20 Movies with Shocking Behind-the-Scenes Drama

Modified Nov 26, 2024 04:06 ET

Film crew working on a set / Image Source: Getty

19. Star Wars: A New Hope (1977)

Director George Lucas presents the film "Star Wars - Episode IV: A New Hope" / Image Source: Getty

George Lucas faced numerous obstacles while bringing his space opera to life. Sceptical studio executives, technical failures, and an over-budget production schedule created immense pressure on Lucas and his team. The groundbreaking special effects were often made through trial and error, with many sequences taking weeks to perfect. Cast members, including Harrison Ford and Carrie Fisher, later recounted the challenges of working with Lucas’s unconventional and meticulous approach. Despite the chaos, the film’s release marked the beginning of one of the most successful movie franchises in cinematic history.

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Edited by Mudeet Arora