Rumor alert: J. J. Abrams to direct Episode VII

If this happens, I’d be thrilled. The Wrap is saying that Kathleen Kennedy “has been courting” the Star Trek director for the job. What’s the source? “an individual with knowledge of the production,” (oh boy.) Also,  Ben Affleck (Famed for his incredible role in “Daredevil”) may be involved. Variety is also reporting that Lucasfilm is “is closing the deal” with […]

Year in (Hobbit) Review – SWR #74

It’s The Star Wars Report podcast episode 74! In which we cover: Episode VII returning to Yavin 4? Probably not http://bit.ly/TbaJ75 Will Episode VII take Star Wars back to England? http://bit.ly/T7zQrl We also talk about our favorite parts of 2012. Including: The Phantom Menace 3D The Launch of Beyond the Films Meeting Mark in person Our AOTC Commentary Dragon […]