After many days of rumours, Lucasfilm has finally confirmed the news that J.J Abrams, the man behind films such as Super 8, Star Trek or Mission Impossible has been chosen as the director for the next chapter of Star Wars.
The official statement reads as follows:
J.J. Abrams will direct Star Wars: Episode VII, the first
of a new series of Star Wars films to come from Lucasfilm under the
leadership of Kathleen Kennedy. Abrams will be directing and Academy
Award-winning writer Michael Arndt will write the screenplay.
“It’s very exciting to have J.J. aboard leading the charge as we set
off to make a new Star Wars movie,” said Kennedy. “J.J. is the perfect
director to helm this. Beyond having such great instincts as a
filmmaker, he has an intuitive understanding of this franchise. He
understands the essence of the Star Wars experience, and will bring that
talent to create an unforgettable motion picture.”
George Lucas went on to say “I’ve consistently been impressed with
J.J. as a filmmaker and storyteller. He’s an ideal choice to direct the
new Star Wars film and the legacy couldn’t be in better hands.”
“To be a part of the next chapter of the Star Wars saga, to
collaborate with Kathy Kennedy and this remarkable group of people, is
an absolute honor,” J.J. Abrams said. “I may be even more grateful to
George Lucas now than I was as a kid.”
Are you guys happy with the choice? Let the debate begin!
