A Great Disturbance

Benjamin Shull
U.S., 2007
English
98 minutes • Color
Production: Aegis Films
Screenplay: Benjamin Shull

In April 2005, a film crew followed five delusional fans during their preparation, trip, and return from the third Star Wars Celebration in Indianapolis. Phil, a computer repairman who thinks he is the greatest and funniest fan of all time. Lee, debuting his homemade Stormtrooper costume. Doug, a competitive tabletop gamer who trash talks elementary school challengers. Derek and Smitty, two college preps searching for girls among the Jedi and Wookies.

What began as a simple three day shoot at the Celebration in April 2005, became an even bigger production, as the crew realized the potential of the raw footage. The end result is a hilarious yet true look into Star Wars fandom… a film that can be enjoyed by hard core Star Wars fans and even people who have never heard of Luke Skywalker.

See the hilarious and biting satire of us Star Wars fans, the conventions we attend, and all the characters, costumes, long lines, exhibits, games, and fanny packs that come with it. Watch the film evolve from a great documentary into A Great Disturbance.

Showtimes:
Friday August 17, August 24, and August 31 - 9:00 PM

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