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1983 · 132 min · PG

Return of the Jedi

Directed by Richard Marquand · Adventure, Action, Science Fiction

Return of the Jedi (1983) is a Adventure film, directed by Richard Marquand set in Space. It runs 132 minutes and is rated PG.

A space exploration, with a tense and hopeful tone. Themes of family & loyalty and redemption run throughout.

Composer
John Williams
Cinematography
Alan HumeAlec Mills
Cast
Mark HamillHarrison FordCarrie FisherBilly Dee WilliamsAnthony DanielsPeter MayhewSebastian ShawIan McDiarmid

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Space
Setting
Off WorldDesertWilderness
When
Timeless

Premise & themes

Premise
Space Exploration
Themes
Family & LoyaltyRedemption
Tone
TenseHopeful

Shape

Protagonist
Ensemble
Pacing
Propulsive
Based on
Pure Fiction

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