Marcia Lucas, the editor who shaped Star Wars, has died

Marcia Lucas, the editor of Star Wars and other influential films from the '70s, has died. She was 80 and is survived by her daughters, Amanda and Amy. She died of metastatic cancer on May 27. Her family released a statement following her death, saying, "Marcia was a force.

A true trailblazer for women in film and one of the most influential editors in cinematic history; she helped redefine what film editing could be and paved the way for generations of women who followed." Marcia Lucas was married to George Lucas between 1969 and 1983, and during that time played a pivotal role in the creation of the first Star Wars film.

She ensured the movie remained engaging to watch and easy to follow, and she established the editing style that subsequent Star Wars movies have built upon. She also edited Return of the Jedi before she and George Lucas divorced in 1983. Her work extended beyond the Star Wars franchise.

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