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Why the Original Darth Vader Is Now ‘Persona Non Grata’ at Star Wars Events

MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU

The new documentary ‘Elstree 1976’ examines the lives of the bit and supporting players in the first ‘Star Wars’ film—with many jockeying for cash on the convention circuit.

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Forty years ago on a soundstage just across the pond, British actor David Prowse donned a shiny black helmet and became the most iconic movie villain in history—until Star

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