This Friday, August 8 marks the halfway point of principal photography for Episode III, and production continues at a brisk schedule. Many of the supporting cast members have completed their summer commitment on the film, and have departed from Sydney to move onto other projects. Additional shooting with some of these performers is scheduled for next year.

As Hyperspace members already know, Samuel L. Jackson completed his shooting as Mace Windu, and Ahmed Best has finished as Jar Jar Binks. Also done are Jimmy Smits as Bail Organa, and Christopher Lee as Count Dooku. Completing their roles as Senators are Kee Chan, Rena Owen, Genevieve O'Reilly, Christopher Kirby and Warren Owens. Rebecca Jackson Mendoza has also completed her part. Peter Mayhew has finished his costume tests, and has returned to the United States. He will shoot his scenes as Chewbacca next year.

Next week, Natalie Portman, Anthony Daniels and Jay Laga'aia complete their work.

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