Now, we have word that a representative for the filmmaker has debunked the story. Take a look at the official statement released on behalf of the director.
"While he is super flattered because he is a huge fan, Zack is not involved in any way with the new Star Wars. He is currently in post on his two films, Man of Steel and 300: Rise of an Empire."
While Zack Snyder may not be involved, this doesn't mean that the project isn't happening. We reported in November that Lawrence Kasdan and Simon Kinberg are writing two different movies that will serve as spin-offs to Star Wars: Episode VII.
Untitled Zack Snyder Star Wars Movie comes to theaters in 2016. The film is directed by Zack Snyder.
Star Wars: The Force Awakens comes to theaters December 18th, 2015 and stars John Boyega, Daisy Ridley, Carrie Fisher, Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Adam Driver, Domhnall Gleeson, Lupita Nyong'o. The film is directed by J.J. Abrams.