Rating: 
Summary: Everyone's a Critic! 'Lucas' was Phenomenal!
Review: Reading many of these reviews after having seen the movie myself, I've come to the conclusion MANY seem to agree with: This was an amazing film, and those who criticize it are upset that they didn't think of the idea first! It was a 9-minute independent film, and yet wove through Star Wars, George Lucas, and Shakespeare in Love so slyly, that you must applaud Mr. Nussbaum, Mr. Dowling, and Mr. Levy for an amazing piece of cinema.To those who criticize, go ahead and nag! The people, however, have spoken, making it the most downloaded movie ever on the Internet, and I understand that Mr. Nussbaum is the talk of Hollywood as the next big director out of USC. Don't take my word for it - Read the Wall Street Journal, People Magazine, and the New York Times! If the biggest complaint is that 'Lucas' isn't long enough, it's a testament to the genius and skill of those involved. Bravo!
Rating:
Summary: Hilarious, worth seeing a thousand times.
Review: This parody on "Shakespeare in Love" mixed with "Star Wars" is an excellent job of filmwork at its best. George Lucas has writer's block at the worst possible time, he needs a script to pass film school! Inspiration is gone and he must find his muse to get the creative juices flowing again. Fortunately, the script for "Star Wars" is all about him, he only needs to open his eyes and see it. The only problem with this short - is that it is too short. You will have to watch this about 10 times in a row just to fill your thirst for it. This will leave you laughing every time. The DVD is well done, but the rest of the shorts on the DVD are merely OK. The extras are nice and really worth watching.
Rating: 
Summary: This should be proton-torpedoed out of existence.
Review: Let me first say that I certainly wouldn't buy it. I'm not a die-hard star wars fan, I'm more of the "big-fan-but-wouldn't-dress-up-as-a-SW-character" type. Secondly, I wouldn't actually call this a movie. It's more of a string of scenes, each containing one or more rather lame Star Wars "innuendos". After it finished (all nine minutes of it), it left me asking : "So the point of that was what, exactly ?". The sheer cheesiness of it all is extremely off-putting and kills any entertainment value it might otherwise have had quicker than a lightsaber through the heart. Forget the cheesiness of "Scary Movie"- that was forgivable because it was genuinely funny; this isn't even slightly so. There is just one thing I can say about this collection to it's credit : It avoided the "I am your father", "Nooooo !" cliche (but only just). I swear, if I hear that one once more I'm going to go and bay at the moon.
Rating:
Summary: Brilliant Satire
Review: I finally caught this short on the Sci-Fi Channel, and I was blown away. My girlfriend and I sat in disbelief at how deftly these bright young film student wove together "Shakespeare in Love" and the Star Wars universe's roots within the subconcious of college student George Lucas. Put simply, we were in stiches, howling out loud the entire time. I don't even know where to start; at the dual-croissant-haired student rebellion leader who re-ignites young George's creative fire, the black-clad athsma-inflicted student competitor, or perhaps the revalent action cleverly planted in the backgrounds that would surely have made the Zucker Brothers (Airplane, Naked Gun) proud. They manage to cover everything you can think of and tack on an ingenious ending that'll have you laughing out loud long after the credits have rolled. This is indeed a triumph in every way, and a must see for any true fans of Star Wars. Believe the hype!...
Rating:
Summary: Not just another agricultural space tragedy...
Review: In ten minutes, how many allusions to Star Wars and George Lucas lore can you make? Well, if you're the director of "George Lucas In Love," (aka GLIL) dozens. With a wonderful sense of comedic timing and a finely honed script, GLIL manages to keep its viewers engaged... and looking forward to seeing the next reference to Star Wars. And for non-Star Wars fans, there's even a version of the film on the DVD explaining the jokes and references, a la "Pop Up Video." There are some other short films on the DVD too, but they're not as good as GLIL.
Rating:
Summary: Not just another agricultural space tragedy...
Review: In ten minutes, how many allusions to Star Wars and George Lucas lore can you make? Well, if you're the director of "George Lucas In Love," (aka GLIL) dozens. With a wonderful sense of comedic timing and a finely honed script, GLIL manages to keep its viewers engaged... and looking forward to seeing the next reference to Star Wars. And for non-Star Wars fans, there's even a version of the film on the DVD explaining the jokes and references, a la "Pop Up Video." There are some other short films on the DVD too, but they're not as good as GLIL.
Rating:
Summary: More than Funny; Lucas in Love is Pure Genius
Review: Anyone can spoof or satirize another work. It isn't hard to do, but it's another thing to do it well. The creators of George Lucas in Love have managed to perfectly spoof not only the Academy Award winning film Shakespeare in Love, but also the world of Star Wars and its creator George Lucas. Set in the early days of Lucas' life as a film student, this short film manages to quickly capture the romance and humor of Shakespeare in Love and turn it on its ear. Lucas becomes the struggling young writer, plagued by writers block, and (as with Shakespeare) finds his inspiration in the arms of a young woman. There are so many great jokes and gags in this film, you'll find yourself watching it over and over just to catch them all. This is a must see for every Star Wars fan! "Try not! Do or do not! There is no try!"
Rating:
Summary: The funniest 8 minute short ever!
Review: "George Lucas in Love" is the funniest eight minute short movie that I have ever seen. What if George Lucas, the creator of the "Star Wars" movies, had a muse, like "Shakespeare in Love" suggests that the Bard did? Well, imagine George Lucas living in a dorm at USC, struggling to create a short picture. And then the fun begins. This short is laden with layer after layer of inside jokes. I've watched it over a dozen times, and each time I see another joke that I missed before.
Rating:
Summary: The Force is strong with this one...
Review: Any fan of George Lucas and of Star Wars -- I'm a hardcore fan of both -- will love this movie. It is clever, witty, and well-crafted, perfectly balancing the directorial styles of Shakespeare in Love (Steadicam shots, lighting) with Star Wars (Lucasian wipes, close-up shots, pans). Some of the most subtle jokes were my favorite, such as the "womp rats" line, the Howard the Duck reference, and the THX 1138 door sign. Enjoy!
Rating: 
Summary: One for the fans
Review: George Lucas in Love is a must see for any one who considers themself a fan of the original Starwars trilogy. Its hilariously funny, with subtle references enough for any diehard while also being accessible for the casual fan.
| 
