On weekly , CNN announced George Lucas would direct new ` 'Star Wars ' ties . Latest frenzy symbolic of battle between fans and George Lucas . Who owns the `` Star Wars '' universe ? It 's become part of the culture .
On January 25 , Disney announced J.J. Abrams would direct new `` Star Wars '' Fans came down pro or con ; many are concerned about Abrams ' `` Star Trek '' ties . Latest frenzy symbolic of battle between fans and George Lucas . Who owns the `` Star Wars '' universe ? It 's become part of the culture .