Excitement for the opportunity to see a new vision of George Lucass beloved universe brought to the screen.
), director Dave Filonis pixelfest could be as much fun as watching another person play a videogame.
And yet despite my frustrations with the franchise, I keep coming back.
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I love this mythology, this universe, and these characters.
Pegg supposedly worried, however, that he may have alienated Lucasfilm by publicly criticizingThe Phantom Menace.
Star Warsneeds an overhaul, like what Christopher Nolan did forBatmanor what J.J. Abrams intends to do forStar Trek.
These books, graphic novels, video games, and cartoons show thatStar Warshas infinite possibilities.
(Check outthis fascinating fan Q&Awith Pollock inThe Washington Postfrom 2005.)
I say, let Pegg have his shot writing an episode ofthe new series.
For that matter, open up the franchise to other writersand directors for reinvention.
What do you think, PopWatchers?
Should Lucas field fresh ideas from other filmmakers for the future ofStar Wars?
And what directors would you choose?
