Who would have thought that when the Force awakend that it would be to the all too familiar sound of Sonny and Cher’s “I Got You Babe,” playing in the background? After facing harsh criticism from Star Wars fans and critics, this one included, that Star Wars Episode 7: The Force Awakens was a ripoff of A New Hope, J.J. is now opening up about what he wanted to accomplish with the film. Check out the report below to see what Abrams said as well as actual footage of the Force awakening.
Recently J.J. Abrams appeared on The Hollywood Reporter’s Awards Chatter podcast where he defended The Force Awakens:
"I can understand that someone might say, 'Oh, it's a complete rip-off!.’What was important for me was introducing brand new characters using relationships that were embracing the history that we know to tell a story that is new -- to go backwards to go forwards."
We are are certainly glad that is what was important to Abrams. However, taking into consideration that Star Wars fans waited 30 plus years for this movie,you taking the cheap way out only served to ruin the franchise for many. It should go without saying that you don’t have retell a story in order to embrace its history.
What did you think of the Force Awakens. What about J.J. Abrams’ justification for remaking A New Hope? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section at the bottom of the page.
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