Amid reports that 12 Years a Slave star Lupita Nyong'o could land herself a part in the new Star Wars film, new speculation has revealed the part she could potentially play in the film.

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According to The Hollywood Reporter, Nyong'o supposedly met with director J.J. Abrams shortly before the Academy Awards where she took home the award for Best Supporting Actress.

She could reportedly be in consideration to play the daughter of Obi-Wan Kenobi, as the film is supposed to be about the offspring of characters from the first films in the franchise. According to the site, the actress may snag the role because she if non-Caucasian.

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According to Variety, sources have indicated that the filmmakers are looking for non-Caucasian actors to play the leading roles for the film. Apparently, Abrams revealed that he wants his cast to be more diverse.

One actor who is reportedly in final negotiations for a part is Adam Driver from the HBO series Girls who is rumored to play the villain.

While it is unknown exactly what the film's plot will be, there was a Twitter post with more potential scoop from journalist Ben Fritz on Tuesday that supposedly came from Disney president Bob Iger.

"Star Wars Episode VII will take place 30 years after Return of the Jedi, Iger says. 'Very familiar faces' along with trio of young leads," Fritz wrote.

Star Wars: Episode VII is set to hit theaters on Dec. 18, 2015. 

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