Star Wars

  • The Story of Film Column #11: The Arrival of Multiplexes and Asian Mainstream

    As we close out The Story of Film’s look at the Seventies, we focus on three major developments that would influence world cinema dramatically. First was the rise of Asian films in the world market, specifically the action and fantasy spectacles coming from Hong Kong. Second were the changes in Indian cinema, leading to the… Continue reading

  • May the 4th Be With You!

    “May the 4th be with you.” What started as pun warmly shared by fans has become a full-fledged Star Wars holiday: Star Wars Day, a special once-a-year celebration of the galaxy far, far away. One of the earliest known records of “May the 4th” used in popular culture is in 1979, as described here by… Continue reading

  • Star Wars Countdown Day Three: Afterwards

    -posted by Jason Lee B. Don’t forget to read Star Wars Countdown Day One and Day Two! Did the Force Awaken inside you? Did you see the new episode in the theater? Do you need more Star Wars? The Library has plenty of resources available to continue the adventure. From technical blueprints to cartoons and… Continue reading

  • Star Wars Countdown Day Two: The Original Trilogy

    -posted by Jason Lee B. Don’t forget to read Star Wars Countdown Day One, too! Are you excited for Episode VII? My stomach is all aflutter. Maybe some blue milk will calm it down. Today let’s look at the different versions of the Original Trilogy. Of course the Library has a bit of a wait… Continue reading

  • Star Wars Countdown Day One: The Prequels

    -posted by Jason Lee B. In just a few more days, Star Wars Episode VII will be available to watch in theaters. I am watching the marathon of previous Star Wars movies down at the Cinerama in downtown Seattle, and I will probably watch Episode VII at the Pacific Science Center on the big IMAX screen.… Continue reading