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Chanel
Chanel N°5 as an Abstract Scent

  By Witnify • May 2, 2014 Uncategorized
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Perfumer Christopher Sheldrake explains how Chanel N°5 was inspired by the idea of creating a scent without an easily recognizable flower smell. The perfume was first released on May 4, 1941 and was created by the legendary perfumer Ernest Beaux.

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Carrie Fisher
Carrie Fisher Discusses Star Wars

  By Sarah Dejak • May 2, 2014 Uncategorized
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Carrie Fisher, known for her role as Princess Leia in ‘Star Wars,’ talks about the various scenes in the movie as well as the dangerous stunts she would do for her role. Fisher also touches on a personal level by discussing how she would love to be in a musical … Continue reading

Tagged   Acting, Arts and Culture, Carrie Fisher, Film, Science Fiction, Star Wars
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Chanel
The Unique Scent of Chanel N°5

  By Witnify • May 2, 2014 Uncategorized
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Jacques Polge, Chanel’s current head of perfumes, discusses why the unique nature of N°5 made is so popular. The perfume was first released on May 4, 1941 and was created by the legendary perfumer Ernest Beaux.

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Mark Hamill
Mark Hamill: ‘To Me, it’s More Than Science Fiction’

  By Sarah Dejak • May 2, 2014 Uncategorized
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Mark Hamill explains how he fell in love with the science fiction movie genre as well as credits ‘Star Wars’ as ‘more than science fiction.’ Hamill also touches on how George Lucas wanted the actors to develop their characters.

Tagged   Acting, Arts and Culture, Film, Mark Hamill, Science Fiction, Star Wars
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Mark Hamill
Mark Hamill: ‘Well, it’s Complete Nonsense’

  By Sarah Dejak • May 2, 2014 Uncategorized
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Mark Hamill, best known for playing Luke Skywalker in the ‘Star Wars’ films, explains the plot of the movie, the special effects, and what his odd casting call was  like as he was auditioning for the part.

Tagged   Actor, Arts and Culture, Film, Mark Hamill, Science Fiction, Star Wars
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George Lucas
Casting for ‘A New Hope’

  By Sarah Dejak • May 2, 2014 Uncategorized
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George Lucas explains how he chose the cast for the first ‘Star Wars’ movie entitled ‘A New Hope.’ Lucas discusses his method for picking the actors and how he was looking for an entire ensemble of actors that could work together, not just one great solo actor.  

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George Lucas
George Lucas Talks Numbers for Star Wars

  By Sarah Dejak • May 2, 2014 Uncategorized
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George Lucas explains how he acquired the merchandising rights and the rights for the sequels of his movie ‘Star Wars.’  

Tagged   Arts and Culture, Film, George Lucas, Science Fiction, Star Wars
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George Lucas
Mark Hamill on His First Meeting With George Lucas

  By Witnify • May 2, 2014 Uncategorized
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Actor Mark Hamill describes what George Lucas looked like at their first meeting and shares his appreciation for the director who launched his career.

Tagged   Acting, Arts and Culture, Film, George Lucas, Mark Hamill, Star Wars
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George Lucas
How Star Wars Got Its ‘Backstory’

  By Sarah Dejak • May 2, 2014 Uncategorized
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George Lucas talks about what he thought was going to be the end of ‘Star Wars.’ He recalls being a new father and wanting to raise his kids, but then realizing as they got older he could go back to producing a ‘backstory’ for the trilogy.

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George Lucas
How Start Wars Got its Chance

  By Sarah Dejak • May 2, 2014 Uncategorized
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George Lucas describes how his movie ‘Star Wars’ was made despite all the times he was shut down after the space movie pitch. Lucas recalls the head of Twentieth Century Fox calling him ‘very talented’ after pitching his movie ‘American Graffiti’ to him.

Tagged   Arts and Culture, Film, George Lucas, Science Fiction, Star Wars
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