# Historic Star Wars Photography This 'If Star Wars Was Real' Collection Reimagines World War Images By Jordan M | Published 2011-03-02 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/if-star-wars-was-real-collection References: [randommization](http://randommization.com/2011/02/27/imagining-the-world-war-if-star-wars-was-real/) & [nirahlee](http://www.nirahlee.com/iswwr/index.php) Few cultural icons are more pervasive or as far-reaching than the Star Wars franchise, and this humorous 'If Star Wars Was Real' collection is a perfect example of how its influence continues to be felt across the spectrum. Featuring iconic Star Wars characters and machinery expertly blended with real World War II images, this 'If Star Wars Was Real' collection imagines a very different war than you might remember from your school textbooks. From AT-AT's marching onto beach-fronts, or Tie-Fighters hot on the heels of RCA fighter planes, this assortment of photos is as mischievous as it is amusing. What is particularly poignant about this 'If Star Wars Was Real' collection is the way in which it seamlessly blends two popular but disparate pop-culture themes into an altogether new creation. By combining Star Wars and World War II imagery, it creates a new genre that is more than merely the sum of its parts. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Humor](https://www.trendhunter.com/humor) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Blended Pop-culture Imagery:** Exploring the integration of two popular but disparate themes to create new and unique artistic creations. - **Humorous Reimagining:** Using humor to reimagine historical events or cultural icons in a playful and creative way. - **Merging Fiction with Reality:** Blending fictional elements with real-world settings or events to create imaginative and thought-provoking compositions. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Photography:** Opportunity for artists and photographers to experiment with combining different pop-culture elements to create visually striking and engaging artworks. - **Entertainment and Media:** Possibility for filmmakers, writers, and content creators to explore the comedic potential of blending fictional universes with historical events or cultural references. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Chance for brands to leverage the popularity and nostalgia of iconic franchises like Star Wars to create innovative and attention-grabbing campaigns that resonate with a wide audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sci-Fi Franchise-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-collection-2.md) - [Desert Planet Sci-Fi Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sands-of-tatooine-collection.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ray-ban-star-wars.md) - [Dark Sci-Fi Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darc-sport.md) - [Collectible Sci-Fi Coins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-coins.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-2.md) - [Sci-Fi Film-Inspired Custom Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lucasfilm.md) - [Sci-Fi-Honoring Toy Puzzle Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/force-of-creativity.md) - [Holiday Collector’s Puzzle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingerbread-atat.md)