Any further work on this one? It seems promising!
I was reflecting on it a little today, and only have a few suggestions.
I like how Spence edited the moment when Ben first recalls Padme, removing the “she died a long time ago” line in particular. (Yes, for continuity with my Ep3 edit as well as ROTJ sorta.)
I’d suggest having the pre-title card sequence be the flashback sparring match.
And I’d suggest keeping the Palpatine scene, given what a sweet runtime this thing has.
I plan to watch the workprint in full soon, and will jot down my thoughts.
I haven’t had the time to sit and make those edits yet, sadly; the time I got to put this cut together in the first place was a bit of an unexpected bonus.
I’m not opposed to what you’ve suggested, though I do have the flashback where it is for pacing reasons - when I didn’t have it there, getting Obi-Wan from Mapuzo to Jabiim gave me the choice between being rushed or being boring.
I’m on the fence about the Palpatine scene. Like I said, I like it, but I wonder if the final image of Vader after the duel is an overall better place to leave him. I’ll definitely cut the shot of Vader Just Sitting There Menacingly While Music Plays if I do keep it, though.
And thank you! I’ll be keen to read your thoughts if/when you get the chance.