^I thought it was the only time in all three movies they actually managed to hit anything. Definitely not SWAT tactics but it's nice to know that once upon a time Obi-Wan was correct: "Only Imperial stormtroopers are so precise."
While I tease, I too am watching this edit with interest and truly appreciate your approach. I'd be interested in seeing how you tighten that scene up.
The tightened up Tantive boarding scene:
BTW, any ideas how to handle the Tarkin-Leia dialog?
"Governor Tarkin. I should have expected to find you holding Vader's leash. I recognized your foul stench when I was brought on board."
It is quite hard to re-cut this, as Leia speaks fast. A good cut is after the "Governor Tarkin" directly to "I recognized...", but then there is a continuity issue with Vader's position...
I always got the impression that Leia was just ignorant of the real power dynamics in the Empire. Vader is clearly working for somebody, but nobody really knows that the Emperor is a crazy evil wizard, so they pin it on Tarkin and lower-level types.
Looks good, and does make them appear more overwhelming. I'm surprised how such minor changes could make them appear overwhelming quickly, like the Zerg in Starcraft.
A test video of Leia and Tarkin: http://vimeo.com/33366168
Not perfect, but I think it works quite well.
Nice videos recently! The tightened Tantive scene is pretty great; I love how overwhelming the Empire seems. The video of Leia and Tarkin is a noticeable edit but I think it IS definitely better than leaving the "Vader's leash" line, considering the purpose of the edit.
Yes, it is noticeable and I am not totally satisfied with it, but for now I will leave it like this, unless I (or someone else) comes up with a better (but still doable) idea. In any case, the "Vader's leash" line MUST GO.
Long time without an update.
I've finally completed the torture droid scene. It's not 100%, as the tracking of the mask is a bit off, so that the cell door appears to wobble a bit, but other than that it is as I intended. NO PROBE! Vader enters and tells Leia that they will discuss the location of the plans, Leia looks towards the door and the door closes.
I will fix the door mask tracking problem later, currently I want to move on to other scenes. I'll post the new video clip soon.
Joshua_Blue said:
Long time without an update.
I've finally completed the torture droid scene. It's not 100%, as the tracking of the mask is a bit off, so that the cell door appears to wobble a bit, but other than that it is as I intended. NO PROBE! Vader enters and tells Leia that they will discuss the location of the plans, Leia looks towards the door and the door closes.
I will fix the door mask tracking problem later, currently I want to move on to other scenes. I'll post the new video clip soon.
Hi, first time posting in this thread. I just want to say that this is one of those "why didn't I think of this idea" type of ideas! Though Vader DID use machinery to torture Han in ESB, Vader himself could be a torture device if he wanted. Nice idea and I'm looking forward to seeing how it turns out.
“Lifes a song you don’t get to rehearse, and every single verse can make it that much worse”
Yes, so am I. This edit has fairly modest goals in mind, and yet it can really change the nature of the whole film and I'm looking forward to it.
I just want to add that beside making Vader a stronger character, I will also try to:
Here is the video. http://vimeo.com/35644118
Ignore the wobbling door, I just wanted to show the structure of the changed scene. I am already redoing the scene to make the probe removal 100% accurate.
Nice work removing the droid! However the way it stands now, it lacks some of the emotional impact of the original, given that she seems completely unconcerned that Vader is about to torture her. I would instead insert a short version of her scared face (I don't think it's obvious that she's not looking right at Vader), and then cut to the closing door. Make sure you keep some scary sounding music.
Well, I wouldn't say she looks totally unconcerned. She does look at the door as it closes with something in her mind, but yes, a bit more frightened face would work better! I'll see how using the scared Leia scene works here.
You're doing a good job. Keep it up!
This looks good, but Leia's reaction seems weird. Could you try reversing Leia's reaction shot so that she looks from the door to Vader?
You know of the rebellion against the Empire?
You know you could get the effect of making Vader stronger in the conference sequence and keep the whole line by interrupting it.
VADER CHOKES MOTTI.
TARKIN : Vader!
VADER CONTINUES TO CHOKE MOTTI.
TARKIN : Vader, release him!
VADER : As you wish.
VADER STOPS CHOKING MOTTI.
That way Vader makes it clear that he could if he want carry on but choses to defer to Tarkin on his own terms.
Joshua_Blue said:
Here is the video. http://vimeo.com/35644118
Ignore the wobbling door, I just wanted to show the structure of the changed scene. I am already redoing the scene to make the probe removal 100% accurate.
In space no one can hear you scream... "RAPE!!! INCESTUOUS RAPE!!"
Certainly more creepy than the original...
^^Good idea!
Also, I know it's in crummy shape, but I was watching the Vader/Bast deleted scene, and if there was a way to incorporate it with a good Vader impersonation, it would really strengthen Vader and Bast while simultaneously weakening Tarkin. I honestly like the idea of the dissension in the ranks...it adds to the political flavor and shows a lack of faith in the foolish Grand Moff, thus leaving more room for other ambitious sorts, such as Darth Vader.
Actually a few muffled screams would make that even nastier.
I wouldn't know where the best place to source them would be.
Some horror film I presume.
Oops, I was actually referring to your comment, Bingo, but didn't realize ray-afraid beat me to the punch when making the next comment. I'll fix it.
darth_ender said:
Oops, I was actually referring to your comment, Bingo, but didn't realize ray-afraid beat me to the punch when making the next comment. I'll fix it.
Haha! I almost said something about this myself. Sorry to cause any confusion!
Yeah, I think such a version might not be worthy of a PG rating any longer ;)
As Darth_ender said, it is not obvious that Leia's not looking right at Vader during here scared face-scene. I tried it and looks much better. No I just need to make the probe removal up to standards.