The Mythology of Star Wars

The Mythology of Star Wars (1999)

January 1st, 19990h 57min

TV Movie, Documentary
82%

Overview

George Lucas discusses how Joseph Campbell and his concept of the Monomyth (aka the Hero's Journey) and other concepts from mythology and religion shaped the Star Wars saga.


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