Screenwriter Tony Gilroy Gets Candid About 'Rogue One' Reshoots | THR News

Tony Gilroy discusses his role in reworking Rogue One, a Star Wars story, after being hired by Lucasfilm due to dissatisfaction with the original direction. He focused on simplifying the film's narrative, emphasizing themes of sacrifice. Despite the film's success, Gilroy, not a Star Wars fan, has no plans to return to the franchise, viewing Rogue One more as a Battle of Britain movie.

What does Gilroy mean when he refers to his lack of reverence for Star Wars?

Why does Gilroy believe Rogue One is not a typical Star Wars movie?