34K views · 199 reactions | George Lucas, the visionary behind Star Wars, collaborated closely with sound designer Ben Burtt to craft the film’s groundbreaking audio landscape. Lucas sought an “organic” sound, steering away from the electronic tones typical of science fiction at the time. This innovative approach led to the creation of iconic sounds, such as the hum of lightsabers and the beeps of R2-D2, which have become synonymous with the franchise. | History In Pictures | Facebook