Andrew Ainsworth Talks About Making Stormtrooper Masks

The transcript discusses the challenges faced in creating characters for the film 'A New Hope', particularly the Stormtroopers, due to the technical limitations of the 1970s. It highlights the innovative approaches taken to overcome these challenges, resulting in the creation of over 200 characters. Despite limited resources, the film's production was successful and inspirational.

What was the main challenge in creating the Stormtrooper costumes?

• Making costumes that were waterproof

• Designing the costumes in different colors

• Creating costumes that allowed movement

• Finding actors to fit the costumes

What materials were commonly used in studios during 1976?

• Plastic and metal

• Rubber and foam

• Wood and glass

• Plaster and hessian

Why was the creation of space characters challenging in 1976?

• There were no previous space films for reference

• The actors were not trained for space roles

• The audience was not interested in space films

• The technology for space effects was too advanced

How many characters were created for 'A New Hope'?

• 50

• 100

• 150

• Over 200

What was a significant factor in the success of 'A New Hope'?

• A large budget

• Advanced technology

• Creative problem-solving under constraints

• Famous actors