A Long Time Ago in a Galaxy far, far away...STAR WARS is the ultimate in cinematic
entertainment. Writer/Directer George Lucas' unrivaled passion for
space, fantasy, adventure, and romance is captured on-screen with
groundbreaking special effects and extraordinary space creatures.
Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher) is held hostage by the evil Imperial
forces in their effort to quell the rebellion against the Galactic Empire.
Luke Skywalker (Mark Hammill) and Captain Han Solo (Harrison Ford)
team together with the lovable droid duo, R2-D2 and C-3PO, to rescue the
beautiful princess and restore justice in the Galaxy.
A magnificent intergalactic adventure with innovative special effects, an equally effective soundtrack, and archetypal characters that embody good or evil. Though similar in storyline and approach to the old-time science-fiction serials it pays homage to, the film is far more sophisticated and hip than that type of film fare. Writer/Directer George Lucas built an empire on the success of this film, which spawned two sequels and breathed life into the science-fiction genre. The film made stars of it's principals, and became a pop-culture artifact of the 1970's. Winner of several technical Academy Awards, plus one for John Williams' highly recognize score. Also with Anthony Daniels, Kenny Baker, Peter Cushing, and David Prowse. (PG) Academy Award Nominations- best picture : Lucas, best director : Guinness, best supporting actor : Lucas, best screenplay based on original material.
The Battle Continues...In this spellbinding STAR WARS sequel, the battle to save
the galaxy from the evil Empire rages on . Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill),
Han Solo (Harrison Ford), Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher) and Chewbacca
face attack by the Imperial forces and its AT-AT walkers on the
ice planet Hoth. While Han and Leia escape in the Millennium Falcon,
Luke travels to Dagobah in search of Yoda. Only with the Jedi
Master's help will Luke survive when the dark side of the Force
beckons him into an ultimate duel with Darth Vader. An amazing
array of special effects, blazing action and imagination, THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK
has beeen hailed as one of the greatest motion pictures ever made.
Space-opera maestro George Lucas, creator of Star Wars : A New Hope, scores again with another breathtaking fantasy adventure in a galaxy far, far away. It's a worthy and sumptuous sequel, with action galore and imaginative special effects that are special indeed. Old friends are back-Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Chewbacca, R2-D2, C3-PO-gallantly defending the Rebel Forces from the evil Emperor. And there's a startling plot twist involving archvillain Darth Vader. Also with Alec Guinness, David Prowse, Frank Oz, and Anthony Daniels. The film won an Academy Awards for special achievement in visual effects. Director-Irvin Kershner. [PG]
The Empire Falls... The Millenium Falcon flashes through hyperspace
and creatures from all over the galaxy defy the Galactic Empire
in this stunning chapter of the STAR WARS saga. After rescuing
Han Solo (Harrison Ford) from certain doom at the hands of Jabba
the Hutt, Luke (Mark Hamill) rejoins Yoda. Only by completing
his Jedi training can he become a true Jedi Knight and defeat
Darth Vader and the dark side of the Force. With favorities like
Chewbacca, R2-D2, and C3-PO, plus the small but stalwart Ewoks,
RETURN OF THE JEDI takes the STAR WARS adventure to new heights
of excitement.
George Lucas' third chapter in the Star Wars saga offers the expected array of spectacular effects and colorful space creatures-including some we haven't seen before. The elaborate space opera also provides the answers to the mystery involving Luke Skywalker's relationships with Darth Vader and Princess Leia. More sentimental than the other two enteries in the trilogy, which ultimately mars the muchawaited finale. Also with Billy Dee Williams, David Prowse, and Kenny Baker. Director-Richard Marquand. [PG] Academy Award-Richard Edlund, Dennis Muren, Ken Ralston, and Phil Tippet, visual effects.
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