UPDATE! Pics from the Event. Star Wars Celebration Anaheim: Opening Ceremony With J. J. Abrams & Kathleen Kennedy!
J. J. Abrams and Kathleen Kennedy kick off Celebration Anaheim with a bang by discussing the Star Wars franchise, along with the new film in the series: The Force Awakens. Keep checking this page for live updates!
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Or join the party in The Cantina for some cool prizes and fun HERE.
JJ and Kathy were met with thunderous applause and thanked the audience. Kathy expressed gratitude toward George Lucas toward letting her take this position of CEO. JJ expressed uncertainty toward working on a Star Wars movie at Kathy’s request, but ultimately was willing to take the challenge.
JJ continued by saying that practical effects was necessary in order for everyone to get into the movie.
JJ confirmed that the desert planet is not Tattooine, but a new planet called Jaku.
JJ and Kathy then went on to thank everyone for their contributions for Force For Change, announcing another plan for a new initiative involving food distribution.
They introduced the two Droid Mechanics who were hired from a previous Star Wars Celebration to work on new animatronics (including R2-D2) for the new movie. BB-8 was then introduced to the audience.
The next subject were the actors. Both JJ and Kathy applauded Harrison Ford for his bravery regarding his plane crash. Oscar Isaac, John Boyega, and Oscar Isaac walked onto the stage to discuss their characters. Rey is described as a solitary, self-sufficient character. Finn is described as a Stormtrooper placed in danger in a way that changes his life. Poe is described as an ace pilot sent by Leia on a mission, who meets Finn on his journey.
The new Stormtroopers walked onto the stage, displaying their sleek new armor. Anthony Daniels, Carrie Fisher, Peter Mayhew, and Mark Hamill walked on-stage to cheers. Daniels expressed gratitude for the fans for sticking to the franchise for nearly 40 years. Mayhew expressed thanks to the cast and crew for letting him be with the show for so long. Fisher mentioned that she had a new outfit, and that she was glad that more women will be in the movie. Mark Hamill called the fans “family” and loved that the Star Wars franchise could be as successful and great as it has been.
The cast and crew posed together for photographs, followed by a new teaser.
Images from the event:
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You know for a second I thought you guys weren’t going to post an official link!!
Too excited. Thanks!
Words can’t express how I(we) are feeling at the moment!! CAN’T WAIT FOR ALL INFO RELEASED!!!!!
Gonk droid!!!!
I’m in!
I hope there will be a new teaser or trailer! I would be awesome! What news do you think i could be?
I know it’s said all the time and maybe even taken for granted… but I am genuinely excited. I’m just sitting here giddy listening to the Star Wars music of the stream =D
What time is that in the UK?
6PM in the UK.
Guys, this is my first post, I’m so excited, I’m in China right now tucked up in bed…..just….. Waiting…..
享受
I’m not Chinese, I live here
Whew I was worried maybe I used the wrong script for enjoy. There was like 8 variations. Anyway that’s what I said… Enjoy!
Haha you too buddy
I NEED THE TRAILER! ITS AGONIZING!
There’s has been an awakening!! Have you felt it?
YOU’RE DAMN RIGHT I HAVE!!!! COME ON LET GET THIS THING GOING!!!
you watching pornhub again
Just like you!!!
I’m in Australia when does it start
Australia doesn’t get to watch it. 😛
I think it starts for everyone in 15 minutes.
15 minutes or so
In 15 mins dude
Guys, I’ve seen the new photos but is their anything else from today that leaked? Link us you heroic saint
The music for this video stream is getting me pumped up lol
Right? lol… we’ve all heard these so many times and yet… it still works!
<5 minutes!
Please show us a trailer. I’m so excited!!!!
Ohhh fuuuuck guysss 1 minute left!!!!
Fitting that they are playing the closing credits music from ROTJ!
Its 10 am hurry up JJ
Oh come on, always those delays!!! 😉
It’s late,come on!
Haha did everyone really ignore the guy?
Yes, because it’s ridiculous, like the music.
WTF djelliot? seriously?
Ok, this silly music of the begginnig it’s ridiculous
Why are they raping the Star Wars soundtrack???
Really? I don’t know, man. I don’t know.
The crowd seems unamused
I’m so sick of that picture. Yes it started!!
keep getting “this video is not available” on all video channels. pissed
Omg and here we go with the practical sets
I have been tipped off by a source who wishes to remain anonymous that the audience gets a 15% rebate on their ticket price if they act positive and energetic and cheer at designated times (indicated by a light above the stage). Rebate claims can only begin 10 minutes after filming ends. And you must find yourself on a video replay to prove you were positive.
I would SOO DOO Kathleen Kennedy!
Chewie!!!!!
So the desert planet is NOT Tatooine.
NOT Tattoine!
I think I`ve just fallen madly in love with BB-8. Love at first sight.
Madly in love with BB-8? How about Daisy…my God!
Alright get to the movie guys… i didn’t wake up early for this
Desert Planet isn’t Tatooine, it’s called “Ja’koo” (sp?). Interesting….
So it is NOT Tatooine but a place called Jakoo?
ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha
Time to eat some humble pie guys… and while you’re at it, say “sorry” to Jason Ward at makingstarwars.
GUYS,
I’m Perrymoon, and now you can insult me as much as you want, as one of the promoters of “WHAT THE HECK ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT, THAT’S TATOOINE!!!!!!”
Jaku
Jaku…
…and not Tatooine!!!
Today is a dark day indeed for the makingstarwars haters.
I think I’m going to celebrate with another can of beer.
BB-8 sounds so cute!
Haha suckers we told you there was an actual BB-8 Droid that actually worked!!
and he was awesome!!!
@rebelgb
Did anybody doubt it? Jeez, we’ve been hearing nothing BUT “we’re using practical effects” since day 1.
EVERYONE HATED ON BB8 AND HE IS BADASSSSS!!!!
Those costumes are saweeet!
Daisy is gorgeous
Yes and her accent makes her even sexier!
LOL TOLD YOU
Force Unleashed 1&2? He isnt a real fan.
Which is probably a good thing if we use Harrison as an example of not-a-fan.
Wow, check this out! http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-3042280/JJ-Abrahams-greets-super-fans-ahead-release-Star-Wars-Episode-VII-Force-Awakens-second-trailer-featuring-Harrison-Ford-Carrie-Fisher.html
Fantastic pics starting to feel really good about this movie
DONT GIVE US THE SCREEN, SHOW US THE DAMN TRAILER IM IN TERRIBLE PAIN
AAAHHHHHHHH THAT WAS SO BADASS!!!!!
WHAT DE FUCK
NEW TRAILER
OH MY GOD I have tears in my eyes!!
My God my God!!! So frickin awesome!
Wow… that… was entertaining beginning to end. Now I have to rewatch that trailer 400 times.
Nothing but love here.
waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah!!!!
mind blown
I HAVENT SEEN IT WHAT DE FUCK IM JUST STUCK AT THE FUCKING THANKS FOR WATCHING SCREEN ARE U FUCKING KIDDING ME
HAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Major goosebumps at the end!!!!
WHAT DE FUCK WHY DID IT NOT SHOW UP ON THE YOUTUBE STREAM IM SO FREAKING PISSED OFF
Just saw the trailer!!!!
WHERE CAN WE WATCH IT AGAIN?!
Mind=blown. Besides the obvious confirmation of Luke/Anakin’s old lightsaber returning somehow, There wasn’t a single thing that dampened my child-like ecstasy while watching that trailer.
Jumpin jesus on a pogo stick!
link to new trailer?
Chewie…..we’re home!
Actually slightly teary eyed seeing Han and chewie. Just Brilliant.
I couldn’t see it!!!!!!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngElkyQ6Rhs
New Trailer
OMFG!!!!!!!!!!!! that was badasssss
Han and Chewie at the end!!! Amazing trailer, great action.
New trailer. Get it online. NOW!
HOLY CRAP LUKES MONOLOGUE TYING TO THE OT. man wasnt expecting that. now where to go to see it again and again??!!
WOW! THAT NEW TRAILER !!!
Its time to own up people. Who had their screen recorder on during the trailer ?
I honestly Have to say that this is the most disappointing star wars trailer I have ever seen.
You have no soul
Fuck off!
TURD!
This will be the biggest movie ever… new trailer gave me chills!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngElkyQ6Rhs
brilliant
wow, BB 8 actually upstaged everyone!
JJ has smartwatch in his hand 😛
I wasn’t sure if I wanted to watch the trailer on my phone, but it happened. I feel like I’m more excited to watch it again at home…
Love the troopers, love BB8.
Different desert planet, ya sneaky bastages!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngElkyQ6Rhs
Dude someone post the fucking trailer NOWWWWWWW I MISSED IT!!!!! Dahhhjh
It is on youtube!
Never thought I would see Han Solo again… that was an incredible moment.
The new teaser is sick i freaking love it!!
don’t say “sick” then, say “good”.
And if you could not say anything at all, that would be perfect.
Oh thank god! Thank u anonymous u r awesome!! That was the best thing I have seen in 10 years!!! YESS ITS BACK BABY
Wow!
OMG, THAT TEASER THO!
WOW… an Emotionally charged trailer. JJ you rock son! anyone who did not like that trailer is Insane! 🙂
Why does it look like Han is just wearing a casual shirt and leather jacket. Oh wait that`s because he is.
This reminded me of something …Oh yeah
Freakin’ Star Wars baby !!!!!
It’s back
Might have misheard as my kids were playing up at the time but did Anthony Daniels say that ewan mcgregor might be returning? Also JJ said Harrison was likely to be there next year – does this suggest he doesn’t kick the bucket as rumoured?
I started getting teary eyed at the panel when they started introducing the original cast…..and Mark still looks like he’s kept the weight off and with haircut and no beard looks quiet good. Then I lost signal for the trailer but watched it on youtube. I loved it…but have to say the panel was great great too!!!♡♡♡
New Marvel Star Wars comic…LANDO!!!!
http://www.starwars.com/news/lando-1-coming-in-july-from-marvel-exclusive
jackoo… I can’t believe those sceptical fans aere right… :/
“Jakku” not “jackoo” 😀
I am so proud of sw again thx jj
Want old Stormtroopers back – RESHOOT ASAP!!!
Where are the gungans?
I can’t wait to see a full shot of Luke in all his Jedi master glory! It’s oubviosly him with R2D2 and the robotic hand. No one says anything about the burned cadre helmet?!! That was awesome!
*vader
I’m shocked it’s not Tatooine. I guess if you were were hiding from the empire, Luke’s home planet is probably not the best place to be. Hopefully jakku will distinguish itself with unique design elements so it doesn’t feel like Tatooine (thematically I mean. Obviously there are loads of desert planets in the galaxy)
another thing for JJ to add to his to-do list. Because right now he has to worry about VII not feeling like a retread of IV.
That was a great teaser. Am I wrong or does Screenrant say there will be a full trailer with Avengers AoU ? (Longer than this one)
Chewie, we’re home’ doesnt really do it for me,
..Things Han Solo could of said in the new ‘Star Wars, Force awakens trailer’ when he arrives on back on his Millenium Falcon, other than – ‘Chewie, we’re home’
‘Chewie, better put the cat out’
‘Chewie, put he heater on’
‘Chewie, grab us a cold one’
‘Chewie, check the answering machine for messages’
‘Chewie, check the footy scores’
‘Chewie, put the kettle on’
‘Chewie, fetch me my pills’
‘Chewie, i wonder if Deal or no Deal has started’
‘Chewie, go run a warm bath’
‘Chewie, have you ever been to a turkish prison?’
‘Chewie, i said stay outside’
‘Chewie, we need milk’
‘Chewie, look at all this mail’
‘Chewie, and you think Lando would of left a full tank for us’
‘Chewie, fancy a night cap?’
‘Chewie, pizza or thai?’
‘Chewie, get off my leg’
‘Chewie, you left your hair straightener on’
‘Chewie, better empty the dishwasher’
‘Chewie, not tonight ok’
‘Chewie, wanna play pilots and co-pilots?’
‘Chewie, instagram this hunk of junk #weback’
‘Chewie, dude wheres my …ohh’
‘Chewie, these damn furballs’
‘Chewie, fire up the Holiday special’
and my personal favorite..
‘Chewie, im too old for this shit’
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3w9O3c1xaU
Daisy Ridley is taller than I thought!
Here’s something I just realized. You can’t really see Chewie’s right arm. Were the robotic arm rumors true?
http://static.comicvine.com/uploads/original/7/72848/1353968-han_solo___chewie.jpg
The most iconic han chewie picture, google it and it’s the first you get, han and chewie with guns standing in the entrnce of the falcon, the shot in the teaser rminds me of that.