Inside the Holocron – Match a Move: Jason Snell
Jason Snell details the precision of ILM matchmoving in Episode II, revealing how digital and live‑action elements were aligned to create seamless Star Wars visuals...
Inside the Holocron – Storming Episode II: Dave Young
Dave Young reveals how rain, wind, and practical effects combined to create the fierce Kamino showdown between Obi‑Wan and Jango in Attack of the Clones...
Inside the Holocron – Making it BIG: Episode II – The IMAX Experience
Explore how Episode II was transformed for IMAX through advanced digital remastering, enhanced clarity, towering screens, and powerful sound that redefined the Star Wars theatrical experience...
Inside the Holocron – In the Details: Peter Wyborn
Discover how Peter Wyborn and his team crafted the intricate props of Episode II, bringing authenticity, texture, and practical magic to the Star Wars universe...
Inside the Holocron – Holographic Artist: Philip Metschan
Philip Metschan’s journey from web designer to ILM hologram specialist reveals how his sleek, innovative visuals helped define the distinctive holographic style of Episode II...
Inside the Holocron – From EU to Episode II: Aayla Secura
Aayla Secura’s journey from comics to the big screen proves even a background Jedi can steal the spotlight when George Lucas gets inspired...
Inside the Holocron – Episode II: Unlocking the DVD
Episode II’s DVD release pushed digital filmmaking forward, showcasing groundbreaking clarity, extensive behind‑the‑scenes features, and Lucasfilm’s evolving mastery of early 2000s home‑media technology...
Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones – Trailer
Ten years after Naboo’s invasion, rising Separatist threats pull Anakin and Obi‑Wan into danger, romance, and the first sparks of the Clone War...
Inside the Holocron – Designing Personality: An Interview with Jay Shuster
Jay Shuster reflects on crafting the personalities of prequel‑era vehicles and droids, revealing how design, silhouette, and storytelling shaped the look of Episodes I and II...
Inside the Holocron – Episode II: Sound Search
Matthew Wood travels the globe recording unusual sounds — even penguins — to build the distinctive audio palette that shaped Attack of the Clones....
Inside the Holocron – Digital Distillation: Cutting Episode II
Explore how George Lucas and Ben Burtt shaped Attack of the Clones in post‑production, distilling hours of footage into a tightly crafted digital edit...
Inside the Holocron – Episode II Art and Architecture
Explore the artistic and architectural foundations of Attack of the Clones through concept artist Kurt Kaufman’s insights, revealing how design shaped the film’s worlds, cultures, and visual identity...
The Homing Beacon Archives : 81-90
Explore Homing Beacon issues 81–90, revealing how ILM’s model shop shaped Star Wars through miniatures, practical effects, and groundbreaking innovation...
The Homing Beacon Archives : 71-80
Explore Homing Beacon issues 71–80, featuring Samuel L. Jackson on Mace Windu, Episode II DVD insights, and behind‑the‑scenes stories from Lucasfilm’s early‑2000s production era...
The Homing Beacon Archives : 61-70
Explore Homing Beacon issues 61–70, uncovering Episode II Easter eggs, hidden jokes, and behind‑the‑scenes secrets from Lucasfilm’s early‑2000s production era....
Ask the Jedi Council Archives – 2002
Explore the 2002 Jedi Council Archives, featuring rare insights on Episode II, Jedi lore, editing secrets, and behind‑the‑scenes stories from Lucasfilm...
The Homing Beacon Archives : 51-60
Explore Homing Beacon issues 51–60, featuring Episode II insights, international audio mixes, and behind‑the‑scenes Jedi costume secret...
The Homing Beacon Archives : 41-50
Explore Homing Beacon issues 41–50, showcasing rare 2001 Star Wars newsletters with behind‑the‑scenes insights on Attack of the Clones and ILM’s digital innovations....
The Homing Beacon Archives : 31-40
Explore Homing Beacon issues 31–40, featuring Episode II updates, behind‑the‑scenes stories, and rare insights from Lucasfilm’s early‑2000s production era....
Ask the Jedi Council Archives – 2001
Explore the 2001 Jedi Council Archives, featuring insights on Jedi training, ILM animation, and the evolving world of the Star Wars prequel era....
Ask the Jedi Council Archives – 2000
A look back at the 2000 Jedi Council Archives, capturing early Episode II insights, design notes, and Lucasfilm’s prequel‑era production thinking...