Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope
The Big Picture George Lucas has a complicated relationship with the juggernaut Star Wars franchise he created. Hailed for directing one of the most impactful blockbusters to grace screens, he's also earned plenty of criticism for returning to helm the then-maligned prequel trilogy. As time has gone on, however, views on The Phantom Menace through Revenge of the Sithhave notably softened as perspectives constantly shift and fans re-evaluate the visions for each film.
Furthermore, Lucas believes that the focus of Star Wars isn't meant to be on race nor is it meant to discredit other races. "The idea is that you're supposed to accept people for what they are, even if they're big and furry or whether they're green," he continued. He instead sees the inclusion of the Rebel Alliance's alien allies, like Chewbacca, the Mon Calamari, and the Ewoks, as a showcase of how the franchise places value in other races.
George Lucas Insists He Never Hesitated to Cast Black Actors in 'Star Wars' Close To further get his point across, Lucas reflected on the few Black actors who took on major roles in the original and prequel trilogies.
All the criticism aside, nothing has slowed Star Wars's roll as one of the biggest media franchises on the planet. Though Lucas has been relatively detached from his creation since selling Lucasfilm to Disney in 2012, he's made untold millions from the franchise and has forever left an unmistakable imprint on the franchise.
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