Suddenly, independent films — made by young directors, writers, actors, and producers — were in demand. The studios wanted young talent, at times even recruiting directly from film schools. It was a movement Lucas applauded. “I think the student films are the only real hope,” Lucas told one reporter. “I think [the studios are] slowly beginning to realize that students know what they’re doing, you know? That they’re not just a bunch of silly kids out there playing around.”
