Tag: George Lucas
Review: Bob Iger’s The Ride of A Lifetime: Lessons Learned From 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Co.
The first sentence of the first chapter of Bob Iger’s new book The Ride of a Lifetime: Lessons Learned From 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Company says, “This book is not a memoir, but it’s impossible to talk about the traits that have served me well over the course of my professional … Review: Bob Iger’s The Ride of A Lifetime: Lessons Learned From 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Co.
Will the Walt Disney World Opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge be as Epic as Disneyland?
I remember seeing the first couple of Star Wars films as a young kid but they weren’t something I watched over and over growing up. Sci-fi films weren’t really my thing; I was more of a Peter Pan kind of girl – I know, shocker. Fast forward a few (we won’t say how many) years to … Will the Walt Disney World Opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge be as Epic as Disneyland?
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – Star Wars 101
This might come as a surprise, but there are Disney fans that don’t know anything about the Star Wars, so here’s a brief history of the saga and what you might need to know before entering Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park. In 1971, filmmaker George Lucas founded Lucasfilm Ltd., the production company that … Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – Star Wars 101
Hollywood Walk of Fame Schedules Mark Hamill’s Star Ceremony
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has announced the dedication and unveiling of a new star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Star Wars actor Mark Hamill. Hamill’s star was announced last year along with other 2018 honorees, including Minnie Mouse. The ceremony will take place Thursday, March 8th beginning at 11:30am PST. As with … Hollywood Walk of Fame Schedules Mark Hamill’s Star Ceremony
Director Rian Johnson Tapped to Create New Star Wars Trilogy
In a conference call for investors today, Walt Disney Company Chief Executive Officer Bob Iger announced that Star Wars: The Last Jedi writer-director Rian Johnson would create a new Star Wars trilogy. The new trilogy will expand from the original nine episode story arc into “a corner of the galaxy that Star Wars lore has never before … Director Rian Johnson Tapped to Create New Star Wars Trilogy
Untitled Han Solo Film to be Scored by Composer John Powell
John Powell – known for his soundtracks to the Matt Damon Bourne series, Shrek, Kung Fu Panda (1 and 2), and How to Train Your Dragon (1 and 2), will be lifting his baton again to score the upcoming Han Solo movie. Powell has written the music for many films and has even earned an … Untitled Han Solo Film to be Scored by Composer John Powell
Original Theatrical Cuts of the First Star Wars Trilogy Will Not Be Released
Fans have long been awaiting the opportunity to get their hands on a Blue-ray of the original Star Wars trilogy as it was first shown: without added CGI, without a Jabba’s palace dance number, and with Han actually shooting first. Those fans are in for a galaxy of disappointment. Kathleen Kennedy, President of Lucasfilm, put … Original Theatrical Cuts of the First Star Wars Trilogy Will Not Be Released
Disney Confirms Release Date for Indiana Jones 5
Last year, we reported that Bob Iger confirmed Indiana Jones 5 would be made. Disney has just announced that the film will be released on July 19, 2019. Disney’s chairman Alan Horn said in a statement: “Indiana Jones is one of the greatest heroes in cinematic history, and we can’t wait to bring him back to … Disney Confirms Release Date for Indiana Jones 5
George Lucas announces new plan to build museum in Los Angeles
Back in 2014, we reported that George Lucas was planning to build his “Lucas Film of Narrative Art” museum in his wife Mellody Hobson’s native Chicago, after considering sites in San Francisco and encountering community opposition. After facing opposition by Chicago’s “Friends of the Park” group, he has changed direction once again and will be … George Lucas announces new plan to build museum in Los Angeles
