Before ‘Star Wars’, George Lucas was Really into Shooting Formula 1 Cars

Before George Lucas became one of the most influential figures in modern cinema, he was a teenager immersed in Modesto, California’s street racing culture during the early 1960s. In fact, his original aspiration was to become a professional race car driver. [Read More]

Jun 27, 2025 - 14:56
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Before ‘Star Wars’, George Lucas was Really into Shooting Formula 1 Cars

A rear view of a vintage Formula 1 race car on a track, showing wide tires, exposed suspension, and engine components, with some smoke rising from the left tire.

Before George Lucas became one of the most influential figures in modern cinema, he was a teenager immersed in Modesto, California’s street racing culture during the early 1960s. In fact, his original aspiration was to become a professional race car driver.

[Read More]