SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back
1980 · 0h 48m · Documentary, TV Movie · United States of America · Rated G (US)
Learn the secrets of making movies in a galaxy far, far away.
Hosted by Mark Hamill, this revealing documentary offers behind-the-scenes glimpses into the amazing special effects that transformed George Lucas’ vision for Star Wars and The Empire Strikes Back into reality!
Directed by
Robert GuenetteWritten by
Richard Schickel6.3Smart score
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