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Let's not forget about the first editor of ANH, whom George fired because he didn't want to edit the film George's way. Apparently, that guy thought ANH was his film.
Haha, that's right. I forgot about that guy.
I don't mean to sound like a drag. I want the original vision released just like the next guy. But let's make sure we keep everything in context here. George has the right as an owner and artist to change the films all he wants. As fans, we have the right to want the original vision on DVD as well. However, these new DVDs are FUN to watch. Boycotting them isn't going to change anything, unfortunately (as you can tell by the first day numbers). Should we give up the fight? No. But atleast give the DVDs a rent. 85%-95% of the films you remember are there, in wonderful color and sound. ESB is almost flawless, with the few minor changes of the SE.
This is what George wants, and I respect that. I think by showing him respect, and not showing up at conventions & yelling at him, or sending him hate mail, or coming up with conspiracy theories, is the best way to ever get through to him. Never lose sight of the fact that without Lucas, you wouldn't have these films to bitch about.