Hollywood preps for ‘Star Wars’ world premiere

“Daisy Ridley, who plays Rey, said, “[She] is just a young woman and she’s just a scavenger just kind of living a mundane life, she works to eat and she works to eat and that’s really all there is.

Several fans began holding court outside the theatre last weekend. They will join the original stars of the saga, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill, Anthony Daniels, Peter Mayhew, and Kenny Baker. Now it’s time for moviegoers to enjoy what they’ve created.

It’s unclear just where the group will be when Lucasfilm’s latest “Star Wars” installment has its worldwide premiere on Monday night.

Going forward, Abrams will still be involved in the “Star Wars” franchise as a creative consultant, but the director believes his input isn’t needed that much since the creative forces behind “Rogue One” are already more than capable.

Disney is guarding details about the plot of “Force Awakens”. They will then screen the film for critics on the following day.

Los Angeles Police Lt. John Jenal said the department is treating the premiere like other marquee events that take place on Hollywood Boulevard, including the Academy Awards. “Force Awakens” is the first in a new film trilogy.

Security is said to be extra tight and Disney is discouraging people from bringing large bags and purses, while outlawing cameras altogether.

“Star Wars” has attracted generations of loyal fans ever since the first film arrived in 1977, introducing the world to The Force, Jedi knights, Darth Vader, Wookiees and two clever droids, R2-D2 and C3PO. Ballard said the Krewe arranged for a private showing for 100 of its officers at a local theater.

Actors from the new Star Wars film having been talking about their characters, ahead of the film’s release on 17 December.