Star Wars Needs the ‘Rogue Squadron’ Movie

In the decade since Disney bought Lucasfilm, Star Wars films have gone from having the ambitious goal of one film each year to producing none in the past five. Various projects have come and gone during that time, and it looked like Rogue Squadron would simply be another casualty, but recent statements have given the film, for lack of a better phrase, a new hope. More than other projects in the franchise, this story could provide a breath of fresh air to a world that feels small and add a critical injection of creativity to a galaxy recently lacking it. One of the franchise's greatest flaws today, arguably present since the revival period began, is the refusal to take risks and explore untouched parts of the galaxy. Although some attempts have been made over the years, none have reached the big screen and the massive audience that comes with it. Should Patty Jenkins have her way and get her passion project off the ground, she just might be able to provide this struggling franchise with the jump into hyperspace it requires.