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  1. 09-28-2018, 06:41 PM #1
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    Default Kathleen Kennedy survives!

    The force is with her for three more years! Here is a little taste. Links below that.

    The veteran producer and chief of the Disney content giant behind “Star Wars” has renewed her deal through 2021, an individual familiar with the negotiations told Variety, following a tumultuous year for the label under her control.

    The re-up comes as the division gets back on solid footing following “Solo: A Star Wars Story,” the Alden Ehrenreich Han Solo spinoff that suffered disappointing box office returns and behind-the-scenes drama after the studio dismissed directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller well into production. They were replaced by Ron Howard, who was tasked with bringing home the pricey standalone (which cost at least $250 millFollowing the spectacle, Kennedy endured the rare scenario of both the industry and worldwide moviegoers speculating over her fate. Hot takes flowed."

    https://variety.com/2018/film/news/k...21-1202961551/

    https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/he...-years-1147653
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  2. 09-28-2018, 08:17 PM #2
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    Seems like the idea that she would get fired was more wishful thinking from haters then anything else?
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    Quote Originally Posted by WebLurker View Post
    Seems like the idea that she would get fired was more wishful thinking from haters then anything else?
    Actually it was coming from more than just so called "haters". "Kennedy endured the RARE scenario of BOTH the INDUSTRY and worldwide MOVIEGOERS speculating over her fate. Hot takes flowed."

    We really need to open ourselves up to the fact that just because someone liked/hated something doesn't mean they fit the preconceived notions you have of them.

    Now that we got that out of the way. Since its only three years. Does this mean she will be around when any new Star Wars movies hit the theatres? Is she still around but in a weakened capacity? Is that why her contract is up at the same time that Bob Iger's is up?How much input does she have on the Game Of Thrones guys new Star Wars movies? There was still no mention of Rian Johnson's trilogy, is it still a go?
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  4. 09-29-2018, 08:09 AM #4
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    Quote Originally Posted by Anthony W View Post
    Actually it was coming from more than just so called "haters". "Kennedy endured the RARE scenario of BOTH the INDUSTRY and worldwide MOVIEGOERS speculating over her fate. Hot takes flowed."

    We really need to open ourselves up to the fact that just because someone liked/hated something doesn't mean they fit the preconceived notions you have of them.

    Now that we got that out of the way. Since its only three years. Does this mean she will be around when any new Star Wars movies hit the theatres? Is she still around but in a weakened capacity? Is that why her contract is up at the same time that Bob Iger's is up?How much input does she have on the Game Of Thrones guys new Star Wars movies? There was still no mention of Rian Johnson's trilogy, is it still a go?
    The quote posted is just an editorial though, it's not something Kennedy or anyone actually involved in her contract negotiations stated...so yes it seems like pure speculation that it was a tense experience for her.
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  5. 09-29-2018, 09:58 AM #5
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    Good for her.

    Plus, i'm going to enjoy watching all those morons on youtube going crazy over it.
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    Her job might be safe but I feel there might be some caveats for her staying on board.
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