PHOTOS: Director Rian Johnson announces that “Star Wars: Episode VIII” is halfway through filming

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Behind-the-scenes magic as a crew member preps the cockpit window of a Star Wars-inspired spaceship, while an actor gears up for their scene under cinematic lighting—capturing the immersive feel guests love from attractions inspired by Star Wars: Episode VIII, directed by Rian Johnson.

“Good. Bad. I’m the guy with the microfiber sham.”

Star Wars: Episode VIII director Rian Johnson posted this sentence to Tumblr today, along with two images from the set of the film. Both depict crew members wiping down the window of an X-Wing fighter and some kind of console — presumably of the “First Order” variety.

Most important about this post though, is that the director has officially stated that the next chapter in the sci-fi saga is halfway through filming. Here’s hoping that means we get some teaser information sooner rather than later!

Check out the images below:

Cast members operate a high-tech control panel filled with screens and buttons, as one points to a display and another, dressed in Star Wars helmet gear, recreates an immersive behind-the-scenes experience from Rian Johnson’s Star Wars: Episode VIII for theme park guests.

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Star Wars: Episode VIII hits theaters December 17, 2017! Are you super hyped for this movie? Ready to get your Star Wars fix on? Make sure to let me know in the comments below!

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