Run Leia Run

Run Leia Run is a fan film that made its debut on the Internet in January 2003 following a premiere at Northwestern University. Created in Macromedia Flash by filmmaker Adam Bertocci, it crosses the story and style of Run Lola Run with the Star Wars universe in a retelling of The Empire Strikes Back, specifically the story of Han Solo's pursuit by bounty hunters and the Empire. The film is noted for featuring Arcade Fire member Will Butler as Han and for its success at mainstream film festivals in addition to fan events. Other notable cast members include Ben Fletcher as Darth Vader, who previously voiced the Sith Lord for popular fan films such as Knightquest and Broken Allegiance. Run Leia Run garnered the Audience Award for Digital...