asking for ... now we just need the announcement that's Ahamed Best is returning

[Ernest Rister]

http://www.businessweek.com/articles...r-star-wars#p1

This is a good article, by the way.

[Spicoli]

Originally Posted by toddly6666

On Sunday, original Star Wars director George Lucas pretty much confirmed to Bloomberg Businessweek that Hayden Christensen will indeed be returning to star in Star Wars: Episode 7, 8, and 9.

“After signing Mark, Carrie and Harrison, we needed Hayden to return as the ghost of Anakin in the next three films,” Lucas told the publication, realizing that might still be top-secret information. “Anakin is an essential character to the Star Wars universe and it is necessary that his role is a major one in Episode 7, 8, and 9. Many fans want to see more of the Jedi ghost world. Ghost Anakin will guide the next generations of Jedis and he will also explain midi-chlorians in greater detail. I can't say much now but expect to see the Midi-Cholorian army battling the ghost Jedi Corps led by Anakin in Episode 9. It should be everything the fans have ever asked for!”

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Ha ha. You had me up until "major role" nice one.

[kong73]

So i hear the Amazing tv series The Clone Wars is Done!! does this mean That last weeks great eps was the Last eps for CN.

http://www.comingsoon.net/news/tvnews.php?id=101412

Im confused and a little sad. It had to end sometime right? But I want a proper ending! Can anyone clear this up for me?

[s2mikey]

Originally Posted by toddly6666

On Sunday, original Star Wars director George Lucas pretty much confirmed to Bloomberg Businessweek that Hayden Christensen will indeed be returning to star in Star Wars: Episode 7, 8, and 9.

“After signing Mark, Carrie and Harrison, we needed Hayden to return as the ghost of Anakin in the next three films,” Lucas told the publication, realizing that might still be top-secret information. “Anakin is an essential character to the Star Wars universe and it is necessary that his role is a major one in Episode 7, 8, and 9. Many fans want to see more of the Jedi ghost world. Ghost Anakin will guide the next generations of Jedis and he will also explain midi-chlorians in greater detail. I can't say much now but expect to see the Midi-Cholorian army battling the ghost Jedi Corps led by Anakin in Episode 9. It should be everything the fans have ever asked for!”

[Show spoiler]

Great - sounds all good to me. Although Im still scared at what could happen with this, it appears that they are at least trying to do some of the right things. If Disney pulls this off it will put Star Wars as a film franchise so far ahead of anything else that it will be untouchable. As if it isnt already.

[Walts Ghost]

Originally Posted by kong73

So i hear the Amazing tv series The Clone Wars is Done!! does this mean That last weeks great eps was the Last eps for CN.

http://www.comingsoon.net/news/tvnews.php?id=101412

Im confused and a little sad. It had to end sometime right? But I want a proper ending! Can anyone clear this up for me?

It sounds like its done on Cartoon Network, but they're going to look for a way to tie up the loose ends, but for all intents and purposes, the show is over. They're going to be doing a new show instead. The show felt like it was winding down anyway, so it was only a matter of time, but I'm still sad to see it go.

[kong73]

Originally Posted by Walts Ghost

It sounds like its done on Cartoon Network, but they're going to look for a way to tie up the loose ends, but for all intents and purposes, the show is over. They're going to be doing a new show instead. The show felt like it was winding down anyway, so it was only a matter of time, but I'm still sad to see it go.

Your right, it couldn't go on forever. Maybe the last season will move to the Disney Ch. or something. Guess thats it for me and The CN. No Clone Wars or DC nation....... Im out!
See ya cartoon Netowrk

[Col. Zombie]

Originally Posted by toddly6666

Ghost Anakin will guide the next generations of Jedis and he will also explain midi-chlorians in greater detail. I can't say much now but expect to see the Midi-Cholorian army battling the ghost Jedi Corps led by Anakin in Episode 9. It should be everything the fans have ever asked for!”[/I]

I'm a fan and I never asked for a "midicholorian army battling the Ghost Jedi Corp." In fact, this is the first I've even heard of such a suggestion. That synopsis sounds absolutely horrible.

[Spicoli]

Originally Posted by Col. Zombie

I'm a fan and I never asked for a "midicholorian army battling the Ghost Jedi Corp." In fact, this is the first I've even heard of such a suggestion. That synopsis sounds absolutely horrible.

I'm pretty sure his post was all satire.

[Elbie]

It would have been better if he included Jar Jar Binks.

[Will21st]

Originally Posted by toddly6666

On Sunday, original Star Wars director George Lucas pretty much confirmed to Bloomberg Businessweek that Hayden Christensen will indeed be returning to star in Star Wars: Episode 7, 8, and 9.

“After signing Mark, Carrie and Harrison, we needed Hayden to return as the ghost of Anakin in the next three films,” Lucas told the publication, realizing that might still be top-secret information. “Anakin is an essential character to the Star Wars universe and it is necessary that his role is a major one in Episode 7, 8, and 9. Many fans want to see more of the Jedi ghost world. Ghost Anakin will guide the next generations of Jedis and he will also explain midi-chlorians in greater detail. I can't say much now but expect to see the Midi-Cholorian army battling the ghost Jedi Corps led by Anakin in Episode 9. It should be everything the fans have ever asked for!”

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I have forwarded this outline to George Lucas,he thinks it's brilliant,and has confirmed to me personally he'll use your idea. I'm sure SW fans the world over will be happy and are eager to congratulate you personally.For this to happen I will make your home address and mobile no. public.

[blonde_devil]

so everything is going to be done at the microscopic level?

not really a surprise that they are bringing him back - he was redeemed and is now a spirit. but are they also going to be bringing back others like Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan? if you being back ghost Anakin, there is no reason not to bring them back as well.

[toddly6666]

Originally Posted by Will21st

I have forwarded this outline to George Lucas,he thinks it's brilliant,and has confirmed to me personally he'll use your idea. I'm sure SW fans the world over will be happy and are eager to congratulate you personally.For this to happen I will make your home address and mobile no. public.

Yay, finally! My 15 minutes of fame! Here's my mailing address:

Dr. Todd Lee Sixsixsixsix
1234 Troll Cove
Brooklyn, NY
10010

[Will21st]

Originally Posted by toddly6666

Yay, finally! My 15 minutes of fame! Here's my mailing address:

Dr. Todd Lee Sixsixsixsix
1234 Troll Cove
Brooklyn, NY
10010

I always wanted to know someone with a death wish.