Abrams saw one of the films in thx, mainly return of the jedi in 1983. Rinzler s book series chronicling the making of the original trilogy wraps up today with the making of return of the jedi. The definitive story behind the film 01 by jonathan w. While hardcore film fans will enjoy it as well, the making of star wars. I think the explanation might be a tab bit incorrect though. Jedi news concluding rinzlers trio of books celebrating george lucas star wars films is this mother lode of revelations about the making of the return of the jedi which celebrates its 30th anniversary in 20. Theres no juicy stuff at all and id say its rather boring. This enhanced multitouch ebook made specially for ibooks transforms the making of star wars.
Sep 30, 20 now the final installment of george lucas iconic trilogy is getting the same treatment with the making of return of the jedi. Within the 372 pages, the story of how return of the jedi was made is fully laid out in a wonderful format thats thoroughly engaging. His most recent books are the making of return of the jedi and star wars storyboardsthe original trilogy. The making of star wars return of the jedi for sale online. Return of the jedi enhanced edition kindle edition by rinzler, j. Just like rinzlers 2010 volume about empire strikes back, the making of star wars. Jonathan rinzlers forthcoming book on the making of return of the jedi should shed a little more light on which paintings ralph did for the jedi production, as well as those that were done after the fact for the portfolio. Return of the jedi gives a spectacular subject its just due, with more than five hundred images and many, many new interviews.
A long time ago in a theater near you, star wars return of the jedi dazzled audiences by concluding one of the most beloved cinematic trilogies. Its really nothing compared to rinzler s magnificient book. The avco was one of the theaters that had opted for the new thx sound system. Rinzler s book is incredibly detailed and wellresearched, and has an astounding amount of information behindthescenes of the making of return of the jedi. The newly included bonus material is enlightening and entertaining, and makes this ebook all that much better than the print version.
Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Just as the making of star wars and the making of the empire strikes back chronicled everything i ever knew about the making of the movies and heaps more, so the making of return of the jedi contains all the sw insider info that i could ever dream of. This massive book tells the story of episode vi from beginning to end, and its crammed with amusing anecdotes, fascinating trivia, and tense moments that reveal a lot about the filmmakers and the creative process. Episode vi return of the jedi completed the most successful cinematic trilogy of its. The esb original making of was much better i have it too, and parts of it could be found in rinzler s release three years ago.
Rinzlers trio of fascinating behindthescenes books celebrating george. Rinzler s the making of return of the jedi book posted on tuesday, october 1st, 20 by peter sciretta today is the day, del reys highly anticipated the making of return. Rinzlers unleashes his third installment of his wildly successful book series, the making of return of the jedi rinzler, who serves as the executive editor at lucasfilm ltd, divulges an. Rinzler has gone through masses of production documents at lucasfilm. Rinzler s book is incredibly detailed and wellresearched, and has an astounding amount of information behind the scenes of the making of return of the jedi. Once again, the authors unprecedented access to the lucasfilm archives has yielded a. Now, 30 years later, new york times bestselling author j.
Bursting with information throughout its twelve chapters and 361 pages with all kinds of facts, images and analysis relating to the the making of this iconic movie. Rinzler has gone through masses of production documents at lucasfilm and interviewed tons of people, and come up with a. The empire strikes back, and the making of star wars. Once again, the authors unprecedented access to the formidable. Rinzler has gone through masses of production documents at lucasfilm and interviewed tons of people, and come up. Episode vi return of the jedi, including a foreword by brad bird.
Concluding rinzlers trio of books celebrating george lucas star wars films is this mother lode of revelations about the making of the return of the jedi. Return of the jedi enhanced edition ebook written by j. It features exclusive content pulled from the lucasfilm archives by author j. On october 22, 20, it was released in enhanced ebook edition, with bonus artwork and photos that did not appear in the print edition. Rinzler has gone through masses of production documents at lucasfilm and interviewed tons of people, and. He also directed the animated short riddle of the black cat and is presently working on a childrens book. Bts jw rinzlers making of return of the jedi page 9. Rinzler, executive editor at lucasfilm, had unprecedented access to the source materials, concept art, and handwritten notes in the lucasfilm archives, and his extensive research shines through in the pages of this book. This one on return of the jedi is as good as the first two. Return of the jedi, as well as the london times bestseller the complete making of. Rinzler s trio of fascinating behindthescenes books.
I have the original rotj making of book, bought it second hand years and years ago. Aug 15, 2015 i believe bleeding cool is probably correct. The making of return of the jedi wookieepedia fandom. One of the things that accompanied these 30th anniversary events was the release of the three making of books by lucas books executive editor jonathan rinzler and on saturday, october 5, star wars fans here in the uk had the chance to not only celebrate the release of the magnificent making of return of the jedi but also a unique opportunity to. Rinzler detailing the making of the star wars movies. Quick flip through the enhanced edition of the book on an ipad, with more pictures, rare video and audio files. Rinzler s the making of return of the jedi, an epic tome chronicling the years of hard work that went into the last film in the original star wars trilogy. The making of star wars penguin random house canada.
Rinzler the making of the return of the jedi look in the book just as star wars. Jedi news concluding rinzler s trio of books celebrating george lucas star wars films is this mother lode of revelations about the making of the return of the jedi which celebrates its 30th anniversary in 20. Return of the jedi into an immersive multimedia experience worthy of the original film. The making of return of the jedi prop store ultimate. The definitive story behind the film by rinzler, j. The making of return of the jedi the latest addition to my library is the making of return of the jedi, published by del rey and written by j. Rinzlers trio of fascinating behindthescenes books celebrating george lucass classic films. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the making of star wars. Nov 19, 20 the one place rinzler does perhaps share a bit more of his own opinion than in the other books is on return of the jedi itself, as he doesnt just use others quotes, but a couple of times.
The making of return of the jedi enhanced edition jedi. Its release is timed to coincide with the 30th anniversary of the film. Quick flip through the book, with lots of rare pictures and facts from the first drafts to the final movie. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the making of star wars. Read download the making of return of the jedi pdf pdf. Joe johnston drew this concept sketch to go with early drafts of revenge of the jedi. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Bts jw rinzlers making of return of the jedi page 18. This enhanced ebook transforms the making of star wars. Earlier this year, the digital bits celebrated the 30th anniversary of return of the jedi with this retrospective article. The making of return of the jedi book trailer the star. Rinzler, 97817810762, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Return of the jedi just like rinzler s 2010 volume about empire strikes back, the making of star wars. Return of the jedi by j w rinzler 9780345511461 6 the making of star wars.
The one place rinzler does perhaps share a bit more of his own opinion than in the other books is on return of the jedi itself, as he doesnt just use others quotes, but a couple of times. Ralph mcquarries stunning return of the jedi concept art. Episode vi return of the jedi completed the most successful cinematic trilogy of its generation, perhaps of all time, this splendid thirtiethanniversary tribute completes new york times bestselling author j. What a great ending to the star wars making of trilogy. Return of the jedi, as well as the london times bestseller the complete making of indiana jones. Rinzler s trio of fascinating behindthescenes books celebrating george lucass classic films.
Episode vi return of the jedi, including a foreword by brad. Rinzler s upcoming book the making of return of the jedi, due out october 1, 20. Episode vi return of the jedi completed the most successful cinematic trilogy of its generation, perhaps of all time, this splendid thirtiethanniversary tribute concludes new york times bestselling author j. The return of the jedi is an indispensible volume that will add tons of insight to your appreciation of george lucas original trilogy. Rinzler regarding his new book, the making of return of the jedi, which is due out this week from del reylucasbooks. Return of the jedi just like rinzlers 2010 volume about empire strikes back, the making of star wars. Return of the jedi is a lavish fully illustrated book that. The making of return of the jedi is a book written by j. Return of the jedi like rinzlers previous star wars makingof books.