Rogue One Director Reveals Shocking Truth About Star Wars Fans’ Praise

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Since Disney acquired Lucasfilm in 2012, there’s been no denying that they’ve delivered an abundance of content from a galaxy far, far away, with even more Star Wars movies and TV series on the horizon. Many people view the Disney era of Star Wars as a mixed bag, but there’s growing consensus among fans that “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” is one of the best. However, what does director Gareth Edwards feel about this?

Over time, enthusiasm for “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” grew from a gentle bubble to a full boil, particularly after “Andor” Season 2 offered exceptional Star Wars television. Here’s what the film’s director had to say when Business Insider noted that his movie is often called the best Star Wars movie Disney has produced:

I don’t agree with it, but I appreciate it. I’m very grateful that people say nice things.

Gareth Edwards declined to name his favorite Disney “Star Wars” film aside from his own creation, yet he offered intriguing insights into how he manages discussions surrounding his movies. In further detail, he said:

The key point to remember while working on future projects is that what truly matters isn’t just the initial reactions when a film is released, but rather the lasting impact and feelings it evokes over the next 10 or even 20 years.

Being a significant filmmaker isn’t easy, especially when a new movie is released, as numerous elements can cause it to appear unsuccessful despite its high quality. In truth, many masterpieces have been either financial flops or met with negative reviews upon their initial release.

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Contrary to popular belief, “Rogue One” wasn’t a flop or a critical disappointment. It raked in an impressive $1.06 billion globally after its release in December 2016, and garnered a stellar 84% score on Rotten Tomatoes. However, the follow-up film by Edwards, “The Creator,” released in 2023, didn’t fare as well at the box office, earning only $104 million worldwide and receiving mixed reviews. As for what he had to say, here it is:

When creating a film, you’re essentially stepping into the future for at least a year. You’re attempting to visualize and anticipate what the experience will be like, making countless decisions that will shape the final product. These choices will materialize as the movie is released, and you’re considering how the audience will perceive them.

About Star Wars, Gareth Edwards expressed that he’s content to venture off and work on new projects, despite the fact that he’ll always cherish that trilogy. In further discussion, he added…

As the film is released, you might find yourself thinking, “Let me imagine myself ten years ahead, where it won’t matter what others say now.” It could be a child who approaches you two decades later, saying, “Wow, I loved that movie!” I believe that moment of appreciation is the reward.

Next year, it’ll be ten years since the release of “Rogue One”. It looks like it’s holding up well. Gareth Edwards’ next film is titled “Jurassic World: Rebirth“, starring Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey, and Mahershala Ali. He describes the movie as a revisit to the original “Jurassic Park“. You can catch it in cinemas starting July 2.

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2025-06-28 05:07