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1977 · 121 min · PG

Star Wars

Directed by George Lucas · Adventure, Action, Science Fiction

Star Wars (1977) is a Adventure film, directed by George Lucas set in Space during the far future. It runs 121 minutes and is rated PG.

Themes of freedom & oppression and coming of age run throughout.

Composer
John Williams
Cinematography
Gilbert Taylor
Cast
Mark HamillHarrison FordCarrie FisherPeter CushingAlec GuinnessAnthony DanielsKenny BakerPeter Mayhew

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Space
Setting
Off WorldDesert
When
Far Future

Premise & themes

Themes
Freedom & OppressionComing Of Age
Tone
HopefulTense

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadEnsemble
Pacing
Propulsive
Based on
Pure Fiction

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