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412. Romans in Space: Star Wars, Dune and Beyond...
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The Inspiration and Origins of Star Wars
The idea that George Lucas was inspired by Joseph Campbell's writings on mythology and the universal hero is often questioned, as it is believed that Lucas made an offhand remark about it, which was then turned into a larger narrative. Although Star Wars is set in space and is considered as science fiction, its plot is similar to the story of Flash Gordon, a popular comic and film series from the 1930s. Lucas originally wanted to remake Flash Gordon but ended up creating his unique version, incorporating his film school training.
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