"Star Wars Episode 8" has officially started production last month. JNH has previously reported sightings of alien architecture and a possible chase scene in Dubrovnik, Croatia. But the surprise addition of "Jurassic Park's" actress Laura Dern left a question to fans. What is her role in "Star Wars Episode 8?"

Dern appears to have filled an important role in the film. According to Screencrush, speculations lead to the possibility of adding someone very close to both Leia, Rey and Luke Skywalker.

It looks like the veteran actress will be playing a senior officer within the Resistance group, as told by Latino Review. While it is unclear what her exact rank would be in "Star Wars Episode 8," it is said that she'd be second-in-command.

Theories have led fans to believe that she will be a close ally to General Leia when she gets injured at some point in the next few episodes. However, Screencrush further explained that Dern's role does not rule out the most obvious possibility that she could be possibly Rey's mother. While Luke's relationship with Rey as his daughter has not been fully confirmed, there is a strong "Force" possibility between the two. And Dern's entry into the picture might just make the relationship concrete.

While Laura Dern is slated to play a good character in the upcoming movie, Benicio del Toro is said to play an unconfirmed villain. "Star Wars Episode 8" is scheduled to premiere in theaters on Dec. 15, 2017.