Star Wars: Heroes & Villains

Star Wars: Heroes & Villains
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A look at the creation and filming of the various heroes and villains from all six Star Wars movies, leading up to the release of Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith.
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2005-05-03
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Features an entire galaxy of facts on your favourite heroes & villains from the Star Wars movies.
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