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Sword fighting in the Star Wars universe : historical origins, style and philosophy / Nick Jamilla.
Van Pelt Library PN1995.9.S695 J36 2008
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- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Jamilla, Nick.
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Star Wars films.
- Swordplay in motion pictures.
- Physical Description:
- vii, 279 pages ; 23 cm
- Place of Publication:
- Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., [2008]
- Summary:
- "This examination of the Jedi, the Sith and their lightsaber swordplay throughout the franchise evaluates the ways Lucas blended the world of science fiction with ancient and epic tales of samurai and Western swordsmen. Topics include the master-apprentice relationship; the technical choreography in lightsaber scenes of the Star Wars films; and historical precedents for the Jedi order"--Provided by publisher.
- Contents:
- 1 Jedi, Combat and Honor 9
- 2 Jedi Culture: The Jedi Order, the Lightsaber, and the Force 28
- 3 Master, Padawan, Apprentice 72
- 4 Historical Precedents of the Jedi 96
- 5 Nature of the Sword: How the Sword Works 117
- 6 Sword Style: Movement for Victory 155
- 7 Star Wars Choreography 187
- 8 Prequel Trilogy and Original Trilogy Critique 208.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references (pages 259-264) and index.
- ISBN:
- 9780786434619
- 0786434619
- OCLC:
- 231834136
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