George Lucas completed the original trilogy of his "Star Wars" saga in 1983 with "Return of the Jedi". Cult figures such as Yoda and Darth Vader, fantastic locations such as the desert planet Tatooine or the second Death Star and Oscar-winning special effects continue to fascinate viewers of all ages to this day. The space epic has achieved cult status, not least thanks to the award-winning soundtrack by John Williams. A galactic journey through cinema and sound awaits viewers and listeners when the third film in the science fiction saga comes to the Kulturpalast for the first time. While the Dresden Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Benjamin Pope, plays the impressive soundtrack live, the film will be shown in full length on a large screen.
The second, even more powerful Death Star, which is to seal the final downfall of the rebels, is nearing completion. The rebels unite their forces on the moon of Endor to fight from there against the Empire and thus the dark side of the Force. Meanwhile, Luke returns to the remote planet of Dagobah to complete his training as a Jedi Knight with Master Yoda. He learns from him that he must face his father, Darth Vader, one last time. As the attack on the Death Star begins, a lightsaber duel between father and son ensues once again.
Organizer: Alegria Konzert GmbH in cooperation with the Dresden Philharmonic Orchestra
John Williams
"Star Wars", Episode VI "Return of the Jedi Knights"
USA 1983
Director: Richard Marquand