Embracing George Lucas' Legacy: A Protégé's Journey Into Star Wars

Summary

Dave Filoni, the creator of Ahsoka, discusses how he brings his own ideas and sensibilities to the Star Wars franchise while honoring George Lucas' original vision.

Filoni aims to integrate Lucas' teachings into all his projects while having the flexibility to introduce his own elements, such as space whales and wolves. As he continues to play a crucial role in Star Wars, Filoni will be increasingly influential in both live-action and animated ventures, including an upcoming feature film.

Dave Filoni, the creator of Ahsoka, sheds light on his perspective while working within George Lucas' Star Wars universe and incorporating his passion into the franchise. Despite Lucas' decreased involvement in Star Wars, his influence continues through various new endeavors. Filoni has played a crucial role in spearheading some of the highly acclaimed recent projects, with his most recent achievement being the development of Ahsoka, a Disney Plus series featuring Rosario Dawson.

After the thrilling conclusion of Ahsoka, Filoni reflects on his unique contributions to the Star Wars franchise in a recent video posted on the official Star Wars Twitter account.

As the steward of the Star Wars universe, Filoni is poised to further shape its future in the years to come. In the interview, he discusses the delicate balance between paying homage to Lucas' original vision and infusing it with his personal touch. Read Filoni's complete statement below:

“We each contribute our own personal preferences to Star Wars, with the hope that they seamlessly fit into this expansive galaxy. George Lucas, the mastermind behind its creation, established the intricate dynamics within this universe, including the Jedi and Sith. I have been fortunate enough to learn valuable lessons from him, and I always strive to adhere to his teachings while infusing my own style. As a result, you witness unique elements like space whales and wolves that become integral parts of the saga."

Dave Filoni Truly Is George Lucas' Apprentice

In 2005, Filoni made his debut in the Star Wars universe by working closely with Lucas to bring Star Wars: The Clone Wars to life. This acclaimed animated show ran for 7 successful seasons and showcased Filoni's distinct creative voice. He demonstrated a keen interest in collaborating with Lucas to delve into the intricate aspects of Star Wars lore, seamlessly blending familiar characters with innovative storylines to enrich and expand the franchise.

Continuing the trend started with Star Wars Rebels, another animated show that expanded Lucas' creation, introduced iconic franchise characters. Filoni transitioned to live-action with The Mandalorian, where he held multiple roles and helped Disney venture into streaming originals, achieving tremendous success.

With the incorporation of elements from his past animated works in Ahsoka, Filoni is now positioned to play a larger role in guiding the Star Wars universe and carrying on Lucas' legacy. This year, it was announced that Filoni will direct his own Star Wars movie set in the New Republic Era, serving as a crossover between The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, and The Book of Boba Fett. Based on Filoni's recent comment, audiences can expect a balance of honoring Lucas' creation while exploring new and intriguing directions.

Source: Star Wars