George Lucas A Life
George Lucas A Life by Brian Jay Jones is a comprehensive biography published by Little, Brown on November 21, 2017. This reprint edition spans 560 pages and is presented in English. The book explores the life of George Lucas, the filmmaker renowned for creating the iconic Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises, detailing his journey from a struggling independent filmmaker to a transformative figure in the film industry.
Readers will find an in-depth examination of Lucas’s contributions to cinema, including his innovations in special effects and sound, as well as the establishment of influential companies such as Pixar and Lucasfilm. The biography delves into the challenges and triumphs that shaped his career, highlighting his impact on film direction and production. With a focus on the entertainment and performing arts, this work provides insights into the evolution of modern filmmaking through the lens of one of its most significant figures.
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The definitive, “undeniably spellbinding” biography (Boston Globe) of the influential and beloved filmmaker behind Star Wars and Indiana Jones.
On May 25, 1977, a problem-plagued, budget-straining independent science-fiction film opened in a mere thirty-two American movie theaters. Conceived, written, and directed by a little-known filmmaker named George Lucas, Star Wars reinvented the cinematic landscape, ushering in a new way for movies to be made, marketed, and merchandised. Now it is one of the most adored–and successful–movie franchises of all time.
Lucas went on to create the Indiana Jones series, transform the world of special effects, and forever change the way movies sound. His innovation and ambition forged some of today’s most prominent companies, including Pixar, Lucasfilm, THX sound, and Industrial Light & Magic. This acclaimed biography brilliantly captures the life and times of a film icon whose influence is unmatched.
“Packed with fun insider info, George Lucas is a whiz-bang tribute to a genius.” —People
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