STAR WARS: SKELETON CREW DETAILS EMERGE
The upcoming Star Wars series, ‘Skeleton Crew,’ is generating significant excitement among fans, particularly with its unique origins and creative team. The series, created by Jon Watts, known for his work on the recent Spider-Man trilogy, will premiere on Disney+ on December 3. Watts’ introduction to the Star Wars universe was unconventional; he got into the franchise through playing the X-Wing and TIE Fighter video games, which sparked his interest in the galaxy far, far away. Additionally, Watts’ interest in filmmaking was ignited after the release of the Special Editions of Star Wars.
The show promises a return to old-school swashbuckling adventures, set in an unknown part of the Star Wars galaxy several years after the events of ‘Return of the Jedi.’ It follows a group of daring children who embark on an adventure that quickly becomes more than they can handle, finding themselves lost in deep space. The series boasts a diverse directorial lineup, including David Lowery, Jake Schreier, Bryce Dallas Howard, and Lee Isaac Chung. Watts and Christopher Ford, who collaborated on scripts for ‘Clown’ and ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming,’ are the main writers and executive producers, with Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni overseeing the project.
The production process involved a unique approach, where Watts and Ford created a ‘radio play’ of each episode before handing over the scripts and concept art to the directors. This method helped set the tone and ensure consistency of character while allowing each director to add their own touch. David Lowery, one of the directors, expressed his love for certain Star Wars characters, adding depth to the creative team’s connection to the franchise.
With its Amblin-inspired premise and the potential for high-profile cameos, ‘Skeleton Crew’ is anticipated to be a significant addition to the Star Wars universe. The show’s marketing campaign has been generating buzz, and there are discussions about potential crossover episodes with ‘The Mandalorian.’ It’s worth noting that another Star Wars series, ‘The Acolyte,’ has been canceled, making ‘Skeleton Crew’ an even more anticipated release for Star Wars fans.
As the premiere date approaches, fans are eagerly awaiting this new adventure that promises to explore a different side of the Star Wars galaxy, focusing on young protagonists and their journey through uncharted territories of space.
Filipino Translation:
Promise ng show na bumalik sa swashbuckling adventures, old-school style, pero set siya sa isang unknown part ng Star Wars galaxy, tapos ilang taon after ng events ng 'Return of the Jedi.' Ang kwento, tungkol sa grupo ng mga batang medyo daring, na napasok sa isang adventure na mabilis lumaki at nagiging mas mahirap i-handle, hanggang sa ma-stranded na sila sa deep space. Ibang level ang directorial lineup din ng series—kasama dito sina David Lowery, Jake Schreier, Bryce Dallas Howard, at Lee Isaac Chung. Si Watts at si Christopher Ford, na nag-collab rin sa scripts ng 'Clown' at 'Spider-Man: Homecoming,' ang main writers at executive producers ng series, with Jon Favreau at Dave Filoni overseeing the project.
Ang production naman, may unique na approach. Gumawa muna sina Watts at Ford ng parang 'radio play' ng bawat episode bago nila iniabot sa directors yung scripts at concept art. Nakatulong ito para ma-establish yung tone at ma-maintain yung consistency ng characters, pero at the same time, binigyan ng freedom yung bawat director na magdagdag ng sarili nilang style. Si David Lowery, isa sa mga directors, openly sinabi na sobrang mahal niya yung ilang Star Wars characters, kaya mas lumalim yung connection ng creative team sa franchise.
Dahil sa Amblin-inspired na premise nito at possibility ng high-profile cameos, mataas ang expectations para sa 'Skeleton Crew' at inaabangan ito bilang significant addition sa Star Wars universe. Yung marketing campaign ng show, maingay na, at may mga usapan pa nga about possible crossover episodes kasama ang 'The Mandalorian.' Hindi rin kasi nakatulong na yung isang Star Wars series, 'The Acolyte,' napabalitang na-cancel, kaya mas lalo tuloy na-heighten yung excitement for 'Skeleton Crew' sa mga fans.
Habang papalapit ang premiere date, todo ang pagka-excite ng fans sa bagong adventure na ito, lalo na’t ipapakita nito ang ibang side ng Star Wars galaxy. Focus ito sa mga young protagonists at sa journey nila sa uncharted territories ng space.
Skeleton Crew co-creator Jon Watts reveals he got into Star Wars through the X-Wing and TIE Fighter video games, actually was first published here.
