Prequel trilogy Star wars are finding a second life now that the generation of children who saw them in the movies has grown up. Although they were heavily criticized at the time, they are now a source of much love and nostalgia. But it turns out that the famous galactic history was not at all like that. George Lucas He told this to us. An employee of these films revealed a closely guarded secret that changed history forever. Obi-Wan Kenobi and his teacher Qui-Gon Jinn.
Conceptual artist and storyboard artist Ian McCaig revealed that in Star Wars: Ep. I am the Phantom Menace, George Lucas eliminated at the last minute a fundamental detail in the relationship between Obi-Wan (Ewan McGregor) and Qui-Gon (Liam Neeson). An unexpected twist in the script that left fans speechless. And it turns out that at first they were going to switch names.
According to account data McCaig, Obi-Wan Kenobi should have been the character’s name Neesonwhile McGregor I would be Qui-Gon Jinn. When the Jedi Master died at the end of the film in battle with Darth Maula padawan will not only undertake the mission of training Anakin Skywalker. I would also take his name in honor of his legacy in the eternity of a distant galaxy.
“It was very touching that at the end, when Obi-Wan dies and Qui-Gon defeat Darth Maul and he remains with his Master when he dies, not only taking upon himself the mission of his Master, but also taking his name. Qui-Gon becomes Obi-Wan. So when you see Alec Guinness V Star Wars: Ep. IV. New hopetakes off his hood and says:Obi-Wan? I’ve never heard that name before…” Because he didn’t Obi-Wanis Qui-Gon. Right at the end George changed it,” explains the artist.
Obi-Wan Kenobi in Star wars
Ultimately, Lucas decided not to distort the situation further and establish the origins Obi-Wan Kenobi already with his name. A decision that seems very right since he is one of the most beloved characters at the moment. Star wars. Ewan McGregor proposed a character at the level of legendary Alec Guinnessearning an important place in the hearts of fans. So, more than a decade after the prequels, it’s his new time to shine.
For a long time it was assumed that Star wars the film will be made about Obi-Wan. The project was never realized, but Disney managed to release the series with McGregor as the main character in 2022. Reviews were somewhat mixed, although more positive than negative. For this reason, the actor continues to dream of a second season. At this point, Lucasfilm hasn’t made a positive announcement, but it would make sense for one to happen in the coming months.
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