{{Infobox film | name = Star Wars: Origins | image = Star Wars Origins Thumbnail.jpeg | caption = The [[YouTube]] thumbnail of the film | director = [[Phil Hawkins]] | writer = Phil Hawkins | based_on = {{Based on|''[[Star Wars]]''|[[George Lucas]]}} and<br> {{Based on|''[[Indiana Jones]]''|Lucas|[[Philip Kaufman]]}} | producer = | starring = {{Plainlist| * Marie Everett * [[Jamie Costa]] * Hadrian Howard * Philip Walker}} | cinematography = David Meadows | editing = | music = Richard Bodgers | production_companies = {{Plainlist| * PhilmCo * Velvet Film}} | released = {{Film date|df=y|2019|12|12|[[YouTube]]}} | runtime = 21 minutes | country = United Kingdom | language = English }}
'''''Star Wars: Origins''''' is a 2019 British ''[[Star Wars]]'' and ''[[Indiana Jones]]'' [[fan film]] written and directed by [[Phil Hawkins]]. The films stars Marie Everett, [[Jamie Costa]], Hadrian Howard, and Philip Walker. It was uploaded to [[YouTube]] on December 12, 2019.
==Cast== * Marie Everett as Ellie * [[Jamie Costa]] as Walter * Hadrian Howard as Saif * Philip Walker as Ackbar
==Background== The film takes inspiration from the ''[[Star Wars]]'' and ''[[Indiana Jones]]'' franchises,<ref name="SR">{{cite web|url=https://screenrant.com/star-wars-origins-fan-film-watch-online/|title=Star Wars Fan Film Connects Galaxy Far, Far Away To Modern Earth|last=LaBonte|first=Rachel|date=December 17, 2019|work=[[Screen Rant]]|access-date=September 29, 2021}}</ref><ref name="/Film">{{cite web|url=https://www.slashfilm.com/571078/star-wars-origins-short-film/|title=VOTD: 'Star Wars: Origins' Finds Ancient Artifacts From A Galaxy Actually Not So Far, Far Away|last=Anderton|first=Ethan|date=December 13, 2019|work=[[SlashFilm]]|access-date=September 29, 2021}}</ref> with online publication ''[[Nerdist]]'' describing it as a "mashup."<ref name="Nerdist">{{cite web|url=https://nerdist.com/article/star-wars-origins-fan-film-indiana-jones-george-lucas/|title=STAR WARS MEETS INDIANA JONES IN EPIC FAN FILM|last=Diaz|first=Eric|date=November 5, 2020|work=[[Nerdist]]|access-date=September 29, 2021}}</ref>
It also contains [[Easter egg (media)|Easter eggs]] relating to the two franchises.,<ref name="Nerdist"/><ref name="SR"/><ref name="TI">{{cite web|url=https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/star-wars-origins-watch-youtube-luke-skywalker-indiana-jones-a9676576.html |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/archive/20220524/https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/star-wars-origins-watch-youtube-luke-skywalker-indiana-jones-a9676576.html |archive-date=2022-05-24 |url-access=subscription |url-status=live|title=Star Wars: Fan-made film reimagining franchise's history is a must for any fan|last=Stolworthy|first=Jacob|date=August 20, 2020|work=[[The Independent]]|access-date=September 29, 2021}}</ref> which was inspired by the Easter egg in ''[[Raiders of the Lost Ark]]'' (1981), where the ''Star Wars'' characters, [[C-3PO]] and [[R2-D2]] appear as hieroglyphs.<ref name="GT"/>
==Synopsis== The official synopsis states, "''Star Wars: Origins'' takes a unique look at where it all began. A thrilling action adventure film drawing inspiration from both ''Star Wars'' and ''Indiana Jones'' to tell an epic story based on Earth during [[World War II|WWII]]."<ref name="Nerdist"/>
==Production== The project took over three years in total to be completed.<ref name="SR"/>
{{external media |width=210px |float=right |video1={{YouTube|link=no|id=xfTcvUSCMzU|title=A two and a half minute VFX breakdown featurette by Flipbook Studio (uploaded to the official ''Star Wars: Origins'' YouTube channel)}} }} According to publication ''Prolific North'', in May 2019, the executive producers approached VFX company, Flipbook Studio, to produce the special effects for the project. They were given a deadline of eight weeks, and in this time were able to complete 100 VFX shots in a 4K resolution.<ref name="PN"/>
{{external media |width=210px |float=right |video1={{YouTube|link=no|id=xfTcvUSCMzU|title= A four minute behind the scenes/making of featurette (uploaded to the official ''Star Wars: Origins'' YouTube channel)}} }} Filming took place in June 2019,<ref name="PN">{{cite web|url=https://www.prolificnorth.co.uk/news/broadcasting-news/2019/12/watch-manchester-companies-combine-star-wars-origins-film|title=Watch: Manchester companies combine for Star Wars: Origins film|last=Chapman|first=Stephen|date=December 19, 2019|work=Prolific North|access-date=September 29, 2021}}</ref> and was shot on location in the [[Sahara|Sahara Desert]].<ref name="TI"/> Shooting lasted for two days.<ref name="FR">{{cite web|url=https://www.filmriot.com/podcast/making-star-wars-origins-a-fan-film/|title=Podcast: MAKING "STAR WARS: ORIGINS" - A FAN FILM|date=June 16, 2020|work=[[Film Riot]]|access-date=September 29, 2021}}</ref>
It utilizes VCode technology, developed by [[VST Enterprises]], which allows viewers to scan the screen as they watch the film and access special features, such as deleted scenes and comments from the director.<ref name="PN"/>
==Reception== ''Star Wars: Origins'' received positive reviews.
Jacob Stolworthy of ''[[The Independent]]'' called it, "a must-watch for any fan."<ref name="TI"/> Eric Diaz of ''[[Nerdist]]'' called it, "the mashup you never knew you needed until now."<ref name="Nerdist"/> Rachel LaBonte of ''[[Screen Rant]]'' said, "It's incredibly well-made and thrilling to watch from start to finish."<ref name="SR"/> Joey Paur of ''Geek Tyrant'' called it, "an entertaining and fun ''Star Wars'' fan flick."<ref name="GT">{{cite web|url=https://geektyrant.com/news/star-wars-origins-fan-film-imagines-star-wars-and-indiana-jones-existing-in-the-same-universe3|title=STAR WARS: ORIGINS Fan Film Imagines STAR WARS and INDIANA JONES Existing in The Same Universe|last=Paur|first=Joey|date=December 15, 2019|work=Geek Tyrant|access-date=September 30, 2021}}</ref> Alex Billington of ''FirstShowing.net'' called it, "spectacular, whimsical, and entertaining," and went on to state, "Not only does this look and sound great, it's a thoroughly entertaining film."<ref name="FS">{{cite web|url=https://www.firstshowing.net/2019/watch-clever-star-wars-origins-fan-film-reimagines-earths-history/|title=Watch: Clever 'Star Wars: Origins' Fan Film Reimagines Earth's History|last=Billington|first=Alex|date=December 15, 2019|work=FirstShowing.net|access-date=September 30, 2021}}</ref> Sean Evans of ''Back to the Movies'' gave a rating of four and a half out of five stars, and said, "This is one polished package across the board. Solid acting performances, visually stunning and with a unique blend of two iconic franchises there is only one way this film is heading and that’s up."<ref name="BTTM">{{cite web|url=https://www.backtothemovies.com/star-wars-origins-review/|title=Star Wars: Origins Review – A Work of Art|last=Evans|first=Sean|work=Back to the Movies|date=8 December 2019 |access-date=September 30, 2021}}</ref>
Ethan Anderton of ''[[SlashFilm]]'' called it "an impressive and imaginative project that fans will enjoy," and praised the cinematography, visual effects, and production design. However, he criticized the dialogue that references ''Star Wars'', calling it "cheesy," a scene referencing [[J. J. Abrams]]' [[Star Trek (2009 film)|2009 ''Star Trek'' film]], calling it "even more ham-fisted," and said, "certain details don't make sense," such as [[Darth Vader]]'s helmet appearing.<ref name="/Film"/>
On [[Twitter]], [[Mark Hamill]] (the portrayer of ''Star Wars'' character [[Luke Skywalker]]) replied to the crew of the film, saying, "Congratulations on your well-deserved success. You all did a fantastic job! (thumbs up)."<ref name="Hamill">{{Cite tweet|author=[[Mark Hamill|Hamill, Mark]]|user=HamillHimself|number=1261096580414705665|date=May 14, 2020|title=Congratulations on your well-deserved success. You all did a fantastic job!|access-date=September 30, 2021}}</ref><ref name="TI"/>
Citing the comments made on the YouTube upload, Rachel LaBonte reported that the fans' reactions toward the film are positive.<ref name="SR"/>
==References== {{reflist}}
==External links.== * {{YouTube|id=SVSox0qApO4|title=''Star Wars: Origins''}} * {{IMDb title|7668272}}
{{Unofficial Star Wars media}} {{Indiana Jones}}
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