'Star Wars' exhibition draws crowds to Hong Kong's Times Square
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"Star Wars" fans and cosplayers flocked to Times Square in Hong Kong Saturday to celebrate the "Star Wars Fan Phenomenon" exhibition.

Fans of the series spoke of their excitement ahead of the latest installment: "Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens." J.J. Abrams' direction in particular seems to have many absolutely clueless as to what to expect.

"The movie is directed by a new director. The previous director was George Lucas and now it's J.J. Abrams. He is more creative. I hope I can get what I want when the movie releases," said Chris Chan, chairperson, Star War Fans Club.

"(I hope I can) get some new concepts. As I've been watching six episodes directed by George Lucas, I could predict some of his concepts. Perhaps the new director can give me some surprises with something I can't guess."

The exhibition attracted more than 50 costumed fans, whose flashing lightsabers drew the attention of the crowds.

Die-hard adult fans, and children as young as six, dressed up as characters from the franchise, including Darth Vader, Stormtroopers and new villain Kylo Ren.

"Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens" will be released December 17 in Hong Kong and the next day in the US.