The empire strikes back, and the making of star wars. Episode vi return of the jedi completed the most successful cinematic trilogy of its generation, perhaps of all time, this splendid thirtiethanniversary tribute concludes new york times bestselling author j. The making of return of the jedi book trailer the star. The making of star wars revenge of the sith is a book written by jonathan w. Bursting with information throughout its twelve chapters and 361 pages with all kinds of facts, images and analysis relating to the the making of this iconic movie. My point is that the making of book doesnt feature any early draft containing huge deviations from the finished picture except for variations on how to resolve the lukevaderemperor triangle, but it would always end with the former vanquishing the later two because there wasnt any. Rinzler s the making of return of the jedi, an epic tome chronicling the years of hard work that went into the last film in the original star wars trilogy.
It is a credit to the book s author that upon reading the making of star wars i felt exhausted, yet exhilarated, as if i had participated in the entire process myself, from preproduction to editing. Rinzlers trio of fascinating behindthescenes books celebrating george lucass classic films. Rinzlers unleashes his third installment of his wildly successful book series, the making of return of the jedi rinzler, who serves as the executive editor at lucasfilm ltd, divulges an. Rinzlers trio of breathtaking books celebrating george lucass classic saga. Even if youve watched all the making of specials and read up on this film before, youll still find so much you.
The making of star wars return of the jedi for sale online. I didnt feel like anything was covered up in the esb book, rinzler points. Rinzlers trio of fascinating behindthescenes books celebrating george. Return of the jedi into an immersive multimedia experience worthy of the original film. Return of the jedi, as well as the london times bestseller the complete making of indiana jones.
It features exclusive content pulled from the lucasfilm archives by author j. Within the 372 pages, the story of how return of the jedi was made is fully laid out in a wonderful format thats thoroughly engaging. The making of return of the jedi is a book written by j. Rinzlers the making of return of the jedi book film. Return of the jedi is a lavish fully illustrated book that. He also directed the animated short riddle of the black cat and is presently working on a childrens book. Episode vi return of the jedi completed the most successful cinematic trilogy of its generation, perhaps of all time, this splendid thirtiethanniversary tribute completes new york times bestselling author j. Episode vi return of the jedi, including a foreword by brad bird. Rinzlers book series chronicling the making of the original trilogy wraps up today with the making of return of the jedi.
Rinzler regarding his new book, the making of return of the jedi, which is due out this week from del reylucasbooks. Episode vi return of the jedi completed the most successful cinematic trilogy of its generation, perhaps of all time, this. He has the talent to do this for both books like this one, that are out of universe and for in universe books like the star wars blue prints series. Another thing that surprised me about this makingof book is that its incredibly honest and doesnt seem to hold back anything about the ordeal that was making star wars come to life. The making of return of the jedi wookieepedia fandom. Concluding rinzlers trio of books celebrating george lucas star wars films is this mother lode of revelations about the making of the return of the jedi. A long time ago in a theater near you, star wars return of the jedi dazzled audiences by concluding one of the most beloved cinematic trilogies. The screenplay is by lawrence kasdan and george lucas from a story by lucas, who was also the executive producer. Episode vi return of the jedi is a 1983 american epic space opera film directed by richard marquand.
Return of the jedi, as well as the london times bestseller the complete making of. It just feels like something is missing at the beginning there. Rinzlers upcoming book the making of return of the jedi, due out october 1, 20. Revenge of the sith, the art and making of monster house, and creating the worlds of star wars, which he coauthored with visualeffects supervisor john knoll. Return of the jedi, as well as the london times bestseller the plete making of indiana jones. Making star wars is the leading source in original podcast content, spoilers, speculation and discussion of star wars. Rinzlers making of star wars digitally enhanced books.
This massive book tells the story of episode vi from beginning to end, and its crammed with amusing anecdotes, fascinating trivia, and tense moments that reveal a lot about the filmmakers and the creative process. The book covers the entire process, from securing the funding for. The return of the jedi is an indispensible volume that will add tons of insight to your appreciation of george lucas original trilogy. Return of the jedi gives a spectacular subject its just due, with more than five hundred images and many, many new interviews. Rinzler that covers the creation of revenge of the sith. I own every book in this collection, and every single one of them is worth the price of admission. What a great ending to the star wars making of trilogy.
Now, 30 years later, new york times bestselling author j. Rinzler has gone through masses of production documents at lucasfilm and interviewed tons of people, and come up with a. Rinzler s trio of breathtaking books celebrating george lucass classic saga. Rinzler s trio of fascinating behind the scenes books celebrating george lucass classic films. Rinzler detailing the making of the star wars movies.
This enhanced ebook transforms the making of star wars. Rinzler is an excellent, meticulous researcher who is able to present his information in a clear, interesting manner. Rinzler has gone through masses of production documents at lucasfilm and interviewed tons of people, and come up. Rinzler has gone through masses of production documents at lucasfilm and interviewed tons of people, and. Revenge of the sith, as well as the art of star wars. Episode vi return of the jedi, including a foreword by brad. On october 22, 20, it was released in enhanced ebook edition, with bonus artwork and photos that did not appear in the print edition. Episode vi return of the jedi completed the most successful cinematic trilogy of its. Return of the jedi by j w rinzler 9780345511461 6 the making of star wars. Earlier this year, the digital bits celebrated the 30th anniversary of return of the jedi with this retrospective article. Rinzlers other behindthescenes books about making the original star wars. The making of star wars penguin random house canada.
Return of the jedi just like rinzlers 2010 volume about empire strikes back, the making of star wars. Bts jw rinzlers making of return of the jedi page 18. The making of return of the jedi prop store ultimate. This enhanced multitouch ebook made specially for ibooks transforms the making of star wars. The making of return of the jedi is a lavish and enthralling celebration of one of the most cherished movies ever made and will be a musthave for star wars fans and serious cinephiles alike. This one on return of the jedi is as good as the first two. Just as the making of star wars and the making of the empire strikes back chronicled everything i ever knew about the making of the movies and heaps more, so the making of return of the jedi contains all the sw insider info that i could ever dream of. Just like rinzlers 2010 volume about empire strikes back, the making of star wars. Once again, the authors unprecedented access to the formidable. Return of the jedi just like rinzler s 2010 volume about empire strikes back, the making of star wars. If youre a star wars fan, the making of return of the jedi is a must. Once again, the authors unprecedented access to the lucasfilm archives has yielded a. Rinzler has gone through masses of production documents at lucasfilm.
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