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George Lucas hands over Star Wars Episode 7 to J.J. Abrams
by Deckard on January 29, 2013 in Movies
Official StarWars.com announcement…
Ralph McQuarrie – Artist (1929-2012)
by Deckard on March 6, 2012 in Movies
“I am deeply saddened by the passing of such a visionary artist and such a humble man. Ralph McQuarrie was the first person I hired to help me envision Star Wars. His genial contribution, in the form of unequaled production paintings, propelled and inspired all of the cast and crew of the original Star Wars trilogy. When […]
John Williams concert segment – Tribute to Spielberg & Lucas Films
by Deckard on January 10, 2012 in Music
I believe this was around 2007, when my brother-in-law and sister were able to get great seats to catch John Williams conduct the NY Philharmonic at Lincoln Center. They asked me if I wanted to join. I didn’t hesitate for a second and brought a girlfriend along at the time knowing that this would be […]
Dark Lens: Photography book on Star Wars + Urban Suburban Landscapes
by Deckard on December 20, 2011 in Books
I was always waiting for a photographer to do this — to combine Star Wars imagery with modern day landscapes, and here comes French photographer Cédric Delsaux. This book has now been added to my geek wish list. George Lucas calls them “one of the most unique and intriguing interpretations that I have seen.” From […]
Jedis and Ninjas: Action Movie
by Deckard on December 16, 2011 in Movies
I hate using the word epic, but this video is pretty epic. The formula is simple – Jedis + Ninjas = Awesome Production note from the filmmakers: ‘Jedi Ninjas’ a Team2X production. Directed by James Mark and Justin Lovell. Concept & produced by James Mark and Yung Lee (GakAttack). Action Designed by and Featuring Team2x. […]
Without Arthur Lipsett’s 21-87, there would be no Star Wars
by Deckard on December 13, 2011 in Movies
Arthur Lipsett (May 13, 1936 – May 1, 1986) was a Canadian avant-garde filmmaker who influenced filmmakers such as Stanley Kubrick and George Lucas. Wikipedia on Arthur Lipsett His short films were a personal fusion of sound and image and what emerged was an art form that is unique to filmmaking – the montage. The […]
Choose your Dark Leader: Darth Vader vs. Magneto
by prescottorama on November 27, 2011 in Comics, Movies
Two of the greatest characters in the Star Wars and Marvel world. Who would you see as a greater dark leader? Let’s start with Darth Vader. At a young age he was a great pilot, but had a dark side that hungered to be the most powerful Jedi. His future was “clouded in darkness.” His […]
Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace 3D Trailer
by Deckard on November 5, 2011 in Movies
The best things about Episode 1 is on the poster: Darth Maul, Pod Racing, and Obi-Wan Kenobi. Will you go see this on 3D?
Luke Skywalker’s Land Speeder can become a reality
by Deckard on October 19, 2011 in Tech
With this technology (Quantum Levitation/Trapping) below, Luke’s land speeder and other maglev-type of transportation in the Star Wars universe can become a reality. Better start reserving your parking spots in Tatooine!