
feature · 19802h 4mUS
The Empire Strikes Back
The epic saga continues as Luke Skywalker, in hopes of defeating the evil Galactic Empire, learns the ways of the Jedi from aging master Yoda. But Darth Vader is more determined than ever to capture Luke. Meanwhile, rebel leader Princess Leia, cocky Han Solo, Chewbacca, and droids C-3PO and R2-D2 are thrown into various stages of capture, betrayal and despair.
At a glance
- Director
- Irvin Kershner
- Cinematography
- Peter Suschitzky
- Editor
- Marcia Lucas
- Music
- John Williams
- Costume
- John Mollo
Department
Camera
- Paul HustonCamera Operatorprimary
- Peter SuschitzkyDirector of Photographyprimary
Department
Electric / Lighting
- Laurie ShaneGafferprimary
Department
Sound
- Bonnie KoehlerSound Editorprimary
- Richard BurrowSound Editor
Department
Art Department
- Frank BrutonProperty Masterprimary
Stunts
1 crew
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Department
Franchise
Star Wars Collection
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