George Lucas Explains LUKE SKYWALKER IN DETAIL - The Original Trilogy Bonus DVD Reaction

Welcome back to another Bonus DVD special, where today we embark on the Original Trilogy BTS with George Lucas!
Here, George talks about Luke Skywalker in great detail, along with the original script and the rest of the crew (Han, Leia, etc)
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[@StarWarsTheory]

Welcome back to the Bonus DVD series! (these videos are all copyrighted, so it may not be visible to some of you in select countries, but hoping for the most part, you can be part of the BTS with me :)) Here is the playlist for all the previous BONUS DVD reactions - kzbin.info/aero/PLyXNVJm4ZnaOiVS7pW3dsAv270tn57qbV&jct=nwnNbaV99AxrkAqkpiyI6njPsNoebQ

[@bigbird2240]

The uncanny valley

[@_Pramus]

Please man realize the other episodes this is like a dream come true since I understand your deep love for the series This and the empire of dreams holy fuck that was great

[@_Pramus]

So hyped for birth of the lightsaber and empire of dreams

[@IsaacHolland2021]

Thank god it ain’t blocked in Australia.

[@carolynpennock7061]

I love watching the bonus features on the Star Wars movies. Thanks for sharing. 😁

[@dereklopez9060]

To me, Luke Skywalker will always be a legendary hero. Not counting the sequel trilogy.

[@blondetapperware8289]

But he still is legendary hero. That was the point he realizes at the end of his arc in The Last Jedi.

[@keepmovingforward1722]

But..The Thrawn Trilogy is the sequel

[@cmbaz1140]

Se-qu-el ??? What is that ...never heard of her...

[@stephenthedude4383]

They fly now!?!?!

[@blondetapperware8289]

@@stephenthedude4383 they fly now!!!

[@JonSolo]

I fuggin love how transparent and pure these OG special features feel compared to the overly-edited, smoothed over behind the scenes features that Disney picked and chose to give us with the Sequel Trilogy

[@skull222k]

Yeah I wish Disney wasn't so corporate

[@mfrey2142]

Luke was the classic hero archetype saving the damsel in distress and battling the ultimate evil. He is such a relatable character because he is the every-man like they said. The every-man doesn’t see himself as the type that gives up and they are inspired by their heroes to keep going no matter the odds. Rian Johnson must have gotten the Green Goblin quote in his mind that “The one thing they love more than a hero is to see a hero fail, fall, die trying.” The original novelization of Star Wars included the subtitle “From the Adventures of Luke Skywalker.” It was always about Luke. You don’t build the character up to this heroic height over the course of three movies just to have him repeat the mistakes of his mentors and become a washed up and suicidal hermit. The Star Wars Trilogy already had its Obi-Wan character.

[@MedalionDS9]

"Luke is a Hero" ~ George Lucas SAY IT LOUD TO THOSE IN THE BACK *cough* Disney Lucasfilm

[@HiCon37]

Nothing can compare to watching Star Wars and feeling like a kid again. It's one of those feelings you just can explain or describe, but it's always comforting and warm. Love this kind of stuff, do more please!

[@Sergeant_Camacho]

I used to watch this DVD every day back in 2004-2005. Also, the bonus DVD of Lord of the Rings was spectacular. Couldn't believe 20 years later, all these franchises are being burn to the ground by greedy corporations. Just what Lucas and Jackson back in the day warned us about.

[@star.wars_revan]

Luke Skywalker is one of the most iconic heroes and seeing how he was created is really amazing and interesting

[@Darthbaldmouse]

A lost age, I was 8 when a new hope came out. Disney has a lot to answer for.

[@kenaboss4527]

Back to bonus DVD's this is where the fun begins

[@Jikuro_]

Hi Theory. A little random but just wanted you to know that your channel, your videos, your work, and you mean a lot to me and many other Star Wars fans out there. Throughout my life I have always loved Star Wars and sought out every fragment of Star Wars content I could find, but when there was none left where do we go, and that’s where you come in, you have been there along the way keeping the fans together and motivated, dedicated, inspired. For years. And not only that but also accompanying many many of us throughout all our many hardships providing distractions in the form of your videos, in the form of entertainment, which also brought a sense of comfort with it as well as a sense of an accepting community and belonging. Ultimately helping us get through our own lives and keeping on fighting with inspiration and hope. Please keep doing what you’re doing, and keep getting inspired and be inspiring to us all. Keep writing and making your own Star Wars fan films. You have talent. Follow your dreams. And never stop believing or let go of hope, for the force will always be with you, guiding you along the way.

[@StarWarsTheory]

Thanks Sui, I needed to read this. I will promise to never go anywhere, but onwards with you all, my friends, here!

[@Jikuro_]

@@StarWarsTheory Onwards! Can’t wait for Vader ep 2 btw

[@daveschloeffel1198]

Having grown up in the 80s this will always be Luke's story in my eyes. His journey is iconic. Will always be my favorite character in that universe. 💖

[@flugel5554]

man i really love concept arts, dream job. the last scene with the ewoks beating the stormtroopers is absolutely hilarious

[@RampidWarthogStudios]

One thing I admire is how George can give so much character to faceless emotionless characters. Like C-3PO and Vader

[@TimmayKC]

I remember watching all of these featurettes back in the day and being amazed and enthralled by the grand scale of it. The work they put in to bring this all to life. These bonus features are still very nostalgic for me. Thanks for sharing these again, Theory.

[@vutenmakashi6803]

y’all don’t know the sense of belonging and sanctuary i have found on this channel. much love to the Star Wars community

[@juliuscaesar2912]

SAME. Most people don't even know the names of ever Star Wars movie :c

[@Eohll]

Who doesn't especially our host Theory whose life is no different than us and he is only great because it how all started with his background.

[@nikobrien88]

Luke Skywalker has been my hero since I was 5. Reading the old books of how awesome he is. Luke is a relatable character to me.

[@jshooper7819]

Listening to George describe the philosophy and inspiration for SW...you really have to wonder if the Disney team ever went back and watched any of these and fully understood the vision or mythological motifs that were the foundation of George's universe. The original trilogy storyline holds up so well because it's all about the hero's journey, relationships, family etc. None of that was present in the sequels. They had an opportunity to explore Kylo Ren / Ben Solo's relationship with his parents, his grandfather and uncle...yet they just used them as cheap props and threw them all away carelessly.

[@thefreshtowel9815]

I rewatch these special features videos all the time, so happy you're going through more!

[@michaelfincham2749]

Great watching this. Takes me back. I was there at The Mann's Chinese Theater in Hollywood with my dad. After watching the first trilogy it felt like George was Building the World of Star Wars. My Mom joined me on the prequel trilogy run. By The prequels, George was expanding that world. My wife joined me on the sequel trilogy run. The sequel trilogy never seemed like it was connected to the other six. "But that's my opinion". It seemed like it was trying to tear down the world that had been built all those years ago. "FOR GET THE PAST. KILL IT IF YOU HAVE TO". (KYLO REN). Maybe these movies were not for me. and that's fine. I had 6 of the best movies and a animated show that is still bring the six closer to together. Mando feels like Old Star Wars and so did Rouge one. Thats why I like them. Thanks to Dave Filoni. It feels like we still have George at the reins of some things. and if somethings are all I get from now on so be it. I'm here with "New Star Wars" till Dave isn't. Thanks Theory.

[@Mandolatron]

good synopsis

[@owentsao4860]

a lot of people seem to use that kylo quote as a representation for the "goal" of the sequels, but kylo ren is the main antagonist of that movie; the audience is supposed to disagree with him. and seeing as many people dislike that quote from him, i think that means he fulfilled his purpose pretty well, at least in terms of his ideals.

[@michaelfincham2749]

@@owentsao4860 You are right that we the the audience are suppose to disagree. The very line Manifested in to reality. By the conclusion of the films. Some fans don't like the prequels, and I completely understand why. The Original trilogy is there's. I loved them both. Nether were perfect. But both made it easy to make the heart connection to them. Some fans love the sequel trilogy. Those are theres and yours. But they are not mine. Or a lot of other fans. Thats fine; they were not meant for me. Filoni and Favreau are making content meant for me. And I hope for you.

[@Ruylopez778]

Just occurred to me how Han not only completes his arc by returning (solidifying the theme of compassion, and refuting Owen's outlook) and obviously completes the dramatic reversal, but he is also genuinely pleased for Luke, and patting Chewie with joy.

[@floridamanknives]

I still go back and watch the prequel bonus disk videos you have every couple months, thank you for doing what you do, Theory!

[@bigbird2240]

I watch Star Wars including the prequels anytime I feel sad or down and need to feel good again

[@EaglePlaysZombies]

what about the.. *shudder* sequels…?🤧 lmfao🤣💀

[@bigbird2240]

@@EaglePlaysZombies hahaha

[@aaroncurry394]

I remember seeing Return of the Jedi in the theaters 1983, it was the absolute best movie that I've ever seen at being 8 years old at the time! Never questioned the the special effects or the story line , I was just enthralled with the entire movie! Was simply amazing to me!!!

[@Corussund]

Very interesting… Content keeps getting better, and I love watching your videos after school it takes me out of it, you know?

[@starwarsshorts235]

Love sitting here watching these BTS dvds with you Theory. 32 now and watching them again takes me back. Theres just something about the way the documentry's where made and the way Lucas made his 6 movies that is just wholesome and uplifting.

[@pkdroid8644]

I love Star Wars. My Grandpa used to play Empire Strikes Back on an old VHS back when I was a little kid. Needless to say, the visuals and story-line kinda just stuck with me. Fast forward a few years, Star Wars with all of it's beautiful metaphors and characters, became something to lean during tough periods of time. Now, the Originals and Pre-quels are somewhat of a treasure I hold close to my heart. Thanks George!

[@koryaiine7393]

That was beautiful. Thanks for letting us watch with you!

[@jackfromcollege]

With Dooku coming up I’d love to see some more behind the scenes dooku

[@Chosen_one_501]

Glad to see you doing this series again. Hopefully after the OT, you can go back and finish ROTS. You only went about half way.

[@dcbaars]

Bro I’ve seen so much of our character now you really start to grow on me, as you have many traits that my friends have! That selflessness, good Doing, well argumented and a bit nerdy😜. Love your content and the vader episodes are amazing!!! Please keep that coming I shared the link in discord from my guild in SWGOH

[@davidordaz5251]

I remember from what my dad would say when he worked at lucasfilm in the matte painting department that George would always be unusual and if he wanted something to change on the fly he would the artwork for the final film as well as what could have been is always interesting to see

[@s-a-r-a-h]

Your dad is Frank Ordaz? Awesome!!

[@davidordaz5251]

@@s-a-r-a-h yes that’s my dad

[@mattstyles2498]

What? Grammer please.

[@marca5736]

I agree with SWT that song at the end of Episode 6 is great. It is such a satisfying end and the music plays a big part.

[@dariontaylor8562]

Thanks for posting these kind of vids I love the bts documentary’s

[@carternelson7929]

Superman and Luke Skywalker are both aspirational heroes. They inspire others to be their best, uplift people that are down and help people feel safe.

[@zachattack1399]

I’ve waited a long time for this moment, my little green friend

[@rhetty1]

Absolutely loved all your faces you were making, gave me a good laugh, thanks for always making fun content to make my days better. your impact on your fans lives is greater than you think:)!

[@werekane5555]

Glad these are back!!!!

[@juggbot4572]

I love this channel, your an inspiration to millions, LITTERALLY

[@mightygeorge5552]

It's funny how all the concepts are so terrifying. If they actually went with those designs, star wars would be one of the scariest movies ever!

[@johnjanuary7249]

4:00 that was the greatest crossover of all time

[@boomieboo]

Love the BTS coverage. Please do more.

[@rello2x]

So Glad these DVD’s vids are bak 🥲🥷🤝🏾

[@waldofirefly3768]

Leia's "Nerf Herder" line baffled me as a child when watching on a well worn out VHS recording, because I always heard it as "Nerve Hurter." I always thought, what a silly line. It wasn't until much later with DVD & subtitles that I read what she actually said, and then thought "Oh. But why not choose a different word than Nerf so that there would be no confusion?"

[@LukasSkywalker]

Man I love this stuff. I think I almost enjoy the BTS as much as the actual movie, its just so cozy and interesting to learn about too. It might not get a ton of views but I think it means a lot to us who enjoy it Theory =)

[@DownWordGames]

"George gets cancelled." WE WERE ALL THINKING THAT! LMAO

[@HeatherNickless-vt8zr]

I surmised that the Sister/Brother twin thing was only worked into "Return of the Jedi" storyline, because I thought that at the time they were doing "A New Hope", they haven't quite figured out the relationship dynamics between Luke and Leia, and still displayed the push-mi pull-you dynamics of a love triangle between Pirate, Farm Boy, and Princess and played around with it a bit for the comedy of the "Empire Strikes Back" Movie which "sort of" continued on through most of the third movie until we get to the part of the Ewok village meeting before the final showdown with Vader that the truth of Luke and Leia's relationship gets to the confirmed explanation that they are brother and sister; I have always wondered about this from the many times I have watched the original trilogy since before the Silver Screen release of "Episode 1: The Phantom Menace".

[@jakeproven256]

Hey, uh, someone send this video to J.J.Abrams and Rian Johnson and tell them to take notes.

[@EaglePlaysZombies]

“beat the sh*t out of them” had me dying at the end😭💀

[@rebuiltHK47]

George: Luke is an every-man. Relatable by *everyone*. Everyone else also has a purpose and is relatable. (nobody complains about it even now) Disney: Rey is a hero that "everyone" can look up to like Luke is. She will inspire women to be able to do anything just like she can by not trying. (complaints from day 1) Please ignore how we had no plan beyond your bank account and banked on nostalgia. Please keep giving us money as we make you fight each other by reacting to the criticism in a highly unprofessional way (which people are fine with?!), freely admit we screwed over George (and yet people still defend them?), and keep pandering to you. Thanks! The contrast is just crazy. It's no wonder why people who are both fans and your average movie watcher hate the sequels and in a lot of cases are done with Star Wars. Good ideas that they completely screwed up because they didn't understand the intricacies of the original six.

[@LEOxuan]

Yes! The bonus series!

[@Narrator_editz]

Yo your my favorite KZbinr and I love watching your what if battles and I love you-the chosen one

[@mindflayer55]

Keep up the good work.

[@Dip_Shet_nation]

you should make a what if in which Kenobi dies some time in the middle of the clone wars and show how it would affect the timeline.

[@incognitospider330]

Love this theory!!!! Keep it up

[@tmn4928]

What SW upcoming project are you most excited for? Great video as always!

[@jadenkorr32]

Luke Skywalker was the heart of Star Wars. When he led his fully established Jedi Order in the retaking of Coruscant and the Jedi Temple, in Fate of the Jedi, it was the culmination of an amazing 40-year journey that I was fortunate enough to enjoy. That journey ended for me in December 2017. But I’ve been really enjoying experiencing the Expanded Universe again, ever since.

[@hamatos9556]

I love how Zeb was born from Chewbacca

[@shotszvgaming6974]

On the I am your father scene, I started mouthing the words, just to look down and see SW theory doing the same thing😂

[@enegmatixerebro]

Star Wars just makes me feel so friggin happy man Lemme grab a cola

[@Chris850]

"Anakin's backyard"....love this😆

[@OGSlaxl]

Remember seeing Star Wars as a kid for the first time on TV. I was probably 6 or so. Would have been around 1991. First memory of Star Wars was the Jawa SandCrawler and seeing Luke and his uncle buying the droids. Been hooked ever since.

[@Jr18x-]

Love your vids theory

[@kyr_taap]

Your comments on the alternate C-3P0 made me cry while laughing 😂

[@floridamanknives]

*Ive been looking forward to this*

[@alex.bamberg_]

I could listen to George for hours...

[@antmanandthecod6073]

It was funny that c3p0 elegant background when he was created in the same place obi wan said “You will never find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy”

[@otteotte7698]

This is such a great documentary.

[@BitigoBlack]

7:55 So that's how the Lazat came to be :D love this!

[@jacquelineloh7291]

Love what your doing

[@Sonickid1011]

So Chewbacca basically started out looking like Garazeb Orrelios and when they were making star wars rebels they re-used Ralph Mcquary's illustration to make that character it seems like.

[@HappyKat-wc4ld]

It's clear there was so much hard work, heart and SOUL put into the original trilogy

[@meowgaetan7159]

Lol, "oh, thank the maker" That face though

[@Ruylopez778]

Lucas: contrast, character, compassion, a man losing his soul. Sequel trilogy: "Practical effects!! Puppets!!"

[@higcraigerson2737]

I laughed so hard at your reactions to the 3PO prototypes.

[@sofaking1627]

His reaction to the C3P0 concept art was great 😆

[@tjcarr8097]

I love these bonus features

[@HeatherNickless-vt8zr]

For a Droid who is usually the more patient one, it still astounds me that R2-D2 is the one character that C3-PO has little patience for at the worst of times.

[@Mr.Masenko]

Luke’s greatest trait as a character is his compassion and willingness to go through anything for his friends and family. His decision to save Anakin rather than kill Vader really made him a unique hero among the rest

[@andrewaustin7851]

love the bonus dvds got chills watching this one... maybe disney should watch it too just saying...

[@oscarkovacs4650]

More of this please❤

[@spencertaylor-sputtaylor3937]

I hadn’t known about Chewy being inspired by his dog.

[@michaelbread5906]

12:50 But are you familiar with the singularity matrix?

[@Hiipower23]

The ending song in return of Jedi always puts me in my feelings that ending with the song always hits

[@TheMitchyb61]

That 3PO was terrifying! My first thought! 😂

[@anakinskywalker1509]

Jesus loves y’all guys so much

[@Wakaflockaflank]

You deserve an interview with Lucas

[@brianoconnell6459]

Heh, those early facial concepts for C3PO looked a little like the robot from The Phantom Creeps (not to be confused with The Phantom Menace).

[@trillmatic420]

Was that c3po at the end saying beat the shit out of them😭

[@jvvayne555]

The pain & suffering on the original face of 3PO’s design is horrifying

[@jmannxiiiaaron]

Man... I just wish George kept it.

[@debbralehrman5957]

That was fun.👍🏻

[@Film_Quest]

So cool seeing Peter Jackson talking about Star Wars

[@beegnutzz]

Oh shit, so Zeb was the original Chewie design. Another classic W for Filoni

[@HeatherNickless-vt8zr]

It always seems to me, that Wookies, especially Chewbacca walk almost similar like Bigfoot, but without the pronated gait and half hunched erectness of the spine when they walk; but are definitely smarter than Bigfoot too.

[@LukeplaysTV]

didnt get the notif for this video

[@airsoftmasta19]

Disney obliterated Luke's character. So much for the vision of him being the hero archetype

[@IcePhysicsGaming]

Interesting. It looks like they reused the lemur concept for the Rebels character.

[@SocketToMe]

It’s easy to see, from this, where Disney fails so often with their direction of Star Wars. The amount of care, consideration… the depth of thought into characters and how they interact… it just isn’t there.

[@kaleb-senpai7420]

I grew up watching both bonus DVDs for the prequels and the OG. This is where we could get additional canon info before the church of Theory.