Exclusive: Explosive Revelations Unveiled! Rogue One Director Addresses Shocking On-Set Tensions

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Director Gareth Edwards addresses rumors of behind-the-scenes issues on Rogue One, asserting that there was a lot of inaccuracy about what happened on the film.

Edwards expresses gratitude for the chance to create a Star Wars film, dismissing any notion of complaining about his experience, and emphasizing his pride in the collective effort that went into making the movie.

While Edwards' statements dismiss the involvement of Tony Gilroy in reshoots and the rumors of him replacing Edwards as the director of the film, the doubts surrounding the creative visions behind Star Wars projects persist among fans.

Gareth Edwards, the director of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, has addressed rumors surrounding the behind-the-scenes situation of the highly acclaimed prequel film. Serving as a direct prequel to the original Star Wars film released in 1977, Rogue One takes place just before the iconic opening sequence of A New Hope. The movie depicts the courageous rebels who unite to steal the Death Star plans, a pivotal event referenced in the franchise's inaugural opening crawl, ultimately leading to the rebels' first significant triumph against the First Galactic Empire. This blockbuster film achieved tremendous success, warranting one of the largest movie budgets ever, and grossing over a billion dollars at the box office. It also received widespread critical acclaim, being hailed as the franchise's inaugural war film by many.

While the Star Wars film was a commercial success, there were reportedly numerous instances of interference that plagued its production. Many viewed the issues faced by Rogue One as a warning sign for what would follow. Alongside reports of studio interference, rumors have circulated about tensions on set and the undermining of director Edwards' authority by Tony Gilroy, who joined the production at a later stage. In a recent interview with KCRW regarding his new project, The Creator, Edwards addressed these rumors. "The internet is filled with so much inaccurate information about what really happened during the making of that film," he stated. "Tony made significant contributions, unquestionably. However, we collaborated as a team until the very end of the movie."

Edwards also expressed dislike for anyone who complains about their experience on Rogue One, stating that not many people have empathy for those who complain about such an opportunity. He expressed his pride in the movie they all made and emphasized the importance of remaining grateful and not speaking negatively. Edwards fondly recalled some memorable experiences, including how a Rogue One planet got its name in a humorous way.

The involvement of Gilroy, a highly regarded writer who openly admitted to not being a fan of Star Wars, in the production of Rogue One and the extensive reshoots conducted just before its release in 2016, has received significant attention. This has led to speculations that Gilroy took over as the film's ghost director, replacing Edwards. However, Edwards' recent statements seem to conclusively disprove these rumors and affirm that he was actively involved throughout the creative process.

Rogue One, being a standalone film, did not receive as much acceptance from the fanbase as the spin-off series Andor, directed by Gilroy, which has achieved significant success. The success of Andor has had a positive impact on Star Wars: Ahsoka, the current Disney Plus series. Ultimately, Edwards and Gilroy have been recognized for their contributions to the franchise.

You can watch Rogue One: A Star Wars Story on Disney Plus.

Source: KCRW