Star Wars Episode 7 is currently in filming, and now Lucas Film has revealed the new title for the seventh episode in the Star Wars Saga, it will be called Star Wars The Force Awakens.
The news of the new Star Wars The Force Awakens for Episode 7 was announced on Twitter, and you can see the tweet below from the official Star Wars Twitter account.
Star Wars: The Force Awakens has completed principal photography. #StarWarsVII #TheForceAwakens pic.twitter.com/mFTP9YbKNN
— Star Wars (@starwars) November 6, 2014
Returning Cast Members and New Faces
Episode 7 will hit the movie theaters on the 18th of December 2015. The movie is set about 30 years after the last movie, Return of the Jedi, and it will star a number of the cast members from the original movies. This includes Harrison Ford reprising his role as Han Solo, Mark Hamill returning as Luke Skywalker, and Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia. Additionally, Anthony Daniels will once again bring the beloved droid C-3PO to life.
In addition to the returning cast, The Force Awakens will introduce new characters to the Star Wars universe. Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, and Oscar Isaac are among the new faces joining the saga. Ridley will play the scavenger Rey, Boyega will portray Finn, a former stormtrooper, and Isaac will take on the role of Poe Dameron, a skilled X-wing pilot. These new characters are expected to bring fresh dynamics and storylines to the beloved franchise.
Behind the Scenes and Production
The Force Awakens is directed by J.J. Abrams, known for his work on the Star Trek reboot and the TV series Lost. Abrams co-wrote the screenplay with Lawrence Kasdan, who also co-wrote The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. Their collaboration aims to blend the nostalgic elements of the original trilogy with new and exciting developments.
Principal photography for the film began in May 2014 and concluded in November 2014. Filming locations included Pinewood Studios in the UK, as well as various locations in Abu Dhabi and Iceland. The production team faced the challenge of balancing practical effects with modern CGI to maintain the authentic feel of the original trilogy while utilizing contemporary technology.
The anticipation for The Force Awakens is immense, with fans eagerly awaiting the continuation of the saga. The film’s title, The Force Awakens, suggests a resurgence of the mystical energy that binds the galaxy together, hinting at new developments in the Force and the ongoing battle between the light and dark sides.
The marketing campaign for the film has been extensive, with trailers, teasers, and merchandise generating significant buzz. The first teaser trailer, released in November 2014, offered glimpses of the new characters, the Millennium Falcon, and a mysterious new Sith character wielding a crossguard lightsaber. Subsequent trailers and promotional materials have continued to build excitement and speculation about the film’s plot and characters.
As the release date approaches, fans are eagerly speculating about the film’s storyline and how it will connect to the original trilogy. Will we see the return of iconic characters like Yoda or Obi-Wan Kenobi in some form? How will the new characters fit into the existing Star Wars universe? These questions and more will be answered when Star Wars: The Force Awakens hits theaters.
Source Engadget
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