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Post: #118262
Topic: George and, Hayden interview
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/118262/action/topic#118262
Time: 24-Jun-2005 9:07 PM

Yeah. How does George get so damned lucky? My guess is that, if a tough interview does come along, Rick McCallum comes around later, kills the interviewer, hides the body, takes the tape, and destroys it, so no one will know the interview ever took place.

Post: #118237
Topic: Special Edition spoofery...
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/118237/action/topic#118237
Time: 24-Jun-2005 7:44 PM

Hehe, I saw that one. It was awesome! Definite nod to all the crazies out there trying to "improve" their movies.

Post: #118195
Topic: CGI Yoda for TPM
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/118195/action/topic#118195
Time: 24-Jun-2005 3:19 PM

Thanks... But weren't you the one who complained in another thread about not posting if you didn't have anything constructive to say...?

Post: #118166
Topic: CGI Yoda for TPM
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/118166/action/topic#118166
Time: 24-Jun-2005 11:21 AM

I was waiting for an answer to this, too. I only have the original VHS release, so what was removed from the DVD?

Post: #118165
Topic: George Lucas says that the original versions of SW will probably be released on DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/118165/action/topic#118165
Time: 24-Jun-2005 11:18 AM

Don't get me wrong. I still think Lucas needs great amounts of therapy, but don't you think we could do better than "LucASS"?

Post: #118135
Topic: George Lucas says that the original versions of SW will probably be released on DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/118135/action/topic#118135
Time: 24-Jun-2005 9:40 AM

I have to agree with Shimraa solely because the term LucASS is just starting to get really annoying.

Post: #118105
Topic: So why Define STAR WARS as OT OR PT?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/118105/action/topic#118105
Time: 24-Jun-2005 8:32 AM

Yeah, he would have. It just seemed kinda obvious. One can always dream.

Post: #118104
Topic: Lightsaber colourization
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/118104/action/topic#118104
Time: 24-Jun-2005 8:27 AM

And as for the blue saber in the Return of the Jedi trailer, that was just a rush job to, most likely, keep from ruining the surprise of Luke's new lightsaber.

Post: #118101
Topic: So why Define STAR WARS as OT OR PT?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/118101/action/topic#118101
Time: 24-Jun-2005 8:22 AM

Well, yeah...

Post: #118009
Topic: The Prequels - my personal opinion
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/118009/action/topic#118009
Time: 23-Jun-2005 8:49 PM

I'm about the same age as you, Damon (19), so I can kind of relate to the ages you were when you saw the original trilogy as well as the prequel trilogy. In some senses, I agree with you that the prequels are underrated. The overall story they tell is a good one, and those three movies do have some good points to them. I think it's the execution that's flawed. I think about the story and am captivated by it. It's when I start thinking about certain specific moments that it doesn't come across as impressive, whether it be bad dialogue, bad acting, or too much CG. I was 13 when Phantom Menace came out. I bought my tickets far in advance for it. And I enjoyed it somewhat. I knew it wasn't as good as the originals, but I was along for the ride. I bought it as soon as it came out on tape (it's the only Star Wars movie I don't currently own on DVD... except for the O-OT... grr...). I was 16 when Attack of the Clones was released, and I enjoyed it much more. The Phantom Menace seemed miles away from the backstory that was talked about originally with the Qui-Gons and the Jar-Jars and this happy little Anakin. It seemed to be related to the originals by name only. So I liked Attack of the Clones more because it seemed a little closer to what I'd imagined. I finally got to see the Clone Wars, which I'd always wondered about. Obi-Wan seemed more like Obi-Wan. There was some occasional Anakin anger. I was even able to relate to the Anakin/Padme romance thing (although I'm ashamed to admit it). I hated the CG Yoda, but, eh, we can't have it all. I got that on DVD the night it was released. And now I'm 19 and Revenge of the Sith is out. And, maybe it's because I'm older, and maybe it's because I'm now a Theatre major and can point out bad acting and am interested in film enough to know when something's not handled as well as it could be. The prequels were never my favorite, but I don't like them even as much as I used to. I thought Revenge of the Sith was the best of the prequels, but, the second time I watched it, I laughed at so many parts that I probably wasn't supposed to. I know I'll get that DVD when it comes out, and I know I'll watch the prequels at some other point in time and enjoy them, but, eh, they'll still make me laugh when they're not supposed to. All I really care about now is for Lucas to get his head out of the ground and release the original original trilogy like we want him to!

Post: #117374
Topic: Most Powerful Quote in all the Star Wars films.
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/117374/action/topic#117374
Time: 21-Jun-2005 7:49 PM

Yeah, when I heard that on Empire of Dreams, I thought, "Why did they cut that out?!" I loved that!

...But if you're listening, George, that doesn't mean I want you to add it to the movie next time you decide to start screwing around with the films!!!

Post: #117258
Topic: 12+ hour Star Wars Saga Marathon?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/117258/action/topic#117258
Time: 21-Jun-2005 2:19 PM

I would probably watch it once in a while in numerical order, just to see how it worked, but I'd usually watch it 4-6, 1-3.

Post: #117218
Topic: Anyone willing to share the Making/Behind the Scenes of the Star Wars Radio Dramas?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/117218/action/topic#117218
Time: 21-Jun-2005 11:40 AM

That description of the first Star Wars radio drama says that it explains how R2-D2 and C-3PO first met. Does anybody have any details on that?

Post: #117153
Topic: how long does it take to train a jedi?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/117153/action/topic#117153
Time: 21-Jun-2005 8:17 AM

I have to admit that that's the one thing that bugs me about Empire (except wondering why Chewie was allowed to take Threepio into the cell with him) is the timeframe. It doesn't seem like it would take Han and the others very long to do what they did (even if Vader was so intent on capturing them, I don't know if he'd spend a whole year just sending out TIE bombers around the area), but Luke would have had to have spent more than two days on Dagobah. I have to compromise and say that it was probably several weeks, the big time gap occurring in between "That is why you fail" and "I saw a city in the clouds." That was also about the time the Falcon started its journey to Bespin, and we don't know how long that took. And it was in between those two incidents that Luke changed from questioning Yoda and failing everything to becoming seemingly more mature (even though he dropped Artoo).

Post: #117150
Topic: George Lucas says that the original versions of SW will probably be released on DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/117150/action/topic#117150
Time: 21-Jun-2005 8:06 AM

Well, if he does release it, as long as it's a fairly decent print in widescreen that hasn't been touched by his special edition-ing hands, I'll be happy enough to quit complaining.

Post: #117032
Topic: So why Define STAR WARS as OT OR PT?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/117032/action/topic#117032
Time: 20-Jun-2005 8:01 PM

Well, at least I know I can call myself a fan by my own definition and sleep soundly at night! ^_~

Post: #116859
Topic: Info: Who Would Buy this ... THING for $129!
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/116859/action/topic#116859
Time: 20-Jun-2005 9:53 AM

Well, the nose looks okay, I guess... alright, I'll admit it, it looks like Chewbacca flew a little too close to the sun!

Post: #116848
Topic: One question to ask George?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/116848/action/topic#116848
Time: 20-Jun-2005 9:06 AM

Well, since Simon and ricarleite are already asking the questions I want answere, that leaves me with asking, "Why did you remove Luke's scream in Empire when it was clearly your original vision to have him do it in '97, and was it not technologically impossible to have Mark Hammil scream in 1980, or was evil Irvin Kirshner just screwing you up the ass by not letting Mark scream?" Okay, I guess that was two questions, and I guess I'd ask it more nicely if I was actually in front of him. ^_^

Post: #116816
Topic: Why such hate on the OT DVD set?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/116816/action/topic#116816
Time: 20-Jun-2005 8:11 AM

Hmm, haven't heard anything back from Tony in a while...

Post: #116716
Topic: Why Direct?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/116716/action/topic#116716
Time: 19-Jun-2005 9:26 PM

Yeah, like his true vision for the Jedi and Sith are only available at this guy's website...

Post: #116711
Topic: Why Direct?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/116711/action/topic#116711
Time: 19-Jun-2005 8:43 PM

I have the feeling that I have been, as they say on that accursed MTV, punk'd...

Post: #116710
Topic: Why Direct?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/116710/action/topic#116710
Time: 19-Jun-2005 8:32 PM

Hold on. Are these interviews for real? I have a hard time believing that even Lucas would say:

"Let’s be honest. No one has the necessary genius to duplicate my vision for the films."

Post: #116709
Topic: Why Direct?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/116709/action/topic#116709
Time: 19-Jun-2005 8:30 PM

Wow, that's very interesting. Thanks. I liked this question and answer, though:

Concerning Knights of the Old Republic 1 and 2 video games for PC and Xbox, how involved were you in the production or contribution? I personally felt the story/plot in Knights of the Old Republic was brilliant. Star Wars has been your gift to modern culture. Thank you Mr. Lucas and I wish you many years of health and happiness.

George Lucas: I don’t have any hand in crafting the plot lines for the Star Wars video games. I can’t micro-manage every aspect of Star Wars. I’ve hired good people who can create entertaining games for the public. If you think the video-game plot lines are inferior to the films, then you are not alone. The video games will never equal what I can do with the films.

How pompous can you get?! Did he even read the question? The guy says he loves the story for KotOR, and George turns around and says, "Yeah, I know it sucks. My stories are better than that!" I laughed my ass off on that one.

Post: #116706
Topic: Why Direct?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/116706/action/topic#116706
Time: 19-Jun-2005 7:37 PM

Yeah, I figured that was pretty much the reason. But I wondered if there were any public statements as to why he decided to. I'm sure he wouldn't say that to the press, but we all know it's true. ^_~

Post: #116658
Topic: So why Define STAR WARS as OT OR PT?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/116658/action/topic#116658
Time: 19-Jun-2005 3:59 PM

Once again, I'm with Darth Simon. Heh, and I'm glad someone noticed!

And to top off what he said about scenes being cut from films, sometimes the most creative ideas come from not being able to do everything a director wants to do. I am a huge Back to the Future fan as well (which will, thankfully, never have a director's cut/special edition), and that movie originally ended with Doc and Marty having to go to a nuclear test site in Nevada to have a nuclear bomb power the time machine to get back to 1985. But budget forced them to shoot that scene on the back lot. After much thinking, Zemeckis and Gale finally came up with the now-legendary clock tower/lightning bolt sequence that they admit was much better than what the nuclear test site idea could have been. But I have a feeling that if George had made that movie, after he had become successful, he would have gone back in and redone it that way because he didn't have the time, money, or technology to make it that way back then. Digital technology and complete control over movies is good for directors because it allows their imagination to come through unaltered. But at the same time, it's sad because it doesn't allow them to come up with creative solutions to problems anymore, which may turn out better than if they hadn't had any inhibitions.