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One Sheet Star Wars The Empire Strikes Back
(also known as Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back), released on May 21, 1980. The artwork for this specific "Style B" poster was created by artist Tom Jung.
Film Overview
Synopsis: Set three years after the destruction of the first Death Star, Imperial forces pursue the Rebel Alliance across the galaxy. Luke Skywalker trains with Jedi Master Yoda on the swamp planet Dagobah, while Han Solo, Princess Leia, and others are chased by Darth Vader to Cloud City.
Key Plot Points: The film introduces the characters Yoda, Lando Calrissian, and the Emperor (Darth Sidious). It is famous for one of cinema's greatest plot twists: Darth Vader's revelation that he is Luke's father.
Significance: Although it received mixed reviews upon initial release for its darker themes and cliffhanger ending, it has since been critically reassessed and is widely regarded as the best film in the Star Wars series and one of the greatest films ever made.
Cast
The main ensemble cast includes:
Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker
Harrison Ford as Han Solo
Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia
Billy Dee Williams as Lando Calrissian
Anthony Daniels as C-3PO
David Prowse as Darth Vader (body)
James Earl Jones as Darth Vader (voice)
Peter Mayhew as Chewbacca
Kenny Baker as R2-D2
Frank Oz as Yoda (performer and voice) |
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