George Lucas is an American filmmaker and entrepreneur best known as the creator of the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises. Born in 1944, he rose to prominence in the New Hollywood era with his critically acclaimed film *American Graffiti* before achieving global recognition with *Star Wars: A New Hope* in 1977. Lucas revolutionized filmmaking with his special effects company Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) and his sound company Skywalker Sound, pushing the boundaries of cinematic technology. Beyond directing, he served as a producer and screenwriter for numerous films, leaving an undeniable and lasting impact on popular culture.
