We interview the Star Wars director in Tokyo as he talks about the easiest and most difficult parts of writing an ending to the nine-film series.
J.J. Abrams
Adaptation of Makoto Shinkai hit now has a high-profile American director, who the producers say was their first choice.
Makoto Shinkai’s anime is unabashedly emotional, but the director sounds like a detached dad when discussing his mega-hit baby’s next step.
J.J.’s in Japan, so we paid him a visit to ask about his favorite part of making films and the intense pressure of working on such a beloved franchise.
The famed Hollywood director was ready to set his phaser to “idol.”