The Making of a Holiday Misfire

This chapter explores the experiences of key actors in the 1978 Star Wars Holiday Special, reflecting on their reluctance and discomfort during production. It highlights the absurdities of the special, particularly the Wookiee-centric storyline and the peculiar lack of subtitles for Wookiee dialogue. The discussion reveals the behind-the-scenes tensions and questionable creative decisions that contributed to the special's infamous reputation.