George Lucas (George Walton Lucas Jr., May 14, 1944, Modesto, California, United States) is an American director, producer, and screenwriter, primarily known for creating the "Star Wars" universe and directing "American Graffiti.

Early Life. Lucas  developed a passion for filmmaking from a young age. He studied cinematography at the University of Southern California (USC) before embarking on his career in filmmaking.

Film Career. George Lucas became an iconic figure in Hollywood through his creation of the epic "Star Wars" saga. The first film in the series, "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope" (1977), became a cultural phenomenon and redefined the science fiction genre. Lucas also directed "American Graffiti" (1973), a film set in the 1960s that received numerous Oscar nominations.

Personal Life. Lucas has been married three times and has three adopted children. He is known for his privacy and philanthropic efforts.

Interests. In addition to filmmaking, Lucas is passionate about technology and has made significant contributions to the development of digital technologies in cinema. He is also an art collector and funded the construction of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles.

Important Films:

"Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope" (1977): The film that launched the epic "Star Wars" saga, following the adventures of Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and Han Solo as they battle the Galactic Empire.

"American Graffiti" (1973): A nostalgic comedy that follows a group of young people during a summer night in the early 1960s.

"Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back" (1980): The second chapter of the "Star Wars" saga, which continues the struggle against the Empire and reveals the connection between Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader.

"Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" (1989): Lucas produced this Indiana Jones adventure, directed by Steven Spielberg, in which the famous archaeologist searches for the Holy Grail.

Filmography 

As a Director

THX 1138 (1971)

American Graffiti (1973)

Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977)

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999)

Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones (2002)

Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith (2005)

As a Producer

American Graffiti (1973)

Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977)

More American Graffiti (1979)

Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)

Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back (1980)

Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi (1983)

Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984)

Howard the Duck (1986)

Labyrinth (1986)

Willow (1988)

Tucker: The Man and His Dream (1988)

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989)

Radioland Murders (1994)

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999)

Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones (2002)

Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith (2005)

Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008)

Red Tails (2012)

Strange Magic (2015)

Awards

Academy Awards (Oscars):

Received Oscar nominations for directing and writing "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope" (1977).

"Star Wars" won several Oscars in technical categories.

Golden Globe Awards:

"Star Wars" received Golden Globe nominations, including for Best Motion Picture - Drama.

BAFTA Awards:

Received nominations and awards at the BAFTAs for his films.

AFI Life Achievement Award:

Received in 2005 for his extraordinary contribution to cinema.

Saturn Awards:

Won several Saturn Awards, given by the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films, for his contributions to the genre.