2. Letting Lucas Anywhere Near It
This one should be a no-brainer, and given that it appears George Lucas isn't writing, directing or even producing the new film - but simply serving as a consultant - then perhaps a new voice will be able to regain some of Star Wars' esteem and respect. However, there's always the worry that once a new film succeeds - and after all, Lucas only said he wouldn't be working on the one film - that he might try and get in on the action for subsequent films. The best thing anyone can tell George at that juncture is, of course: no. While Lucas is unquestionably a better director than he is a writer - who can forget his classic "I hate sand..." speech from Episode II - he's best kept at arm's length from the project as much as possible. Give him final cut privileges, but let a new creative talent get the chance to place their own stamp on a franchise that has become an embarrassment in recent years. One can hope that, given the poor esteem of the newer films, Lucas has been scared off touching it again.