lucas, george

Examines the personal life and career of George Lucas, creator of the "Star Wars" and "Indiana Jones" films.

Chronicles the life and career, up to the late 1990s, of filmmaker George Lucas, famous for his creation of the "Star Wars" films and his work on others including "American Graffiti" and "Raiders of the Lost Ark.".

Features a comprehensive look at the life and legendary career of filmmaker George Lucas.

Profiles the life and career of director George Lucas, from his early days as a cinematography student to his Hollywood internship and eventual blockbuster success.

Profiles the life and career of director George Lucas, from his early days as a cinematography student to his Hollywood internship and eventual blockbuster success.

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, the movie originally called The Star Wars quickly drew blocks-long lines, bursting box-office records and ushering in a new way for movies to be made, marketed, and merchandised. It is now one of the most adored-and successful-movie franchises of all time.

Provides an introduction to the life and work of filmmaker George Lucas. Includes illustrations and timelines.

Profiles the life and career of director George Lucas, from his early days as acinematphography student and near-fatal car accident to his internship and Academy Award nominations and awards with American grafitti and Starwars.

Traces the life of the man who became well-known for his Star Wars movies, from his childhood in California to his career in films.