Synopses & Reviews
George Lucas is perhaps the most original and successful movie creator, inventor, and entrepreneur since Walt Disney. His universally popular 5tar Wars Trilogy (1977-83), acclaimed for its grand narrative scope and unprecedented special effects, stands as a turning point in film history. This revised and updated edition of Charles Champlin's insightful study of Lucas includes 85 new illustrations and brings the story of this remarkable man and his innovative empire up to the present.
Every significant film that Lucas has created, shaped, or directly influenced is discussed and pictured here, from THX 1138 and American Graffiti up to the making of 1997's Special Edition of the Star Wars Trilogy and the complete Adventures of Indiana Jones as a Young Man. The amazing expansion of his company, Lucasfilm Ltd., including its trailblazing special-effects division Industrial Light and Magic, is also covered, along with developments at his legendary headquarters, Skywalker Ranch.
Description
Includes filmography and index.