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Mark Hamill has been spotted sporting a fine growth of facial hair worthy of a Jedi Master.On the red carpet in London at the UK premiere of Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy this week, Mark Hamill posed for cameras as he exhibited his masterful facial hair, reminiscent of the beard worn by Sir Alec Guinness in the original Star Wars trilogy. Speaking to the BBC's Lizo Mzimba he explained that he was "contractually obliged" to grow the beard for his role in Star Wars Episode VII, and that it signified Luke Skywalker's role as the mentor figure, like Obi-Wan Kenobi before him. Hamill also revealed how surprised he is to be returning to Star Wars all these years later, and says that he never intended to return to the galaxy far far away. But so far he seemed impressed with the talent of the new cast and is confident that the future of Star Wars is in good hands. Click here to view the article
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On the red carpet in London at the UK premiere of Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy this week, Mark Hamill posed for cameras as he exhibited his masterful facial hair, reminiscent of the beard worn by Sir Alec Guinness in the original Star Wars trilogy. Speaking to the BBC's Lizo Mzimba he explained that he was "contractually obliged" to grow the beard for his role in Star Wars Episode VII, and that it signified Luke Skywalker's role as the mentor figure, like Obi-Wan Kenobi before him. Hamill also revealed how surprised he is to be returning to Star Wars all these years later, and says that he never intended to return to the galaxy far far away. But so far he seemed impressed with the talent of the new cast and is confident that the future of Star Wars is in good hands.
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Originally, the plan seemed to involve Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, and Harrison Ford returning in a supporting capacity for Star Wars Episode VII with the newer recruits taking the lead, but now it seems that the fan favourites will be getting one last outing as the main stars. It is still rumoured that the new characters are the offspring of Luke, Leia, and Han, and it makes sense that one last outing for the stars of the classic trilogy, while taking the opportunity to introduce the next generation of Star Wars stars.
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Recent reports have shed some light into the departure of Michael Arndt from the Episode VII script team last year. Arndt's plan was to focus on the offspring of the original heroes, whereas Abrams wants to focus on the big three one last time before handing over the reigns to the next generation.Originally, the plan seemed to involve Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, and Harrison Ford returning in a supporting capacity for Star Wars Episode VII with the newer recruits taking the lead, but now it seems that the fan favourites will be getting one last outing as the main stars. It is still rumoured that the new characters are the offspring of Luke, Leia, and Han, and it makes sense that one last outing for the stars of the classic trilogy, while taking the opportunity to introduce the next generation of Star Wars stars. Click here to view the article
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Although unconfirmed by either Disney or Mark Hamill himself, a source close to the actor has revealed that he is in training ready to appear in the latest installment of the Star Wars saga.Robert Englund, best known for his portrayal of Freddie Krueger in the Nightmare on Elm Street series, told reporters that his friend, Hamill, was in the gym preparing to return to Star Wars. Film bosses had allegedly told Hamill, along with Carrie Fisher, to tone up for a return as twins Luke Skywalker and Leia Organa. Both Hamill and Fisher previously played the brother and sister in the 1977 original, Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope, along with the two sequels of the classic trilogy, The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. Click here to view the article
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Robert Englund, best known for his portrayal of Freddie Krueger in the Nightmare on Elm Street series, told reporters that his friend, Hamill, was in the gym preparing to return to Star Wars. Film bosses had allegedly told Hamill, along with Carrie Fisher, to tone up for a return as twins Luke Skywalker and Leia Organa. Both Hamill and Fisher previously played the brother and sister in the 1977 original, Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope, along with the two sequels of the classic trilogy, The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi.
