I don’t read science fiction, of which this may, for all I know, be a prime example; some light years ago I did read Flash Gordon, of which Star Wars is in most respects the equal. When J.J. broke it to me that I had the part, my main feeling was one of relief and knowing I was going to sleep well that night.
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In attendance was new lead character, Daisy Ridley, veteran Star Wars cast members Carrie Fisher and Harrison Ford, alongside other newcomers Lupita Nyong’o, Adam Driver and Gwendoline Christie. Her antics haven’t stopped, from Star Wars Celebration back in April to The Force Awakens’ official premiere in Los Angeles December 14th. It also makes you wonder what a Star Wars with John Wayne might’ve been like.
Those attending the event can expect a Star Wars fantasy – auctions on autographed, movie-worn clothing, signed Stormtrooper helmets, and VIP photo opportunities with Fisher, said Macaluso.
Whatever I say will not describe the awesome visual storytelling that “The Force Awakens” is.
Abrams said he was struck every day while filming by how lucky he was to be working on the movie.
We are treated to a galactic civil war, assorted heroes and villains, a princely maiden in distress, a splendid old man surviving from an extinct order of knights who possessed a mysterious power called “the Force”, and it is all as exciting as last year’s weather reports.
Quin Snyder, coach, Utah Jazz • “I saw the first one at the UA Cinema in Seattle and I stood in line”.
In her first-ever film role, the 23-year-old British-born actress plays Rey, a pilot and scavenger at the center of the action in the hugely anticipated “Episode VII”.
Jeff Cassar, coach, Real Salt Lake • “What I’m really looking forward to with the new movie is having a “Star Wars” week with my son [Luke, age 7] and experience all of the movies through his eyes for the first time”.
In a joint interview with United Kingdom talk show host Graham Norton, John said, “It was so insane that we were told for so long not to say anything, now when I’m asked a question, I’m not sure what I can say”.
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They were followed by droids R2-D2 and C-3PO, who ambled down taking in the scenery, and the newest droid BB-8, who got a cheer from fans as it rolled down the red carpet.
