More than twenty years ago, moviegoers thrilled to the stunning designs that
were created for Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope. Thus began a tradition of
creative brilliance that now continues in Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom
Menace, as moviegoers are transported back to the beginning of the greatest
space epic of our time. And once again a team of artists has been assembled
to create a new galaxy, with an array of visuals more striking than ever before.

Featuring conceptual illustrations, sequential art, and brilliant, fully-
executed paintings, this lavish volume digs deep into the Lucasfilm archives,
detailing Episode I's revolutionary use of traditional and high-tech media.
Exploring the creative impulse behind all of the astonishing, masterfully
crafted designs, inside you'll find

* Key action sequences, including the Podraces on Tatooine and the riveting
ground and space battles
* Fascinating interviews and photos of the artists at work
* Magnificent paintings that capture the exotic environments of Naboo, Tatooine,
and Corsucant
* The visual evolution of the battle droids, the Trade Federation ships, and
such unforgettable new characters as Qui-Gon Jinn, Queen Amidala, and Jar Jar Binks
* A showcase of the best of the poster art for Episode I
And much more!

As the original Star Wars movie set new standards with its cutting-edge art
and technology, this thrilling new chapter in the cinematic saga again transports
us to the farthest regions of our imaginations.

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