Today marks the first day of Star Wars Celebration - the biggest 'Wars themed event of the year. It comes as no surprise, then, that this morning's Rise of Skywalker panel concluded with the long-awaited (and long overdue) first teaser trailer for the final film in the Skywalker Saga. You can check it out below.
Given that it's a teaser, there's not a whole lot that can be gleaned about the film just yet. That being said, it looks like we're clearly in for another visually stunning entry in the saga. It's wonderful to hear Leia's theme taking centre stage, and - given what J.J. Abrams said during the panel - we can probably take this as a clear indication that Carrie Fisher still has a large role to play in the saga. It's also great to catch our first glimpse of Lando back on the big screen - and behind the controls of the Falcon no less. Of course, the big talking point here is that final shot of the ruins of the (presumably) second Death Star. It looks like our heroes are returning to Endor? As for that laugh preceding the title placard - well, let's all just remember that these trailers are designed to misdirect in every way possible.
Perhaps my favourite part about this trailer, however, is that it contains the first reveal of the title of the film - The Rise of Skywalker. It's something I've been hoping Disney would do ever since announcing the production of more Star Wars movies. Don't get me wrong - I've appreciated the early title announcements of the previous films - but there's something far more exciting about doing it in this way.
I've unashamedly adored the previous two instalments in the sequel trilogy - and for very different reasons. I'm now more excited than ever for December to role around, and to see how this epic nine-film saga comes to a close.
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