Ray Park Fights Liam Neeson on Set and George Explains the First Sith

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Summary by Krater

A behind-the-scenes featurette exploring the lightsaber choreography and sword-fighting styles developed for Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace, featuring interviews with George Lucas, producer Rick McCallum, coordinator Nick Gillard, and actors Liam Neeson and Ewan McGregor.

From the video

Answers: How was the lightsaber choreography developed for Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace?

lightsaber choreography
sword fighting styles in Star Wars
stunt coordination
martial arts training for film
lightsaber design

What it concludes

George Lucas wanted the lightsaber fights in Episode I to be a much more energetic, fast, and aggressive version of previous films to showcase Jedi in their prime.
Stunt coordinator Nick Gillard studied every single sword-play style ranging from Kendo to Escrima to create a gritty, fast, and strong fighting style for the lightsabers.
Ray Park's martial arts background and exceptional discipline as a swordfighter greatly elevated the intensity and realism of Darth Maul's combat on screen.

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