Going Rogue

Going Rogue VI: The Release

Aug 28, 2022
The discussion dives into the tumultuous production of Rogue One, highlighting rushed edits and the sudden departure of its original composer. There’s a fascinating analysis on the political undertones of the film, especially its release coinciding with a controversial election. Tansy explores how Rogue One both reflects and defies genre conventions, while the cameo from Tony Gilroy adds a unique twist. Additionally, the conversation touches on its legacy and the promising direction of the new series, Andor, focusing on the everyday struggles of rebels.
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ANECDOTE

Personal Moment During 2016 Elections

  • Tansy Gardam recounts being glued to election news while working on scripts in November 2016.
  • She felt a creeping dread that framed her reaction to Rogue One's release.
INSIGHT

Chaotic Final Months Of Production

  • Rogue One's postproduction was a frantic, distributed sprint across editors, directors and VFX teams.
  • The film grew from an intended 600 to 1,700 VFX shots and finished the day before the premiere.
INSIGHT

Last-Minute Composer Swap

  • Michael Giacchino replaced Alexandre Desplat with only weeks to compose the score.
  • He had four and a half weeks to write, record and mix a Star Wars-ish orchestral score.
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