The Stars of Star Wars - Interviews from the Cast

Starring:Johnny Depp, Carrie Fisher, Nichelle Nichols, John Williams, William Shatner, Magic Johnson, Billy Dee Williams, Anthony Daniels, Dominic Pace, Harrison Ford, George Lucas, Gary Busey, Jake Lloyd, Samuel L. Jackson, Leonard Nimoy, Fran Drescher, Natalie Portman, Dolores Fuller, Mark Hamill, Hugh M. Hefner
Director: Kent Hagen
Studio: PASSPORT VIDEO
Product Type: DVD

Editorial Review:
Amazon.com
What's cool about this video is also what makes it seem amateurish at first: it is neither endorsed nor authorized by 20th Century Fox or Lucasfilm. The result: a montage of interviews with everybody of importance to the Star Wars world--from George Lucas and Liam Neeson to Samuel L. Jackson and Harrison Ford, with intelligently written voice-over narration, and a unique exploration of Star Wars and Star Trek together. This is at once an homage to the Star Wars trilogies and a documentary of its sci-fi precursors, from silent film to Star Trek.

Since this collection of interviews isn't authorized by Lucasfilm, you won't find footage of the Star Wars movies here, although you will find terrific snippets from sci-fi milestones such as Fritz Lang's Metropolis. A youthful Carrie Fischer talk about the interplanetary appeal of the original Star Wars, while a 20-years-older Fischer talks about the films' fairytale-like grasp across generations. Young and older Harrison Fords and Mark Hamills give interesting perspectives as well; the video also sports one of the longer interviews recorded with the man inside C-3PO.

Amazon.com

What's cool about this video is also what makes it seem amateurish at first: it is neither endorsed nor authorized by 20th Century Fox or Lucasfilm. The result: a montage of interviews with everybody of importance to the Star Wars world--from George Lucas and Liam Neeson to Samuel L. Jackson and Harrison Ford, with intelligently written voice-over narration, and a unique exploration of Star Wars and Star Trek together. This is at once an homage to the Star Wars trilogies and a documentary of its sci-fi precursors, from silent film to Star Trek.

Since this collection of interviews isn't authorized by Lucasfilm, you won't find footage of the Star Wars movies here, although you will find terrific snippets from sci-fi milestones such as Fritz Lang's Metropolis. A youthful Carrie Fischer talk about the interplanetary appeal of the original Star Wars, while a 20-years-older Fischer talks about the films' fairytale-like grasp across generations. Young and older Harrison Fords and Mark Hamills give interesting perspectives as well; the video also sports one of the longer interviews recorded with the man inside C-3PO.

Besides the actual cast and crew of the Star Wars movies including The Phantom Menace, there are interviews here with stars as fans, famous people who love the movies as much as anyone: Sharon Stone, Gary Busey, Hugh Hefner, Magic Johnson, Christina Ricci, and William Shatner. A fun and provocative look through uncensored interviews across the spectrum at all that is Star Wars, worthy of any fan's archive, a must for any serious collection. --Erik Macki

Description

There has never been a phenomenon quite like it in the history of movies. Now, experience firsthand the power and impact of STAR WARS with this exciting documentary. See interviews with the stars and filmmakers of both the original STAR WARS series and the new prequel THE PHANTOM MENACE. Experience the thrill of PHANTOM's opening day and the premiere of the 1997 Special Edition Re-release of the STAR WARS series. Learn what influenced George Lucas when he created STAR WARS and what effect the film has had on the world of science fiction. Travel back in time to meet the creator of special effects then into the future to see how the worlds of STAR TREK and STAR WARS compare. Laugh at Mel Brooks' hilarious spoof SPACEBALLS then listen in as Hollywood superstars like Sharon Stone, Gary Busey, Hugh Hefner, Magic Johnson, Jennifer Tilly, Christina Ricci and Fran Drescher tell why they're fans and what effect the films have had on their lives. Best of all, go behind the scenes and meet George Lucas, Liam Neeson, Samuel L. Jackson, Natalie Portman, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Harrison Ford and many more as they talk about their roles in the most successful movie series of all time-- they're the STARS of STAR WARS! Bonus Material: The Complete Interviews Collectors bonus! Enjoy the complete, uninterrupted interviews with the stars of THE PHANTOM MENACE including Liam Neeson, Jake Lloyd, Natalie Portman, and Samuel L. Jackson. Plus Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill, Billy Dee Williams and George Lucas himself discuss THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK and the original1977 STAR WARS. Chapter stops you can go directly to on DVD include: The complete interviews with *Liam Neeson *Jake Lloyd *Natalie Portman *Harrison Ford *Carrie Fisher *Samuel L. Jackson *Mark Hamill *George Lucas *Billy Dee Williams

Customer Reviews:

STARS OF STAR WARS.......2006-07-29

Interesting information from interviews of the cast of STAR WARS.

... vintage..........2006-03-14

The 3 stars are just for the vintage interviews with the original cast. Something you don't see every day and with the charm of old and belovedly used video tapes. It's like a self cut amateur video of collected bits and pieces... and that gives you a warm feeling. The rest ... well, watch it once and then forget it!

I know you won't like this,Star Wars Fans........2004-02-05

I bet you're mad how I always bring Lord of the Rings into comparision with Star Wars BUT I CAN"T HELP IT!! Lord of the Rings actors and actresses will someday be put into a book like this.Hopefully they won't end up don't voices for cartoons like Mark Hamill.Viggio Mortenson and Orlando Bloom don't seem like they are sharing that fate.Another thing:I sooo love Peter Jackson doing all three movies at the same time.It's okay for Star Wars(Though sometimes it seems like they don't act the same in Star Wars afterwards)Lordies guys have all had a easy time making it seem continus.After All They probaley felt they WERE almost Tolkiens characters.
Now I know that Harrison Ford is a huge actor but still.I don't think I'm as interested in Star Wars guys.

Stars of Star Wars [IMPORT].......2003-12-28

Should be part of extra feature but sold as separately DVD. What a pity, George Lucas only see $$$$ now.

It's Star Wars!.......2003-10-31

If you have seen this movie, then no words need to be said. But if you haven't, come out from under that rock and watch it!
This movie just has to be seen!
By the way, just skip the prequels. Those ones suck.

The Stars of Star Wars: Interviews From the Cast

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The Stars of Star Wars: Interviews From the Cast
Starring: Stars of Star Wars
Manufacturer: Krb Music
ProductGroup: DVD
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Release Date: 2006-10-24

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