George Lucas - Blog Posts

Way back in 2018, I saved the lyrics “Can't I make you understand? You're having delusions of grandeur,” from Defying Gravity, Wicked, in a Google Doc of all my favorite quotes. However, upon rewatching all the Star Wars movies this year, I realized that I might not be the first person to like the line... looking at you Stephen Schwartz

Some of you are too afraid to admit this but we all know Star Wars works best when it goes full soap opera

Love the darth plagueis reveal because it’s 100% giving the energy of your roommate has a date over and you’re peeking out of your room to see if it’s safe to use the kitchen yet

"Part of [creating the Obi-Wan Kenobi series] was interfacing with George. Early on, there was a conversation had with George over his thoughts were, and whether or not honestly he would balk at the whole concept of 'we're taking Obi-Wan and Vader again and we're doing this [storyline]'. And he was a hundred percent supportive. And I've heard tell that it's been one of his favorite things that's come out of Star Wars, because he recognizes so much of what he did in the prequels basically brought forward and celebrated." --Pablo Hidalgo, Full of Sith podcast #VINDICAAAAAATIOOOOONNNN #THE OBI-WAN KENOBI SERIES NAILED BEING AN EXTENSION OF THE PREQUELS #FROM THE AESTHETIC DETAILS OF FIGHT CHOREOGRAPHY TO THE THEMES OF THESE CHARACTERS #THAT SHOW UNDERSTOOD THE ASSIGNMENT #AND I'M GOING TO STAPLE THIS TO EVERYONE'S DOOR OUT OF SHEER GLEE THAT GEORGE LUCAS AGREES

I’m so sorry we didn’t learn, George.

Skywalker twins sketch

Somewhere out there, there is a mock-Jar Jar Binks puppet sitting in a Lucasfilm warehouse.

It must be set free.

Scott Greenberg's Closing Arguments

I made this drawing for May the Fourth or 'Star Wars Day' 2024; Scott Greenberg, Attorney at Law was basically a very gag bit character from Family Guy, after Scott reveals to Carter that he's being sued for freak accident caused by Peter's erotic novel for which Carter's libel as publisher.

In a desperate attempt to prevent his assets from being ceased Carter opens the trap door to a pit; Scott soon finds himself face to face with The Rancor in a fight scene reminiscent of Star War Return of the Jedi, Greenberg defeats the beast and emerges from the pit visibly annoyed. "Huh. I didn't realize Greenberg was a Jedi." Carter said surpised delivering the funniest line of the episode.

I based Scott's appearance off award winning actor Elliot Gould while he didn't play the character in Family Guy, I have the feeling play a Jedi Lawyer would be right up his alley; Especially consider his roles in movies namely MASH (1970) and The Long Goodbye (1973) both of which showcased his Dramatic skills and Comedic Timing required for a character like this.

I decited draw him in traditional Jedi Grab complete with lightsaber, mainly because I wanted to make it in my own style and second a lightsaber just doesn't look with a business suit; Thanks for reading this I hope it wasn't to boring.

Scott Greenberg The Best Lawyer Ever!

From Family Guy S4 E24 Peterotica I always laugh when ever I see this scene.

Star Wars Art

While not the biggest Star Wars fan, I would still love to show y'all some pieces I made for Star Wars Day on DeviantArt for both May The 4th this year and last year.

DeviantArt Description- Star Wars Landspeeder

'I've decided to do something a little different in honor of Star Wars Day. The Landspeeder a form of personnel transportation most commonly found on Tatooine. I made this little beauty out of cardboard, construction paper and cut up a plastic bottle for the windshield.

Although it doesn't look like exactly the one from the movie I'm sure someone in the Star Wars Universe owns one like this.'

DeviantArt Description- The Great Chommell Womp Rat Hunt

'In 4 ABY the tide of the Imperial–Alliance War had began to turn in favour of the Rebellion; Here we see the X-Wingfighters from Orange Squadron fended off the few remaining Imperial Tie Fighters. Assigned to the defence of the recently captured planet Karlinus Orange Squardron soon proved their effectiveness, as they destoryed several Imperial Starships in the empire's failed last ditch bid to retake the planet.'

I hope everyone enjoyed this trip down memory lane, I had a lot of fun making these pieces.

Duel of the Fates

Alec Guinness vs David Prowse in Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977) by George Lucas

Bill Pullman vs Rick Moranis in Spaceballs (1987) by Mel Brooks

Lloyd Bridges vs Jerry Haleva in Hot Shots! Part Deux (1993) by Jim Abrahams

Howard the Duck

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15. Ewan McGregor Movie Review: Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999)

Hey y'all, I'm back! I took a break that lasted longer than expected and it's finally time for me get back to it. This is Ewan's first movie of 1999.

Genre: Family/Sci-fi

Rating: PG

Director: George Lucas

Starring: Liam Neeson, Ewan McGregor, Ahmed Best, Natalie Portman, Jake Lloyd

Movie Synopsis: "The Phantom Menace" is about two Jedi, Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi, who are sent on a simple diplomatic mission to help a planet in crisis. What they discover is a much larger conspiracy and that their enemy, The Sith, have finally resurfaced after 1,000 years. Aid for the Jedi comes from an unlikely ally, Anakin Skywalker, who is an enslaved child and believed by Qui-Gon to be the Chosen One who will bring balance to the Force.

Ewan Review: Ewan McGregor plays the character Obi-Wan Kenobi who is an Apprentice aka Padawan to his Master, Qui-Gon Jinn. Obi-Wan is near the end of his Apprenticeship and is a very calm, focused, and prepared Jedi learner. While his Master believes little Anakin is the Chosen One and will do anything, even go against their Council's orders, to train the boy, Obi-Wan is not convinced. During their mission, Obi-Wan must use all of his training to confront the Sith and help bring peace to the planet. Ewan speaks in what sounds like a British accent for this role. He doesn't have any love interests, kissing, or nude scenes. His role isn't very prominent so he doesn't do much. He goes swimming with his clothes on if that is important to you and he has a fight scene at the end of the movie which is spectacular. His acting is fine for the little he's given to do.

Screentime Percentage: Ewan is on screen for a grand total of 23/136 minutes making his SP 17%.

To Ewan or not to Ewan: Is the movie worth watching for Ewan content alone? Sigh...no. Wait! Before you crucify me, just please take off your nostalgia glasses for a second! This movie and version of Obi-Wan is as dear to my heart as it is to many fans. However, my absolute love for this character doesn't change the fact that the man is barely in the movie. When he is, it's very brief scenes where he tends to be standing quietly in the background. He also has minimal lines. Even Ewan himself has joked about how he was basically hired to just stand behind Liam Neeson. The bulk of his screentime happens in the last TEN minutes of the movie. Ewan being in this film is a plus, not the reason you should watch. So, I'm obliged to say that this isn't the Ewan content you're looking for (pun intended). Now, is the movie worth watching in general? Absolutely! It's such a fun time, the world building is incredible and don't get me started on the film score! Plus, the lightsaber duel at the end is one of the best fight sequences in the entire Star Wars series.

Where to Watch: You can watch The Phantom Menace if you are subscribed to Disney+. The movie is available for rent on Amazon Prime Video, Google Play Movies & TV, or Fandango at Home. You can also pirate it on soap2day.

Star Wars (1977) dir. George Lucas

Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back (1980)

dir. Irvin Kershner

The category is arms

My friend Alex asked me to draw out his next tattoo, of Boba Fett. I was pretty excited when he asked me to and even more excited after finding out Chicago was going to be getting the George Lucas Museum :)