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'Star Wars' spinoff to be filmed in UK, confirms Brit politician

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ANI Washington
Last Updated : Jun 11 2014 | 4:35 PM IST

During a set visit to JJ Abram's 'Star Wars

The government minister tweeted: "On set of Episode VII tonight, can announce another #StarWars film will be made in UK. A #LongTermEconomicPlan in a galaxy far far away."

The new film will commence shooting in 2015, also at Pinewood, according to Hollywood Reporter.

Lucasfilm and Disney's decision to shoot the Star Wars standalone movie in the UK is testament to the incredible talent in Britain, he added.

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First Published: Jun 11 2014 | 4:20 PM IST

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