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In one of the lackluster movies of MCU’s phase 4,Thor: Love and Thunderwas directed by Taika Waititi and saw the return of Natalie Portman as Jane Foster. AmongstBlack Widow, Eternals, and other big marvel films,Thor: Love and Thunderwas expected to fare far better than it did.
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Fans found the movie disappointing for many reasons, with it failing to balance its tone and underutilizing Christian Bale being a few of them. In reaction to the criticism, Taika Waititi took to Twitter to defend his movie, further worsening his image for many fans.
Taika Waititi to direct a Star Wars film
With the sequels to the Star Wars franchise getting lukewarm reception, fans were concerned about who would direct the nextStar Warsfilm. After Taika Waititi was called in to direct the film in 2020, fans were excited as they were more than satisfied with hisThor: RagnarokandJojo Rabbit.
Also read:Taika Waititi Feebly Defends Thor: Love and Thunder Mediocre Reviews on Twitter, Fans Say Stop Using Out of Context Comics For Badly Made Movie
It’s about when and who will bring the sequel trilogy characters back. Daisy, John, Oscar, Kelly and Naomi all have all now said they’re opening to returning if the story is right
— Okiro (@TheFirstOkiro)July 04, 2025
Read more:‘I’m OK With It Not Happening’: Taika Waititi Couldn’t Care Less if Rumoured Creative Differences With Disney Ends His Star Wars Project
No more Skywalker or anything related to previous trilogy, it’s time to make a fresh start and work on The Old Republic
— Kelesi (@NantoHokutoKen)July 23, 2025
But the result ofThor: Love and Thunderhave made many fans question Lucasfilm’s decision. Considering feedback from fans has also become a big part ofStar Warsinstallments, Taika Waititi’s attitude towards them further worsens the deal for fans.
Oscar Isaac doesn’t want to work with Taika Waititi?
Considering the amazing portfolio of Oscar Isaac, fans were disappointed how underdeveloped his character inStar Wars, Poe Dameron was. In an interview with Deadline, the actor commented on how he didn’t intend to make such blockbuster movies in the first place, he stated:
“It’s not really what I set out to do. What I set out to do was to make handmade movies, and to work with people that inspire me.”
I’m not saying this is a jab at Taika Watiti but what if that’s a jab at Taika Watiti😅
— Outaluk (@r_luk_ey)July 16, 2025
Check out:‘I’m going to ruin Star Wars’: Taika Waititi Hits Back At Fans After Accusations of Destroying Thor in MCU
https://twitter.com/luigismariano/status/1557416435676491776
But when the actor was asked if he would return to the franchise, which has already been through a rough ride with directors shifting all the time, he hinted at the possibility of returning if the film had agreat story and a great director.
…is this him mocking Disney lmao
— Jordan (@Koalo2006)August 21, 2025
So he knows it was shit
— Julian (@JulianMdtt)June 20, 2025
Fans have speculated it to be a jab at theJojo Rabbitdirector as it is one of the few star wars films still up for grabs. Considering the negative reception thatThor 4had, Oscar Isaac could also be referring to that film.
Taika Waititi’s Untitled Star Wars Film is expected to come out in December 2025.
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Nikhil Makwana
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Nikhil Makwana is a writer for FandomWire, with interests in DC comics, anime, indie films, independent films, and Nicolas Cage. He’s pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in BBA,LLB from IFIM Law School. When he’s not writing, he reads books such as the classic Dune series and existential essays from Albert Camus and Jean-Paul Sartre.
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