''Darth Vader's Psychic Hotline'' is a

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that made its debut on the

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on April 16, 2002, created by fans of the '' Star Wars'' franchise. It is a

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of '' Star Wars'' and

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-type psychic hotline infomercials, with

Darth Vader Darth Vader is a fictional character in the ''Star Wars'' franchise. The character is the central antagonist of the original trilogy and, as Anakin Skywalker, is one of the main protagonists in the prequel trilogy. ''Star Wars'' creator George ...

taking calls and giving advice to various '' Star Wars'' characters. While the film primarily spoofs the '' Star Wars'' universe in the format of an infomercial, there are several other notable targets, including subtle references to '' Star Trek'', ''

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'', ''

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'', '' Battlestar Galactica'', and ''

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''. The film also uses a similar concept as the television show ''

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'', where many of the guest callers are voiced by celebrities. This film features the voices of Kevin J. Anderson as

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as Princess Leia,

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as an Imperial officer, and

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. The film has played at many film festivals, and proven popular with '' Star Wars'' fans, winning several awards, including Best Visual Effects and a Special Award for Merit at the 2003 Dahlonega International Film Festival. It was the second runner-up for the Audience Choice Award in the Lucasfilm-sponsored 2002 Official Star Wars Fan Film Awards.

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List of film references

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'' * '' Battlestar Galactica'' * ''

'' * '' Star Trek'' * '' Star Wars''

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