What is important to me is the theology behind the entire project that has been headed by George Lucas. In the 26 April 1999 issue of Time , Bill Moyers interviews George Lucas. In it Lucas's theology is clear. I wanted to use these motifs to deal with issues that exist today. I see Star Wars as taking all the issues that religion represents and trying to distill them down into a modern and easily accessible construct that there is a greater mystery out there.
Religion is basically a container for faith.
I wanted to make it so that young people would begin to ask questions about the mystery. . . . And to trust your feelings is your way into that. It is an eclectic blending of Buddhism, Hinduism, ancient Gnosticism and certain elements of Christianity. It bears no resemblance at all to biblical Christianity. The Force is really personal enlightenment and empowerment.