There has been very little love lost between fans and Kathleen Kennedy over the choices she made since taking the position at the helm of Lucasfilm. To say the Sequel Trilogy has fans divided is an understatement of truly epic proportions. The Force Awakens received mixed reviews. The Last Jedi seemed to divide the fans in two. But it was Solo that seemed to be the last straw for many fans. Whether you agree or disagree with the power that be, it looks like Disney is looking to replace Kathleen Kennedy.
From what I can gather from various reports, forums, and online buzz, Kennedy will leave Lucasfilm sometime in the fall. Reports speculate that she will announce her replacement in September. This should give Disney and company time to find a replacement. But who is willing to take control of the sinking ship? Over the weekend, Bob Iger held a secret meeting to discuss this very issue.
Kennedy Replacement Front-Runners
There have been a number of people tapped as potential options for the role. The head of Marvel Studios, Kevin Feige, seemed to be Iger’s top choice for the role. He’s essentially brought the Marvel film universe our of obscurity and into the main stream. At the writing of this post, he has not accepted the job publicly. In all actuality, no one seems willing to take on the position. Even J.J. Abrams has been rumored to turn down the job.
Personally, I would love to see someone like Dave Filoni or Pablo Hildalgo fill the void, but it’s unlikely that either of those would the experience to run something as vast as Lucasfilm. Also, there’s the fact that if either of them did take control, fans would lose them in the creative positions that they are currently in and I really want a stand alone movie directed by Dave Filoni.
The Great Divide
Who ever replaces Kathleen Kennedy is going to have a touch road ahead. They will have to regain the trust of disenfranchised fanboys, defend against the anger of those fans who liked what Kennedy was doing, and bring in an entirely new generation of fans. All while making Lucasfilm and Disney money hand over fist. Keep in mind that this is not just to manage the movies. This will oversee all Star Wars products including video games, films, TV shows, books, comics, toys, and even the annoying advertisements we see on everything from bags of lettuce to birth control.
What makes this whole thing more interesting is the comparisons that can be drawn between these events and the Prequel Trilogy. We have a ruling figure being ousted from power by making bad decisions or simply a lack of action. Who ever takes her place with either be the longed for chosen one or dark lord sent to bring unity through force. Whoever Disney gets to replace Kathleen Kennedy, one thing is certain: the future of Star Wars is uncertain.
Jun 28 2018
Who Want’s to Replace Kathleen Kennedy?
There has been very little love lost between fans and Kathleen Kennedy over the choices she made since taking the position at the helm of Lucasfilm. To say the Sequel Trilogy has fans divided is an understatement of truly epic proportions. The Force Awakens received mixed reviews. The Last Jedi seemed to divide the fans in two. But it was Solo that seemed to be the last straw for many fans. Whether you agree or disagree with the power that be, it looks like Disney is looking to replace Kathleen Kennedy.
From what I can gather from various reports, forums, and online buzz, Kennedy will leave Lucasfilm sometime in the fall. Reports speculate that she will announce her replacement in September. This should give Disney and company time to find a replacement. But who is willing to take control of the sinking ship? Over the weekend, Bob Iger held a secret meeting to discuss this very issue.
Kennedy Replacement Front-Runners
There have been a number of people tapped as potential options for the role. The head of Marvel Studios, Kevin Feige, seemed to be Iger’s top choice for the role. He’s essentially brought the Marvel film universe our of obscurity and into the main stream. At the writing of this post, he has not accepted the job publicly. In all actuality, no one seems willing to take on the position. Even J.J. Abrams has been rumored to turn down the job.
Personally, I would love to see someone like Dave Filoni or Pablo Hildalgo fill the void, but it’s unlikely that either of those would the experience to run something as vast as Lucasfilm. Also, there’s the fact that if either of them did take control, fans would lose them in the creative positions that they are currently in and I really want a stand alone movie directed by Dave Filoni.
The Great Divide
Who ever replaces Kathleen Kennedy is going to have a touch road ahead. They will have to regain the trust of disenfranchised fanboys, defend against the anger of those fans who liked what Kennedy was doing, and bring in an entirely new generation of fans. All while making Lucasfilm and Disney money hand over fist. Keep in mind that this is not just to manage the movies. This will oversee all Star Wars products including video games, films, TV shows, books, comics, toys, and even the annoying advertisements we see on everything from bags of lettuce to birth control.
What makes this whole thing more interesting is the comparisons that can be drawn between these events and the Prequel Trilogy. We have a ruling figure being ousted from power by making bad decisions or simply a lack of action. Who ever takes her place with either be the longed for chosen one or dark lord sent to bring unity through force. Whoever Disney gets to replace Kathleen Kennedy, one thing is certain: the future of Star Wars is uncertain.
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By Thaddaeus Brodrick • Uncategorized • • Tags: Fired, Kathleen Kennedy, Lucasfilm replacement, Replacement