"Star Wars" is back, and we could not be more excited! Here are some things we're anticipating with the release of "Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens."
The New Cast
Who are they? What are their stories? I cannot wait to find out. It's going to be incredible to have a brand new generation of characters in this iconic universe.
The Old Cast
Where are they now? What's changed? Are Han and Leia together? Where is Luke Skywalker??
BB-8
This new, adorable little astro-droid has already stolen the hearts of many. I can't wait to see this real life puppet move around on the big screen. But look at that mischievous eye; can he be trusted?
Kylo Ren
Who is this guy? What's his motivation? Is he in some way connected to Luke or Rey? Or both?
Andy Serkis' and Lupita Nyong'o's Characters
Andy Serkis, the supreme leader of motion capture acting (Gollum in "The Lord of the Rings" and Caesar in "Rise of the Planet of the Apes"), has a villainous role in the new film that we know barely anything about. He is said to play a very important role. Lupita also has a very important motion capture role as the 1,000-year-old pirate Maz Kanata, who we're heard narrating nearly all of the trailers and TV spots.
Practical Effects
Director J.J. Abrams and the crew of the new film are doing everything in their power to make this film as real as possible, from creating practical droids and puppets to building real sets and ships and from shooting on location in Abu Dhabi and Iceland and using real lightsabers on set for lighting purposes. This film is going to be incredible to witness.
The Millennium Falcon
After 32 years, the fastest hunk o' junk in the galaxy is back on the big screen!
Go see "Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens" when more tickets are finally available the week after it releases on December 18, 2015.
