Review of George Lucas in Love (1999) by Jeff K — 21 Jun 2007

Well, my cousin wrote this short, so is it any wonder I would give it 5 stars? This short is an absolute must-see for any Star Wars fans.

Quite frankly, it's a must-see for non-Star Wars fans, too.

Inspired by Shakespeare In Love, this parody is the story of a young George Lucas in film school, struggling through an episode of writer's block. He is surrounded by inspiration - from a faculty advisor reminiscent of Yoda to a disturbing picnic scene reminiscent of Jabba the Hutt - but fails to notice any of it.

Until he meets her, of course. His muse. His inspiration. It is at that moment that he sees the world as a place or promise, all barriers break down, and he is finally able to write his masterpiece.

All inspired by his beautiful companion. But love is never so easy, as we learn at the end of the short.

Don't forget to stick around for the credits, as we see a supposed inspiration for another Lucas favorite.