I may watch 1977 Star Wars. Haven’t really decided yet.
I can’t do it. I got out the DVD and put it in the on-deck circle (where it’s visible as the next thing I’m going to watch). I looked at it sitting there for over a week and put it away two days ago. I just can’t go backwards. I can’t bring myself to watch it.
It’s the GOUT, which is a huge F-you from Lucas to the original fans, and it’s (to me) an abridged version of the story. I made the switch to the NPR version years ago and I just can’t go back. I thought I could at least this once now that I’d seen how fantastic the Abrams film and new leads look to be, plus the original cast are back. I was wrong.
If Disney ever does the right thing and releases a proper version of the 1977 original and shows the film, actors, entire 77 crew, and the fans respect, I’ll buy it and watch it. Until then, I just can’t watch anything Lucas had a direct hand in making.
With that said: This week has been my personal Star Wars canon. The NPR version during my work commutes. I have about four hours left, which should take me up to Sunday morning. If I get antsy and listen while I’m working, I’ll go back and revisit a few of my favorite episodes.
Driving home yesterday (yes, I pulled over to take the picture).
