IT’S A HOTH MESS – Disney Puts Taika Waititi’s Star Wars Movie on Ice Indefinitely

Project Status

Taika Waititi described his Star Wars movie as “very iced” while discussing it with Inverse. He said he was trying to make about four other films, but added that “ice ages do come to an end.”

The project has been in development since 2020. The host emphasized that development does not mean a film has been greenlit and interpreted Waititi’s comments as indicating that the movie is on hold indefinitely.

Discussion of Waititi and Star Wars

The host questioned why Star Wars would be assigned to a filmmaker with other priorities, suggesting the franchise may be struggling to attract directors. Waititi had previously said he wanted his story to balance serious stakes with fun, as in the original films, while remaining distinct from other projects in the franchise.

The discussion was sharply critical of Waititi’s recent work. The host praised parts of Thor: Ragnarok but argued that its jokes undercut major moments, including Odin’s death and the destruction of Asgard. Thor: Love and Thunder was dismissed as poor.

The host also cited a reported 25% Rotten Tomatoes score for Waititi’s Clara and the Sun, describing the reception as a setback. A Variety review was quoted as criticizing the film’s strained whimsical comedy, despite Jenna Ortega’s efforts.

Presenters and Contributors

• The Nerdrotic host: Not named in the subtitles.
• Ryan: Addressed as a co-presenter.
• Eric Kaine: Quoted in the discussion but does not appear to be a presenter in the video.