George Lucas says perseverance is key to filmmaking: ‘I fought for all my films’

George Lucas has been awarded an Honorary Palme d’Or during the 77th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France (Doug Peters/PA)

George Lucas has reflected on his decades-long career at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, ahead of receiving the honorary Palme d’or award during the closing ceremony on Saturday.

The US writer, director and producer created the Star Wars franchise, beginning with the first film in 1977, as well as creating the Indiana Jones series.