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TFA JJ Abrams to direct Episode VII

Discussion in 'Star Wars: Sequel Trilogy (Released Films)' started by Kuestmaster, Jan 24, 2013.

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  1. Kuestmaster

    Kuestmaster Jedi Knight star 2

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    Kuestmaster, Jan 24, 2013
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  2. ManaByte

    ManaByte Chosen One star 5

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    ManaByte, Jan 24, 2013
    #2
  3. David_Skywalker01

    David_Skywalker01 Jedi Master star 3

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    Wow! Not sure how to feel. Should be good.
     
    David_Skywalker01, Jan 24, 2013
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  4. Darth Claire

    Darth Claire Force Ghost star 5

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    Wait...WHAT!?!?!
     
    Darth Claire, Jan 24, 2013
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  5. Kuestmaster

    Kuestmaster Jedi Knight star 2

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    more scoops.
    http://www.slashfilm.com/j-j-abrams-to-direct-star-wars-episode-vii/
    http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/01/24/jj-abrams-to-direct-star-wars-episode-vii?utm_campaign=ign main twitter&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social
    RT @slashfilm Spielberg was a big component behind recommending JJ and having Kennedy push for him

    if it turns to be true is AMAZING news, believe me. He have a great passion for star wars and is an amazing storyteller. Just hopes he doesn't mess with flare lens and time travel in the SW universe.
     
    Kuestmaster, Jan 24, 2013
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  6. Diggs

    Diggs Jedi Master star 4

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    Wow, was not expecting that one... Interesting that Ben Affleck was also in the frame. Might we see him further on down the line?
     
    Diggs, Jan 24, 2013
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  7. JTShiro

    JTShiro Jedi Youngling

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    Nice, wonder what changed his mind about directing it.
     
    JTShiro, Jan 24, 2013
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  8. mattman8907

    mattman8907 Jedi Master star 4

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    looking forward to seeing his take on Star Wars.
     
    mattman8907, Jan 24, 2013
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  9. Count Yubnub

    Count Yubnub Jedi Knight star 4

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    oh dear.
     
    Count Yubnub, Jan 24, 2013
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  10. Darth Chiznuk

    Darth Chiznuk Superninja of New Films star 6 Staff Member Manager

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    While he was not my first choice to direct Star Wars I don't plan on getting upset or cranky about any new developes because I have faith that KK and LFL know what they're doing more than I could ever hope to! I'm very happy that we finally know! Congrats to Abrams and I wish him good luck!
     
    Darth Chiznuk , Jan 24, 2013
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  11. ewoksimon

    ewoksimon Jedi Grand Master star 4

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    Hmm. I'll wait for the official announcement from Lucasfilm. Not great, but certainly very good. I liked his Star Trek, but I'm hoping he can gel his visual sensibilities with the rest of the saga.
     
    ewoksimon, Jan 24, 2013
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  12. Frank T.

    Frank T. Force Ghost star 6

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    After seeing Star Trek I thought JJ would be better suited for Star Wars instead.
     
    Frank T., Jan 24, 2013
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  13. Digladio

    Digladio Jedi Master star 3

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    What sucks is I have a feeling this news will just linger for the next few months without an official confirmation, much like the news about Kasdan's invovlement.
     
    Digladio, Jan 24, 2013
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  14. Alexrd

    Alexrd Force Ghost star 5

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    [​IMG]
     
    Alexrd, Jan 24, 2013
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  15. Count Yubnub

    Count Yubnub Jedi Knight star 4

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    Dislike.
     
    Count Yubnub, Jan 24, 2013
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  16. Jedsithor

    Jedsithor Jedi Grand Master star 4

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    Jedsithor, Jan 24, 2013
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  17. Darth Chiznuk

    Darth Chiznuk Superninja of New Films star 6 Staff Member Manager

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    Please, no! I hope he can restrain himself!
     
    Darth Chiznuk , Jan 24, 2013
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  18. Bad_Feeling

    Bad_Feeling Jedi Master star 4

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    WHAT!? Not sure how I feel!?!??!
     
    Bad_Feeling, Jan 24, 2013
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  19. Vastor

    Vastor Jedi Knight star 3

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    Holy cow. Well guess this is a really good thing when we know he is a huge star wars fan.
     
    Vastor, Jan 24, 2013
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  20. Lord TW

    Lord TW Jedi Knight star 2

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    I think this is great. Super 8 was cool
     
    Lord TW, Jan 24, 2013
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  21. Force Smuggler

    Force Smuggler Force Ghost star 7

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    Not really sure how I feel about this. I guess I should go and watch his movies now. Still would have liked Brad Bird to direct it.
     
    Force Smuggler, Jan 24, 2013
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  22. HanSolo29

    HanSolo29 Manager Emeritus + Official Star Wars Artist star 7 VIP - Former Mod/RSA

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    I was going to say...I just saw this cross my Facebook newsfeed and I was like "...what!?"

    That said, I'm actually very optimistic about this news. I really enjoyed his Star Trek and Lost was outstanding. Hopefully he can bring good things to Star Wars.
     
    HanSolo29, Jan 24, 2013
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  23. SithLordDarthRichie

    SithLordDarthRichie CR Emeritus: London star 8

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    Given there is no official confirmation on this I will take it with a pinch of salt.
     
    SithLordDarthRichie, Jan 24, 2013
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  24. Count Yubnub

    Count Yubnub Jedi Knight star 4

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    Well, let's wait until it gets confirmed by LFL and/or Abram himself.
     
    Count Yubnub, Jan 24, 2013
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  25. Vastor

    Vastor Jedi Knight star 3

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    Vastor, Jan 24, 2013
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