The Star Wars Archives - Episodes IV-Vi: 1977-1983

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A comprehensive look at the making of the original Star Wars trilogy, from 1977 to 1983. This book offers an insider’s view of how the iconic saga came to life.

An in-depth journey through the creation of Episodes IV, V, and VI, narrated by George Lucas himself.

Star Wars burst onto the big screen in 1977, changing cinema forever. After a decade of bleak and cynical films, audiences were captivated by the uplifting spirit of this epic space adventure. Following moisture farmer Luke Skywalker as he travels across a galaxy far, far away, viewers met unforgettable characters like the enigmatic Obi-Wan Kenobi, daring space rogues Han Solo and Chewbacca, faithful droids C-3PO and R2-D2, fearless Princess Leia Organa, and the menacing Darth Vader, enforcer of the sinister Emperor.

George Lucas, the visionary writer, director, and producer, crafted a modern myth that speaks to the child within us all. He founded Industrial Light & Magic to pioneer groundbreaking special effects, blending innovative editing and immersive sound design to deliver a one-of-a-kind cinematic experience.

This first volume, created with full access to Lucasfilm, features Lucas sharing his own story behind the original trilogy-Episode IV: A New Hope, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back, and Episode VI: Return of the Jedi. It offers fresh perspectives on building this extraordinary universe. Packed with script pages, production documents, concept art, storyboards, on-set photos, stills, and posters, this book stands as the definitive guide to the original Star Wars saga directly from its creator.

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