The Star Wars Archives. 1977–1983. 45th Ed. - by Taschen

The Star Wars Archives. 1977–1983. 45th Ed. - by Taschen



The Star Wars Archives. 1977–1983

The definitive exploration of the original trilogy

Star Wars exploded onto our cinema screens in 1977, and the world has not been the same since. After watching depressing and cynical movies throughout the early 1970s, audiences enthusiastically embraced the positive energy of the Star wars  galaxy as they followed moisture farmer Luke Skywalker on his journey through a galaxy far, far away, meeting extraordinary characters like mysterious hermit Obi-Wan Kenobi, space pirates Han Solo and Chewbacca, loyal droids C-3PO and R2-D2, bold Princess Leia Organa and the horrific Darth Vader, servant of the dark, malevolent Emperor.
Writer, director, and producer George Lucas created the modern monomyth of our time, one that resonates with the child in us all. He formed Industrial Light & Magic to develop cutting-edge special effects technology, which he combined with innovative editing techniques and a heightened sense of sound to give audiences a unique sensory cinematic experience.
In this first volume, made with the full cooperation of Lucasfilm, Lucas narrates his own story, taking us through the making of the original trilogy—Episode IV A New Hope, Episode V The Empire Strikes Back, and Episode VI Return of the Jedi—and bringing fresh insights into the creation of a unique universe. Complete with script pages, production documents, concept art, storyboards, on-set photography, stills, and posters, this is the authoritative exploration of the original saga as told by its creator.

Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm,512 pages

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SKU: TFB10

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ISBN: 978-3-8365-8117-2


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  • Product Data
    Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm,512 pages


  • Additional Information
    The editor

    Paul Duncan is a film historian whose TASCHEN books include The Star Wars Archives, The James Bond Archives, The Charlie Chaplin Archives, The Godfather Family Album, Taxi Driver, Film Noir, and Horror Cinema, as well as publications on film directors, film genres, and movie stars.

  • Reviews
    Abel

    I could said, I am a huge fan of your works from long ago. Now, that I can afford money to buy and time to read, my life is more joyful. Thank you very much.

    Gijs

    Bought the book as a gift to my brother since we have fond memories of watching Star Wars together. He was very pleased to get it as something to remember our movienights with!

    Benoit

    As expected, incredible pictures and interesting stories. A good alternative to his bigger brother.

    Volker

    Astonishing pictures from behind the scenes, from production and from movie sets. It's a perfect book for Star Wars Fans but also for movie buffs in general.

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