Rian Johnson

Creating the Lightspeed Crash in ‘The Last Jedi’

This video essay looks at what went into that breathtaking moment. Read More

14 Things We Learned From ‘The Director and the Jedi’

The latest 'Star Wars' documentary explores all of the behind the scenes stresses and triumphs from 'The Last Jedi.' Read More

What Russian Bots Wanted From ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’

There are some fascinating little tidbits in the 'Last Jedi' production documentary, 'The Director and The Jedi.' Read More

Watch ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi,’ Then Watch These Movies

Recommendations that inspired Rian Johnson in the making of 'Episode VIII' and more.  Read More

‘The Brothers Bloom’: The Wrong Time for a Great Film

In defense of 'The Brothers Bloom,' the ugly duckling of Rian Johnson's pre-'Star Wars' filmography. Read More

6 Filmmaking Tips From ‘Star Wars’ Directors

Learn the secrets to helming an episode of the biggest movie franchise in history. Read More

Rian Johnson to Direct All-New Star Wars Trilogy

A new trilogy will exist separately from the Skywalker Saga. Read More

Rian Johnson Brings Some Serious Heart to ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’

Which evidently involves Johnson directing a rather sensitive-looking Chewie scene too. Read More

6 Films To Set the Mood for the Time Loop Slasher ‘Happy Death Day’

Time Loop madness: making right what will have once gone wrong. Read More