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George Lucas helmed all three installments in the prequel trilogy ofStar Warsmovies, which initially received mixed reviews from critics and fans. However, the films have found a place for themselves among the fanbase with several creative choices made by Lucas for the prequels becoming much-discussed aspects, including even some small details.
One of the details that fans appreciate about the prequels is the depiction of the battle droids. InAttack of the Clones, the droids are at their goofy best, resulting in some hilarious fan-favorite moments that are remembered even today. Sound editor Matthew Wood revealed how one idea from Lucas made such scenes possible and here is what he had to say.
Star WarsSound Editor Revealed How the Goofiest Droid Scene inAttack of the ClonesWas Made
Matthew Wood has a large hand in the creation of severalStar Warsprojects, serving as the supervising sound editor at Skywalker Sound. Wood has also voiced the infamous battle droids from the prequels, who are known for their goofy antics, especially in the second installment,Attack of the Clones.
During an interview withtheStar Warswebsite, Wood spoke about the goofy battle droid sequences in the film, explaining how they were the brainchild of franchise creator and directorGeroge Lucas. Wood stated:
George had this idea that, after The Phantom Menace when the droid control ships are shut down and they’re no longer connected to them, the new version of the droids are autonomous ones that require their own CPU!
Furthermore, Wood added that since the battle droids required their own CPUs, they were given extremely cheap ones to reduce the costs borne by the Confederate army.
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Ultimately, Lucas’ idea explainswhy the droids became less competent and goofierin the later installments of the prequels. Wood also revealed that with time, he voiced more and more of the battle droids completely taking over the role from Ben Burtt but still using the latter’s performance as an inspiration.
Matthew Wood Explained How He Was Cast as Bib Fortuna inThe Phantom Menace
In the same interview, Wood also reflected onThe Phantom Menace, whichrecently completed twenty-five yearssince its original release. In the film, Wood played the role of Bib Fortuna, a henchman of Jabba the Hutt.
Wood spoke about how he got the part, revealing that he was fresh out of college when he joined Lucasfilm. He enjoyed acting and singing, something Lucas was aware of. Wood revealed that he was taking notes when Lucas saw him and considered him for the role.
George said, ‘You know, you’re kind of creepy over there lurking in the doorway. You should come in the office.’
Wood made the above statement, explaining that Lucas decided to cast him as Bib Fortuna on the spot, primarily because he was skinny and looked creepy.
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The veteran sound editor reprised the role for episodes ofThe MandalorianandThe Book of Boba Fett. Wood also voiced the character of General Grievous in the prequels and other installments of the space opera franchise, making him aStar Warslegend.
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Pratik Handore
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With a keen interest in comic book movies and blockbuster franchises, Pratik usually covers news and updates on the DCU, MCU, Star Wars, and more.A die-hard fan of George Lucas and Steven Spielberg, Pratik spends most of his time exploring different storytelling mediums that invoke a sense of wonder and adventure. Other filmmakers whose works have deeply influenced him include Alfred Hitchcock, James Gunn, and Guillermo del Toro.
