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Why J.J. Abrams Turned Down 'Episode VII'
There are few sagas that can rival that of the original 'Star Wars.' However, one that represents a strong contender, at least in terms of ongoing length, is the saga of Disney/Lucasfilm's search for a director for their next 'Star Wars' movie. We still have no idea who will be helming 'Episode VII,' mostly because all we seem to get wind of is who isn't helming. To run down the entire list of those confirmed out of the running for the 'Episode VII' gig would take all day, but some of the more notables include Brad Bird, Matthew Vaughn, and even Steven Spielberg. Oh, and let us not forget J.J. Abrams. In a recent interview, Abrams revealed precisely what it was that convinced him to pass up the opportunity...
"There were the very early conversations and I quickly said that because of my loyalty to Star Trek, and also just being a fan (of Star Wars), I wouldn't even want to be involved in the next version of those things. I declined any involvement very early on. I'd rather be in the audience not knowing what was coming, rather than being involved in the minutiae of making them."
I have a lot of respect for Abrams, I think he's a fantastic filmmaker and a true geek just like us. It's rare that you see this kind loyalty and devotion from anyone in Hollywood, and you have to admire that. And I totally understand how his passion for 'Star Wars' would lead him to want to see the new films firsthand just as we will. That all being said, I am disappointed by his decision. I know he's not the only director out there suited to this task, but I would kill to see what a J.J. Abrams 'Star Wars' would look like. Many people seem to take issue with the visual signature of Abrams' 'Star Trek,' namely the lens flares, but I love the aesthetic choices he made to give that universe a sleek, hyper-futuristic appearance. Not only that, but he proved with 'Star Trek' that revamping franchises is well within his wheelhouse. I'm confident he could've artfully walked the line between respectful adherence to canon and bold franchise innovation. Too bad.
What do you guys think? Is Abrams' loyalty-based decision to turn down 'Star Wars' admirable or foolhardy? Would you have been interested to see a J.J. Abrams 'Star Wars?'
Source: Empire (via GeekTyrant)
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Comment by Vampcoffee on December 29, 2012 at 1:24pm -
I loved the look of Star Trek and would love Abrams even more if he had chosen to direct Star Wars VII. It would also be the official end to the feud between both franchises. Geeks would have no choice but to lay down arms and accept Abrams as their new king. About the writing, Micheal Arndt has done great work and won't let us down. In fact, I'm optimistic.
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Comment by Ron Grijs on December 29, 2012 at 3:20am -
I'm thinking Jon Favreau. But I'm a disillutioned starwars fan and I think the writting for Episode VII is much more important than the directing. I also like the idea of Guillermo Del Toro, simply because then the stormtroopers and key set pieces will be real. We now know too much CGI makes even the best actor's performance soulless.
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Comment by fliplife on December 28, 2012 at 2:49am -
Thats fine? It kind of make U wonder why no one has step up and wants to director the flim??
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Comment by Chico the Irish Kid on December 28, 2012 at 12:55am
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Imagine a Star Wars directed by Guillermo Del Toro?
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Comment by BlueSkittle on December 27, 2012 at 9:03am -
@ Mr. Blond - Good point. I'd be interested to see what Shane Carruth (Primer) could do with a big budget. And I honestly think Man of Steel will be good....so I'm giving Snyder the benefit of the doubt. He's extremely visual, in a good way I think, and would love to see his take on lightsaber wielding jedi.
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Comment by Joe Cool on December 27, 2012 at 1:05am -
After Spielberg, Abrams was my top choice! Now I'm bombed! I trust Disney will get a suitable director (they gotta know the pressure to not create another "Prequel")!!!
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Comment by TheHeat on December 27, 2012 at 12:55am -
I would have love to see him helm Guardians of the Galaxy.
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Comment by TheBoneMage on December 26, 2012 at 9:03pm -
I'm okay with this, I felt JJ was wrong for this.
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Comment by Gift of the Magi on December 26, 2012 at 8:54pm -
Strange..since Abrams has gone on record as trying to make Star Trek MORE like Star Wars. Anywho, I'm glad to hear this as I am NOT a fan of his style and it would be a very poor fit for the franchise. And yes, Nolan would be WORSE. At best, the only sci-fi franchise I'd give Nolan would be Do Androids Dream Of Electric Sheep?
But let's face it folks, the reason we're all so interested in this is because we so desperately in need of a redemption for Star Wars. The Prequels are a constant stain on the story, that even Lucas has started to acknowledge. We NEED a good series again. We also live in a time of instant information...we DEMAND instant and constant information about everything we like, and if Disney does not feed the masses a tidbit every once in a while, the fear that we'll stop caring is great.
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Comment by Prio on December 26, 2012 at 6:31pm -
Fuck no. Zack Snyder's Star Wars? You want three more shitty Star Wars?
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