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RALPH MCQUARRIE:
Production Designer/Illustrator
George Lucas was almost instantly drawn to
Ralph’s work, and decided to take him on board for
his idea of a Space-Fantasy, Sci-Fi film film. As they
spent time together, McQuarrie eventually went to
design the iconic look of (amongst others), Darth Vader,
Chewbacca, R2-D2 and C-3PO. McQuarrie also gave the
suggestion of giving Vader the breathing apparatus.
McQuarrie also designed several scenes, including R2-D2
arriving on Tatooine in A New Hope. Ralph McQuarrie is also
famous for his work on E.T. The Extra Terrestrial and Cocoon.
Unfortunately, McQuarrie passed away in 2012 to
Parkinson’s disease. Despite no longer being with us, his
legacy lives on, and will continue to do so for a very long time.

JOHN WILLIAMS:
Score Composer
John Williams, who was born February 8th 1932, is an
American composer, conductor, and pianist. He is worldrenowned for his contributions towards the film industry
and its most iconic tracks such as the Jaws theme, and
he brought his iconicness over with him to Star Wars.
Much like Ralph McQuarrie, John Williams caught the
attention of George Lucas almost instantly and was taken
on to make Star Wars the memorable beast it is today. His
music is what gave Star Wars it’s own unique charm and
made unforgettable moments for us on the screen.

RALPH MCQUARRIE & JOHN WILLIAMS:
THE MEN WHO MADE THE FRANCHISE
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Sure, Lucas was the brain behind Star Wars, but
without these two extraordinary men it would never
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