Gareth Edwards’ highly anticipated sci-fi blockbuster, The Creator, is generating buzz among audiences who are questioning whether it is a Star Wars movie. Directed by Gareth Edwards, best known for his work on Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, The Creator tackles themes of artificial intelligence and technological evolution. While the visuals and tone of the film may draw comparisons to Star Wars, it is, in fact, an original story and is not associated with the Star Wars franchise.
Although Edwards has only directed one Star Wars film, his previous work on films such as Monsters and Godzilla showcases his expertise in both existing IP and fresh storytelling. The Creator stars John David Washington as Joshua, an ex-special forces agent hired to eliminate the enigmatic Creator, who possesses the power to determine the outcome of the war between man and machine.
Visually, The Creator shares some similarities with Rogue One, with the presence of AI beings that resemble Star Wars droids. However, the film explores fresh thematic territory and presents audiences with a new story from the acclaimed British filmmaker.
Interestingly, Edwards conceived the idea for The Creator while on the publicity tour for Rogue One. During a road trip, he found inspiration when driving past a factory situated in a field. Intrigued by the concept of a robot leaving its familiar surroundings in a factory and venturing into the world, Edwards developed the entire movie in his head during the drive.
Although The Creator is not part of the Star Wars universe, audiences who have seen the film continue to draw comparisons to Star Wars and other iconic sci-fi favorites, showering the blockbuster with praise.
Overall, The Creator showcases Gareth Edwards’ ability to craft imaginative and thought-provoking narratives. While it may evoke similarities to Star Wars in terms of visuals and tone, it stands on its own as an original science fiction film. Audiences can expect a thrilling and visually stunning experience when The Creator hits US theaters on September 29th, 2023.
