Tag Archives: The Empire Strikes Back

George Lucas Says He’s “Retiring From Blockbusters.”

Posted on January 18, 2012 by jlmicek

From NYMag’s Vulture blog. This is probably just as well: “So no more Star Wars movies? “Why would I make any more when everybody yells at you all the time and says what a terrible person you are?” gripes Lucas. Despite his … Continue reading →

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The Force Is Strong With This One.

Posted on October 3, 2011 by jlmicek

Because some people are still surprised when they find out who Luke’s father is, that’s why.

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The Story Behind “The Empire Strikes Back.”

Posted on September 4, 2011 by jlmicek

Via FlickeringMyth, here’s an inside look at the best film in the original “Star Wars” trilogy. The report, from TotalFilm, sheds some fascinating light on the film, including the reasonable fear that director George Lucas might not be able to … Continue reading →

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George Lucas Must Be Stopped: New “Star Wars” Blu-ray Editions Include More Changes.

Posted on August 23, 2011 by jlmicek

So here’s the good news: All six “Star Wars” films are coming out on Blu-ray DVD. Here’s the bad news: According to FilmNewsDaily, George Lucas couldn’t leave well enough alone and has screwed around with the movies again. It was … Continue reading →

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