Download or read book Lucasfilm written by Cyrus R.K. Patell and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2021-07-15 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From A New Hope to The Rise of Skywalker and beyond, this book offers the first complete assessment and philosophical exploration of the Star Wars universe. Lucasfilm examines the ways in which these iconic films were shaped by global cultural mythologies and world cinema, as well as philosophical ideas from the fields of aesthetics and political theory, and now serve as a platform for public philosophy. Cyrus R. K. Patell also looks at how this ever-expanding universe of cultural products and enterprises became a global brand and asks: can a corporate entity be considered a “filmmaker and philosopher”? More than any other film franchise, Lucasfilm's Star Wars has become part of the global cultural imagination. The new generation of Lucasfilm artists is full of passionate fans of the Star Wars universe, who have now been given the chance to build on George Lucas's oeuvre. Within these pages, Patell explores what it means for films and their creators to become part of cultural history in this unprecedented way.
Download or read book Star Wars Art Posters Limited Edition written by Lucasfilm LTD and published by Harry N. Abrams. This book was released on 2014-10-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This deluxe, 244-page edition includes 5 hand-signed, archival-quality giclée prints by Howard Chaykin, Tom Jung, Roger Kastel, Drew Struzan, and Boris Vallejo, as well as 40 exclusive artworks. Featuring foil-stamped, real-cloth binding and housed in a lush clamshell case, this edition is limited to 325 copies. Few pieces of artwork distill the passion for Star Wars as do posters. From Tom Jung's iconic one-sheet for Episode IV to Roger Kastel's Gone with the Wind-inspired painting for Episode V and beyond, Star Wars has enjoyed nearly four decades of poster art from some of the most renowned artists working in movies. The fifth book in the George Lucas-curated Star Wars Art series, Posters collects the best artwork from all six Star Wars films, the Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated television series, and limited-edition prints. This collection unites all of the action, artistry, and drama of a galaxy far, far away into one lavishly produced tome.
Download or read book ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY The Ultimate Guide to Star Wars Updated Revised written by The Editors of Entertainment Weekly and published by Time Inc. Books. This book was released on 2017-12-08 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away," 10 words changed the cinematic world forever. Now Entertainment Weekly's editors and writers celebrate the Star Wars universe in an updated and revised collector's edition - Entertainment Weekly The Ultimate Guide to Star Wars - that covers the entire universe, from A New Hope to The Last Jedi, and all the books, television shows, comics and video games in between. This comprehensive guide features rarely seen production and cast photos from all the movies in the series, including behind-the-scenes photos from The Last Jedi, as well as surprising reveals and speculation about the future of the franchise. There are tons of extras throughout for Star Wars-obsessed fans, including an essay on illustrator Ralph McQuarrie, the founding of George Lucas's Industrial Light & Magic, the secrets hidden within John Williams's scores, a tribute to director Irvin Kershner written by his son, and a moving tribute to Carrie Fisher by Mark Hamill, as well as insights on what Fisher's unexpected death means for the final film and a discussion about what's to come in 2018's Solo: A Star Wars Story. Also included are deep dives focusing on insider-only content like the Holiday Special, spoofs and parodies, a discussion about the now-retired Legends books and comics series, and a discussion about proper viewing order. This is the must-have edition for anyone and everyone who considers themselves a Star Wars fan.
Download or read book TIME Star Wars written by The Editors of TIME and published by Time Inc. Books. This book was released on 2017-11-24 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: TIME Star Wars looks at the Death Star-sized impact of the long-running series. This collectible keepsake includes reviews of all the major movies and profiles of George Lucas, J.J. Abrams, and John Boyega, plus a visual guide to the Star Wars/i> universe, a checklist of the 40 greatest moments in the movies, and a look at the future of the franchise.
Download or read book I Am a Padawan Star Wars written by Ashley Eckstein and published by Golden Books. This book was released on 2020-04-07 with total page 15 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Meet Ahsoka Tano, a brave Jedi-in-training--also known as a Padawan--in this Star Wars Little Golden Book written by Ashley Eckstein! This Little Golden Book follows the journey of Ahsoka Tano, a brave Padawan from the epic Star Wars space saga, as she learns the mysterious ways of the Force from her Jedi teachers Anakin Skywalker, Yoda, and Obi-Wan Kenobi. Written by Ashley Eckstein, the voice of Ahsoka Tano in the Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars: Rebels animated series, this beautifully-illustrated book is perfect for Star Wars--and Little Golden Book--fans of all ages!
Download or read book 100 Things Star Wars Fans Should Know Do Before They Die written by Dan Casey and published by Triumph Books. This book was released on 2018-05-01 with total page 463 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As a Star Wars fan, you've seen the movies, from A New Hope to The Last Jedi, and beyond. And of course you've probably had a faux lightsaber battle or two, pretending to be Luke Skywalker, Rey, or maybe Kylo Ren. But can you name the seven actors who have portrayed Darth Vader? Do you know how Ralph McQuarrie helped shape the world of Star Wars? Are you familiar with Deak Starkiller, Darth Plagueis, or Drew Struzan? Have you seen the infamous Star Wars Holiday Special? 100 Things Star Wars Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die is the ultimate resource for true fans of the galaxy far, far away. In this revised and updated edition, Dan Casey has collected every essential piece of Star Wars knowledge and trivia, as well as must-do activites, and ranks them all from 1 to 100, providing an entertaining and easy-to-follow checklist for viewers old and new to progress on their way to fan superstardom.
Download or read book The Book of Boba Fett Poster Book written by Lucasfilm Press and published by Disney Lucasfilm Press. This book was released on 2022-01-18 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "He's no good to me dead." Though he was a man of few words, the bounty hunter Boba Fett instantly became one of the most popular Star Wars characters of all time. Now, finally, he is getting his very own series, from the creators of The Mandalorian. These 16 full-color pull-out posters feature the original iconic Star Wars bounty hunter, Boba Fett, as well as his cohort, the deadly assassin Fennec Shand, to coincide with the airing of the highly-anticipated streaming series The Book of Boba Fett, on Disney+! Bring the most iconic bounty hunter of all time to your home, office, locker, and more!
Download or read book Star Wars Tribute to Star Wars written by LucasFilm and published by VIZ Media LLC. This book was released on 2022-01-11 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Forty-five of Japan’s leading manga artists illustrate Star Wars! Explore the galaxy through the beautiful artwork of 45 outstanding Japanese manga artists and illustrators, including Akira Himekawa, Kamome Shirahama, and Taiyo Matsumoto. Celebrating the universal appeal of these iconic characters and their timeless stories, this collection presents each artist’s unique tribute to the Star Wars universe and is a must-have for fans of Star Wars and manga alike!
Download or read book From Star Wars to Indiana Jones written by Mark Cotta Vaz and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lavishly Illustrated with hundreds of full-color photographs, this treasury captures the remarkable imagery, as well as the wonder, of the Lucasfilm Universe.
Download or read book Historical Dictionary of American Cinema written by M. Keith Booker and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-06-01 with total page 655 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the most powerful forces in world culture, American cinema has a long and complex history that stretches through more than a century. This history not only includes a legacy of hundreds of important films but also the evolution of the film industry itself, which is in many ways a microcosm of the history of American society. Historical Dictionary of American Cinema, Second Edition contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has more than 600 cross-referenced entries covering people, films, companies, techniques, themes, and subgenres that have made American cinema such a vital part of world culture.
Download or read book Star Wars Year By Year New Edition written by Kristin Baver and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-11-02 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover everything you've ever wanted to know about Star Wars in this complete history of the most famous franchise in movie history. Painstakingly researched and superbly illustrated, Star Wars™ Year By Year: A Visual History, New Edition presents a unique Star Wars timeline-the full history of the amazing Star Wars phenomenon as you've never seen it before. This stunning visual journey features trivia and cultural cornerstones from director George Lucas' early life through to the iconic movie stills, comic books, novels, toys, video games, and theme parks that have spawned from five decades of seminal film making. Fully updated and expanded, this edition encompasses all nine episodes of the original, prequel, and sequel trilogies, along with the standalone movies Rogue One and Solo, and the acclaimed television series, The Mandalorian. Produced in full collaboration with Lucasfilm and written by renowned Star Wars experts, Star Wars Year by Year: A Visual History, New Edition is ideal for Star Wars fanatics and newbies alike. © & ™ 2021 Lucasfilm Ltd.
Download or read book TIME the Science of Good and Evil written by The Editors of TIME and published by Time Home Entertainment. This book was released on 2019-04-15 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the great enigmas of humanity is why we have such a devastating capacity for evil as well as such an enormous ability to do good. What makes some people commit violent harm, while others risk their lives to help those they may not even know? Now, to explore and navigate this essential question of human behavior, the editors at TIME bring you the special edition 'The Science of Good and Evil.' You'll examine "The Roots of Good and Evil," and consider the capacity for morality in animals. Then consider "What Makes Us Moral" by looking at the seemingly innate moral compass of human children and the role that nurturing plays in developing it. Follow modern neuroscience deep into the brain to see what it can tell us about where good and evil behavior might reside and what role genuine love plays in their development. Through it all, visit and analyze tales of senseless acts of violence and the profound acts of selflessness that occur in their wake. As destructive technologies and artificial intelligence continue to develop and strengthen, there has never been a more important time to understand the nature of our capacity for good and evil.
Download or read book Star Wars FAQ written by Mark Clark and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2015-08-01 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (FAQ). From the books and movies that inspired George Lucas to imagine the Star Wars universe, to early screenplay drafts that were never filmed, to short biographies of many people who made key contributions to the movies' success, Star Wars FAQ explores every aspect of the original Star Wars trilogy ( Star Wars , The Empire Strikes Back , and Return of the Jedi ). Along the way, it unearths underreported stories and illuminating minutiae often skimmed over or completely ignored in other histories of the legendary film series. Highlights include details about the Star Wars Holiday Special debacle, the Ewok TV movies, the rise of Star Wars fiction and its importance in the revival of the franchise, and the wave of Star Wars imitators and parodies that flooded theaters and TV screens in the late 1970s and early 1980s along with dozens of rare publicity stills and photographs of vintage memorabilia. Offering an original analysis of the series' enduring appeal and cultural impact, Star Wars FAQ tells a story as thrilling and action-packed as the movies themselves, with bold characters facing apparently insurmountable odds, full of frantic chases, narrow escapes, daring victories, and tragic setbacks, culminating in an unlikely triumph that changed the course of the galaxy or at least of Hollywood.
Download or read book Lucas written by Richard Ravalli and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 2024-05-14 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: George Lucas is an innovative and talented director, producer, and screenwriter whose prolific career spans decades. While he is best known as the creative mind behind the Star Wars franchise, Lucas first gained renown with his 1973 film American Graffiti, which received five Academy Award nominations, including Best Director and Best Picture. When Star Wars (1977) was released, the groundbreaking motion picture won six Academy Awards, became the highest grossing film at the time, and started a cultural revolution that continues to inspire generations of fans. Three decades and countless successes later, Lucas announced semiretirement in 2012 and sold his highly successful production company, Lucasfilm, to Disney. His achievements have earned him the Academy's Irving G. Thalberg Award, the American Film Institute's Life Achievement Award, induction into the Science Fiction Hall of Fame and the California Hall of Fame, and a National Medal of Arts presented by President Barack Obama. Lucas: His Hollywood Legacy is the first collection to bring a sustained scholarly perspective to the iconic filmmaker and his legacy beyond the Star Wars films. Edited by Richard Ravalli, this volume analyzes Lucas's overall contribution and importance to the film industry, diving deep into his use and development of modern special effects technologies, the history of his Skywalker Ranch production facilities, and more. With clearly written and enlightening critiques by experts consulting rare collections and archival materials, this book is an original and robust project that sets the standard for historical and cultural studies of Lucas.
Download or read book The Empire of Effects written by Julie A. Turnock and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 2022-06-14 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How one company created the dominant aesthetic of digital realism. Just about every major film now comes to us with an assist from digital effects. The results are obvious in superhero fantasies, yet dramas like Roma also rely on computer-generated imagery to enhance the verisimilitude of scenes. But the realism of digital effects is not actually true to life. It is a realism invented by Hollywood—by one company specifically: Industrial Light & Magic. The Empire of Effects shows how the effects company known for the puppets and space battles of the original Star Wars went on to develop the dominant aesthetic of digital realism. Julie A. Turnock finds that ILM borrowed its technique from the New Hollywood of the 1970s, incorporating lens flares, wobbly camerawork, haphazard framing, and other cinematography that called attention to the person behind the camera. In the context of digital imagery, however, these aesthetic strategies had the opposite effect, heightening the sense of realism by calling on tropes suggesting the authenticity to which viewers were accustomed. ILM’s style, on display in the most successful films of the 1980s and beyond, was so convincing that other studios were forced to follow suit, and today, ILM is a victim of its own success, having fostered a cinematic monoculture in which it is but one player among many.
Download or read book The Best 109 Internships written by Mark Oldman and published by The Princeton Review. This book was released on 2003 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Includes more than 20,000 internship opportunities"--Cover.
