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Disney’s acquisition of Lucasfilm sent shockwaves through theStar Warsfandom. Although people were initially reassured by the industry giant that nothing would change for their beloved $10 billion franchise, it proved otherwise. It is now being reported that George Lucas’s original sequel plans never materialized, and instead, Disney churned outStar Wars: The Rise of Skywalker,which now has its separate hate club!
George Lucas’ Original Vision for the Sequel Trilogy
George Lucas’original plans for Episodes VII, VIII, and IX of the Skywalker Saga undoubtedly leave many fans feeling frustrated, as they never will have the opportunity to witness these versions come to life. Recently disclosed comments from Lucas, featured inThe Star Wars Archives – Episode I – III, 1999 – 2005, (viaSFFGazette.com) shed light on his trilogy vision.
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In the titleA New Threat Emerges,Lucas intended to move away from stormtroopers and focus on the next generation of Skywalkers. The storyline explored a post-Republic galaxy grappling with power struggles, with Darth Maul and his apprentice Darth Talon as central antagonists in the subsequent part calledPower Vacuum And Maul’s Return.
Meanwhile, Luke Skywalker embarked on the monumental task of rebuilding the Jedi Order amid a galaxy rife with chaos in the part calledLuke Skywalker’s Mission.
At the heart of the narrative was Leia Organa, assuming leadership of the Republic and guiding its restoration. Titled asThe Chosen One,Leia’s journey symbolized hope and renewal for the galaxy. Lucas said,
“By the end of the trilogy, Luke would have rebuilt much of the Jedi, and we would have the renewal of the New Republic, with Lela, Senator Organa, becoming the Supreme Chancellor in charge of everything. So she ended up being the Chosen One.”
Despite the relative complexity of the plot, Lucas’s original vision offered fans a fresh perspective on theStar Warsuniverse, one that delved into themes of legacy, redemption, and the battle between light and dark. And to be honest it does sound more enticing than what the fans received instead, which wasStar Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.
How Bad WasThe Rise of Skywalker?
The Rise of Skywalkerhas left a substantialmark of disappointmentwithin theStar Warsfranchise, even more so than the divisiveThe Phantom Menace,a film even George Lucas himself admitted was challenging to digest.
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Upon Disney’s acquisition of Lucasfilm, fans anticipated the realization of Lucas’s outlined nine-episode saga, only to witness a departure from his vision. Instead of a meticulously planned narrative, the sequel trilogy unfolded without a clear direction, resulting in a mishmash of ideas from directors J.J. Abrams and Rian Johnson.
The Rise of Skywalkerfailed to conclude the saga the way it deserved. Its disjointed storytelling and lack of narrative coherence tarnished the otherwise promising sequel trilogy.
Moreover, the aftermath of the film’s release hinted at a troubled production, with actors expressing visible frustration. The lingering impact ofThe Rise of Skywalkerlooms large over the franchise, thus it can be safe to say, they won’t be exploring the characters further in that particular direction. Thus, the film stands as one of the worst ventures within theStar Warsuniverse.
The Rise of Skywalker is streaming on Disney+.
Sampurna Banerjee
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Sampurna Banerjee is an Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, and she’s written over 1,700 articles! She covers everything from celebrity news to the latest superhero buzz, streaming shows, and fan theories. If it’s trending in pop culture, Sampurna’s probably already on it.When she’s not working, you’ll probably find her rewatching The Office (again), getting into debates about Marvel’s timeline, or diving deep into Christopher Nolan movies for the hundredth time. She’s not just writing about entertainment, she’s living it.
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