New Lucas Cultural Arts Museum Plans Include Indiana Jones Element

1/21/2014, jedinews.co.uk

Last week we reported on George Lucas and his process of presenting a new set of design plans for the creation of his Cultural Arts Museum, which took place last Friday. We now learn a few of those updated plans via SF Gate, specifically an Indiana Jones themed component looking to be added to the facility. The Lucas Cultural Arts Museum could assist in the creation of — The Indiana Jones Archeology Trail — which would highlight important archeology locations throughout the Presidio for visitors to experience and enjoy — “Follow Indiana Jones as he trail blazes an exciting journey throughout the Presidio.”

Disney Takes Over Rights to ‘Indiana Jones’ Franchise

12/6/2013, variety.com

The Walt Disney Studios and Paramount Pictures have reached a distribution and marketing agreement for the Indiana Jones franchise. Under the arrangement, Disney gains distribution and marketing rights to future films, in addition to retaining the ownership rights it secured when it acquired Lucasfilm. Paramount will continue to be responsible for distribution of the first four films in the franchise and will receive a financial participation on any future films that are produced and released. Disney also had to buy the rights from Paramount to market and release “The Avengers” and “Iron Man 3,” which earned Paramount a considerable sum in return.

Harrison Ford can't escape Han Solo, Indiana Jones

7/18/2013, news.yahoo.com

It's been years since Harrison Ford played towering film characters Indiana Jones and Han Solo, but the questions still come — especially at Comic-Con. Ford made his second appearance at the all-things-geek gathering Thursday to promote his new film "Ender's Game." It might as well have been the 1980s, though, as far as fans were concerned. Given the chance to ask questions about the new film, they instead peppered the 71-year-old star with questions about characters he long ago left behind.

George Lucas, Joan Didion to Receive White House Honors

7/3/2013, hollywoodreporter.com

There are 23 cultural figures receiving this year's National Medals of Arts and Humanities in Washington D.C. on July 10. The Hollywood Reporter The White House announced Wednesday that President Barack Obama will present this year’s National Medals of Arts and Humanities to a glittering constellation of cultural and entertainment industry figures, including Joan Didion, George Lucas, Elaine May and Herb Alpert.

George Lucas Weds Long-Time Sweetheart

6/24/2013, contactmusic.com

From Star Wars to starrey-eyed lovers: George Lucas has married long-term girlfriend Mellody Hobson in a "beautiful" Californian service. George Lucas, the creator of Star Wars and Indiana Jones tied the knot with his girlfriend of seven years, Mellody Hobson. According to sources speaking with People magazine, the wedding took place on Saturday (22nd June) in California's Marin County at Lucas' 4,700 acre Skywalker Ranch. Amongst other guests, the wedding was attended by fellow director Ron Howard and actor Samuel L. Jackson, who plays Jedi Mace Windu in Lucas' Star Wars franchise.

Star Wars: FX guru Dennis Muren claims ‘special effects aren’t special anymore’

4/11/2013, movies.yahoo.com

After more than 40 years in the business it seems that Dennis Muren, the man who blew up the Death Star, thinks that special effects might have lost their lustre… Renowned for his work on the original 'Star Wars' trilogy, Dennis Muren is a legend amongst the visual effects industry. And while you might not have heard of him, you've almost certainly seen his work. Having contributed to an astonishing range of films including 'Star Wars', 'Indiana Jones' and even 'Jurassic Park', his influence stretches across some of the greatest films ever made. And now, as a Creative Director at ILM, Dennis helps to shape the way we watch some of the biggest blockbuster movies… but it seems he doesn't think special effects are as ground-breaking as they used to be.

Harrison Ford: "I'm still ambitious to do only the good stuff"

4/11/2013, cbsnews.com

Legendary actor Harrison Ford, now synonymous with highly successful franchises like "Star Wars" and "Indiana Jones," says he's still ambitious.

‘Indiana Jones’ exhibit unearths new interest in archeology for young and old at California’s Discov

3/11/2013, insidethemagic.net

The Indiana Jones Adventure ride at Disneyland lets fans of the classic film series live out fantasies of riding alongside that famous archaeologist and adventurer. But that attraction is all a fabrication of Disney’s talented Imagineers. For an up-close look at the film franchise, the Discovery Science Center in Orange County, California is now featuring an exhibit called “Indiana Jones and the Adventure of Archeology,” on display through April 21, 2013 featuring original and instantly recognizable props, costumes, and artwork.

Harrison Ford Will Dust Off His Comedic Chops For Anchorman: The Legend Continues

3/4/2013, cinemablend.com

It’s strange how few comedies are peppered across Harrison Ford’s film career. Straight away from that smug, yet charming smile he donned through much of American Graffiti, it seemed obvious that he would be the leading man winning hearts and minds by adding masculinity to a comedy world being ruled by Woody Allen. But aside from his mega-popular roles as Indiana Jones and Han Solo - a part he may be soon returning too - Ford has mostly kept his smile hidden behind the drama of Amish witnesses and presidential assassination attempts.

Cinequest Film Festival honors actor Harrison Ford

3/3/2013, abclocal.go.com

San Jose's 23rd annual Cinequest Film Festival will honor actor Harrison Ford Sunday evening with a special acheivement award. The festival begins at 7 p.m. and will honor Ford with its "Maverick Spirit Award." Organizers say Ford has played a wide diversity of characters on the big screen with what they describe as "brilliant charismatic depictions."

George Lucas Still Planning Indiana Jones 5

1/31/2013, geektyrant.com

It looks like the Indiana Jones franchise isn't dead yet. During a recent interview with Steven Spielberg and Lucasfilm CEO Kathleen Kennedy it was revealed that the two could end up working together again on a fifth Indiana Jones movie. I honestly didn't think we would see anymore films in this franchise, but Spielberg tells THR, “I will not make another Indiana Jones film unless it's based on George's story."

Sean Patrick Flanery Boards Dexter Season 8

1/24/2013, ign.com

Sean Patrick Flanery (The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles, Saw 3D) is set to join the cast of Dexter for the upcoming 8th (and possibly final) season, TV Line reports. If you don’t recall Flanery as the youthful iteration of Dr. Jones, then you may be familiar his work in the Indy cult-favorite The Boondock Saints alongside The Walking Dead’s Norman Reedus. Earlier this month it was revealed that two new characters would be playing key roles in Dexter Season 8. Flanery is set to play the first, Jacob Elroy, who is described as, "a handsome and straightforward former cop who now owns his own private eye business." British actress Charlotte Rampling will portray second character, Dr. Evelyn Vogel, who is described as, "a formidable and whip smart neuro-psychiatrist who assists the law in profiling criminals."

George Lucas Engaged: Director, Mellody Hobson To Wed

1/3/2013, huffingtonpost.com

"Star Wars" creator George Lucas is engaged. A spokeswoman for Lucasfilm Ltd. says the 68-year-old director is engaged to 43-year-old investment firm president Mellody Hobson. No other details were provided. Hobson serves as chairman of DreamWorks Animation and is a financial contributor to ABC's "Good Morning America." Lucas helped to launch the modern blockbuster age with his "Star Wars" sagas and "Indiana Jones" adventures. The original "Star Wars" still stands as the No. 2 film in terms of tickets sold domestically, behind only "Gone with the Wind."

Harrison Ford joins L.A. mayor to serve meals at Skid Row shelter

12/25/2012, nydailynews.com

It’s Indiana Jones to the rescue.“Raiders of the Lost Ark” actor Harrison Ford was a real life hero to homeless residents at the Los Angeles Mission for the Homeless on Christmas Eve. The 70-year-old action star, joined by L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, ignored the rain to serve food to less fortunate families at the famed Skid Row shelter on Monday.

Archaeologist sues makers of ‘Indiana Jones’ over crystal skull

12/9/2012, examiner.com

A lawsuit was filed in Illinois on Friday by one of Belize’s most prominent archaeologists. The suit is demanding the return of a lost national treasure and monetary damages from the makers of the most recent Indiana Jones movie for using its likeness.

Returning to Star Wars: A Convergence in the Force

11/25/2012, starwarsblog.starwars.com

Twenty-two years ago, in the breakfast room at the Main House at Skywalker Ranch, I sat down to lunch with George Lucas and Bob Iger. Bob was then head of ABC, and George was pitching him on a new TV series called The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles. ”It’s an educational show, Bob,” I remember George saying. “Nobody will watch it.” I cringed. Not exactly the best way to sell a show. But Bob said, “I don’t care. I’ll take that chance.” True to his word, Bob Iger stuck with Young Indy for two seasons, through critical success and ratings failure. In the process he won George’s trust and forged a relationship that would pay huge dividends far in the future.

George Lucas Will Use Disney $4 Billion to Fund Education

10/31/2012, hollywoodreporter.com

By the end of the year, the $4.05 billion sale of Lucasfilm to Disney should be finalized. And since George Lucas owns 100 percent of his company - which has little to no debt - all that money goes to him. After that, Lucas plans to quickly put the bulk of the money into a foundation which will primarily focus on educational issues, a spokesperson for Lucasfilm tells THR.

Lucasfilm + Disney = More Star Wars and Great Times for Fans

10/30/2012, starwarsblog.starwars.com

Today’s double-barreled announcement – that The Walt Disney Co. is buying Lucasfilm Ltd. and that more Star Wars movies are going to be made starting almost immediately – has me pinching myself – but this is no dream. For me, and for countless millions of fellow Star Wars fans worldwide, this thunderclap couldn’t possibly be any better. Let me explain.

Science Center lets Indiana Jones take the lead

10/12/2012, ocregister.com

Remember when Indiana Jones worked as a bespectacled professor by day and discovered priceless artifacts during his free time? The Discovery Science Center remembers that time. And through a new multimedia exhibition, the Science Center is hoping to rekindle memories for folks who loved the movies, as well as introduce the Jones character and field of archaeology to a new generation of kids.

Indiana Jones Day

10/8/2012, penn.museum

Philadelphia, Fall 2012—Saturday, October 20, 2012 is the second annual National Archaeology Day—and the Penn Museum (University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology) celebrates the occasion with an afternoon of archaeological adventure and some Hollywood-inspired fun, with Indiana Jones Day.

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