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George Lucas, creator of Star Wars and Indiana Jones, calls risk-averse Hollywood creatively bankrupt—'there's almost no original thinking'.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2024. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Hetzner, Christiaan 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses George Lucas's criticism of the current state of the film industry, particularly its reliance on sequels, reboots, and established franchises rather than original storytelling. Speaking at the Cannes Film Festival, Lucas expressed concern over Hollywood's creative stagnation, stating that studios are too risk-averse to invest in new ideas. He highlighted the decline in anticipation for franchises like Star Wars, which has seen a dilution of its brand due to disappointing releases and an overemphasis on nostalgia-driven projects. The article also notes Disney CEO Bob Iger's commitment to prioritize quality over quantity in response to these challenges. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Fortune.com. 2024/05, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Anthropology
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:177581958
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