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An intimate chat with Hollywood director George Lucas

June 15, 2024

The American filmmaker George Lucas is best known for creating the “Star Wars" and "Indiana Jones" franchises. His visionary storytelling and groundbreaking use of special effects have profoundly influenced the movie industry and inspired generations of filmmakers.

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Movie director George Lucas
George Lucas spoke with DW from San FranciscoImage: Prime/Lucasfilm

In our Arts Unveiled special series "Hollywood's Best Film Directors," top contemporary filmmakers talk about their careers.

We spoke with George Lucas at his office in San Francisco.

 

 

 

Hayden Christensen in film still from Star Wars
Hayden Christensen (left) starred with Natalie Portman (center) and Ewan McGregor in 'Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones' in 2002Image: 20thCentFox/Courtesy Everett Collection/picture alliance

 

Lucas told DW all about the ups and downs that eventually led to him making the first "Star Wars" in 1977.

In the beginning, the studios weren't interested in producing his "small sci-fi movie," but it went on to become the biggest movie success ever.

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