Taika Waititi touched on how he feels directing the next Star Wars movie. In addition, the writer revealed what phase the production is in.
Taika waititi has become one of the stars of Hollywood most essential in all spheres. For some reason, against criticism and comments, the New Zealander has earned the trust of major studios. In addition, all the actors, actresses and officials who work with him make positive comments about his personality and way of working.
Some years ago I conquered Kevin Feige, giving him the opportunity to direct Thor: Ragnarok. Shortly after, winning the marvelita spirit, he was selected to return to occupy that place in another film of the Norse god. Not satisfied with it, he interpreted Korg, developing his facet as an actor.
However, his relationship with the big franchises did not stop there, but thanks to his friendship with James Gunn I take it to The Suicide Squad, tape in which he gave life to Ratcatcher. It is worth mentioning that his colleague intended to give him a more important role, but scheduling conflicts did not allow it.
Marvel Y DC… What else could I get? Did they forget Star wars? Well, the director is already working on a film in the galactic saga. This will not be your first contact with Lucasfilm, as he did the same in episodes of The Mandalorian.
About his Star Wars feature film, he said that there is little done, because “it is still in what is known as the ‘EXT. SPACE, ‘stage’ ”, (this term refers to the initial montage of a scene). But we already have a story. I am very excited because I feel very good“, he claimed.
But … Would not his marked irreverence and comedy go against the pattern of this universe? To this the filmmaker replied that “I tend to go down that little alley of sincerity in my films. I like to fool the viewer into thinking ‘ha, this is it’ and then have to say, ‘Damn, you made me feel something!’
Other projects
Waititi’s as-yet-untitled project is one of three films already confirmed for the Star Wars world. The other deliveries will be Rogue squadron, piece that will be directed by Patty jenkins, who performed this function in Wonder woman. The plot will be based on pilots of the Rebel Forces.
On the other hand, A Droid story, the other production, will be inspired by the adventures they will have to face C-3PO Y R2-D2.
Source: Wired