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#99444
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Idea & Info: a Dune Fan Edit thread...
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/99444/action/topic#99444
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Further news from TheDigitalBits.com


Next, we've followed up with our Universal sources and have now been told that director David Lynch's participation in the Dune: Extended Edition isn't a done deal yet. It IS the reason the title was delayed, but the details about Lynch's involvement are apparently still in discussion. So we're going to suggest that our previous post is best considered Rumor Mill-worthy for the time being, until things are more official. We've amended the earlier post accordingly. I don't want to get anyone's hopes too high, but I have to tell you mine are pretty well into the stratosphere at the moment. Let's all cross our fingers on this one, because Lynch's Dune ranks right up there with Ridley Scott's Blade Runner at the top of the list of films that most deserve revisiting by their directors on DVD. We'll keep you posted.


So we wait...
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#99303
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Star Wars: Deleted Magic (Released)
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/99303/action/topic#99303
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Actually, my real question is that I'm a bit unclear.

What are going to be the differences between your current version of DM and your final (or next) version?

Can't wait to see this, but I'd rather not watch another work in progress. I get mad enough at movie companies for their re-re-re-releases.

Also, rewatching the first 'cut' from the DM website I was reminded that some of the subtitles were on the screen too briefly, has that been fixed?
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#99285
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Idea & Info: a Dune Fan Edit thread...
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/99285/action/topic#99285
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Talked yourself into it eh? I thought we were all talked out of it.

I'd at least wait to see what Lynch does, he may yet redeem the film. If nothing else we might see more footage in 16x9 and maybe some new/cleaned up effects shots.

I know Amazon does list a previously released 2 disc Theatrical/S.E. DVD as an import (probably Pan and Scan) if you're determined.
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#98155
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<strong>The Cowclops Transfers (a.k.a. the PCM audio DVD's, Row47 set) Info and Feedback Thread</strong> (Released)
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/98155/action/topic#98155
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Originally posted by: Cowclops
Actually, I'm doing the menus now, and I like them. They will have "fmv window" style chapter select screens, and will generally work like a professional DVD even if the animation isn't quite as cool as say, the Lord of the Rings dvds, it will nonetheless not be static junk with text that looks like it was scribbled in poop by a 3 year old. I'm about halfway done with the menus for A New Hope.


Excuse me, I think I just drooled on my keyboard.
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#97852
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Idea &amp; Info: a Dune Fan Edit thread...
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/97852/action/topic#97852
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Honestly I've always liked David Lynch's version (preferred in the Smithee form), until I read the books. Then I had real problems with it.

The Sci-Fi channel miniseries IS close to my hearts, I have the expanded version on DVD and have seen it many times.
My real problems with it are:
The painted back drops make it look like a stage production.
Fayd will ALWAY be Sting to me.
It doesn't have Patrick Stewart, Dean Stockwell, Kyle MacLchlan or that score by Toto, need I go on?
No face masks or anything on the stillsuits (is that a nitpick?)
Ok, and Paul was never called Ussle (sp?)

I thought the Miniseries did a great job visually on the whole, with nice effects (compared to the dated original), and was excellent for sticking with the story.

The real bummer was I felt the follow up series was soft. I can understand cast changes, but I couldn't handle costume and effects changes, you need to keep uniformity.

So neither is perfect and I do love both versions for their own strengths.

Anyway, the point is really that David Lynch isn't bothering to do the much needed work on his movie. With an estimated 4-5 hour original run time, you KNOW he meant to do more if he hadn't got turned off to the project.
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#97710
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<strong>The Cowclops Transfers (a.k.a. the PCM audio DVD's, Row47 set) Info and Feedback Thread</strong> (Released)
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/97710/action/topic#97710
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Originally posted by: tellan
cowclops, how does one go about obtaining copies of your new version? sorry for sounding dim but I can't quite figure out if you've actually finished this yet or you are still ongoing and nearly done. I can reimburse you to cover postage costs etc as necessary.


I think that's the question on everyone's mind... is there an ETA?

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#97631
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Idea &amp; Info: a Dune Fan Edit thread...
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/97631/action/topic#97631
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Originally set with a May 10th release date, a U.S. release (depending on the source either 2 disc or DVD18) with both the theatrical and the extended versions
Dune Extended Edition (@ Amazon) is in the works.

Anamorphic, DD (some sources say DTS as well), Never-before-seen footage of the film including fight scenes and an alternate ending.

That's just a trove for an editor...
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#97580
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Idea &amp; Info: a Dune Fan Edit thread...
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/97580/action/topic#97580
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Actually, I rewatched an old VHS from SciFi channel of this yesterday (Alan Smithee version). I didn't realize how integrated the stupid Weirding module is, and killing with a word and all that crap.

It would damn hard to pull off the epic battle scenes since all the Fremen are using them.

Ok, maybe I'll just try to make myself like the Sci-Fi channel miniseries a bit more.
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#97374
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Lucas to rerelease Star Wars films in 3D
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/97374/action/topic#97374
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Apparently you haven't seen Dial M for Murder, one of Hitchcock's best films. It stars the lovely Grace Kelly and is availble now from Warner Home Video. I suggest you check it out before you go around saying things like that.


That's one out of how many 3d movies? I'd call that a fluke.

Also, I recommend DVD shopping. They DO sell DVDs with 3d on them and cheap 3d glasses.
We can only hope he intends to use a GOOD 3d technology not the R/B glasses.

You know, I'm out of this thread. But if you have to ask the question "What's wrong with Star Wars in 3d", you're probably in the wrong forums...
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#97370
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Idea &amp; Info: a Dune Fan Edit thread...
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/97370/action/topic#97370
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I just have to put this out there.

George Lucas won’t stop messing with Star Wars, and yet we can’t get David Lynch to go near his flawed Dune movie that has the possibility of repair.

Originally coming in May (now on hold) is a dvd set of the theatrical release, the ‘Alan Smithee’ version, and extras of including a bunch additional deleted scenes.
Anamorphic, Dolby Digital.

If anything is begging a fan edit by jamming all 3 of the above together, yanking out all references to “Weirding Modules”, and a few other touch ups (CG fix of missing blue eyes? Re-edited prologue?).

Sigh I can dream.
Heck I’ll go one more than that, anyone knowledgeable, and with full intention of making a fan edit like this, I’ll buy the DVD set for (if and when it comes out).

I now return you to your regularly scheduled Star Wars discussions…

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#97367
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Lucas to rerelease Star Wars films in 3D
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/97367/action/topic#97367
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What's important here is that the movies were never filmed in 3d.

That means 100% digital creation of 3d.

There's no way that's going to be the only think he touches if all CG work and effects are going to have to be done again from the ground up.

Besides, for got sakes why? 3d movies have never been anything more than a novelty at best in its hayday. It's not something that was actually done on GOOD movies. Let alone after the fact.

It's just a further sign on insanity and strip mining of a classic by a man who no longer has any talent left.

Up next: all actors will be replaced by CG characters...

If he hates the original trilogy that much, why doesn't he scrap it and just do a remake with new actors? There has to be more profit in that for him and he could make any changes he wants from the beginning.
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#97290
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Lucas to rerelease Star Wars films in 3D
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/97290/action/topic#97290
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Acording to thedigitalbits.com:

Some interesting news for you Star Wars fans today. Remember how we said (on Tuesday) that James Cameron and George Lucas were going to be part of a digital 3-D projection presentation at ShoWest this week? Well, it happened yesterday. Joseph Kleiman of the World Enteractive was there and posted a report on his site. Joining Cameron and Lucas on stage were filmmakers Robert Zemeckis, Robert Rodriguez and Randall Kleiser, along with Doug Darrow, Business Development Manager for TI DLP Cinema. During the presentation, Lucas announced his plans to re-release the Star Wars Trilogy in 3-D for the original film's 30th anniversary in 2007.


Seems to be true. Would someone PLEASE take these movies away from this crazy man?
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#95223
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.: The Zion DVD Project :. (Released)
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/95223/action/topic#95223
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MeBeJedi Sez:
But they are images created from a txt file. I've not seen a program that can create non-text subtitle-like images, such as the "rabbit" from the Matrix DVD, or the familiar "MST2000" outlines (I forget what DVD that was on.) If such a program exists, that would be great!


You're probably thinking about the Ghostbusters DVD. Good commentary.
Though even better and more over the top was Brother Bear. Bad movie, great commentary. Tuke and Rut (animated moose silhouettes anyway) with Rick Moranis & Dave Thomas commenting throughout the film like MST3k meets the McKenzie brothers.

Guess that was off subject, but software that does that sort of think WOULD be awesome.