The Mythology of Star Wars with George Lucas and Bill Moyers

The struggle between heroes and villains and the influence of a higher force are the essence of mythology and resonate within all cultures, providing storytellers with a natural framework for spinning tales. In this program, George Lucas discusses his efforts to tell old myths in new ways, the role of faith in his own life, and the influence of his mentor, Joseph Campbell. Using extensive film clips from the Star Wars saga, the discussion explores how the continuing battle between the forces of light and darkness is best waged when we believe in a force greater than ourselves. Lucas says that Star Wars is ultimately about a quest for personal transformation and that key to this journey is a deep faith and an appreciation for friendship, honor, and trust.

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"Director George Lucas talks about the ancient myths and epic themes he drew upon while making his sci-fi adventure epic Star Wars."
"The struggle between heroes and villains and the influence of a higher force are the essence of mythology and resonate within all cultures, providing storytellers with a natural framework for spinning tales. In this program, George Lucas discusses his efforts to tell old myths in new ways, the role of faith in his own life, and the influence of his mentor, Joseph Campbell. Using extensive film clips from the Star Wars saga, the discussion explores how the continuing battle between the forces of light and darkness is best waged when we believe in a force greater than ourselves. Lucas says that Star Wars is ultimately about a quest for personal transformation and that key to this journey is a deep faith and an appreciation for friendship, honor, and trust."@en
"Bill Moyers conducts an interview with George Lucas in which he discusses his efforts to tell old myths in new ways with his Star Wars films, the role of faith in his own life, and the influence of his mentor, Joseph Campbell."
"George Lucas discusses with Bill Moyers his efforts to tell old myths in new ways, the role of faith in his life and the influence of his mentor, Joseph Campbell. Using extensive film clips, Lucas explains how the Star Wars saga presents a continuing battle between good and evil, light and darkness, waged in the presence of a higher force, and is ultimately a quest for personal transformation."@en
"Bill Moyers conducts an interview with George Lucas in which he discusses his efforts to tell old myths in new ways, the role of faith in his own life, and the influence of his mentor, Joseph Campbell."
"Bill Moyers conducts an interview with George Lucas in which he discusses his efforts to tell old myths in new ways, the role of faith in his own life, and the influence of his mentor, Joseph Campbell."@en