The Walt Disney Company just recently announces that they are going to buy the Star Wars production company, the Lucasfilm.
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As excerpted from the former company’s press release below:
Global leader in high-quality family entertainment agrees to acquire world-renowned Lucasfilm Ltd, including legendary STAR WARS franchise.
Acquisition continues Disney’s strategic focus on creating and monetizing the world’s best branded content, innovative technology and global growth to drive long-term shareholder value.
Lucasfilm to join company’s global portfolio of world class brands including Disney, ESPN, Pixar, Marvel and ABC.
STAR WARS: EPISODE 7 feature film targeted for release in 2015.
Yes. Heard the news over in Asia as well! I wonder why Lucas needs to work together with Disney. He is big enough alone…
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