“As for those responsible for this conspiracy: All I can wish them is an Alien breeding inside their chests…” H.R. Giger is a Swiss artist whose imagination gave birth to the design of the aliens in the iconic “Alien” film franchise. His horrifying creations first came to the screen in … Continue reading
Actor Roddy MacDowell shares his home movies of the extensive make-up regimen required for his role in the original 1968 film, “Planet of the Apes.” At the end, he lends Carol Burnett an ear.
Director Matt Reeves narrates the challenges of making the 2014 film, “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes” with actor Jason Clarke. Clarke had to respond to the director’s monkey noises in an abandoned quarry to stay in character. From the New York Times. Produced by Mekado Murphy.
In this audio clip, English professor Dr. Loren Logsdon shares the extraordinary way in which he became friends with world-famous science-fiction author, Ray Bradbury. He reveals Bradbury’s literary inspirations and provides a glimpse into the mind and heart of the popular writer.
Carrie Fisher, known for her role as Princess Leia in ‘Star Wars,’ roasts George Lucas, the director and producer of the beloved movie that helped to define a generation.
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
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.
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.
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.
George Lucas explains how he acquired the merchandising rights and the rights for the sequels of his movie ‘Star Wars.’
