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Date: 25 May 1983 (Release)Country: USADirector: Richard Marquand
Production company billing: Dolby Stereo (35mm prints) 70mm 6-Track (70mm prints) [2:35:1] (35mm prints) [2:20:1] (70mm prints)
Synopsis: Now a Jedi knight, Luke Skywalker plans to rescue his companion Hans Solo from Jabba, who has him frozen, with the aid of Princess Leia, C-P30, R2-D2, and Chewbacca. Although captured, he and they ultimately escape and destroy Jabba. The evil Emperor is having a huge Death Star built, supervised by Darth Vader. As his friends make plans with the Rebel Alliance, Luke returns to his old teacher Yoda, who confirms that Darth Vader is Luke's father. He also learns that Leia is his twin sister, who may have the potential powers of a Jedi. Yoda dies, and Luke travels with Leia, Hans and other rebels to Endor in a mission to destroy the deflector-shield installation there that protects the Death Star. However, Darth Vader feels the presence of Luke, who allows himself to be captured in order to try and turn his father away from the "dark side". The Rebel fleet attacks just before the deflector shield is destroyed, and finds itself under attack from the Death Star which has become fully operational. Luke is brought before the Emperor who tries to corrupt him, and he is goaded into fighting Darth Vader. However, he recovers his self-control and does not kill him, which infuriates the Emperor who turns his power on him. At the sight of his son being killed, Darth destroys the Emperor, but at the cost of his own life. With the help of the Ewoks on Endor, Leia and Hans accomplish their mission and General Calrissian blows up the death star. Hans and Leia come to a romantic understanding, and are reunited with Luke during the Ewok celebrations on Endor.
Genre: Science Fiction
Subjects: Revolutions, Spacecraft, Aliens
Releases
Date: 25 May 1983Country: USARelease type: unknownFormat: 35mm Film - Colour - Rankcolor - Sound - DolbyRuntime: 132 mins Length: 11841 FeetLanguage: English
Title: ReviewsAuthor: JONES, Alan Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
Description: Part of a whole issue on STAR WARS.
In: StarBurst vSpec. n80 Star Wars Page: [whole issue]
Title: Star Wars SpecialArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Whole issue on STAR WARS on its 30th anniversary.
In: Empire n207 September 2006 Pages: 118-125
Title: A long time ago...in a playground just down the roadArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Reader's of Empire magazine give their recollections of seeing the the original STAR WARS trilogy as children. Incl- udes excerpts from STAR WARS reviews when it was first rele- ased.
In: Empire n201 March 2006 Pages: 77-88,90-101
Title: 201 Greatest movies of all timeArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A listing of the top two hundred and one films as chosen by the reader's of Empire magazine. With comments by actors and filmmaker's.
In: Empire n208 October 2006 Pages: 146-147
Title: At home/DVD focus: Still stuck in the 70'sAuthor: NEWMAN, Kim Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
Description: DVD review for the box sets for STAR WARS, The EMPIRE STRIKE S BACK and RETURN OF THE JEDI.
In: Film Review n665 January 2006 Page: 118
Title: Star Wars TrilogyAuthor: KEMPSTER, Grant Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
In: StarBurst vSpec. n77 Galactica Pages: 84-93
Title: Thirty Years On... Can You Still Feel The Force?Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: On the release of the original STAR WARS trilogy on DVD, some STARBURST articles are partially reprinted here, inluding comments from Irvin Kershner, Richard Marquand and Anthony Daniels.
In: Cinefex n102 July 2005 Pages: 57-64
Title: Q&A: George LucasAuthor: DUNCAN, Jody Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Director George Lucas discusses the reasons for starting his STAR WAR stories in the middle back in 1977, the technologi- cal hurdles to make the 'last' trilogy, converting them to 3D using a 'dimensionalizing' system, and the ILM company. /
In: StarBurst n324 June 2005 Pages: 36-38
Title: The Boba EffectAuthor: PRINCE, Chris Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Jeremy Bulloch talks about his role as Boba Fett in the STAR WARS saga and his cameo in REVENGE OF THE SITH.
In: Film Review vSpec. n56 Star Wars Pages: 8-82
Title: STAR WARS 1977 - 2005Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A fresh celebration of the STAR WARS franchise, looking at each individual film (from Episode I through to Episode VI), including the lost installment The STAR WAR HOLIDAY SPECIAL; fans' creative films & posters; profile of forgotten actors.
In: Empire n192 June 2005 Page: 122
Title: Star Wars: The Finale: "I bent my Wookie..."Article type: Short ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Al Jean, executive producer of The SIMPSONS, discusses the number of spoofs and references to the STAR WARS films in the series.
In: Empire n192 June 2005 Pages: 124-128,130,133,
Title: Star Wars: The Finale: The Ultimate Star Wars PollArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: The fifty best moments from all the STAR WARS films as chosen by the readers of Empire magazine.
In: Literature/Film Quarterly v33 n3 2005 Pages: 191-200
Title: Creating and Comparing Myth in Twentieth-Century Science...Author: GERAGHTY, Lincoln Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: "...Fiction: Star Trek and Star Wars". Compares these two science fiction worlds and how they use history and myth.
In: Film Review n654 March 2005 Pages: 94-95
Title: The Star Wars TrilogyAuthor: BOOTH, Owen Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
In: American Cinematographer v86 n1 January 2005 Page: 20,22
Title: DVD PlaybackAuthor: HOLBEN, Jay Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
Description: Review of the Star Wars Trilogy on DVD: STAR WARS, The EMPIRE STRIKES BACK and RETURN OF THE JEDI.
In: Empire n192 June 2005 Pages: 118-120,122
Title: Star Wars: The Finale: "The Jedi were so pimp!"Author: HEWITT, Chris Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Director, Kevin Smith and writers, Simon Pegg and Edgar Wright discuss their love of the STAR WARS films.
In: StarBurst vSpec. n67 Yearbook 2004 Pages: 54-59
Title: In A Galaxy Far Far Away...Author: GERARD, Simon J. Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Re-examines the STAR WARS saga.
In: StarBurst vSpec. n69 Star Wars Pages: 44-57
Title: Dark Tales of the EmpireArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Collection of articles previously printed in "Starburst" re-examining each of the six STAR WARS films.
In: StarBurst vSpec. n69 Star Wars Pages: 68-70,71-74
Title: A Long Time Ago...Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Interviews with Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Irvin Kershner, Carrie Fisher and Richard Marquand from the "Starburst" archives on their experiences on the STAR WARS films.
In: Empire vSuppl nStar Ws DVD Nov 2005 Page: [whole issue]
Title: The Unofficial Star Wars DVD Viewing CompanionArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Contains in-depth dvd reviews for all six films in the 'Star Wars' series. Details about extras, excerpts from George Lucas's commentaries and a full dvd guide.
In: Music from the Movies n44 2005 Page: 66
Title: DVD Review: The Plight of the Mega-TrilogiesAuthor: HASAN, Mark Richard Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A report on the how the dvd sets of some recent trilogies are causing controversy, in the way changes have been made between the dvd and the big screen release. The STAR WARS, LORD OF THE RINGS and MATRIX trilogies are given as examples
In: StarBurst n321 March 2005 Pages: 60-63
Title: The History of Star Wars Part Three: Return of the JediAuthor: DAVID, Taylor Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: On the making of `Return of the Jedi'.
In: The Velvet Light Trap n56 Autumn 2005 Pages: 36-44
Title: Star Wars Fans, DVD, and Cultural OwnershipAuthor: JOHNSON, Derek Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Media scholar Will Brooker discusses the release of the original STAR WARS trilogy on DVD, whose 'revisionist' versions by George Lucas caused resistance among fans.
In: Cinefantastique v36 n5 Oct/Nov 2004 Pages: 40-42,44-45
Title: Use the force, LucasAuthor: WILLIAMS, David E. Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Collection of articles on the original STAR WARS trilogy, including the digital restoration project, and interviews with Mark Hamill, Frank Oz and Irvin Kershner.
In: Film Comment v40 n5 Sep/Oct 2004 Page: 78
Title: vidi: Star Wars TrilogyAuthor: SMITH, Gavin Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
In: Cinefantastique v36 n6 Dec/Jan 2004/5 Page: 62
Title: In Review: DVD: Star Wars FeverAuthor: BOND, Jeff Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
Description: Review of DVD boxed set of the STAR WARS trilogy.
In: StarBurst n316 November 2004 Page: 99
Title: DVD ReviewsAuthor: RICHARDSON, David Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
Description: DVD review of The STAR WARS trilogy.
In: StarBurst n315 October 2004 Pages: 48-55
Title: Postcards from the edge...of the GalaxyArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: On the release of the STAR WARS trilogy on DVD, articles on George Lucas's "refreshing" of the series and a new game based on the films, plus stills.
In: Premiere v18 n2 October 2004 Pages: 95-100,102
Title: They did it all for the wookiee: everything you didn't knowArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Title ends: '...you didn't know about the original STAR WARS trilogy'.
In: StarBurst vSpec n61 Yearbook 2003 Pages: 120-124
Title: DVD for 2004Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
Description: Brief reviews of DVD releases.
In: StarBurst n287 July 2002 Pages: 28-34
Title: The STAR WARS Story - Part threeAuthor: SMITH, Jim Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: From 1994 to 2002.
In: StarBurst n286 June 2002 Pages: 26-33
Title: The STAR WARS story - Part twoAuthor: SMITH, Jim Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: From 1980 to 1992.
In: Total Movie Feb/Mar 2001 Pages: 62-71
Title: Timeless sci-fi: Ten visual effects classics that look...Author: MAGID, Ron Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Title ends: '...as good today as they did back then'.
In: Film Score Monthly v4 n5 June 1999 Pages: 22-25
Title: Sounds of the empireAuthor: ADAMS, Doug Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: An analysis of John Williams' score for the STAR WARS trilogy, paying special attention to musical themes.
In: Film Review vSpec nNo.25 Sci-Fi 1998 Pages: 58-59
Title: Star WarsArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Forms part of a special issue number on science fiction with 25 films chosen as the best of the genre.
In: Edge n63 October 1998 Pages: 136-137
Title: Star Wars trilogy arcadeArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: On Sega's new arcade game based on the STAR WARS trilogy
In: American Cinematographer v78 n4 April 1997 Pages: 58-68
Title: Renewing the Star Wars sequelsAuthor: MAGID, Ron Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A detailed description of Industrial Light & Magic's Dennis Muren and Dave Carson's work on specific scenes, using new computer technology, to improve the special effects in George Lucas's EMPIRE STRIKES BACK and RETURN OF THE JEDI.
In: Cinefex n69 March 1997 Pages: 15-30
Title: Star Wars Trilogy: Everything Old is New AgainAuthor: COTTA-VAZ, Mark Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Article about the digital re-mastering of the STAR WARS trilogy with explanations from members of the special effects team at ILM about the new scenes and effects
In: Legend n23 Spring 1997 Pages: 22-23
Title: CD ReviewsAuthor: WILLIAMS, Lyn Article type: Soundtrack ReviewLanguage: English
In: Legend n23 Spring 1997 Page: 33
Title: CD ReviewsAuthor: THEWLIS, Russell C. Article type: Soundtrack ReviewLanguage: English
In: Film Comment v33 n3 May/Jun 1997 Pages: 2-9
Title: STAR WARS: always/ STAR WARS: enough a'readyAuthor: LEWIS-CONN, Andrew Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Two articles discussing the authors' personal experience with the STAR WARS trilogy and their view on the quality of the films
In: Radio Times v292 n3813 01 Mar 1997 Pages: 48-49
Title: Ten things every Star Wars fabn ought to knowAuthor: BERMAN, Mark Language: English
Description: Ten lighthearted facts about the trilogy
In: El Amante Cine n61 March 1997 Pages: 10-21
Title: Dossier:La guerra de las galaxiasAuthor: GARCIA, Santiago et al Article type: ReviewLanguage: Spanish
Description: Several articles discussing both the STAR WARS SPECIAL EDITION and the original trilogy. Looks at ideas surrounding the films and the possible future of the saga.
In: Cinefantastique v28 n9 March 1997 Pages: 16-37
Title: The Effects Legacy of Star WarsAuthor: HERNDON, Ben Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Extended feature on the special effects used in the three STAR WARS films, including interviews with Phil Tippett, Dennis Muren and Harrison Ellenshaw
In: Screen International n1100 21 Mar 1997 Page: 16
Title: Marketing Focus: Star Wars TrilogyAuthor: DUNCAN, Celia Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: On the marketing of the STAR WARS trilogy and other Science Fiction films
In: Cinefex n65 March 1996 Pages: 70-93
Title: War storiesAuthor: MARTIN, Kevin H. Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Statements by / interviews with several crew members of the STAR WARS trilogy about their work; part of a special issue devoted to Industrial Light & Magic
In: Screen International n1050 22 Mar 1996 Page: 2
Title: News in brief: 1997 theatrical outing have nothing to loseArticle type: NoteLanguage: English
Description: On the re-release of the STAR WARS Trilogy in 1997
In: Screen International n1059 24 May 1996 Page: 2
Title: Lucas locks Pepsi into Star Wars dealAuthor: HAZELTON, John Article type: Short ArticleLanguage: English
Description: On a deal between George Lucas and Pepsi-Cola Company concerning the promotion campaign of the new and old Star Wars films
In: Screen International n1032 3 Nov 1995 Page: 8
Title: [Screen International - n1032 3 Nov 1995: no known title]Article type: NoteLanguage: English
Description: On the success of the video re-release
In: StarBurst n208 December 1995 Pages: 27-30
Title: Return of the empireAuthor: KILLICK, Jane Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Billy Dee Williams, Dave Prowse and Warwick Davis about the STAR WARS Trilogy and on the possible production of the other books of the Star Wars saga
In: The Perfect Vision v6 n21 Spring 1994 Pages: 112-114
Title: Star Wars Trilogy, the definitive collectionAuthor: CHIARELLA, Chris Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
Description: Review of the definitive collection of the STAR WARS trilogy on laserdisc.
In: StarBurst nSpecial October 1994 Pages: 52-54
Title: The voice of evilAuthor: MOSBY, John Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: James Earl Jones discusses his roles as the voice behind Darth Vader in STAR WARS and RETURN OF THE JEDI and more recently as Mufasa in THE LION KING.
In: Video Watchdog n21 Jan/Feb 1994 Pages: 36-57
Title: Skywalking in StyleAuthor: LENNICK, Michael Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Article about the STAR WARS trilogy
In: Positif n404 October 1994 Pages: 61-67
Title: Présences du Cinéma, George LucasAuthor: ROUYER, Philippe Article type: ArticleLanguage: French
Description: Article discusses the film THX 1138. Interview with George Lucas is a translation from the English which discusses his work, in particular the STAR WARS Trilogy.
In: StarBurst vSpec. n15 Monster 1993 Pages: 49-54
Title: Lucas MonstersAuthor: MAXFORD, Howard Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A look at 20 years of monster making at Lucasfilm, including STAR WARS, RETURN OF THE JEDI and WILLOW.
In: Journal of Popular Film & Television v20 n2 Summer 1992 Pages: 2-8
Title: Bedford falls! The inescapable family in American science...Author: GORDON, Andrew Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Discusses pro-family messages in US science-fiction/fantasy films THE WIZARD OF OZ, IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE, the STAR WARS trilogy and the BACK TO THE FUTURE trilogy.
In: Sight and Sound v1 n6 October 1991 Page: 69
Title: [Sight and Sound - v1 n6 October 1991: no known title]Article type: NoteLanguage: English
Description: Video note
In: The Hollywood Reporter v315 n4 13 Nov 1990 Page: 1, 128
Title: Lucas finally wins Canadian suit over Ewok charactersAuthor: MARTINEZ, Michael Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: After 5 years of litigation, a Canadian judge finally rules that RETURN OF THE JEDI did not infringe on the copyright of "Space Pets"- a script by Dean Preston who claimed that the Ewoks were based on characters in his 1978 script.
In: StarBurst n93 1986 Pages: 26-29
Title: [StarBurst - n93 1986: no known title]Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Article assessing the merits of the film in isolation from the other parts of the STAR WARS series.
In: Cinefantastique v15 n4 October 1985 Pages: 32-33, 55
Title: [Cinefantastique - v15 n4 October 1985: no known title]Language: English
Description: Report on the first showing in USA of the STAR WARS trilogy as a trilogy.
In: Cahiers de la Cinémathèque n42/43 July 1985 Pages: 167-170
Title: [Les Cahiers de la Cinémathèque - n42/43 July 1985: no known title]Article type: ArticleLanguage: French
Description: Article tracing the continuation of the myths of the knights of the Round Table in the STAR WARS series.
In: Jump Cut n30 March 1985 Pages: 3-6
Title: [Jump Cut - n30 March 1985: no known title]Language: English
In: Film Criticism v8 n2 Winter 1984 Pages: 45-66
Title: [Film Criticism - v8 n2 Winter 1984: no known title]Language: English
In: American Cinematographer v65 n4 April 1984 Pages: 79-80
Title: [American Cinematographer - v65 n4 April 1984: no known title]Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Article on the work of visual effects supervisors Richard Edlund, Dennis Muren and Ken Ralston, and alien creature designer Phil Tippett. Plus credits for special effects.
In: Young Cinema and Theatre n3 1984 Pages: 30-32
Title: [Young Cinema and Theatre - n3 1984: no known title]Language: English
In: Cinefantastique v13 n4 Apr/May 1983 Page: 15
Title: [Cinefantastique - v13 n4 Apr/May 1983: no known title]Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Article on the film's change of title and the effects of this late change just before release.
In: On Location v7 n2 June 1983 Pages: 42-44,46-48,51-52,54-60,107,146
Title: [On Location - v7 n2 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Section on the filming of the special effects.
In: Screen International n396 28 May 1983 Page: 13
Title: [Screen International - n396 28 May 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: UK marketing report.
In: Monthly Film Bulletin v50 n594 July 1983 Pages: 181-183
Title: [Monthly Film Bulletin - v50 n594 July 1983: no known title]Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: (p.181-182) Review. (p.183) Producer Howard Kazanjian talks about Lucasfilm and the STAR WARS series.
In: Cinefantastique v13/14 n6/1 September 1983 Pages: 4, 6-7
Title: [Cinefantastique - v13/14 n6/1 September 1983: no known title]Language: English
In: Cahiers du Cinéma n352 October 1983 Pages: 45-48
Title: [Cahiers du Cinéma - n352 October 1983: no known title]Language: French
In: City Limits n87 3 Jun 1983 Page: 24
Title: [City Limits - n87 3 Jun 1983: no known title]Language: English
In: Motion Picture Product Digest v10 n25 1 Jun 1983 Page: 97, 98
Title: [Motion Picture Product Digest - v10 n25 1 Jun 1983: no known title]Language: English
In: Écran Fantastique n38 October 1983 Pages: 28-79
Title: [ L'Écran Fantastique - n38 October 1983: no known title]Article type: InterviewLanguage: French
Description: Special section on the film, including: p. 28-39. Interview with director, p. 46-67. Dossier on special effects.
In: Films in Review v34 n6 Jun/Jul 1983 Pages: 368-369
Title: [Films in Review - v34 n6 Jun/Jul 1983: no known title]Language: English
In: Variety 18 May 1983 Page: 14
Title: [Variety - 18 May 1983: no known title]Language: English
In: Screen International n397 4 Jun 1983 Page: 1, 2
Title: [Screen International - n397 4 Jun 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Note that the film has beaten US box office records.
In: Screen International n397 4 Jun 1983 Page: 16
Title: [Screen International - n397 4 Jun 1983: no known title]Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
In: Cinefex n13 July 1983 Page: whole issue
Title: [Cinefex - n13 July 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Issue devoted to a month-by-month account by the three main special effects supervisors, Richard Edlund, Dennis Muren and Ken Ralston, of the production of the effects.
In: American Film v8 n8 June 1983 Pages: 36-39
Title: [American Film - v8 n8 June 1983: no known title]Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Article on the special effects and models in the film.
In: Films and Filming n346 July 1983 Pages: 27-29
Title: [Films and Filming - n346 July 1983: no known title]Language: English
In: Prevue n52 Jun/Jul 1983 Pages: 42-53, 73
Title: [Prevue - n52 Jun/Jul 1983: no known title]Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Interview with Richard Marquand about the film, plus production report.
In: Time Out n667 3 Jun 1983 Page: 17
Title: [Time Out - n667 3 Jun 1983: no known title]Language: English
In: Retro n21 Oct/Nov 1983 Pages: 10-12
Title: [Retro - n21 Oct/Nov 1983: no known title]Language: German
In: StarBurst n59 July 1983 Pages: 21-29
Title: [StarBurst - n59 July 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Production report.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 66-67, 108-115
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Article on production and direction.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Page: 69
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Note on art direction.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 70-72, 122-123
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Creature design.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 73, 152-154
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Cinematography.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 74-75, 98-102
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Location photography.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 76-77, 104-108
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Use of Steadicam.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 78-80, 133-136
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Effects art direction.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 81-85, 128-132
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Matte effects.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 86-88, 124-127
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Modelmaking.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 89-94, 136-151
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Effects photography.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 95-96
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Optical effects.
In: Photoplay v34 n7 July 1983 Pages: 30-31 & 34-35
Title: [Photoplay - v34 n7 July 1983: no known title]Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Interview with director.
In: Screen Digest July 1983 Page: 125
Title: [Screen Digest - July 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Note of the first week's box office receipts for the UK and USA, and note of the theft of film print and reward offered or information leading to the conviction of the thieves.
In: The Hollywood Reporter v276 n47 16 May 1983 Page: 3, 53
Title: [The Hollywood Reporter - v276 n47 16 May 1983: no known title]Language: English
In: Stills n7 Jul-Aug 1983 Page: 83
Title: [Stills - n7 Jul-Aug 1983: no known title]Language: English
In: Cinefantastique v13 n2/3 Nov/Dec 1982
Title: [Cinefantastique - v13 n2/3 Nov/Dec 1982: no known title]Language: English
Description: Production report.
In: Cinefantastique v13 n1 Sep/Oct 1982 Page: 13
Title: [Cinefantastique - v13 n1 Sep/Oct 1982: no known title]Language: English
Description: Production Report.
In: Cinefantastique v12 n5/6 Jul/Aug 1982 Pages: 48-49
Title: [Cinefantastique - v12 n5/6 Jul/Aug 1982: no known title]Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Feature on the artwork of Ralph McQuarrie.
In: Prevue n50 Dec/Jan 1983 Pages: 38-41
Title: [Prevue - n50 Dec/Jan 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Production report.
In: Screen International n327 23 Jan 1982 Page: 15
Title: [Screen International - n327 23 Jan 1982: no known title]Article type: CreditsLanguage: English
In: Screen International n295 6 Jun 1981 Page: 1
Title: [Screen International - n295 6 Jun 1981: no known title]Language: English
In: StarBurst n35 1981 Pages: 26-27
Title: [StarBurst - n35 1981: no known title]Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Article on the progress of the film and the background to its production.
In: Film Bulletin July 1981 Page: 25
Title: [Film Bulletin - July 1981: no known title]Language: English
Author: Searls, Colette
Title: Interpreting Star Wars: reading a modern film franchise
Author: Booy, Miles Pages: vi, 192 pages
Title: Star Wars archives: episodes IV-VI, 1977-1983
Author: DUNCAN, Paul Pages: 603 pages
Title: Star Wars after Lucas: a critical guide to the future of the galaxy
Author: Golding, Dan Pages: 254 pages
Title: Star Wars art: Ralph McQuarrie
Author: Alinger, Brandon Pages: 2 volumes (399; 399 pages)
Title: Star Wars FAQ: everything left to know about the trilogy that changed the movies: unofficial and unauthorized
Author: CLARK, Mark Pages: xviii, 402 pages
Title: Star Wars storyboards: the original trilogy
Author: RINZLER, J.W. Pages: 351 pages
Title: Star Wars costumes: the original trilogy
Author: Alinger, Brandon Pages: 225 pages
Title: making of Star Wars Return of the Jedi: the definitive story
Author: RINZLER, J.W. Pages: ix, 361 pages
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Title: persistence of whiteness: race and contemporary Hollywood cinema
Author: BERNARDI, Daniel Pages: xxvi, 390 p.
Title: Culture, identities and technology in the Star Wars films: essays on the two trilogies
Author: SILVIO, Carl Pages: vi, 237 p.
Title: Film as religion: myths, morals, and rituals
Author: LYDEN, John C. Pages: viii, 289 p.
Title: infernal return: the recurrence of the primordial in films of the reaction years, 1977-1983
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Title: George Lucas companion
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Title: Skywalking: the life and films of George Lucas
Author: POLLOCK, Dale Pages: xvi, 332 p.
Title: unauthorized Star wars compendium: the complete guide to the movies, comic books, novels, and more
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Title: Star Wars: the scripts
Author: LUCAS, George Pages: 186p.
Title: From Star Wars to Indiana Jones: the best of the Lucasfilm archives (exhibition catalogue)
Author: VAZ, Mark Cotta Pages: VI-VIII. 208p.
Description: STAR WARS pp.7-34 The EMPIRE STRIKES BACK pp.35-76 RETURN OF THE JEDI pp.77-122 RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK pp.123-146 INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM pp.147-166 INDIANA JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE pp.167-200
Title: Science fiction filmmaking in the 1980s: interviews with actors, directors, producers and writers
Author: GOLDBERG, Lee Pages: 267p.
Description: ALIENS pp. 7-22 BLADE RUNNER (1982) pp. 23-58 BLUE THUNDER pp. 59-72 COCOON pp. 73-78 DUNE pp. 79-110 ENEMY MINE pp. 111-132 MAD MAX pp. 133-174 RETURN OF THE JEDI pp. 175-182 ROBOCOP pp. 183-188 STAR TREK pp. 189-236 2010 pp. 237-252 WAR GAMES pp. 253-258 STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN pp. 189-236 STAR TREK III: THE SEARCH FOR SPOCK pp. 189-236 STAR TREK IV: THE VOYAGE HOME pp. 189-236 STAR TREK V: THE FINAL FRONTIER pp. 189-236 MAD MAX 2 pp. 133-174 MAD MAX BEYOND THUNDERDOME pp. 133-174
Title: Industrial Light & Magic: the art of special effects
Author: SMITH, Thomas G Pages: 280p.
Title: guide to the Star Wars universe: illustrated throughout
Author: VELASCO, Raymond L Pages: 215p.
Description: Compiled by Raymond L. Velasco.
Title: The Making of Star Wars Return of the Jedi
Author: PEECHER, John Phillip Pages: 292p.
Title: Skywalking: the life and films of George Lucas
Author: POLLOCK, Dale Pages: 304p.
Title: Return of the Jedi sketchbook
Author: JOHNSTONE, Joe Pages: 96p.
Description: Additional material from Norman Reynolds.
Title: art of Return of the Jedi: Star Wars: including the complete script of the film
Author: KASDAN, Lawrence Pages: 153p.
Title: Return of the Jedi, novelization
Author: KAHN, James Pages: 181p.
Description: Screenplay by Lawrence Kasdan and George Lucas; story by Geroge Lucas.
Title: Skywalking: the life and films of George Lucas
Author: POLLOCK, Dale Pages: 304 pages
Date: 25 May 1983 (Release)Country: USADirector: Richard Marquand
Production company billing: Dolby Stereo (35mm prints) 70mm 6-Track (70mm prints) [2:35:1] (35mm prints) [2:20:1] (70mm prints)
Synopsis: Now a Jedi knight, Luke Skywalker plans to rescue his companion Hans Solo from Jabba, who has him frozen, with the aid of Princess Leia, C-P30, R2-D2, and Chewbacca. Although captured, he and they ultimately escape and destroy Jabba. The evil Emperor is having a huge Death Star built, supervised by Darth Vader. As his friends make plans with the Rebel Alliance, Luke returns to his old teacher Yoda, who confirms that Darth Vader is Luke's father. He also learns that Leia is his twin sister, who may have the potential powers of a Jedi. Yoda dies, and Luke travels with Leia, Hans and other rebels to Endor in a mission to destroy the deflector-shield installation there that protects the Death Star. However, Darth Vader feels the presence of Luke, who allows himself to be captured in order to try and turn his father away from the "dark side". The Rebel fleet attacks just before the deflector shield is destroyed, and finds itself under attack from the Death Star which has become fully operational. Luke is brought before the Emperor who tries to corrupt him, and he is goaded into fighting Darth Vader. However, he recovers his self-control and does not kill him, which infuriates the Emperor who turns his power on him. At the sight of his son being killed, Darth destroys the Emperor, but at the cost of his own life. With the help of the Ewoks on Endor, Leia and Hans accomplish their mission and General Calrissian blows up the death star. Hans and Leia come to a romantic understanding, and are reunited with Luke during the Ewok celebrations on Endor.
Genre: Science Fiction
Subjects: Revolutions, Spacecraft, Aliens
Releases
Date: 25 May 1983Country: USARelease type: unknownFormat: 35mm Film - Colour - Rankcolor - Sound - DolbyRuntime: 132 mins Length: 11841 FeetLanguage: English
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In: StarBurst vSpec. n80 Star Wars Pages: 66-67Title: ReviewsAuthor: JONES, Alan Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
Description: Part of a whole issue on STAR WARS.
In: StarBurst vSpec. n80 Star Wars Page: [whole issue]
Title: Star Wars SpecialArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Whole issue on STAR WARS on its 30th anniversary.
In: Empire n207 September 2006 Pages: 118-125
Title: A long time ago...in a playground just down the roadArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Reader's of Empire magazine give their recollections of seeing the the original STAR WARS trilogy as children. Incl- udes excerpts from STAR WARS reviews when it was first rele- ased.
In: Empire n201 March 2006 Pages: 77-88,90-101
Title: 201 Greatest movies of all timeArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A listing of the top two hundred and one films as chosen by the reader's of Empire magazine. With comments by actors and filmmaker's.
In: Empire n208 October 2006 Pages: 146-147
Title: At home/DVD focus: Still stuck in the 70'sAuthor: NEWMAN, Kim Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
Description: DVD review for the box sets for STAR WARS, The EMPIRE STRIKE S BACK and RETURN OF THE JEDI.
In: Film Review n665 January 2006 Page: 118
Title: Star Wars TrilogyAuthor: KEMPSTER, Grant Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
In: StarBurst vSpec. n77 Galactica Pages: 84-93
Title: Thirty Years On... Can You Still Feel The Force?Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: On the release of the original STAR WARS trilogy on DVD, some STARBURST articles are partially reprinted here, inluding comments from Irvin Kershner, Richard Marquand and Anthony Daniels.
In: Cinefex n102 July 2005 Pages: 57-64
Title: Q&A: George LucasAuthor: DUNCAN, Jody Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Director George Lucas discusses the reasons for starting his STAR WAR stories in the middle back in 1977, the technologi- cal hurdles to make the 'last' trilogy, converting them to 3D using a 'dimensionalizing' system, and the ILM company. /
In: StarBurst n324 June 2005 Pages: 36-38
Title: The Boba EffectAuthor: PRINCE, Chris Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Jeremy Bulloch talks about his role as Boba Fett in the STAR WARS saga and his cameo in REVENGE OF THE SITH.
In: Film Review vSpec. n56 Star Wars Pages: 8-82
Title: STAR WARS 1977 - 2005Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A fresh celebration of the STAR WARS franchise, looking at each individual film (from Episode I through to Episode VI), including the lost installment The STAR WAR HOLIDAY SPECIAL; fans' creative films & posters; profile of forgotten actors.
In: Empire n192 June 2005 Page: 122
Title: Star Wars: The Finale: "I bent my Wookie..."Article type: Short ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Al Jean, executive producer of The SIMPSONS, discusses the number of spoofs and references to the STAR WARS films in the series.
In: Empire n192 June 2005 Pages: 124-128,130,133,
Title: Star Wars: The Finale: The Ultimate Star Wars PollArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: The fifty best moments from all the STAR WARS films as chosen by the readers of Empire magazine.
In: Literature/Film Quarterly v33 n3 2005 Pages: 191-200
Title: Creating and Comparing Myth in Twentieth-Century Science...Author: GERAGHTY, Lincoln Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: "...Fiction: Star Trek and Star Wars". Compares these two science fiction worlds and how they use history and myth.
In: Film Review n654 March 2005 Pages: 94-95
Title: The Star Wars TrilogyAuthor: BOOTH, Owen Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
In: American Cinematographer v86 n1 January 2005 Page: 20,22
Title: DVD PlaybackAuthor: HOLBEN, Jay Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
Description: Review of the Star Wars Trilogy on DVD: STAR WARS, The EMPIRE STRIKES BACK and RETURN OF THE JEDI.
In: Empire n192 June 2005 Pages: 118-120,122
Title: Star Wars: The Finale: "The Jedi were so pimp!"Author: HEWITT, Chris Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Director, Kevin Smith and writers, Simon Pegg and Edgar Wright discuss their love of the STAR WARS films.
In: StarBurst vSpec. n67 Yearbook 2004 Pages: 54-59
Title: In A Galaxy Far Far Away...Author: GERARD, Simon J. Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Re-examines the STAR WARS saga.
In: StarBurst vSpec. n69 Star Wars Pages: 44-57
Title: Dark Tales of the EmpireArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Collection of articles previously printed in "Starburst" re-examining each of the six STAR WARS films.
In: StarBurst vSpec. n69 Star Wars Pages: 68-70,71-74
Title: A Long Time Ago...Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Interviews with Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Irvin Kershner, Carrie Fisher and Richard Marquand from the "Starburst" archives on their experiences on the STAR WARS films.
In: Empire vSuppl nStar Ws DVD Nov 2005 Page: [whole issue]
Title: The Unofficial Star Wars DVD Viewing CompanionArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Contains in-depth dvd reviews for all six films in the 'Star Wars' series. Details about extras, excerpts from George Lucas's commentaries and a full dvd guide.
In: Music from the Movies n44 2005 Page: 66
Title: DVD Review: The Plight of the Mega-TrilogiesAuthor: HASAN, Mark Richard Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A report on the how the dvd sets of some recent trilogies are causing controversy, in the way changes have been made between the dvd and the big screen release. The STAR WARS, LORD OF THE RINGS and MATRIX trilogies are given as examples
In: StarBurst n321 March 2005 Pages: 60-63
Title: The History of Star Wars Part Three: Return of the JediAuthor: DAVID, Taylor Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: On the making of `Return of the Jedi'.
In: The Velvet Light Trap n56 Autumn 2005 Pages: 36-44
Title: Star Wars Fans, DVD, and Cultural OwnershipAuthor: JOHNSON, Derek Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Media scholar Will Brooker discusses the release of the original STAR WARS trilogy on DVD, whose 'revisionist' versions by George Lucas caused resistance among fans.
In: Cinefantastique v36 n5 Oct/Nov 2004 Pages: 40-42,44-45
Title: Use the force, LucasAuthor: WILLIAMS, David E. Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Collection of articles on the original STAR WARS trilogy, including the digital restoration project, and interviews with Mark Hamill, Frank Oz and Irvin Kershner.
In: Film Comment v40 n5 Sep/Oct 2004 Page: 78
Title: vidi: Star Wars TrilogyAuthor: SMITH, Gavin Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
In: Cinefantastique v36 n6 Dec/Jan 2004/5 Page: 62
Title: In Review: DVD: Star Wars FeverAuthor: BOND, Jeff Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
Description: Review of DVD boxed set of the STAR WARS trilogy.
In: StarBurst n316 November 2004 Page: 99
Title: DVD ReviewsAuthor: RICHARDSON, David Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
Description: DVD review of The STAR WARS trilogy.
In: StarBurst n315 October 2004 Pages: 48-55
Title: Postcards from the edge...of the GalaxyArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: On the release of the STAR WARS trilogy on DVD, articles on George Lucas's "refreshing" of the series and a new game based on the films, plus stills.
In: Premiere v18 n2 October 2004 Pages: 95-100,102
Title: They did it all for the wookiee: everything you didn't knowArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Title ends: '...you didn't know about the original STAR WARS trilogy'.
In: StarBurst vSpec n61 Yearbook 2003 Pages: 120-124
Title: DVD for 2004Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
Description: Brief reviews of DVD releases.
In: StarBurst n287 July 2002 Pages: 28-34
Title: The STAR WARS Story - Part threeAuthor: SMITH, Jim Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: From 1994 to 2002.
In: StarBurst n286 June 2002 Pages: 26-33
Title: The STAR WARS story - Part twoAuthor: SMITH, Jim Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: From 1980 to 1992.
In: Total Movie Feb/Mar 2001 Pages: 62-71
Title: Timeless sci-fi: Ten visual effects classics that look...Author: MAGID, Ron Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Title ends: '...as good today as they did back then'.
In: Film Score Monthly v4 n5 June 1999 Pages: 22-25
Title: Sounds of the empireAuthor: ADAMS, Doug Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: An analysis of John Williams' score for the STAR WARS trilogy, paying special attention to musical themes.
In: Film Review vSpec nNo.25 Sci-Fi 1998 Pages: 58-59
Title: Star WarsArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Forms part of a special issue number on science fiction with 25 films chosen as the best of the genre.
In: Edge n63 October 1998 Pages: 136-137
Title: Star Wars trilogy arcadeArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: On Sega's new arcade game based on the STAR WARS trilogy
In: American Cinematographer v78 n4 April 1997 Pages: 58-68
Title: Renewing the Star Wars sequelsAuthor: MAGID, Ron Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A detailed description of Industrial Light & Magic's Dennis Muren and Dave Carson's work on specific scenes, using new computer technology, to improve the special effects in George Lucas's EMPIRE STRIKES BACK and RETURN OF THE JEDI.
In: Cinefex n69 March 1997 Pages: 15-30
Title: Star Wars Trilogy: Everything Old is New AgainAuthor: COTTA-VAZ, Mark Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Article about the digital re-mastering of the STAR WARS trilogy with explanations from members of the special effects team at ILM about the new scenes and effects
In: Legend n23 Spring 1997 Pages: 22-23
Title: CD ReviewsAuthor: WILLIAMS, Lyn Article type: Soundtrack ReviewLanguage: English
In: Legend n23 Spring 1997 Page: 33
Title: CD ReviewsAuthor: THEWLIS, Russell C. Article type: Soundtrack ReviewLanguage: English
In: Film Comment v33 n3 May/Jun 1997 Pages: 2-9
Title: STAR WARS: always/ STAR WARS: enough a'readyAuthor: LEWIS-CONN, Andrew Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Two articles discussing the authors' personal experience with the STAR WARS trilogy and their view on the quality of the films
In: Radio Times v292 n3813 01 Mar 1997 Pages: 48-49
Title: Ten things every Star Wars fabn ought to knowAuthor: BERMAN, Mark Language: English
Description: Ten lighthearted facts about the trilogy
In: El Amante Cine n61 March 1997 Pages: 10-21
Title: Dossier:La guerra de las galaxiasAuthor: GARCIA, Santiago et al Article type: ReviewLanguage: Spanish
Description: Several articles discussing both the STAR WARS SPECIAL EDITION and the original trilogy. Looks at ideas surrounding the films and the possible future of the saga.
In: Cinefantastique v28 n9 March 1997 Pages: 16-37
Title: The Effects Legacy of Star WarsAuthor: HERNDON, Ben Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Extended feature on the special effects used in the three STAR WARS films, including interviews with Phil Tippett, Dennis Muren and Harrison Ellenshaw
In: Screen International n1100 21 Mar 1997 Page: 16
Title: Marketing Focus: Star Wars TrilogyAuthor: DUNCAN, Celia Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: On the marketing of the STAR WARS trilogy and other Science Fiction films
In: Cinefex n65 March 1996 Pages: 70-93
Title: War storiesAuthor: MARTIN, Kevin H. Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Statements by / interviews with several crew members of the STAR WARS trilogy about their work; part of a special issue devoted to Industrial Light & Magic
In: Screen International n1050 22 Mar 1996 Page: 2
Title: News in brief: 1997 theatrical outing have nothing to loseArticle type: NoteLanguage: English
Description: On the re-release of the STAR WARS Trilogy in 1997
In: Screen International n1059 24 May 1996 Page: 2
Title: Lucas locks Pepsi into Star Wars dealAuthor: HAZELTON, John Article type: Short ArticleLanguage: English
Description: On a deal between George Lucas and Pepsi-Cola Company concerning the promotion campaign of the new and old Star Wars films
In: Screen International n1032 3 Nov 1995 Page: 8
Title: [Screen International - n1032 3 Nov 1995: no known title]Article type: NoteLanguage: English
Description: On the success of the video re-release
In: StarBurst n208 December 1995 Pages: 27-30
Title: Return of the empireAuthor: KILLICK, Jane Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Billy Dee Williams, Dave Prowse and Warwick Davis about the STAR WARS Trilogy and on the possible production of the other books of the Star Wars saga
In: The Perfect Vision v6 n21 Spring 1994 Pages: 112-114
Title: Star Wars Trilogy, the definitive collectionAuthor: CHIARELLA, Chris Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
Description: Review of the definitive collection of the STAR WARS trilogy on laserdisc.
In: StarBurst nSpecial October 1994 Pages: 52-54
Title: The voice of evilAuthor: MOSBY, John Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: James Earl Jones discusses his roles as the voice behind Darth Vader in STAR WARS and RETURN OF THE JEDI and more recently as Mufasa in THE LION KING.
In: Video Watchdog n21 Jan/Feb 1994 Pages: 36-57
Title: Skywalking in StyleAuthor: LENNICK, Michael Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Article about the STAR WARS trilogy
In: Positif n404 October 1994 Pages: 61-67
Title: Présences du Cinéma, George LucasAuthor: ROUYER, Philippe Article type: ArticleLanguage: French
Description: Article discusses the film THX 1138. Interview with George Lucas is a translation from the English which discusses his work, in particular the STAR WARS Trilogy.
In: StarBurst vSpec. n15 Monster 1993 Pages: 49-54
Title: Lucas MonstersAuthor: MAXFORD, Howard Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A look at 20 years of monster making at Lucasfilm, including STAR WARS, RETURN OF THE JEDI and WILLOW.
In: Journal of Popular Film & Television v20 n2 Summer 1992 Pages: 2-8
Title: Bedford falls! The inescapable family in American science...Author: GORDON, Andrew Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Discusses pro-family messages in US science-fiction/fantasy films THE WIZARD OF OZ, IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE, the STAR WARS trilogy and the BACK TO THE FUTURE trilogy.
In: Sight and Sound v1 n6 October 1991 Page: 69
Title: [Sight and Sound - v1 n6 October 1991: no known title]Article type: NoteLanguage: English
Description: Video note
In: The Hollywood Reporter v315 n4 13 Nov 1990 Page: 1, 128
Title: Lucas finally wins Canadian suit over Ewok charactersAuthor: MARTINEZ, Michael Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: After 5 years of litigation, a Canadian judge finally rules that RETURN OF THE JEDI did not infringe on the copyright of "Space Pets"- a script by Dean Preston who claimed that the Ewoks were based on characters in his 1978 script.
In: StarBurst n93 1986 Pages: 26-29
Title: [StarBurst - n93 1986: no known title]Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Article assessing the merits of the film in isolation from the other parts of the STAR WARS series.
In: Cinefantastique v15 n4 October 1985 Pages: 32-33, 55
Title: [Cinefantastique - v15 n4 October 1985: no known title]Language: English
Description: Report on the first showing in USA of the STAR WARS trilogy as a trilogy.
In: Cahiers de la Cinémathèque n42/43 July 1985 Pages: 167-170
Title: [Les Cahiers de la Cinémathèque - n42/43 July 1985: no known title]Article type: ArticleLanguage: French
Description: Article tracing the continuation of the myths of the knights of the Round Table in the STAR WARS series.
In: Jump Cut n30 March 1985 Pages: 3-6
Title: [Jump Cut - n30 March 1985: no known title]Language: English
In: Film Criticism v8 n2 Winter 1984 Pages: 45-66
Title: [Film Criticism - v8 n2 Winter 1984: no known title]Language: English
In: American Cinematographer v65 n4 April 1984 Pages: 79-80
Title: [American Cinematographer - v65 n4 April 1984: no known title]Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Article on the work of visual effects supervisors Richard Edlund, Dennis Muren and Ken Ralston, and alien creature designer Phil Tippett. Plus credits for special effects.
In: Young Cinema and Theatre n3 1984 Pages: 30-32
Title: [Young Cinema and Theatre - n3 1984: no known title]Language: English
In: Cinefantastique v13 n4 Apr/May 1983 Page: 15
Title: [Cinefantastique - v13 n4 Apr/May 1983: no known title]Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Article on the film's change of title and the effects of this late change just before release.
In: On Location v7 n2 June 1983 Pages: 42-44,46-48,51-52,54-60,107,146
Title: [On Location - v7 n2 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Section on the filming of the special effects.
In: Screen International n396 28 May 1983 Page: 13
Title: [Screen International - n396 28 May 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: UK marketing report.
In: Monthly Film Bulletin v50 n594 July 1983 Pages: 181-183
Title: [Monthly Film Bulletin - v50 n594 July 1983: no known title]Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: (p.181-182) Review. (p.183) Producer Howard Kazanjian talks about Lucasfilm and the STAR WARS series.
In: Cinefantastique v13/14 n6/1 September 1983 Pages: 4, 6-7
Title: [Cinefantastique - v13/14 n6/1 September 1983: no known title]Language: English
In: Cahiers du Cinéma n352 October 1983 Pages: 45-48
Title: [Cahiers du Cinéma - n352 October 1983: no known title]Language: French
In: City Limits n87 3 Jun 1983 Page: 24
Title: [City Limits - n87 3 Jun 1983: no known title]Language: English
In: Motion Picture Product Digest v10 n25 1 Jun 1983 Page: 97, 98
Title: [Motion Picture Product Digest - v10 n25 1 Jun 1983: no known title]Language: English
In: Écran Fantastique n38 October 1983 Pages: 28-79
Title: [ L'Écran Fantastique - n38 October 1983: no known title]Article type: InterviewLanguage: French
Description: Special section on the film, including: p. 28-39. Interview with director, p. 46-67. Dossier on special effects.
In: Films in Review v34 n6 Jun/Jul 1983 Pages: 368-369
Title: [Films in Review - v34 n6 Jun/Jul 1983: no known title]Language: English
In: Variety 18 May 1983 Page: 14
Title: [Variety - 18 May 1983: no known title]Language: English
In: Screen International n397 4 Jun 1983 Page: 1, 2
Title: [Screen International - n397 4 Jun 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Note that the film has beaten US box office records.
In: Screen International n397 4 Jun 1983 Page: 16
Title: [Screen International - n397 4 Jun 1983: no known title]Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
In: Cinefex n13 July 1983 Page: whole issue
Title: [Cinefex - n13 July 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Issue devoted to a month-by-month account by the three main special effects supervisors, Richard Edlund, Dennis Muren and Ken Ralston, of the production of the effects.
In: American Film v8 n8 June 1983 Pages: 36-39
Title: [American Film - v8 n8 June 1983: no known title]Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Article on the special effects and models in the film.
In: Films and Filming n346 July 1983 Pages: 27-29
Title: [Films and Filming - n346 July 1983: no known title]Language: English
In: Prevue n52 Jun/Jul 1983 Pages: 42-53, 73
Title: [Prevue - n52 Jun/Jul 1983: no known title]Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Interview with Richard Marquand about the film, plus production report.
In: Time Out n667 3 Jun 1983 Page: 17
Title: [Time Out - n667 3 Jun 1983: no known title]Language: English
In: Retro n21 Oct/Nov 1983 Pages: 10-12
Title: [Retro - n21 Oct/Nov 1983: no known title]Language: German
In: StarBurst n59 July 1983 Pages: 21-29
Title: [StarBurst - n59 July 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Production report.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 66-67, 108-115
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Article on production and direction.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Page: 69
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Note on art direction.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 70-72, 122-123
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Creature design.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 73, 152-154
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Cinematography.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 74-75, 98-102
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Location photography.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 76-77, 104-108
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Use of Steadicam.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 78-80, 133-136
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Effects art direction.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 81-85, 128-132
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Matte effects.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 86-88, 124-127
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Modelmaking.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 89-94, 136-151
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Effects photography.
In: American Cinematographer v64 n6 June 1983 Pages: 95-96
Title: [American Cinematographer - v64 n6 June 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Optical effects.
In: Photoplay v34 n7 July 1983 Pages: 30-31 & 34-35
Title: [Photoplay - v34 n7 July 1983: no known title]Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Interview with director.
In: Screen Digest July 1983 Page: 125
Title: [Screen Digest - July 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Note of the first week's box office receipts for the UK and USA, and note of the theft of film print and reward offered or information leading to the conviction of the thieves.
In: The Hollywood Reporter v276 n47 16 May 1983 Page: 3, 53
Title: [The Hollywood Reporter - v276 n47 16 May 1983: no known title]Language: English
In: Stills n7 Jul-Aug 1983 Page: 83
Title: [Stills - n7 Jul-Aug 1983: no known title]Language: English
In: Cinefantastique v13 n2/3 Nov/Dec 1982
Title: [Cinefantastique - v13 n2/3 Nov/Dec 1982: no known title]Language: English
Description: Production report.
In: Cinefantastique v13 n1 Sep/Oct 1982 Page: 13
Title: [Cinefantastique - v13 n1 Sep/Oct 1982: no known title]Language: English
Description: Production Report.
In: Cinefantastique v12 n5/6 Jul/Aug 1982 Pages: 48-49
Title: [Cinefantastique - v12 n5/6 Jul/Aug 1982: no known title]Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Feature on the artwork of Ralph McQuarrie.
In: Prevue n50 Dec/Jan 1983 Pages: 38-41
Title: [Prevue - n50 Dec/Jan 1983: no known title]Language: English
Description: Production report.
In: Screen International n327 23 Jan 1982 Page: 15
Title: [Screen International - n327 23 Jan 1982: no known title]Article type: CreditsLanguage: English
In: Screen International n295 6 Jun 1981 Page: 1
Title: [Screen International - n295 6 Jun 1981: no known title]Language: English
In: StarBurst n35 1981 Pages: 26-27
Title: [StarBurst - n35 1981: no known title]Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Article on the progress of the film and the background to its production.
In: Film Bulletin July 1981 Page: 25
Title: [Film Bulletin - July 1981: no known title]Language: English
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Title: galaxy of things: the power of puppets and masks in Star Wars and beyondAuthor: Searls, Colette
Title: Interpreting Star Wars: reading a modern film franchise
Author: Booy, Miles Pages: vi, 192 pages
Title: Star Wars archives: episodes IV-VI, 1977-1983
Author: DUNCAN, Paul Pages: 603 pages
Title: Star Wars after Lucas: a critical guide to the future of the galaxy
Author: Golding, Dan Pages: 254 pages
Title: Star Wars art: Ralph McQuarrie
Author: Alinger, Brandon Pages: 2 volumes (399; 399 pages)
Title: Star Wars FAQ: everything left to know about the trilogy that changed the movies: unofficial and unauthorized
Author: CLARK, Mark Pages: xviii, 402 pages
Title: Star Wars storyboards: the original trilogy
Author: RINZLER, J.W. Pages: 351 pages
Title: Star Wars costumes: the original trilogy
Author: Alinger, Brandon Pages: 225 pages
Title: making of Star Wars Return of the Jedi: the definitive story
Author: RINZLER, J.W. Pages: ix, 361 pages
Title: Size matters not: the extraordinary life and career of Warwick Davis
Author: DAVIS, Warwick Pages: xiv, 368 p.
Title: persistence of whiteness: race and contemporary Hollywood cinema
Author: BERNARDI, Daniel Pages: xxvi, 390 p.
Title: Culture, identities and technology in the Star Wars films: essays on the two trilogies
Author: SILVIO, Carl Pages: vi, 237 p.
Title: Film as religion: myths, morals, and rituals
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