Taika Waititi's Star Wars Movie: A New Update and a Potential Delay
Taika Waititi's highly anticipated Star Wars film has been a long-awaited addition to the franchise. First announced in 2020, the project has been a topic of excitement and speculation among fans. However, progress has been slower than expected, with Waititi taking his time to craft the perfect script. At last year's Star Wars Celebration, Kathleen Kennedy, then-president of Lucasfilm, humorously acknowledged the delay, stating, 'Taika is on Taika time.'
Now, with Kennedy's departure from Lucasfilm and the appointment of co-presidents Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan, there's an exciting update. Filoni and Brennan have revealed that Waititi has indeed finished his script, and it's set to bring a unique blend of humor and fun to the Star Wars universe. Waititi, known for his comedic talents, aims to capture the same sense of fun as the original trilogy, where high stakes and serious moments coexist with lightheartedness.
The film's tone and style are expected to align with Waititi's previous work, particularly 'Thor: Ragnarok' and 'Thor: Love & Thunder,' both of which were successful in reinventing their respective franchises. Despite some criticism of his recent work, Waititi remains a respected writer and director, bringing a fresh perspective to the Star Wars saga.
However, the future of this project is still uncertain. With the studio's focus shifting, the decision to move forward with Waititi's film now rests with Filoni and Brennan. The priority seems to be a new Star Wars trilogy written by Simon Kinberg, which will likely feature Daisy Ridley as Rey. This suggests that Waititi's film might be put on the back burner, with a potential release date as late as 2029 or later. Fans will have to wait and see if Waititi's Star Wars adventure will finally come to fruition, and the upcoming months will be crucial in determining the fate of this highly anticipated project.
