Noriyoshi Ohrai (1935–2015) was one of the most influential Japanese illustrators of the 20th century. His name became forever linked to Star Wars when George Lucas selected him to create the international poster for The Empire Strikes Back in 1980, a work that brought him worldwide recognition.
"Hidari" stop motion feature film by Masashi Kawamura is still in the works.
Completion expected in 2029 (+ new preview at Cannes Film Market next month).