Is George Lucas Returning to Star Wars? We Discuss the Filmmaking Maverick

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Is George Lucas Returning to Star Wars? We Discuss the Filmmaking Maverick

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Mar 4, 2021

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This week we take a deep dive into the man, the myth, and the undeniable influence of George Lucas who may be returning to the Star Wars universe to draft a couple of episodes of Andor.
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Is George Lucas Returning to Star Wars? We Discuss the Filmmaking Maverick

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