Star Wars (whose actors outnumber any other epic in terms of numbers) is a luxurious, subsequently iconic, science-adventure science fiction saga conceived, realized, and made into films by George Lucas. She was introduced to a wide audience of May 25, distant 1977. Immediately after the premiere, the picture (the first by year of release, but the fourth according to the plot chronology) became the main cinema hit of our time, its output was later called an epoch-making event.
The archetype of science fiction and classical mythology
Star Wars as a whole, like an epic cinema saga, incorporated equally established archetypes of classical mythology and science fiction, presenting their luxurious musical interpretation. All films of the box office epic can serve as a great example of a cosmo opera. In the 21st century, Star Wars (actors of all parts have huge armies of fans) have not lost their relevance, on the contrary, have gained even more popularity, giving rise to the next enthusiastic generation of loyal fans.
"New Hope"
"Star Wars. Episode 4 ”(actors: M. Hamill, H. Ford, C. Fisher, P. Cushing, A. Guinness, E. Daniels) - ironic, witty, sometimes parody, typically postmodern, built on all kinds of references and quotes, incredibly inventive fantasy of George Lucas, who appeared in this project as a screenwriter and director. The storytelling begins on the desert planet Tatooine. Wise by experience, the Jedi Obi Wan Kenobi saves the life of young Luke Skywalker, and he understands that he is a Jedi Knight. At this time, the Emperor was terrorizing the entire Galaxy, rebel forces were waging war against the forces of evil. Luke and Obi Wan, along with the charismatic mercenary captain Han Solo and the two droids Luke set off to search for the leader of the rebel forces - the beautiful princess Leia. Soon they will face a desperate battle with the mysterious Darth Vader from the Death Star. The casting of the episode was very successful, although only the smuggler, Harrison Ford, managed to break into the superstar. The fate of Mark Hamill, who became an actor of one role, depresses. Peter Mahu played the role of a faithful Wookiee - Chewbacca, James Earl Jones gave his voice to Darth Vader. Anthony Daniels was unrecognizable as the chatty S-3PO robot. And, although no one believed in the success of the project at that time, hope, as usual, dies last. Literally after some time, all unbelievers called the picture "Star Wars" (including actors) iconic.
Inevitable sequel
The 1980 film is one of the best episodes of the saga. The sequel "Empire Strikes Back" was not commercially successful, it became a worthy continuation of the original film. This is an action-packed and stunningly picturesque sci-fi melodrama that keeps the viewer in unrelenting emotional tension for two hours. In this part, the futuristic legend was filled with a deeper and even sacred meaning, thanks to a more frightening dramatic plot. In "Empire", an important role is played by a verified storyline, psychological climate, innovative directing techniques and vague hints of the upcoming, still unrequited sequels of the original Star Wars film. Actors Hamill, Ford, Fisher, Williams and Prose were not opposed to continue to work with Lucas.
The Return of the Jedi by Richard Marquand
In 1983, Jedi Returns was released, in which Lucas acts as a screenwriter. The picture is directed by Richard Marquand. Star Wars 6 (actors: M. Hamill, H. Ford, C. Fisher, B. D. Williams and others) make the audience really shocked, as they make it clear that the unparalleled fantasy world has a dramatic connotation and much more complex structure than it might seem at first glance. The plot of the film captures, but at the same time gives complete freedom to the flight of imagination of the beholder. The casting of the film is already familiar to the viewer in the first parts. Mark Hamill plays matured Luke, a strong and courageous warrior. Harrison Ford with his character fade into the background. Carrie Fisher is delightful in the clothes of a slave in Jabba's palace.
Revenge of the Sith
"Star Wars. Episode 3 "(actors: U. McGregor, N. Portman, H. Christensen, I. MacDermid, S. L. Jackson, D. Smiths, F. Oz) with his slogan almost drove the fans of the saga to madness, because he said: "The saga is over." According to the plot, Anakin Skywalker will turn into Darth Vader, High Chancellor Pelpatin will enter into a conspiracy with the Sith - enemies of the Republic. And Padmé is busy becoming a mother soon. The scale of the picture is amazing, the spectacle is simply unimaginable, the composer John Williams surpassed himself. All secrets are revealed, answers to all questions are received, sometimes too terrible to believe in them. This is the greatest completion of the creation of George Lucas in a distant, distant galaxy. Fans had to hope that the seventh episode of "The Force Awakens" would be no worse than previous pictures.
Seventh episode of 2015
Star Wars: The Force Awakens (actors: D. Boyega, D. Ridley, O. Isaac, A. Driver, D. Gleeson and acquaintances of the audience H. Ford, M. Hamill, K. Fisher) is a continuation of the internal chronology of the saga and the sequel to The Return of the Jedi, that is, the beginning of the third trilogy. The events of the picture unfold thirty years after the death of the Emperor and Darth Vader, but the Galaxy is still in danger. The fact is that the new leader, Snoke, with the support of Kylo Ren, continues the “cause” of the Empire, trying to seize all power. The main characters, the young beauty Rey and the ex-stormtrooper Finn, team up with Leia, Khan and Chewbacca to repel the New Order. But without the participation of the Jedi, they cannot survive. And in the Galaxy, only one knight survived ...