Lawrence Kasdan

Lawrence Kasdan, a legendary screenwriter and director known for his work on The Empire Strikes Back and Raiders of the Lost Ark, delves deep into his unexpected involvement with the Han Solo film. He shares insights from his pivotal Skywalker Ranch meeting, the struggle for Han's character identity, and the creative influence of Harrison Ford. Kasdan reveals the challenges of blending Western and noir elements and discusses the complications that led to Solo's underwhelming reception, painting a nuanced portrait of the film's tumultuous journey.