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Chris Connelly LIVE! Interview

Livestreamed Star Wars Celebration LIVE! Interview

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Veteran entertainment journalist Chris Connelly discusses his long history covering Star Wars. He reflects on the unparalleled cultural impact of the original 1977 release, describing how George Lucas “adrenalized” the sci-fi genre. Connelly praises the consistent creativity of Industrial Light & Magic and how the franchise has successfully transitioned into a multi-generational streaming era that families can watch and enjoy together without confusion.