Any Star Wars or Lego fans in the house? This one’s a treat – a fan-made Lego stop-motion tribute to Star Wars Episode 7, built entirely from bricks and a lot of patience.
I remember being taken to see the very first Star Wars film as an 8-year-old and being completely enthralled. It was such an adventure – so different from anything else, and that music! I wanted to be Princess Leia, odd hair buns and all.
The Lego Version
This stop-motion recreation of the Episode VII – The Force Awakens trailer was made by YouTuber Snooperking, frame by painstaking frame, using Lego minifigures and sets. It’s a lovely watch whether you’re a longtime Star Wars fan or just love seeing Lego brought to life:
The Real Trailer
For comparison, here’s the original movie trailer that inspired it. The Force Awakens was directed by J. J. Abrams and released on December 18, 2015, bringing back original cast members Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher and Mark Hamill, alongside newcomers including Max von Sydow and Lupita Nyong’o:
More For Budding Star Wars Fans
If you’ve got young Star Wars fans at home, the official Star Wars website at www.starwars.com is well worth a browse for games, character guides and more.
Do you have memories of seeing the first Star Wars film in the cinema? Share them with us in the comments below – we’d love to hear them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who made the Lego version of the Star Wars Episode 7 trailer?
It was created by YouTuber Snooperking, using stop-motion animation with Lego minifigures and sets to recreate the official trailer shot for shot.
When did Star Wars Episode 7 come out?
Star Wars: The Force Awakens was released on December 18, 2015, directed by J. J. Abrams.
Where can I watch the Lego stop-motion trailer?
You can watch it right here in this article, or on YouTube via the link above.
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