The Legacy of Colin Cantwell: The Original Star Wars Concept Artist

The Legacy of Colin Cantwell: The Original Star Wars Concept Artist

Author: Star Wars March 22, 2025 Duration: 1:55:51

If someone asked you who the artist was that originally conceived the iconic look of Star Wars vehicles like the TIE Fighter, The X-Wing, and The Death Star, you might think of famous names like Ralph McQuarrie and Joe Johnston. But before those legends were enlisted to work on STAR WARS, George Lucas first worked with Colin Cantwell. Colin's partner Sierra Dall joins us "In the Cantina" to discuss Colin's life, his artwork and she sets the record straight about his contributions to STAR WARS. We check out interview highlights featuring Tony Gilroy and some of the cast of ANDOR as they discuss the upcoming second season. Plus, listener feedback sends us down-the-rabbit-hole as we try to define what a "Bokken Jedi" really is.

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