Prophets of Science Fiction Season 1 Episode 8

Ep 8. George Lucas

  • TV-PG
  • March 7, 2012
  • 40 min
  • 6.8  (74)

In the eighth and final episode of season 1 of Prophets of Science Fiction, the focus is on the iconic filmmaker, George Lucas. The episode explores the impact that Lucas, the creator of Star Wars and Indiana Jones, has had on science fiction and popular culture as a whole.

The episode begins with a look at Lucas's childhood and early influences, including his obsession with Flash Gordon and Buck Rogers. We learn how he co-founded American Zoetrope with Francis Ford Coppola and directed his first feature film, THX 1138, which was a futuristic dystopian story set in a world where citizens are controlled by a totalitarian government. The episode then delves into his creation of Star Wars, discussing the development of the story, characters, and visual effects that made the film a groundbreaking success.

The episode features interviews with prominent individuals in the entertainment industry, such as Steven Spielberg, J.J. Abrams, and James Cameron, who discuss Lucas's impact on the film industry. They talk about the influence that Star Wars had on their own careers and on the sci-fi genre as a whole. We also hear from Lucas himself, who shares his thoughts on science fiction and his contributions to the genre.

In addition to discussing his successes, the episode also touches on Lucas's failures. It talks about the backlash he faced with the Star Wars prequels and the criticism he received for his digital remastering of the original trilogy. The episode also explores the reason why Lucas decided to sell his production company, Lucasfilm, to Disney for a reported $4.05 billion in 2012.

Overall, the final episode of Prophets of Science Fiction season 1 provides an in-depth look at the career of George Lucas and his impact on science fiction and popular culture. It is a must-watch for any fan of the Star Wars franchise or anyone interested in the history of science fiction in film.

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Prophets of Science Fiction, Season 1 Episode 8, is available to watch and stream on Discovery Channel. You can also buy, rent Prophets of Science Fiction on demand at Discovery+, Amazon Prime, Science Channel, Google Play, Apple TV online.
  • First Aired
    March 7, 2012
  • Content Rating
    TV-PG
  • Runtime
    40 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.8  (74)