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Five Directors Who Should Take On Star Wars: Episode 7

Ever since the news broke that Disney had bought Lucasfilm, the internet has been exploding with excitement from fans. Rumors about the plot, casting, and who will direct the films, especially the first one, Star Wars: Episode 7 have been circulating at an alarming rate.

Sam Mendes

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The odds that Sam Mendes will be considered may largely be determined by how well Skyfall does in the U.S., but if reviews or the U.K. numbers are any indication, Skyfall should certainly put Mendes in high demand. Some are saying the 23rd Bond film is the best ever.

Though his sci-fi background is limited, Mendes has proven he is more than adept when it comes to high stakes action films, and he thrives when working with a huge budget. He’d also bring a grittier feel to the films, which is exactly what the trilogy needs.

One of the major concerns die-hard fans have expressed regarding the purchase is the fear that the series will end up being “too Disney.” Mendes would be a great choice to steer the films away from a simply fun, friendly feel, to the direction that fans would rather see.

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