 Traditionally when one of his films is about to open,  George Lucas (qv) goes on holiday to get away from all the hoopla.  As _Star Wars (1977)_ (qv) was just about to open, Lucas went to  Hawaii where he was joined by Steven Spielberg (I) (qv). When the  grosses for Lucass film came in, and it was clear that his movie  was going to be a hit, Lucas relaxed and was able to discuss other  topics with his friend. It was at this point that Spielberg  confessed he always wanted to direct a James Bond film, to which  Lucas told him he had a much better idea 