13+ hour, 3+ min ago (314+ words) Star Wars: Starfighter director Shawn Levy shared the mandate he received from Lucasfilm when crafting his new movie. With many of the previous Star Wars movies, filmmakers had to adhere to specific rules and storylines for continuity purposes within a particular trilogy. During an appearance on The Business podcast with Kim Masters, Levy spoke about filming Starfighter and the process of making a Star Wars movie. Levy has had quite the unique experience making is entry in the franchise. Lucasfilm's only demand has been originality. "There is no mandate or interference other than the constant encouragement, "Make this new.' And that's the truth," Levy said. "Every time I've asked, "Should I use this character that was maybe in that movie?' Every time it's, "You know what? People have seen that. Do something new." Star Wars: Starfighter is based on new…...