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Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud
And very, very important to Disney/Lucasfilm.
The movie over-performed projections. Disney knew it wouldn't get close to TFA's $2.1 billion but they were hoping for a modest success.
The fact that it topped a billion, especially considering the fate of all of the characters, means that not only is Lucasfilm on the right track, they'll also be given freer reign and the budget to continue beyond the planned films (Han Solo, Epi 8 & 9).
It'll also allow them to continue to hire the most talented screenwriters, directors and cinematographers in the world of filmmaking.
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All excellent news.
And I hope they take note that audiences were not put off by the dark and gritty tones and continue to incorporate that feel into future films. It CAN work while making insane profits.