At the time of the release of the first film from the Star Wars series, most of the performers involved there were not particularly famous. For example, Harrison Ford, aka Han Solo, then took only the first steps in the cinema, and world fame came to him a little later. In addition to the fantastic plot and thought-out world, the film has another nice addition for both male and female audiences. This is Princess Leia. The actress who played her at that time was a 19-year-old debutant of a big movie, and it was this role that became the main one in her career.
Character Biography
It is difficult to capture the full biography and history of Princess Leia, as there is an expanded universe of Star Wars. Adhering to the canon, it should be noted that viewers learn the truth about the heroine's parents only in the second part. It turned out that Leia Organa bears the name of her adoptive father Bale, who was also royal blood. But in fact, her father is Darth Vader, aka Anakin Skywalker, who switched to the dark side. And her mother, Padme Amidala, died in childbirth. That night, the twins Luke and Leah were born, who were immediately separated for their safety. With age, the girl began to be interested in diplomatic politics, which subsequently led her to the Alliance for the Restoration of the Republic. In New Hope, Luke, Khan, droids and Chewbacca arrive at the Death Star, where Princess Leia is held captive by Vader. The actress who performed this role, after appearing on the screen, immediately captivated the audience with her beauty and persistent character.
Character Features
It is difficult not to notice both the external and internal similarities of the princess and her mother, the former queen and senator (Amidala). Actresses appeared several times in similar costumes, and also wore similar hairstyles, distinguished by their uniqueness. It is the external attributes of the heroine that cause vivid associations, allowing you to instantly understand that this is the very princess from Star Wars. In addition to a chic appearance, young Leia has many abilities and skills. She has a truly outstanding mind, which allowed him to take the post of senator in Alderaan.
She also possesses all the necessary military skills, which helps her in the fight against the Empire on the side of the rebels. She perfectly shoots at enemies from a blaster and even knows how to pilot some fighters. With all this, she perfectly maintains calmness and composure even in the most extreme situations, which she clearly inherited from Padme. A good military strategist came out of her, and it was she who was planning the many rebel operations. Thanks to this, Organa managed to become an authoritative leader, and her determination gives strength to everyone else.
The Awakening of Power
During the announcement of the new episode, it became known that the old, beloved heroes will again return to the screens, among which will be Princess Leia. The actress, who played this role, was much older, but along with the rest she decided to return to the shooting. To transform into the old image after so many years, the Skywalker twins, or rather, Fisher and Hamill, had to lose weight, which they did well. From the plot of the new film, viewers learn that there are some problems in the marriage of Leia and Han Solo, who married in the finale of the old trilogy. The princess now became a general and again led the militia movement. And Khan, along with Chui, wanders around the Galaxy in search of the lost Millennium Falcon. It is also clear that the couple had a son, Ben, who followed in the footsteps of his grandfather and took the dark side. When Solo and Organa meet after a long separation, it is clear that their feelings are still as strong.
Carrie Fisher Biography
Carrie was born in the family of actress Debbie Reynolds and musician Eddie Fisher in 1956. The girl grew up in a creative environment, so from childhood she dreamed of following in the footsteps of her mother. The father left the family early, and both parents found new spouses. Young Fisher did not work out with the school in Beverly Hills, as she decided not to spend time on it, but to go immediately to the stage. Her dream comes true when at the age of 17 she makes her debut in the Broadway production of Irene. And already two years later she tries in the picture of George Lucas, as a result of which Princess Leia appears on the screen. The actress at that time was practically unknown to the audience, and the film itself was accompanied by the risk of failing at the box office. However, success covered the avalanche of all those who worked on Star Wars and elevated the actors to the Olympus of Glory. Carrie has a daughter, Billy Lourdes, who recently began her own movie career.
Filmography
Carrie Fisher, contrary to popular misconception, made her debut in feature films 2 years earlier than the space saga. It was the melodrama "Shampoo" in which the actress played a cameo role. Since 1977, the years of work on the trilogy begin, the films of which are released every 3 years. In parallel with the second part, the actress starred in the background in “The Blues Brothers”, as well as in the main role in the film “Under the Rainbow”. After the Return of the Jedi, which became the final part, was released in 1983, Fisher set sail for free. Unfortunately, she never managed to achieve a brilliant career, since the same significant projects on her way have not met. However, this did not stop Carrie from playing many secondary roles, as well as writing. Everything else is known that she will again return to her cult image in the eighth of Star Wars.