Star Wars FAQ: Everything Left to Know About the Trilogy That Changed the Movies

by Mark Clark

From the books and movies that inspired George Lucas to imagine the Star Wars universe, to early screenplay drafts that were never filmed, to short biographies of many people who made key contributions to the movies' success, Star Wars FAQ explores every aspect of the original Star Wars trilogy ( Star Wars , The Empire Strikes Back , and Return of the Jedi ). Along the way, it unearths underreported stories and illuminating minutiae often skimmed over or completely ignored in other histories of the legendary film series. Highlights include details about the Star Wars Holiday Special debacle, the Ewok TV movies, the rise of Star Wars fiction and its importance in the revival of the franchise, and the wave of Star Wars imitators and parodies that flooded theaters and TV screens in the late 1970s and early 1980s – along with dozens of rare publicity stills and photographs of vintage memorabilia.Offering an original analysis of the series' enduring appeal and cultural impact, Star Wars FAQ tells a story as thrilling and action-packed as the movies themselves, with bold characters facing apparently insurmountable odds, full of frantic chases, narrow escapes, daring victories, and tragic setbacks, culminating in an unlikely triumph that changed the course of the galaxy – or at least of Hollywood.

Genres: Star Wars, Nonfiction

592 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 1, 2000

Reviews

[Jim · Rating 4 out of 5]

Star Wars - a modern-day epic that has become a part of our collective consciousness (whether you've seen them or not) with dozens of iconic symbols reflected, copied, and homaged over and over in media and commercial goods. It's a touchstone that accomplishes what few have ever been able to do by impacting and penetrating pop culture on a global level to a degree not seen before. This book is less of a FAQ / Question and Answer type book and more of a mid-level analysis of the original trilogy films, their and their creator's history, and the countless ways in which they shaped a generation - and will continue to do so for future generations. I thought that after years of being a rabid fan, I had heard it all. But this book proved me wrong and was an addictive read that told a very comprehensive and fair review of these legendary classics.

[Eric · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really liked this book, and discovered a lot of background and behind the scenes info that I did not previously know. Every sweek should read!

[m. · Rating 4 out of 5]

first half: 4 stars; second half: 3 stars.

[Tara Mendoza · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Star Wars. I am so amazed, impressed, at the power that Lucas yielded to show his movies his way.

[Michael W Dunn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great Non-Fiction reference book for any Star Wars fan - gives interesting insights into the behind the scenes making of the movies, merchandising and the entire Star Wars universe

[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

My review can be found in its entirety here: http://www.thebeardedtrio.com/2015/10...

[Eric Gilliland · Rating 5 out of 5]

A comprehensive and fun read for fans of the original trilogy.