The Star Wars community is rallying behind a campaign to resurrect the proposed spin-off film, The Hunt for Ben Solo, featuring Adam Driver as Kylo Ren. The initiative has drawn praise from actress Daisy Ridley, who expressed her admiration for the fans’ collective effort during a recent interview.
Ridley’s Insights on the Spin-off
In an interview with IGN while promoting her upcoming film, We Bury the Dead, Ridley discussed her knowledge of the previously rejected project. “I knew a piece of it. I heard rumblings,” she stated, highlighting her connections within the industry. “I have lots of friends who are crew, so things always travel like that,” she added. Ridley was surprised to learn more details when the story surfaced, noting, “When the story came out, no, I was like, ‘Oh, my God!’ And it was him that said it, right?”
The film, which was backed by notable figures including Steven Soderbergh and Rebecca Blunt, has sparked renewed interest among fans eager to see more of the beloved character. Ridley commended the fandom for uniting in support of the project, stating, “I do love when there is a collective of positivity. The way the internet seems to have rallied to try and get it to happen. I think it’s fantastic for us all.”
Community Spirit and Fandom Unity
Ridley also reflected on the significance of the campaign for fans worldwide. “It’s good for us to all be united about something in a really positive way,” she remarked. She acknowledged the popularity of Kylo Ren, emphasizing how meaningful it is that fans genuinely care about the potential project. “Wow, people really, really care and want this,” she said.
Further expressing her appreciation, Ridley commented, “I like when people join forces — excuse the pun — from all around the world, all different sorts of people.” She praised the diversity within the Star Wars fandom, describing it as “a huge and gorgeous array of different points of view and different people.” Ridley concluded, “The fact that everyone is really behind this thing, I think, is just sort of lovely, in a time that is so challenging for probably every single person on this Earth.”
The campaign to revive The Hunt for Ben Solo continues to gain momentum, reflecting the enduring impact of the Star Wars saga and the passion of its fans. As the movement grows, it underscores the powerful connection between the franchise and its audience.
