The Beginning: Making Episode I

Year: 2001

Runtime: 66 mins

Language: English

Director: Jon Shenk

Documentary

This documentary follows every stage of creating Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999), from early pre‑production planning to final post‑production work. It includes behind‑the‑scenes looks at visual‑effects meetings, John Williams’s score sessions, and the unexpected storm that destroyed the pod‑racer set and many props.

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