"The Force is what gives a Jedi his power. It's an energy field created by all living things. It surrounds us, and penetrates us. It binds the galaxy together." — Obi-Wan Kenobi, Star Wars Episode IV A New Hope (1977)
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, your parents and grand-parents flocked to see Star Wars when it was simply a grainy, low-def movie. Those of us at the perfect age for this "space opera's" rapturous mix of science fiction, real-life drama and unique alternative universe—I was 12—had no idea we'd be awaiting its latest sequel/prequel nearly 40 years later.