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Original Star Wars Print Unveiled at London Festival

6/16/2025

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In a thrilling moment for fans, Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy unveiled the original 1977 print of Star Wars at the BFI Film on Film Festival in London. This historic screening, the first of its kind since 1978, was celebrated by Kennedy as "incredible folklore" and the "gold standard" of storytelling, reigniting the magic of a beloved classic.

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In a thrilling moment for fans, Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy unveiled the original 1977 print of Star Wars at the BFI Film on Film Festival in London. This historic screening, the first of its kind since 1978, was celebrated by Kennedy as "incredible folklore" and the "gold standard" of storytelling, reigniting the magic of a beloved classic.