The empire strikes back

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Within 2 days it will be Peter Mayhew`s 64th birthday. (May 19, 1944)
(Chewbacca)

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Within 8 days it will be Frank Oz`s 64th birthday. (May 25, 1944)
(Yoda)

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Within 30 days it will be Michael Culver`s 70th birthday. (June 16, 1938)
(Captain Needa)

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James Earl Jones did the voice of Darth Vader while David Prowse was the actor in the suit. Prowse commented in an interview that he was unaware that his voice been dubbed with that of James Earl Jones’ until he saw Star Wars on opening night.

George Lucas when asked why he did’nt direct The empire strikes back: “I hate directing. It’s like fighting a fifteen-round heavyweight bout with a new opponent everyday”Source / More (Book)

George Lucas was determined to keep the ending a secret. He had David Prowse (Darth Vader) say “Obi-Wan killed your father” and dubbed it later to “I am your father&rdquo . Only a few people knew about the ending: George Lucas, director Irvin Kershner, Lawrence Kasdan and Mark HamillSource / More (Book)

The casting department hired in Norway members of the alpine rescue team to pose as the Rebel ground troops.Source / More (Book)

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