Star Wars Bits: John Boyega And Daisy Ridley Travel To Set; Plus New Cast Members, Harrison Ford, Drew Struzan And Posters
Star Wars Episode VIIis filming and you can see the stars on set, find out about the shoot, read about rumors, buy posters and so much more in this edition ofStar Wars Bits. Below, read about the following.
Header image: Thefull book jacketforHeir to the Jediby Kevin Hearne, art by Larry Rostant. It’ll be out from Del Ray in January.
Here you can seeHarrison Ford, doing foreign press forThe Expendables 3, talking about being excited forStar Wars Episode VII.Thanks toStar Wars Underworld.
Two young musicians,Thea and Liana Shengelaya, better known as The Healer Twins,posted on their Instagramthat they had been filming for a few days in Abu Dhabi. ThenJediNewsasked them about it, and well, here’s the exchange:
Two female twins who only shot for four days? Sound like they are extras or maybe have one line or so. But add two more names to the cast list.
Speaking of actors filming in Abu Dhabi,John Boyegais filming there. How do we know? The actor isall over his Instagramposting videos, photos and more from the desert. Interesting that Lucasfilm and Disney is allowing it. Here’s just one example and yes, the girl in front of him is reportedlyDaisy Ridley. (Note: Are they they only two stars on set? Seems like their roles are undoubtedly linked).
Varietyhas a really good article giving all the details how theStar Wars Episode VIIproduction ended up in Abu Dhabi. Filming is expected to happen there for about three weeks.
Of course, we got our first look at the above Abu Dhabi sets in theJ.J. Abramsvideoannouncing the Omaze contestto raise money for charity by offering up a trip to the set ofStar Wars Episode VII. Largely lost in the conversation was the staggering amount of awesome collectables that Omaze is offering in addition to the grand prize. Signed scripts, limited concept art, private screenings, it’s all really cool stuff.Head here to check it out.
There’s been lots of speculation aboutMaisie Richardson-Sellerspotentially playing the granddaughter of Obi-Wan Kenobi inEpisode VII. Many have wondered where that rumor came from andStar Wars 7 Newshas a piece talking about that speculation.
The rumors ofDrew Struzanbeing asked to do the Star Wars Episode VII posteronce again bubbled upearlier this week.Ain’t It Cool Newshad the luck of an interview taking place at the same time (aboutTemple of Doom– it’s great) and Struzan himself brought up the rumor. It’s kind of a long back and forth, but here’s the main quote:
I have to tell you what I’m telling everybody else: when I know, you’ll know
After tweeting about this, Pixar animator@cathicksmentioned this is odd because, “At CTNAnim expo last year he said the opposite.” Meaning he said he was approached. I think he probably has.
While it has yet to be confirmed, it’s pretty probable some members of theStar Wars Episode VIIcrew have been shooting in Iceland. Whether its just helicopter shots or a full second unit, we don’t know. ButBleeding Coolfound a report that says Chewbacca and Stormtroopers might have been seen in the country. Read more there.
Marvel is taking over theStar Warscomic books in the future. We just don’t know exactly when.The Hollywood Reporternow thinks, though, it could come as early as September because of a few clues in the Dark Horse release schedule.
A few cool newStar Warsposter are going up for sale in the next few days. First up, did you miss that amazingMark EnglertLuke Skywalker Star Wars poster a few weeks ago? WellAcme Archivesis releasing two variants as timed released beginning Sunday. For 77 hours starting at 10 a.m. May 25, you can get either the Tatooine, Endor or both versions of the poster. Here are the images andclick here for more information.
Then,Nathan Hamill(Yes, Mark’s son) is releasing this cool print called “My Father, My Lord.” It’s a 12 x 25 inch giclee and goes on sale Friday May 23 at noon PST.Click here for more info.
Finally, do you live in Los Angeles? TheUpright Citizens Brigadeis hosting theThe Star Wars Expanded Universe Funeral Celebration, a comedy show with a serious geeky spin.Click here to get ticketsand read more.
