Galactic Starcruiser's Swan Song portrayed in upcoming film documentary
Step Aboard the Halcyon Daze: A Farewell Voyage to Star Wars' Galactic Starcruiser
Consider taking a walk down memory lane with "Halcyon Daze," an upcoming documentary that promises to delve into the heart of the now-closed immersive experience of Disney's Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. This intriguing project, masterminded by gaming historian and designer, Carly Kocurek, is making waves with its promises of insider testimonials from artists, cast, and die-hard fans who sorrowfully bore witness to its demise.
Disney splashed out big-time, making Galactic Starcruiser a cornerstone of the Star Wars universe, with key roles in establishing the New Republic and, mind-blowingly, the conception of Ben Solo. Admission prices (ranging from $4,800 to over $6,000) made it a hard sell for anyone but the most ardent of fans with deep pockets. Despite its short lifespan of just 19 months, this documentary aims to illuminate the contrasting narratives of the Starcruiser as an extravagant, pricey flop and a cherished community of devotees who still hold it dear in their hearts.
If you're ready to indulge in some nostalgia or even join the campaign to support the documentary, head on over here. As of the time of writing, the Halcyon Daze Kickstarter campaign stands at a proud $19,121. The crew is in the final stretch, working tirelessly on a rough cut for submissions to film festivals this fall.
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The documentary has managed to amass well over 100 hours of footage and has already conducted interviews with more than 50 individuals, including former passengers, cast members, and industry experts in immersive entertainment[1][2]. They aim to submit the documentary to film festivals beginning in the late summer or early fall of 2026, though an official release date has yet to be announced[1]. If successful in securing funds beyond their initial goal of $50,000, they may also utilize those funds for festival submissions, travel expenses, and additional features for backers[1].
[1] - Weckowicz, K. (2023, January 12). 'Halcyon Daze' Documentary Teases a Look Inside the End of Disney's Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser.ign.com
[2] - Clark, T. (2023, February 6). The Galactic Starcruiser's Final Voyage: An Oral History.amcfarmer.com
[3] - Halcyon Daze.kickstarter.com. (n.d.). Retrieved March 28, 2023, from https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hallycondaze/halcyon-daze-the-final-voyages-of-disneys-star-wars-galactic-starcruiser
- The upcoming documentary, Halcyon Daze, promises to delve into the heart of the immersive experience of Disney's Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, offering insider testimonials from artists, cast, and fans.
- The filmmakers of Halcyon Daze have managed to amass over 100 hours of footage and have interviewed more than 50 individuals, including former passengers, cast members, and industry experts in immersive entertainment.
- The Halcyon Daze Kickstarter campaign stands at a proud $19,121, with the crew working tirelessly on a rough cut for submissions to film festivals this fall.
- If successful in securing funds beyond their initial goal of $50,000, the team behind Halcyon Daze may also utilize those funds for festival submissions, travel expenses, and additional features for backers.
