The infamous pair who fought to death in one of the most famous franchises in pop culture reunited for what might be the last.
Disney + released the final episode of the six-part miniseriesObi-Wan Kenobi on Wednesday. I realized that the name of this series came from 10 years later, with the original Padawan pointing down again. The Jedi Knight's tragic turn is on the dark side.
"It was a surreal experience to return to this character," said Canadian actor Hayden Christensen, who replayed the role of Anakin Skywalker, who turned to Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars series. I did. The
series follows Obi-Wan, who set out to rescue Princess Leia, who was kidnapped at the age of 10 — begins a series of events leading to a conflict with Darth Vader.
17 years later, Hayden Christensen as Darth Vader reunites with co-star Ewan McGregor as Obi-Wan Kenobi in the Disney + series
Last time Christensen wore a Darth Vader suit 17 years ago, then Star Wars:Episode III – Sith's Revenge,is played by Ewan McGregor in the movie and new series After Kenobi, he was driven to death. Rescue by the emperor, cryotank, and many new hardware.
But earlier battles were a crucial moment in the Star Wars canon, plagued both characters with the latest installations.
Canadian director Deborah Chow said it was important to reunite the two strongly associated characters, especially at shows that were highly relevant to previous film events.
"I felt very strongly that it should be Hayden," said Chow, who first brought to him an idea a few years ago in Toronto. ..
Deborah Chow{49 on why it was a challenge to direct a series that fills the gap in the Star Wars timeline. }
Christensen He said he didn't expect him to return to that role, but when Chow called, he took it on without hesitation.
"It was a very easy decision," he told CBC News because he wanted to explore the evolution of Skywalker.
What's the other part of the lottery? Almost 20 years later, he collaborated with McGregor again because the two actors became intimate during the filming of the previous film.
"There was a lot of nostalgia in the whole experience," Kristensen said. “Shaking the lightsaber together brought back a lot of old memories.”
However, there were some harmful moments following the premiere of the series.
"There is nothing anyone can do to stop this hatred," she said in the video.
She also thanked the people who supported her.
"We are all a little bit sad about it," said Chow, who said the franchise was in public support for Ingram.
"We love her as a person and as an actor."
10-year story gap
Obi-Wan Kenobiis a Sithwho will recover 10 years after therevenge, filling the gaps in the Star Wars timeline and overseeing the episode. It was a welcome challenge for Chow.
"We had these huge iconic legacy characters and were in between the trilogy, so it was a big responsibility," she said. ..
Chow she said she currently has no plans for a second season.