Ralph McQuarrie

Acting

Biography

Ralph Angus McQuarrie (/məˈkwɒriː/; June 13, 1929 – March 3, 2012) was a conceptual designer and futurist responsible for many of the designs and aesthetics featured in the original trilogy. He also provided concept illustrations fort he original Battlestar Galactica and the illustration of the Ark of the Covenant seen in a Bible near the beginning of Raiders of the Lost Ark. He often went by the initials "RMQ," which he used as his signature. McQuarrie was tuckerized via a cameo in The Empire Strikes Back as General Pharl McQuarrie.

Filmography Movies

Acting

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The Making of 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial'

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A behind-the-scenes documentary about the making of Steven Spielberg's 1982 film "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial."

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The Making of 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial'

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Ralph McQuarrie: Illustrator

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Ralph McQuarrie inspired a generation with his visionary contributions to George Lucas' Star Wars Trilogy. Now, for the first time, hear in his own words how he became connected with the most popular film series of all time. You'll find out about his life and work up to and following his award winning career as a conceptual artist, which include illustrating parts catalogs for Boeing, creating animation for television coverage of the Apollo space missions, and creating illustrations for movie posters and book covers. It's all here, in an exclusive one on one interview.

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Ralph McQuarrie: Illustrator

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The Empire Strikes Back

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The epic saga continues as Luke Skywalker, in hopes of defeating the evil Galactic Empire, learns the ways of the Jedi from aging master Yoda. But Darth Vader is more determined than ever to capture Luke. Meanwhile, rebel leader Princess Leia, cocky Han Solo, Chewbacca, and droids C-3PO and R2-D2 are thrown into various stages of capture, betrayal and despair.

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The Empire Strikes Back

General McQuarrie (uncredited)

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The Making of 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind'

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A documentary film on the making of 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind'

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The Making of 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind'

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The Characters of Star Wars

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The Characters of Star Wars is a Video Documentary included in the 2004 DVD release of the Star Wars Original Trilogy. It explained the Mythos of many of the "Star Wars" Characters.

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The Characters of Star Wars

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When a group of trespassing seniors swim in a pool containing alien cocoons, they find themselves energized with youthful vigor.

Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home

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When a huge alien probe enters the galaxy and begins to vaporize Earth's oceans, Kirk and his crew must travel back in time in order to bring back whales and save the planet.

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Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home

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The Star Wars Holiday Special

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Luke Skywalker and Han Solo battle evil Imperial forces to help Chewbacca reach his imperiled family on the Wookiee planet - in time for Life Day, their most important day of the year!

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The Star Wars Holiday Special

Art Designer

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Nightbreed

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A troubled young man is drawn to a mythical place called Midian where a variety of friendly monsters are hiding from humanity. Meanwhile, a sadistic serial killer is looking for a patsy.

Nightbreed

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A troubled young man is drawn to a mythical place called Midian where a variety of friendly monsters are hiding from humanity. Meanwhile, a sadistic serial killer is looking for a patsy.

Return of the Jedi

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Luke Skywalker leads a mission to rescue his friend Han Solo from the clutches of Jabba the Hutt, the Emperor prepares to crush the Rebellion with a more powerful Death Star, and the Rebel fleet mounts a massive attack on the space station. Luke Skywalker confronts Darth Vader in a final climactic duel before the evil Emperor.

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Return of the Jedi

Concept Artist

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VD Questions and VD Answers

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Addresses the epidemic of venereal diseases (VD), specifically gonorrhea and syphilis, emphasizing the importance of awareness, prevention, and treatment. It dispels common myths about how these diseases are transmitted and highlights the serious consequences of untreated infections. The film urges individuals to seek medical help promptly if they suspect they have VD, as both diseases can be easily cured but can lead to severe health complications if left untreated. It also stresses that anyone can be affected, regardless of their background, and encourages open communication about sexual health.

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VD Questions and VD Answers

Animation