Shawn Levy Celebrates Ryan Gosling's Birthday with Sneak Peek of Star Wars: Starfighter

A Special Birthday Tribute

Filmmaker Shawn Levy recently took to social media to honor actor Ryan Gosling on his birthday, providing fans with a behind-the-scenes look at their collaboration. He posted a candid shot of Gosling from the set of their forthcoming project, Star Wars: Starfighter, which was filmed at Pinewood Studios in London last year.

In his heartfelt message, Levy referred to Gosling as his "buddy" and shared an image of him portraying Kade Auberon. This new installment in the Star Wars saga, directed by Levy and penned by Jonathan Tropper, is set to broaden the Star Wars narrative, occurring five years after the events of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. The film boasts a talented ensemble cast, including Flynn Gray, Matt Smith, Mia Goth, Aaron Pierre, Simon Bird, Jamael Westman, Daniel Ings, and Amy Adams.

Celebrating a Milestone: Arrival's 10th Anniversary

In addition to celebrating Gosling, Levy took the opportunity to reflect on the 10th anniversary of the acclaimed science fiction film Arrival. Released in 2016 and directed by Denis Villeneuve, the film was adapted from Ted Chiang’s 1998 novella, Story of Your Life. Featuring Amy Adams as linguist Louise Banks, alongside Jeremy Renner, Forest Whitaker, and Michael Stuhlbarg, Arrival marked a pivotal moment for Levy’s production company, 21 Laps.

Levy shared his appreciation for the film's influence on his career and the science fiction genre. He noted that Arrival was a transformative experience for 21 Laps, allowing the team to witness Villeneuve’s unique vision for science fiction storytelling. Reflecting on its legacy, Levy stated that the genre has evolved significantly since the release of this powerful drama, which centers on humanity's attempts to communicate with alien visitors.