THE PEOPLE vs. GEORGE LUCAS examines Star Wars' legacy, opens LA 5/13 May 13, 2011

http://www.peoplevsgeorge.com

Wrekin Hill Entertainment and NECA Films presents THE PEOPLE vs. GEORGE LUCAS, showing for a one-week exclusive engagement at Landmark’s Nuart Theatre from Friday, May 13 through Thursday, May 19, 2011. Also opens May 13, 2011 at Edwards University Town Center Cinema in Irvine. SPECIAL APPEARANCE: Jonathan London of Geekscape.net and seen in the film, will speak to audiences at Nuart Theatre on Friday, May 13, at 7:30 & 9:50 shows.

The passion the original Star Wars trilogy inspires in its fans is unparalleled; but when it comes to George Lucas himself—one of the most passionately debated filmmakers of all time—many have found their ardor has cooled into a complicated love-hate relationship. This hilarious, heartfelt documentary delves deep into Lucas’s cultural legacy, asking all the tough questions. Has Lucas betrayed his masterwork? Should he have left the original trilogy alone? Will he ever redeem himself in their eyes, and more importantly, does he have any obligation to do so? Combining key testimonies from Gary Kurtz (producer of American Graffiti, Star Wars and The Empire Strikes Back), Dave Prowse (a.k.a. Darth Vader), Neil Gaiman (The Sandman, American Gods) and Francis Ford Coppola (The Godfather Trilogy, Apocalypse Now), and fan footage from around the globe that includes interviews, stop-motion animation, Super 8 action figure films and puppet rants, THE PEOPLE vs. GEORGE LUCAS takes a hard look at the man behind the most popular franchise in film history and asks: What the hell happened?

A tribute to the YouTube generation, this unique participatory documentary examines and articulates the many contentious issues that have become an integral part of the Star Wars mystique, and deconstructs George Lucas’s cultural legacy through the prism of his fans. Fundamentally, THE PEOPLE vs. GEORGE LUCAS is about how new media interacts with old media, as well as ownership and copyright in the digital age.

Engagements begin May 13, 2011
Landmark’s Nuart Theatre, 11272 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles (310) 281-8223
Tickets are $10.50 for general admission and $8.00 for seniors, students, and children
Showtimes (valid 5/13-5/19): Fri – Sun: 12:30, 2:50, 5:10, 7:30 & 9:50; Mon – Thurs at 5:10, 7:30 & 9:50.
SPECIAL APPEARANCE: Jonathan London of Geekscape.net and seen in the film, will speak to audiences at Nuart Theatre on Friday, May 13, at 7:30 & 9:50 shows.

Showtimes and tickets are available at: http://www.landmarktheatres.com/tickets and theatre box office.

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“Best film about geek culture I’ve ever seen.”—Chris Gore, G4

“Equal parts funny and informative, this is the definitive word on the debate and it is impossible to imagine that anyone will ever say it better.”—Film.com

“The briskly paced movie does an admirable job of lashing together the best bits, which are combined with fascinating archival footage of the social phenomenon that Stars Wars has become.”—Wired.com

“An amazing piece of documentary film making.”—Film School Rejects

“As a film by and for the fans, there’s no denying that THE PEOPLE vs. GEORGE LUCAS is worthy of its place in the pantheon of George Lucas’s classic series.”—GothchaMovies.com

2010 South by Southwest (SXSW) Film Festival - World Premiere
2010 It’s All True International Film Festival
2010 Hot Docs International Film Festival
2010 Edinburgh International Film Festival
2010 Los Angeles International Film Festival
2010 Silverdocs International Film Festival
2010 Munich International Film Festival

The film’s running time is 92 minutes; it is not rated.

Official Website: http://www.peoplevsgeorge.com