OT: Leni Riefenstahl and George Lucas?

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Lucas once referred to his liberal views in a comparison of fascism. I guess he meant it. You have to admit though, the Empire does seem a lot like Nazi Germany in many ways and I think that added to the flavor and depth of the movies. A fascist militaristic government with tons of cool military gear spread throughout an entire galaxy with bases and troops just about every where. It sparks ones imagination in a very unique way.