The mythology of Star Wars

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Date
1999
Summary
The struggle between heroes and villains and the influence of a higher force are the essence of mythology and resonate within all cultures, providing storytellers with a natural framework for spinning tales. In this program, George Lucas discusses his efforts to tell old myths in new ways, the role of faith in his own life, and the influence of his mentor, Joseph Campbell. Using extensive film clips from the Star Wars saga, the discussion explores how the continuing battle between the forces of light and darkness is best waged when we believe in a force greater than ourselves. Lucas says that Star Wars is ultimately about a quest for personal transformation and that key to this journey is a deep faith and an appreciation for friendship, honor, and trust.
Contributors
Moyers, Bill D.; Lucas, George, 1944-; Wagner, Pamela Mason
Publishers
Public Affairs Television (Firm); WNET (Television station : New York, N.Y.); Films for the Humanities & Sciences (Firm)
Genre
Television interviews
Subjects
North American Culture; American Culture; Performing Arts, Music; Film Studies; Religion, Philosophy; Motion picture producers and directors -- United States -- Interviews; Star Wars films -- History and criticism
Locations
North America; United States; New Jersey
Collection
Films@UM
Unit
Distinctive Media Collections
Language
English
Rights Statement
In Copyright
Terms of Use
Access is restricted to patrons at the University of Maryland.
Physical Description
57 minutes; color
Notes

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Access condition: campus-only.

Creation/Production Credits

Produced & directed by Pamela Mason Wagner ; a production of Public Affairs Television, Inc. ; a presentation of Thirteen/WNET New York.
Other Identifiers
Filename: lms-089790; Fedora 2 PID: umd:10782; Handle Identifier: hdl:1903.1/3257; Catalog Key: alephsys004125908; OCLC: ocn607127761

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