James Mangold Shared An Update On His Star Wars Movie, And I Love His Thoughts On What’s Most ‘Important’ To Him About The Film

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As we bid farewell to the 2024 films and eagerly anticipate the movies of the future, director James Mangold‘s film “A Complete Unknown” remains a topic of discussion concerning the man and his work. With Timothée Chalamet’s historical drama being among the nominees for the 2025 Golden Globes, it’s not difficult to keep it in the limelight. However, Mangold has also shared some insights about his upcoming “Star Wars” movie project, and I find his thoughts on what matters most for this new film intriguing.

As a dedicated cinephile, I recently got some tantalizing insights during an interview with MovieWeb about “A Complete Unknown,” when its director, James Mangold, shared some intriguing details about his other project, “Star Wars: The Dawn of the Jedi.” With Beau Willimon, the brilliant mind behind “House of Cards,” Mangold is collaborating on this exciting venture. As we delve into this creative endeavor together, Mangold has a special obligation to fans, an obligation he’s keen to fulfill, as he explained:

“Being part of such a beloved franchise carries a heavy responsibility, but I’m excited and honored by the opportunity to co-write ‘Star Wars: The Dawn of the Jedi.’ Working alongside Beau Willimon, we aim to create something truly special for the fans.

As a movie enthusiast, the essence of creativity is what truly captivates me. My partner Beau and I have been crafting a script for a new Star Wars tale, eagerly awaiting its journey to the big screen. The key question remains: Can we breathe fresh life into this iconic franchise with an original take?

The story we’re developing is set an astounding 25,000 years before any previous Star Wars films, opening up a vast, unexplored universe that has long sparked my imagination. At present, I find myself less enthralled by the weight of established lore and more intrigued by the opportunity to carve out something truly unique – a challenge that I’ve always relished since my teenage years.

In this new endeavor, I aim to avoid being confined by an overabundance of history, as it seems almost immutable at times, making it difficult to satisfy everyone’s expectations. Nonetheless, the allure of delving into this untouched era of Star Wars remains irresistible.

Previous reports suggest a shared enthusiasm between James Mangold, the co-writer/director, and Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy regarding his Star Wars movie. Therefore, learning that Dawn of the Jedi project is not only alive but also getting the necessary time to develop, stirs excitement.

Exploring a tale predating the Jedi Order, set far beyond the era depicted in ‘The Acolyte’, remains largely unexplored territory. Despite potential fatigue surrounding the Skywalker family saga, ‘Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi’ retains an intriguing charm. The statement from James Mangold about avoiding being bound by extensive lore is as exciting as the fact that this project isn’t tied to a specific release date.

Indeed, it’s possible that “Dawn of the Jedi” may end up stalled in the stages of production, often referred to as development limbo. It’s worth remembering that we’re still grappling with the aftermath of Rian Johnson’s trilogy fading into relative obscurity, and there’s uncertainty surrounding whether Taika Waititi’s “Star Wars” film will ever come to fruition.

In the vastness of this galaxy, beyond The Mandalorian and Grogu’s movie set for 2026, everything else appears open to exploration. And guess what? I’m perfectly fine with that. If James Mangold and Beau Willimon’s project doesn’t succeed, it’s likely because they gave it their all and chose not to push the limits unnecessarily. Occasionally, controlling the playground means knowing when to dismantle it and step into the horizon, towards the binary sunset.

You don’t have to worry about leaving the Star Wars galaxy behind, as we may revisit it in the future! If you’re eager to return to the stars, a Disney+ subscription can help you achieve just that! However, if you’ve been following Skeleton Crew closely, this reminder might be unnecessary for you; thus, disregard this optimistic projection.

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2025-01-08 21:37