Adam Driver makes feelings clear about Disney cancelling ‘Star Wars’ sequel
Adam Driver, the face of Kylo Ren in the Star Wars universe, had been actively pitching for a sequel centring on his character.
However, he died toward the end of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.
Still, he was persistent and managed to tag along with noted filmmaker Steven Soderbergh to direct the sequel.
The duo spent two and a half years developing the idea for the unofficial project titled The Hunt for Ben Solo.
Ultimately, unconvinced by the pitch, Disney executives turned down the idea.
Dissatisfied, the actor previously aired his feelings over the decision. Now, he has reiterated his position.
“For me it was: Steven Soderbergh wants to make a ‘Star Wars’ film. What are we debating?” he told the Associated Press.
“It’s what it is. It’s criminal. Or it felt criminal. We’re all moving on. On to the next. And Steven already has something else that’s one of the best things he’s ever written.”
In addition to the driver, fans similarly embarked on a campaign to get Disney to greenlight The Hunt for Ben Solo.
According to Variety, some of the fans even hired a plane with a banner that read ‘Save the Hunt for Ben Solo’ near Disney’s Burbank studios.
Regardless, Disney executives stuck to their decision, as they were unsure how it was possible to bring back Kylo Ren from apparent death.
