Star Wars characters out in force for plaque tribute to make-up artist

“I believe it’s going to break many records for opening release”, he commented, adding he believes the films have been so captivating for audiences over the decades because “it’s a classic story that provokes many types of excitement that is atypical for a sci-fi thriller”. “When the movie comes out, those characters and that destination will take on new meaning, and, of course, we’re always looking for additional planets far, far away that we can journey to”. Franklin said collectors often buy two of the same items: One to preserve behind plastic and the other to open, or “liberate”, as they say in the biz. “Nobody even bothered to get in contact to ask”, he said.

But while we wait to see whether Episode VII can live up to the hype, here’s a chance to remind ourselves of why we fell in love with the Star Wars saga to begin with.

Although I may not share the zeal of a fan, I have to say, I’m glad to know what everyone’s been talking about.

All the fervor revolves around a Star Wars movie that takes place 30 years after the Galactic Empire is defeated and focuses on Han Solo played by Harrison Ford and his allies taking on a threat from Kylo Ren and an army of Stormtroopers.

“When the new film was being made they had a big party to launch it and I never got invited”.

Carrie Fisher’s Princess Leia, the only female character in the original trilogy of much effect, is consistently mentioned throughout Return of the Jedi as having the same powers as her brother, Luke.

Prowse said he has no memory of leaking the plot twist.

“I would plan on arriving early”, Jadallah said.

Reports have claimed tensions also built between Prowse and Lucas after the director chose not to use the actors voice in the film. Boba Fett. Who talks back to Vader!? Spraggins said most toys aren’t worth as much as people think. If you’ve never seen a Mel Brooks movie, then you should really watch Blazing Saddles, but this is good too.

Dad-of-three David now makes a living attending fan events and last month, set up a stall selling autographs for £20 the Wrexham Comic Con convention. “I mean, it is “Star Wars” – I’m not expecting it to be realistic”.

‘He looked a bit nervous at first, just gazing up at the head, but I think the smell of peanuts overcame any fear, and he soon stuffed his head in to reach the goodies, ‘ she said. “One thing I really love about this show is it’s cool to have a light saber and fight these villains, but the idea that you’re facing your fear and standing up to your fear is awesome to me”.

The replica is not the exhibition’s only attraction as visitors can also test out their gaming skills by playing the much-awaited Star Wars Battlefront video game on the available consoles.

“When I say that she just goes quiet and doesn’t know what to say”. It’s up to Lucas and company to decide if they want to continue with future episodes of Star Wars.

“Today I am a shadow of my former self”. I even remember the short film – Black Angel – that played before it. That’s how total it was for me. Artists from Wood Street Walls work on Star Wars-themed murals on Grove Green Road in Leytonstone, east London, to coincide with the unveiling of a Waltham Forest blue heritage plaque to celebrate the life of make-up artist Stuart Freeborn – who worked on Star Wars films and created the Chewbacca and Yoda characters.