Disney+ is helpingStar Warsexpand its horizons and introduce new stories into the gold of this galaxy far, far away. The live-action series likeThe Mandalorian,The Book of Boba Fett, andObi-Wan Kenobihave added so much new content to consume and understandStar Warslore more deeply and thoroughly. But all of this is possible in the present because ofGeorge Lucas. He wrote, created, and illustrated the franchise’s central characters. Because of him, space adventure is a profound and much-admired genre in world cinema. It came to life first inStar Wars (1977), later retitledStar Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope.
Lucas later went on to make a prequel series, which he directed. There were reportsthat he had outlined three sequels, but that never happened. Over debatable reviews and mixed critical reception of the prequels, Lucas never proceeded with the sequels andsold Lucasfilms and rights toStar Warsto Disneyin 2012 for $4B. But each piece of otherStar Warsstories, including Disney’s sequel trilogy, has revolved around characters and backdrops Lucas created years ago. Lucas’s stories might have ended with what he now calls theTragedy of Darth Vader, but the essence of it still exists inStar Wars.
Now that Lucas is far from creative control overStar Wars, fans’ respect andadmiration for his work haven’t decreased. In an interview withEntertainment Weekly,The Mandaloriandirectors Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni discussed having Lucas on board the show in a cameo appearance.
George. George Lucas. That would be the best cameo.
Dave Filoni, who worked with Lucas onThe Clone Warsbefore Lucasfilm’s acquisitionand is regarded as his ‘padawan’ among theStar Warscreators, further talked about what role Lucas could play in the show.
I don’t know… He’d have to be the son of Baron Papanoida or something like that. I don’t know. I wouldn’t even speculate on that. It’s hard for me to imagine what that day would be like.
Baron Papanoida was the chairman of Pantora, a moon to the planet Orto Plutonia. The character appeared inRevenge of the Sithwith George Lucas essaying the brief role. The visionary director now returning to play his son inThe Mandaloriancould make sense.
George Lucas Still Visits Dave Filoni’sThe MandalorianSets
George Lucas may not be making creative calls on theStar Warsfranchise, but the director is still attached to his brainchild. Lucas still collaborates with Dave Filoni on the sets ofThe Mandalorianon episodes that Filoni directs.
Shedding light on this detail, Jon Favreau revealed that he closely watches Lucas and Filoni exchange views and has learned much in his conversations with theStar Warscreator. Speaking of how fortunate he feels about having Lucas on the show’s sets, Favreau said,
Well, he’s been on the set when Dave’s been directing, so I love watching Dave and George together. George, I have tremendous respect for. I’ve been very fortunate to have great conversations where I’ve learned a lot. But when I see Dave and George Lucas together, that’s like a whole other– ’cause how long did you [Filoni] work together? Twelve years?”
Dave Filonihas extensively worked onStarWarsanimation and live-action television projects. He is responsible for successfully executing the lore’s widespread expansion andnow serves asExecutive Creative Director at Lucasfilm. Could he bring George Lucas to cameo inThe Mandalorian? The answer isn’t easy as Lucas keeps himself behind the curtains. But, he is always there to offer tips toThe Mandalorianteam and help them to continue the legacy ofStar Warshe spent years establishing.
