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Master Luke, I appear not to know the plot of Star Wars ...

06.04.09
He has the rare honour of appearing in all six of the epic Star Wars movies, but Anthony Daniels, also known as the gold "droid" C-3PO, admits he has never really understood the plot... more

If only I could pass on my child’s party

30.03.09
I'VE been to some terrifying parties. I remember once, at Donatella Versace's, being so shell-shocked by the sight of Madonna, George Lucas and Prince in the same room that I was too scared to pee... more

Booming cinemas are great escape from recession

12.01.09
Analysis: The movie industry has been celebrating itself at the Golden Globes. Given the success of Danny Boyle and Kate Winslet, the UK cinema industry itself could be a star this year... more

London hosts world premiere of spectacular live music show

12.12.08
A spectacular live show based on the Star Wars saga is to have its world premiere at the O2 next year... more

Stars come out for Obama as Hollywood moves to Denver for candidate's historic speech

29.08.08
First word on Barack Obama's historic nomination acceptance speech from a bevy of celebrities in attendance was decidedly partisan: 'It was excellent,' Black Eyed Peas singer Fergie said. 'It was amazing.' ... more

Force is weak in Star Wars

14.08.08
An animated episode of the Star Wars saga suffers from an overly complex plot and poor CG imagery, says Derek Malcolm.... more

Summer blockbusters for the film-loving family

09.07.08
Janie Lawrence previews what's coming to a screen near you.... more

Summer Blockbusters for the thinking fan

20.06.08
Prince Caspian gets the blockbuster season rolling - there are lots more big movies to look forward to. This year the emphasis is on brains as well as brawn.... more

May the force be with them: Prince Charles as Yoda and gloomy Gord as the Emperor in the great Star Wars makeover

19.06.08
George Lucas may not have cast them in the Star Wars movies but these celebrities are getting in on the sci-fi action in their own way.... more

Indiana Jones and the Last Hurrah

22.05.08
At 65, Harrison Ford can just about cut it as the intrepid archaeologist — but he should end the franchise here, says Charlotte O'Sullivan.... more

Life in the fast lane: The beauty queen setting Lewis Hamilton's heart racing

19.05.08
She turned heads when she accompanied Lewis Hamilton to the Indiana Jones premiere in Cannes. Now it has emerged the Formula 1 driver's mystery date was Vivian Burkhardt, a Miss World runner-up.... more

'Not much logic around but a sight for sore eyes' - the critics' round-up of Indiana Jones No.4

19.05.08
The new Indiana Jones film looks set to be a box-office smash if its premiere is anything to go by but what do the critics really think? Experts weight in on the new release.... more

'Not much logic around but a sight for sore eyes' - the critics' round-up of Indiana Jones No.4

19.05.08
The new Indiana Jones film looks set to be a box-office smash if its premiere is anything to go by. Die-hard Indy fans mobbed the cinema at the Cannes Film Festival yesterday to welcome the return of 65-year-old Harrison Ford in the starring role and original director Steven Spielberg and producer George Lucas ... more

Classy Cate is the star of the Cannes red carpet as Indiana Jones finally hits the big screen

19.05.08
It might have been the grand return of Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones, but the red carpet premiere in Cannes was stolen by Cate Blanchett. The Australian actress, who stars as Harrison’s adversary in Indiana Jones and the Crystal Skull cut a glamorous figure in a smoky grey gown today... more

Scarlett Johansson misses shining moment at Cannes after studio refuses demands

18.05.08
Scarlett Johansson was left at home in New York after a film studio refused to pay for her bloated demands to attend the Cannes Film Festival to launch Woody Allen's latest movie. Penelope Cruz and Rebecca Hall, her co-stars in the film 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona', soaked up all the glory from crowds as they ascended the fabled red carpet of Cannes ... more

Indiana Jones and the hunt for memorabilia: No. 1 fan Harrison Ford scoops up his own action figures

12.05.08
It appears no one is more excited about the upcoming release of the latest Indiana Jones installment than its leading man, Harrison Ford. The greying actor was spotted carrying a stack of his own action figures - including a fedora-clad Mr Potato Head - while out in Los Angeles yesterday as he prepares to return to the big screen in his signature role for the first time in 19 years... more

Why Mel's making a song and dance

25.09.07
Mel Smith said he wanted to abandon 'repetitive performance'. So why is the millionaire comedian and director becoming a West End hoofer in Hairspray? Nick Curtis finds out.... more

County Hall takes a walk on dark side

04.05.07
Wield a light saber under the guidance of a Jedi knight, and walk among hundreds of original film props at the Star Wars exhibition.... more

For the love of film

03.05.07
Rottentomatoes is the latest movie website to expand with a special UK version. You can find out everything you need to know about cinema on the internet - but where to look?... more

Best events for the Bank Holiday weekend

02.05.07
There's plenty to keep you occupied over the long weekend, including a May Day festival, a new Star Wars exhibition and a Bank Holiday BBQ at Camden's Proud Galleries.... more

Light (saber) entertainment at County Hall

16.04.07
It's 30 years since the release of the first instalment of George Lucas's epic sci-fi adventure and County Hall is celebrating the anniversary with a major exhibition of memorabilia.... more

Star Wars loses best sci-fi crown

02.04.07
Star Wars has lost its crown as the world's best sci-fi movie. George Lucas's classic has been usurped by the little-known 2005 film Serenity in a new poll.... more

DVDs of the week

16.01.07
Gritty sc-fi Children of Men, audience-dividing fantasy Lady In The Water and the definitive version of Rocky are among the week's best DVD releases.... more

Never say goodbye to the bat

17.10.06
Nearly 30 years since Meat Loaf first broke rock's mould with the original, he has returned once more to the album that ate the world and made Bat Out of Hell III. ... more

Scorsese's mob rule

21.09.06
The great director's latest gangsters are Jack Nicholson and Leonardo DiCaprio. Here he tells why returning to this dark world echoes the story of his own childhood.... more

Mini makeover for Star Wars

11.08.06
George Lucas told the story during more than 13 hours of film. But his production company has now given its approval for the entire Star Wars saga to be reduced to just 20 minutes.... more

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