CINEMA OF GEORGE LUCAS

Filmmaker George Lucas reinvigorated the science-fiction genre more than 25 years ago with 'Star Wars', one of the greatest epics and cultural icons of its generation. He has enthralled audiences with his grand vision, mythic narratives, and groundbreaking visual effects ever since, and he remains a pivotal figure in American cinema - 'Star Wars - Episode II' (2002) was the first film to be shot entirely with state-of-the-art digital cameras, and 'Star Wars - Episode III - Revenge of the Sith' is set for release on May 19, 2005. Marcus Hearn draws on exclusive interviews - as well as unprecedented access to the Lucasfilm archives - to craft a definitive look at more than four decades of the director's work. Illustrated, the book features many images, including stills from Lucas's student films and behind-the-scenes photographs from the first 'Star Wars', the Indiana Jones adventures, and 'Star Wars - Episode III'. Hearn delves deep into Lucas's achievements in the film industry as a director, writer, editor, and producer.