While the trailer for The Last Jedi hasn’t been released yet, we’ve discussed when Star Wars fans can expect their first look at the upcoming film, which reaches cinemas 15 December.
Details regarding Star Wars: Episode VIII have been relatively scarce so far, the official title – The Last Jedi – having only been revealed this month.
One film Johnson’s referenced numerous times when reflecting on The Last Jedi is Twelve O’Clock High, the 1949 World War II film that won two Oscars.
While there is still no official plot synopses, Rian Johnson’s list of films that influenced his direction may hint at what’s to come.