VIDEO : Lucasfilm Releases Statement About Colin Trevorrow's Exit From 'Star Wars: Episode IX'

A report recently confirmed that Colin Trevorrow has parted ways with Star Wars: Episode IX, and Lucasfilm has now released its own statement about the split. The statement reads: ?Lucasfilm and Colin Trevorrow have mutually chosen to part ways on Star Wars: Episode IX. Colin has been a wonderful collaborator throughout the development process but we have all come to the conclusion that our visions for the project differ. We wish Colin the best and will be sharing more information about the film soon.? According to The Hollywood Reporter, script issues were at the heart of Trevorrow?s split from the film. Screenwriter Jack Thorne is currently working on a new draft of the film, so fans are anxious to learn more about the project as it moves along.