Hollywood writer Michael Arndt, twice nominated for an Oscar, will write the next instalment in the “Star Wars” series, according to Lucasfilms. Arndt wrote the screenplay for “Toy Story 3” which was nominated for best adapted screenplay in 2010, and co-wrote the second film in the “Hunger Games” trilogy. In 2006, Arndt won an Oscar for his “Little Miss Sunshine” screenplay. The latest instalment in the “Star Wars” series will focus on a new generation of heroes, according to the BBC. Appearances by Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia are however possible, as with Han Solo which was played by Harrison Ford. In October, Disney announced its purchase of George Lucas’ Lucasfilms for over $4 billion and was committed to producing 3 new films.
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