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Oscar Winner Marcia Lucas, Force Behind Star Wars, Passes
30 May
Summary
- Oscar-winning film editor Marcia Lucas passed away at 80.
- She was recognized for her groundbreaking work on Star Wars.
- Lucas also edited acclaimed films like American Graffiti and Taxi Driver.
Marcia Lucas, the acclaimed Oscar-winning film editor whose work shaped cinematic classics, has passed away at 80. She died on Wednesday in Rancho Mirage, California, following a battle with cancer.
Lucas was instrumental in the editing of "Star Wars," earning an Academy Award for her work on the 1977 blockbuster. Her talent also shone in films like "American Graffiti," for which she received her first Oscar nomination, and "Return of the Jedi."
Her notable editing credits extend to Martin Scorsese's "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore," as well as his films "Taxi Driver" and "New York, New York." Lucas began her career through a Motion Picture Editors Guild program.
Marcia Lucas, an influential figure in film editing, leaves behind a legacy of storytelling and innovation. She is survived by her two daughters and grandchildren.
