STAR WARS: NEW MOVIE PROJECTS AND THE RISK OF REPEATING PAST MISTAKES
Lucasfilm is once again venturing into the Star Wars universe with new movie projects, but this move comes with the risk of repeating the mistakes of the past. Since the release of ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker,’ the studio has struggled to solidify its theatrical slate. Multiple directors and writers have been involved, with several movies announced only to be canceled or left in limbo. However, at Star Wars Celebration 2023 in London, Lucasfilm announced four new movies, which are largely individual stories rather than part of a cohesive trilogy.
Despite these new announcements, there is a concern that Lucasfilm might fall into the same pattern of false promises and unfulfilled expectations that have plagued the franchise since the Disney era began. The studio’s history of announcing and then canceling or delaying projects has led to significant skepticism among fans. For instance, previously announced projects like Rian Johnson’s trilogy and the film by ‘Game of Thrones’ creators David Benioff and D.B. Weiss were shelved, contributing to this skepticism.
The success of these new films will depend on Lucasfilm’s ability to deliver on its promises and provide a consistent, high-quality narrative that resonates with the audience. It’s important to note that while there have been rumors and speculation about various projects, including a Rey-centric film focused on the New Jedi Order, the specifics of these new movies have not been officially confirmed beyond their announcement as individual stories.
The upcoming movies are crucial for regaining fan trust and ensuring the continued success of the Star Wars franchise. With several high-profile projects in the works, Lucasfilm has the opportunity to redeem itself and move forward in a positive direction. However, the studio must learn from its past mistakes to avoid repeating the same errors and to meet the high expectations of its dedicated fan base.
The historical context of Lucasfilm’s struggles with its theatrical slate cannot be understated. The pattern of announcing projects only to later cancel or indefinitely delay them has created a cycle of excitement followed by disappointment among fans. This history has led to a more critical and cautious approach from the Star Wars community when it comes to new announcements.
As Lucasfilm moves forward with these new projects, it will need to address the skepticism head-on by demonstrating a clear vision and following through on its commitments. The success of these individual stories could pave the way for a more stable and consistent approach to Star Wars storytelling on the big screen, potentially rebuilding the trust that has been eroded over the past few years.
Filipino Translation:
Kahit maraming exciting announcements, marami pa rin ang nag-aalala na baka maulit lang ‘yung cycle ng false promises at hindi natutupad na expectations na nangyari simula nung naging part ng Disney era ang franchise. Kung titignan 'yung track record ng Lucasfilm, ilang beses na silang nag-announce ng projects na hindi natuloy or nadelay, kaya naturally, naging skeptical na rin ang fans. For example, 'yung previously announced projects katulad ng trilogy ni Rian Johnson at 'yung film nina David Benioff at D.B. Weiss (Game of Thrones creators) ay hindi na rin natuloy, at naka-contribute talaga 'yun sa doubts ng fans.
Para magtagumpay ‘tong mga bagong films, kailangan ma-deliver ng Lucasfilm 'yung mga pinangako nila and makapag-provide ng consistent at high-quality na kwento na tatatak sa audience. Mahalaga rin tandaan na habang maraming rumors at speculation sa iba’t ibang projects—kabilang na ang Rey-centric movie na focus sa New Jedi Order—wala pa talagang official confirmation about the specifics ng mga bagong films bukod sa pagiging separate stories nila.
Itong upcoming movies, crucial talaga sila para mabawi ulit ng Lucasfilm ‘yung tiwala ng fans and para masiguradong magpatuloy ang success ng Star Wars franchise. Dahil may ilang high-profile projects na in the works, meron talagang chance ang Lucasfilm na makabawi at mag-move forward in a positive direction. Pero 'di mo pwedeng kalimutan, kailangan nilang matuto sa mga past mistakes para maiwasang maulit ‘yung same errors at ma-meet 'yung mataas na expectations ng fans na sobrang loyal.
Hindi biro ang historical context ng struggles ng Lucasfilm with their theatrical slate. 'Yung habit nila na mag-announce ng projects tapos in the end, madi-delay o makakansela, nag-create talaga ‘yun ng cycle ng excitement followed by disappointment sa mga fans. Kaya understandable na mas magiging maingat at kritikal ngayon ang Star Wars community pagdating sa new announcements.
Habang susulong ang Lucasfilm with these new projects, dapat nilang i-address head-on 'yung skepticism by showing a clear vision at dapat magawa nila ang mga commitments nila. Kung mag-klik ‘tong mga individual stories, pwede itong maging daan para sa mas stable at consistent na approach sa Star Wars storytelling sa big screen, na sana makatulong sa pag-rebuild ng tiwala na nawala nung past few years.
Star Wars’ New Movie Trilogy Risks Repeating A Disney Era Curse For The 3rd Time, Following A Decade Of False Promises was first published here.
