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The Real Problem with Star Wars: Misguided Fan Reactions and Industry Dynamics

The Myth of the Ben Solo Spin-Off and Industry Failures

Recently, a surprising revelation emerged from actor Adam Driver, who played Kylo Ren, about an unmade Star Wars project titled "The Hunt for Ben Solo." Driver revealed that he and director Steven Sodenbergh (known for Logan Lucky) spent two years developing this film, which reportedly captivated all involved—Lucasfilm, Disney executives, and the creative teams. The script, developed alongside Sodenbergh's wife Rebecca Blunt, was regarded by Driver as one of the coolest stories he’d been part of, and reportedly had the backing of Lucasfilm and Kathleen Kennedy.