UPDATE: In a stunning revelation, acclaimed director Steven Soderbergh expressed his deep disappointment over the cancellation of his anticipated Star Wars movie, centered on the character Ben Solo. In a recent interview with Brooklyn Magazine, Soderbergh shared that he dedicated nearly two years to developing the project alongside star Adam Driver and writer Rebecca Blunt, only to see it abruptly halted by Disney.
Soderbergh’s vision for the film had garnered enthusiastic support from Lucasfilm, but ultimately, Disney’s decision to scrap the project left him and the team devastated. “I thought the next two years of my life were going to be spent making a Star Wars movie,” Soderbergh stated. His frustration echoes sentiments previously expressed by Kathleen Kennedy, who recently announced her resignation as president of Lucasfilm. She too lamented Disney’s choice not to proceed with Soderbergh’s vision.
The director emphasized the emotional toll of the cancellation, remarking, “That was two and a half years of free work for me and Adam and Rebecca.” He noted that the stated reason for the movie’s demise was simply, “We don’t think Ben Solo could be alive,” which he found perplexing given the franchise’s history of resurrecting characters like Emperor Palpatine.
Soderbergh revealed that the disappointment motivated him to pivot quickly, stating, “You better start getting some shit generated so you can go back to work.” He subsequently wrote four new scripts in response to the setback, indicating his resilience and commitment to filmmaking despite the obstacles.
As speculation swirls around the future of Lucasfilm under new leadership with Josh D’Amaro as CEO and Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan stepping in as presidents, fans are left wondering if Soderbergh and Driver might get another chance to bring Ben Solo to the big screen. Soderbergh’s candid reflections have ignited discussions among the fanbase, prompting many to share their thoughts on social media.
Soderbergh concluded by expressing his frustration that the project never reached the budgetary discussions phase, stating, “It’s insane. We’re all very disappointed.”
As the Star Wars saga continues to evolve, the fate of Soderbergh’s long-cherished project remains uncertain. For now, fans can only speculate on what might have been and how the changes at Disney and Lucasfilm could reshape the future of the beloved franchise.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops, and share your thoughts on what you think about Soderbergh’s vision for the galaxy far, far away.