A 1977 version of “Star Wars,” which George Lucas refused to put on the big screen, is heading to theaters.
The original release, then called just “Star Wars,” now referred to as “Star Wars: Episode IV — A New Hope,” was constantly tweaked after its original release by Lucas. The filmmaker referred to these new, slightly altered versions as “Special Editions.” According to The Hollywood Reporter, some of those changes were subtle while others were more significant.
In June, the British Film Institute’s Film on Film Festival will include a screening of one of the Technicolor prints from the original “Star Wars” run. The Telegraph noted that this represents the first time this version of the iconic space drama has been shown on the big screen since December 1978.
“We’re delighted to announce the programme for the second edition of the BFI Film on Film…
