olzen, I disagree. After looking at it closely, analyzing the dramatic structure, analyzing the way the film was put together, trying what was possible versus what was actually done, Lucas' "Menace" was an absolute disaster. He and his team dropped the ball in almost every way. It's a showcase of bad acting and missed opportunities. A textbook example of how NOT to make a film. Hence the reason we're trying to save this film from the fumbles of its own creator.

I always liked the idea of using "Duel of the Fates" for the title. But, it violates the "of the" rule.

And any titles that mention "The Prophecy" always make me think of that string of bad Christopher Walken movies from the 80's and 90's...

Adamwankenobi, it's not going to be named "The Phantom Menace", for obvious reasons. Furthermore, the elimination of Sidious in the film will make that title even less appropriate, unless it refers to something going on behind the scenes, which a first-time viewer might not understand.

Dangelus, your Vader clips sound awesome for a first attempt! I think they sound VERY close to the real thing. I'd keep tweaking it and see how close you can actually get. There's all kinds of JEJ dialogue out there too. The Lion King, Field of Dreams, The Sandlot, The Hunt For Red October, just to name a few. Not sure if they have any usable dialogue, but you never know.

And Trooperman, I just noticed your earlier post. You must've been typing at the same time I was. I liked the long-rumored title "Balance" also, but like you said, it's already taken. I fear we're using too many ideas from MagFan's edit already, don't you think?

Lawrence of Arabia may be a possibility for the desert footage, if the age of the material isn't too obvious. I had a copy on DVD (the transfer wasn't really that great), but I finally traded it in. It was boring to the point of inducing nausea. The cinematic equivalent of watching paint dry. But hey, it's a classic. And Alec Guiness is always a delight to watch.

Trooperman, we'd love to hear your comments on ANYTHING at this point. You know that any involvement you can find time to offer this project is not only welcomed, but greatly appreciated.

--InfoDroid

P.S. - I dunno... Maybe Adam's right. Maybe it should be "The Phantom Menace".