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2024

Dracula: Fact or Fiction

The real-life Vlad Dracula was more shocking than his fictional counterparts. Made by JAK Documentary for The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones on DVD, 2007. Writer & Producer: Adam Sternberg Associate Producer: Jennifer Huang Editor: Joe De Francesco Series Producer: David Schneider Executive Producers: George Lucas & Rick McCallum Visit...


13th December 2024
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Harrison Ford and Troy Baker Appear at The Game Awards

Perhaps for the first time, not one but two Indiana Joneses have graced the stage together. Yesterday evening at The Game Awards 2024 in Los Angeles, Bethesda’s director Todd Howard and actor Troy Baker arrived to present the award for Best Performance. Baker has recently taken on the role of our favorite archaeologist in...


13th December 2024
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Robert Graves and the White Goddess

Viewer discretion is advised. World War I veteran Robert Graves was a visionary poet and writer. Made by JAK Documentary for The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones on DVD, 2007. Writers & Producers: David O’Dell & Betsy Bayha Associate Producer: Summer Wilson Editor: Stephanie Challberg Series Producer: David Schneider Executive...


12th December 2024
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Wonderful Nonsense: The Algonquin Roundtable

A group of writers who gathered at a New York hotel shaped culture together. Made by JAK Documentary for The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones on DVD, 2007. Writer & Producer: Karena O’Riordan Associate Producer: Mike Welt Editor: Joe De Francesco Series Producer: David Schneider Executive Producers: George Lucas &...


6th December 2024
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The Rise of the Moguls: The Men Who Built Hollywood

Hollywood as we know it was started primarily by Jewish immigrants chasing the American dream. Made by JAK Documentary for The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones on DVD, 2007. Producer: Mark Page & Jennifer Petrucelli Writer: Mark Page Editor: Erin Palmquist Series Producer: David Schneider Executive Producers: George Lucas &...


4th December 2024
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Final Trailer for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle

Whoever asked Indiana Jones, “Don’t you want to know what this is all about?” might’ve been surprised by the archaeologist’s frank answer: “You’re damn right I do.” We certainly agree with him. And in just a few more days, it’ll be time to find out when Indiana Jones and the...


2nd December 2024
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Carl Jung and the Journey of Self-Discovery

Dr. Carl Jung helped change the way we view individual personalities. Made by JAK Documentary for The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones on DVD, 2007. Producer: Adam Sternberg Writers: Adam Sternberg & Kristin Pichaske Associate Producer: Kristin Pichaske Editor: Greg Sirota Series Producer: David Schneider Executive Producers: George Lucas &...


29th November 2024
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Braque & Picasso: A Collaboration³ | Historical Documentary

Unlikely friends Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque pushed each other to change art. Made by JAK Documentary for The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones on DVD, 2007. Producer & Writer: Mark Page Associate Producer: Jennifer Petrucelli Editor: Greg Sirota Series Producer: David Schneider Executive Producers: George Lucas & Rick McCallum...


28th November 2024
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Karl: The Last Habsburg Emperor

Emperor Karl was the last ruler of the Austro-Hungarian empire, but also showed devotion to his people. Made by JAK Documentary for The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones on DVD, 2007. Producer & Writer: Adam Sternberg Associate Producer: Jennifer Huang Editor: Andrew Gersh Series Producer: David Schneider Executive Producers: George...


22nd November 2024
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Anthony Fokker: The Flying Dutchman

World War I gave aircraft designer Anthony Fokker a chance to prove his innovative brilliance. Made by JAK Documentary for The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones on DVD, 2007. Producer & Writer: Mike Welt Editor: Stephanie Challberg Series Producer: David Schneider Executive Producers: George Lucas & Rick McCallum Visit Lucasfilm...


20th November 2024
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Tin Pan Alley: Soundtrack of America

New demands for entertainment helped give birth to the popular song. Made by JAK Documentary for The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones on DVD, 2007. Producer & Writer: Adam Sternberg Associate Producer: Jennifer Huang Editor: Marta Wohl Series Producer: David Schneider Executive Producers: George Lucas & Rick McCallum Visit Lucasfilm...


15th November 2024
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Lucasfilm Celebrates Life Day

Life Day — that Wookiee holiday season tradition that for decades primarily existed in the hearts of Star Wars fans — has in recent years attracted a bit of mainstream curiosity and adoration. This is thanks in large part to new merchandise, books, and media celebrating the holiday, which was first introduced when The...


15th November 2024
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Siegfried Sassoon: A War Poet’s Journey

World War I changed poet Siegfried Sassoon from eager soldier to active pacifist. Made by JAK Documentary for The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones on DVD, 2007. Producer & Writer: David O’Dell Associate producer: Betsy Bayha Editor: Marta Wohl Series Producer: David Schneider Executive Producers: George Lucas & Rick McCallum...


13th November 2024
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Ghostbusters 2: Pushing the Limits with Slimer

When Ghostbusters (1984) premiered, it became an instant classic. With a star-studded cast—Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis, and Ernie Hudson—alongside Sigourney Weaver, Rick Moranis, and Annie Potts, the film combined supernatural elements with groundbreaking visual effects and perfect comedic timing, captivating audiences worldwide. The film grossed $282 million in its initial...


31st October 2024
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First Look at Playing Indiana Jones and the Great Circle

Warning: This article contains spoilers about Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. It’s all there: the fedora, the whip, the leather jacket, the trusted friends, the bitter enemies, the magnificent locales, and the alluring mystery. Only this time, when the moment comes for Indiana Jones to make his next move, the...


29th October 2024
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Music By John Williams Premieres in Hollywood

For those who know John Williams best, the brilliant composer behind some of the most enduring cinematic themes of the last half century is a strikingly humble musician, a gifted dancer, or “just dad.” Friends and family gathered in Hollywood this week for the world premiere of Music By John...


25th October 2024
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Lucasfilm’s Sidewalk Chalk Art Festival 2024

Chopper Roan joined the Pink Tauntaun Club, Rey took on breakdancing Rachael ‘Raygun’ Gunn style, and we got a glimpse inside the mind of Anakin Skywalker at this year’s Lucasfilm Sidewalk Chalk Art Festival. On October 10, a beautiful fall day at both our San Francisco and Burbank offices, Lucasfilm and Industrial Light...


11th October 2024
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Lucasfilm Celebrates 30 Years of Radioland Murders

As the live studio audience pours in for the gala event, the situation backstage is anything but under control. Hectic, last-minute preparations are made for the coming broadcast while the program’s head writer, Roger (Brian Benben), is attempting to win back the love of his wife, studio secretary Penny (Mary...


7th October 2024
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