Mark Hamill Says The Last Jedi is Pretty Unique For Star Wars, and It Will Shock Fans

If you think J.J. Abrams recycled too many elements from previous Star Wars films in The Force Awakens, we have good news for you. According to star Mark Hamill, Rian Johnson's The Last Jedi will be unique compared to other Star Wars films, but that's not the only bit he's teasing. He also said that the film will shock fans.

Speaking to Hollywood Outbreak, the legendary actor said:

"I think it's pretty unique when Luke says it's time for the Jedi Order to end. It's like, 'What?!' He was the most optimistic character. He embodied hope, and to see him say that, I was in shock as I think the audience will be. But the movie is filled with that. I mean, I love the fact that there are still unexpected elements in a franchise that's so familiar, and we are not like repeating ourselves. [We're] trying to make the film as unique as possible. We couldn't have found a better person to do that than [director] Rian Johnson."

Mark Hamill's comment seems to fit with what Adam Driver said about Kylo Ren taking an unexpected path in The Last Jedi. Maybe the film will give us a shocking revelation about Snoke's identity or Rey's parents. We're so hyped to see this sequel, and I'm glad that Lucasfilm and Rian Johnson are taking a unique approach in Episode VIII.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi is set to hit theaters on December 15, 2017.

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