Icons Unearthed: Star Wars
Marcia Lucas, Oscar-winning film editor and ex-wife of George Lucas, sits down for her first-ever on-camera interview and provides unique insight into the rise of LucasFilm — including her 14-year marriage to and eventual divorce from George Lucas — the editing of the original Star Wars trilogy, the origin of the idea that Darth Vader would be Luke’s father and if there were really originally plans for nine movies.
Cast
Chad Lindberg
Self - Narrator (voice)
Anthony Daniels
Self - Actor (C-3PO)
Marcia Lucas
Self - Editor
Phil Tippett
Self - Miniature & Optical Effects Unit
Seasons
E1A New Hope (1)
Jul 12, 2022
Star Wars: Episode IV--A New Hope changed the course of movie history. The production, however, was a tumultuous process that nearly killed the man who created it: George Lucas.
E2A New Hope (2)
Jul 19, 2022
After A New Hope's difficult production, the all-important post-production and special effects loomed. A ragtag group of filmmakers gave the term "fix it in post" a new meaning.
E3The Empire Strikes Back
Jul 26, 2022
Attempting to break away from the studio system, George Lucas risked it all by self-funding Empire Strikes Back. With Lucas focused on the business, a new director took the reins.
E4Return of the Jedi
Aug 2, 2022
Star Wars had taken its toll on George Lucas. While his marriage, relationships, and physical health were breaking down, expectations were higher than ever for the series finale.
E5The Phantom Menace
Aug 9, 2022
After more than a decade on ice, Star Wars returned with impossible expectations. Can this new Star Wars trilogy recreate the original magic without his partner Marcia at his side?
E6Attack of the Clones/Revenge of the Sith
Aug 16, 2022
With The Phantom Menace leaving many fans cold, Lucas was at his lowest with two more films still to be made. Would he lose the dedication of his fervent fan base?
Videos
Storyline
Marcia Lucas, Oscar-winning film editor and ex-wife of George Lucas, sits down for her first-ever on-camera interview and provides unique insight into the rise of LucasFilm — including her 14-year marriage to and eventual divorce from George Lucas — the editing of the original Star Wars trilogy, the origin of the idea that Darth Vader would be Luke’s father and if there were really originally plans for nine movies.
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