In 1983, the eagerly awaited third film of the “Star Wars” cinema saga shapes up as much a potential blockbuster in merchandising and promotional tie-ins as it is expected to be at the box office. Two major packaged goods marketers – Coca-Cola and Procter & Gamble – and a fast-food chain – Burger King – plan national promotions tied to the $35 million production of “Star … [Read more...] about ‘Jedi’ Unleashes Merchandise Blitz
