Director Irvin Kershner's relationship with George Lucas dates back to when Kershner taught at the famed USC School of Cinematic Arts and Lucas was one of his students. When approached to direct the first "Star Wars" sequel, Kershner initially turned it down. Here's how George Lucas persuaded him to take on the challenge.
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