It was fun for Rian Johnson to step out of the far away galaxy of "Star Wars", and delve into the world of whodunit murder mystery "Knives Out". The Oscar-nominated writer-director says the "Star Wars" franchise will always enjoy a special place in his heart. He lent his creative vision into the making of "Star Wars: The Last Jedi", which split fans and critics over Snoke's fate and Luke Skywalker's story-arc.

Asked about "Star Wars" becoming a global phenomenon, Johnson told IANS: "Well, for me, it is more of a personal connection. I grew up watching those movies as a kid, and I felt, as a little kid, like Luke Skywalker looking at the horizon… Those movies, they were in my world… It is less about 'Star Wars' as a global phenomenon, but more about what connection it has in my life."