The Beginning: The Making of Star Wars Episode I
Synopsis
The entire process of making Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999) is shown here in this documentary. From pre-production through post-production, we get to see visual effects meetings, John Williams' music sessions, and even the storm that wiped out the pod-racers & props.
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The Beginning: Making Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace (Full Version)Official
Type: Featurette • Published 2014-04-05
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 5, 2014
VOD & Digital Platforms
October 16, 2001
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jon Shenk
- Original Title
- The Beginning: The Making of Star Wars Episode I
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 6m
- Production Studios
- Lucasfilm Ltd.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jon Shenk
Jon Shenk
Josh Peterson
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Jon Shenk
Director of Photography
Jon Shenk
Director
Josh Peterson
Editor
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What is The Beginning: The Making of Star Wars Episode I about?
The entire process of making Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999) is shown here in this documentary. From pre-production through post-production, we get to see visual effects meetings, John Williams' music sessions, and even the storm that wiped out the pod-racers & props.
Who directed The Beginning: The Making of Star Wars Episode I?
The Beginning: The Making of Star Wars Episode I was directed by Jon Shenk.
Who stars in The Beginning: The Making of Star Wars Episode I?
The principal cast of The Beginning: The Making of Star Wars Episode I includes George Lucas, Jake Lloyd, Steven Spielberg, Ewan McGregor, Ahmed Best.
When was The Beginning: The Making of Star Wars Episode I released and how long is it?
The Beginning: The Making of Star Wars Episode I was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 6m.