Containing revelations about the origins and making of "American Grafitti", "Star Wars", "The Empire Strikes Back", "Raiders of the Lost Ark", and "Return of the Jedi", this is a biography of film-maker and cinematic visionary, George Lucas. It has been updated with a chapter discussing the revamped "Star Wars Trilogy Special Edition", the "Star Wars" prequels, the filming of the first instalment, and the controversial ways in which Lucas's approach and success continue to alter the landscape of the cinema industry.