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#166515
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Help: looking for... Yellowbeard! (has anyone done a good transfer preservation?)
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This movie is on VHS (even so its a horrible transfer), its probebly not going to be released on DVD or any other format for some time (legal trouble).

This is also on laserdisk, can anyone upload onto usenet a good transfer of the amazing comedy classic?!

http://imdb.com/title/tt0086618/

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#163095
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The legendary "Starkiller Ranch" Thread
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/163095/action/topic#163095
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What I meant, you could do a flashback scene in AOTC, in TPM it would be confusing since the audience doesnt know who this new character.

It makes more sense for AOTC since it gives new light to this newly introduced character.

It may simpilfy, but viewers that see this new version first instead of watching the original will be confused, you do want to simplify the movie but to leave important details than your creating new problems.
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#162999
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The legendary "Starkiller Ranch" Thread
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/162999/action/topic#162999
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Its interesting to say the least, there has to be some fixing on isolating the sound, its more of a montage sequence like for promotional use than for. Maybe its just me, but I dont see whats the use of putting the death sequence and future sequences.

I just didnt understand its purpose, sorry. It seems it would be great for viewers that have already seen the movie but it would really confuse alot of people seeing it for the first time especially children. And since you dont have a shot of Anakin sleeping to make a good transition to this sequence its even more confusing whats going on.
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#162767
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The legendary "Starkiller Ranch" Thread
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/162767/action/topic#162767
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Here is a great quote from Christopher Lee from the Man with the Golden Gun

"That it is. But it remains the only true test for gentlemen. "

"What do they teach at that academy? Ballet dancing? " - a funny line that could be inserted into the duel

"That's no problem. "

"Not bad, not bad at all. But you're going to have to do better if you want to come into my money. "

"You see, Mr. Bond, I always thought I loved animals. Then I discovered that I enjoyed killing people even more. "

"Forget the girl, she's replaceable. Eventually, I shall find what she stole from me. Personally, I've got nothing against you, Mr. Bond, and to keep it that way, let us hope our paths never cross again. Please don't try to follow me."

"Wouldn't do that either, look behind you. Lower. "

"We are the best."

Interesting quote that Ian McDiarmid says in Dirty Rotten Scoundrals

"Welcome to Hell. "

and this is from Gorky Park

"Promise me I can have your face when the breath has left your body. "
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#162605
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The legendary "Starkiller Ranch" Thread
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/162605/action/topic#162605
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From ROTK

Saruman: You have fought many wars and slain many men, Theoden King, and made peace afterwards. Can we not take counsel together as we once did, my old friend? Can we not have peace, you and I?

Saruman: Gibbets and crows? Dotard! What do you want, Gandalf Greyhame? Let me guess. They Key of Orthanc. Or perhaps the Keys of Barad-dur itself, along with the crowns of the seven kings and the rods of the Five Wizards!

Saruman: So you have come here for information. I have some for you. Something festers in the heart of Middle-earth. Something that you have failed to see. But the Great Eye has seen it. Even now he presses his advantage. His attack will come soon. You're all going to die. But you know this, don't you, Gandalf? You cannot think that this Ranger will ever sit upon the throne of Gondor. This exile, crept from the shadows will never be crowned king. Gandalf does not hesitate to sacrifice those closest to him, those he professes to love. Tell me, what words of comfort did you give the Halfling, before you sent him to his doom? The path that you have set him on can only lead to death.

Saruman: Save your pity and your mercy. I have no use for it!

Saruman: Man of Rohan? What is the house of Rohan, but a thatched barn where brigands drink in the reek and their brats roll on the floor with the dogs? The victory at Helm's Deep does not belong to you, Theoden Horse-master. You are a lesser son of greater sires.

Saruman: Free? He will never be free.

Saruman: Get down, cur!

Saruman: You withdraw your guard, and I will tell you where your doom will be decided. I will not be held prisoner here.
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#162604
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The legendary "Starkiller Ranch" Thread
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/162604/action/topic#162604
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From Two Towers

Saruman: The world is changing. Who now has the strength to stand against the armies of Isengard and Mordor?

Saruman (v.o.): To stand against the might of Sauron and Saruman, and the union of the Two Towers? Together, my Lord Sauron, we shall rule this Middle-earth.

Saruman (v.o.): The old world will burn in the fires of industry. The forests will fall. A new order will rise. We will drive the machine of war with the sword and the spear and the iron fist of the Orc.

Saruman (v.o.): We have only to remove those who oppose us.Saruman (v.o.): We have only to
remove those who oppose us.

Saruman: I want them armed and ready to march within two weeks!

Saruman: Build a dam, block the stream, work the furnaces night and day.

Saruman: The Forest of Fangorn lies on our doorstep. Burn it.

Saruman: Swear it.

Saruman: The Horse-men took your lands. They drove your people into the hills, to scratch a living off rocks.

Saruman: Take back the lands they stole from you. Burn every village.

Saruman (v.o.): It will begin with the Rohan. Too long have these peasants stood against you, but no more.

Saruman (v.o.): Rohan, my lord, is ready to fall

Saruman: Gandalf the White. Gandalf the fool! Does he seek to humble me with his newfound piety?

Saruman: The Ring of Barahir. So Gandalf Grahame thinks he's found Isildur's heir, the lost King of Gondor. He is a fool. The line was broken years ago. It matters not. The world of Men shall fall. It will begin at Edoras.

Saruman: If the wall is breached, Helm's Deep will fall.

Saruman: Tens of thousands.

Saruman: But my lord, there is no such force!

Saruman: A new power is rising. Its victory is at hand. This night, the land will be stained with the blood of Rohan. March to Helm's Deep. Leave none alive. To war!! There will be no dawn for men.
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#162602
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The legendary "Starkiller Ranch" Thread
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/162602/action/topic#162602
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From Fellowship, man the dialogue is soooo much better than Star Wars

Saruman: Smoke rises from the mountain of Doom. The hour grows late and Gandalf the Grey rides to Isengard seeking my counsel. For that is why you have come, is it not...my old friend?

Saruman: You are sure of this?

Saruman: The Ring of Power has been found.

Saruman: Yet you did not have the wit to see it. Your love of the halfling’s leaf has clearly slowed your mind.

Saruman: Time?! What time do you think we have?

Saruman: Sauron has regained much of his former strength. He cannot yet take physical form, but his spirit has lost none of its potency. Concealed within his fortress, the Lord of Mordor sees all -- his gaze pierces cloud, shadow, earth and flesh. You know of what I speak, Gandalf -- a great Eye... lidless... wreathed in flame.

Saruman: I have seen it.

Saruman: Why? Why should we fear to use it?

Saruman: The hour is later than you think. Sauron's forces are already moving. The Nine have left Minas Morgul.

Saruman: They crossed the River Isen on Midsummer's Eve, disguised as riders in black.

Saruman: They will find the Ring... and kill the one who carries it.

Saruman: You did not seriously think that a hobbit could contend with the will of Sauron? There are none who can. Against the power of Mordor there can be no victory. We must join with him, Gandalf. We must join with Sauron. It would be wise, my friend.

Saruman: I gave you the chance of aiding me willingly. But you...have elected...the way of pain!

Saruman: The power of Isengard is at your command, Sauron, Lord of the Earth.

Saruman: We have work to do!

Saruman: Rip them all down.

Saruman: One ill turn deserves another. It is over! Embrace the power of the Ring... or embrace your own destruction!

Saruman: So you have chosen - death.

Saruman: So, Gandalf, you try to lead them over Caradhras. And if that fails, where then will you go? If the mountain defeats you will you risk a more dangerous road?

Saruman: Do you know how the Orcs first came into being? They were elves once, taken by the dark powers. Tortured and mutilated: a ruined and terrible form of life. Now...perfected: my fighting Uruk-Hai. Whom do you serve?

Saruman: Hunt them down. Do not stop until they are found. You do not know pain. You do not know fear. You will taste man flesh!

Saruman: One of the halflings carries something of great value. Bring them to me alive and unspoiled. Kill the
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#162377
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The legendary "Starkiller Ranch" Thread
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/162377/action/topic#162377
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Here is something interesting

http://www.theforce.net/swtc/preq/tpmcont.html

"Considering the wealth of Naboo, and its relative proximity to the sector containing Tatooine, what stopped Queen Amidala from dispatching her agents to purchase the freedom of Anakin's mother? What does this tell us about the political and economic situations on Naboo and Tatooine? Was Shmi sought, but impossible to find? Did Watto's trouble with Gardulla the Hutt after the podrace [Qui-Gon Jinn one-shot comic] affect Shmi's fate and isolation from Anakin's allies?"

Never thought about that, but that is strange. Lol, do we try to fix this problem too?
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#162346
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The legendary "Starkiller Ranch" Thread
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/162346/action/topic#162346
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Originally posted by: THX
Maul's arrival on Tatooine is unnecessary. He could appear first when he duels Qui-Gon on Tatooine.


Actually you need a scene or somehow convey what his purpose is, I dont remember any movies that work like heres the action now later well tell you why that happened, you have to explain on whats going on, or you'll just end up what we have now, confusion; but I think if you can somehow include that Grevious theme into his entrance or maybe some alternative it works wonderfully.

Just as GL envisoned star wars to be a music opera where the music tells the story alas his latest movies have gone away with this idea, but thats for another topic entirely.
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#162341
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The legendary "Starkiller Ranch" Thread
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/162341/action/topic#162341
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Wait, we have changed Maul's name to Grevious?

While I really like the dramatic scene of Maul's entrance with the music, it is better to understand what he is doing first, then to have an unknown scene first.

Should Star Wars movies really be more about thinking whats going on or enjoying the ride?

I personally think Maul's significance is enough for TPM, you can improve Grevious's image in ROTS.

While I'd love to have a Maul = Grevious connection without new entire scenes (CGI wise) its a pointless quest since it leeds to more problems that it fixes.

There are ALOT more problems with the star wars universe than this, but thats just me.

Like Jar-Jar, little Ani, Watto, Boss Nass, Genoisis creatures (the leader makes clicking noises and the audience speeks in cheering (human chants)), Sifo-Dias, Dooku, Sidious, there are many more problems than this.
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#162199
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The legendary "Starkiller Ranch" Thread
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/162199/action/topic#162199
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Its an interesting idea, but here are my comments, warning I may be hypocritical but only pointing out these faults for the better of the project:

One, very confused whats going on in the scene, need to see the dialogue or subtitles to really make a opinion on its dramatic/story telling significance.


Two, Maul looks like a standing dummy just crossing his hands. Is there any way you can use footage from the Maul sequence on Coroscant like his face or the angle of the shot, or the scene on Theeds when he is walking/talking to Sidious.

Three, why didnt you have any scenes of Maul speaking like "Tatooine is sparsely populated. If the trace was correct, I will find them quickly, master."

I really like the first one better mostly for the second scene, now thats perfect, no dialouge and the music works great with what Maul is doing, all menace and planning. A true music opera as GL envisioned as you dont need any words to convey whats going on.

Can you use any dialogue from the video games or novel audio recording?

Maybe since you dont want to show Sidious you can insert the line to end the conversation, "At last we will reveal ourselves to the Jedi. At last we will have revenge." or even cut it too, "At last we will reveal ourselves. At last we will have revenge."

Is this all rough cut or are people actually going to make new CGI scenes?


"Fear. Fear attracts the fearful. The strong. The weak. The innocent. The corrupt. Fear. Fear is my ally." you have to use that.

You can also create just dialogue with black background like in the beginning of Fellowship of the rings.