Rare First Print of 'Star Wars' Discovered and Screened After Decades
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The rare first print of George Lucas' 1977 'Star Wars' was discovered and screened at the BFI Film on Film Festival, surprising fans and industry insiders, as it differs from the widely known version and is considered a 'miracle' due to its condition. The print lacks the 'Episode IV' subtitle and features the original 'Han shot first' scene, highlighting the film's evolution and Lucas's tinkering over the years.
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