We are delighted to share the much anticipated trailer for the 501st UK Garrison documentary entitled ‘Heroes of the Empire’ created by Speechless Films.
Heroes of the Empire
Producers – Ross Joseph, Tom Long; Director – Tom Long
Currently in post-production, this 60 minute documentary follows the 501st UK Garrison Star Wars™ costuming club around the UK, as they attend a variety of fund raising events – revealing the side of costuming you’ve never seen before.
From international film premieres to children’s hospital visits, witness the impact that the UK Garrison have on the hearts and minds of the fan’s they meet.
Many people have a misguided perception of costumers, labelling them as “nerds” and “geeks”. In order to change this perception, we were given the privileged opportunity to meet the families and the fans who have been directly inspired and supported by the UK Garrison.
The film will reveal the wide variety of people who are inspired to join the UK Garrison, from all walks of life and occupations. For these individuals, being “Heroes of the Empire” is their true identity.
Heroes of the Empire is not affiliated or endorsed by The Walt Disney Company, Lucasfilm Ltd, their subsidiaries or sister companies, or any Star Wars licence holder. Star Wars is a registered trademark of Lucasfilm Ltd. Lucasfilm™ is a trademark of Lucasfilm Ltd.
The film will premiere on August 19th 2017, and attendance will be by invite only. A full release will follow, but is wholly dependent on a distribution deal. The plan though is to release Heroes of the Empire before Star Wars: The Last Jedi hits cinemas on December 14th in the UK. More news on the release as soon as we get it.
