Major turning point in the history of entertainment and popular culture
Star Wars hitting our movie screens in 1977 made entertainment history, shaping popular culture in an unprecedented way. In the captivating book "The Star Wars Archives. 1977–1983. 40th Ed.", published by Taschen, the visionary George Lucas guides us through the original trilogy like never before. This book offers a deep dive behind the scenes of the creation of this modern monomyth, revealing the inspirations, experiences and stories that gave rise to a saga that has transcended generations.
New perspective on the genesis of Star Wars
George Lucas, the creator of this legendary space epic, shares his intimate thoughts and memories, offering a never-before-seen perspective on the genesis of Star Wars. The book's pages are enriched with script pages, concept art, storyboards, on-set photographs, and other visual treasures that allow readers to relive the creative evolution of each episode.
Artistic and technical choices, creation of emblematic characters
Taschen's book offers an immersive experience, immersing readers in the details of film production, revealing the artistic and technical choices that brought iconic characters such as Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader and Princess Leia to life. Conceptual illustrations and storyboards help visualize the visual evolution of the Star Wars universe, from initial ideas to final production.
- author: Paul Duncan
- languages: English
- 512 pages
| Description | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 6.1" | 15.6cm |
| Height | 8.5" | 21.7cm |
| Weight | 3 lbs | 1.4kg |
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