Jambe Davdar

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Post: #268948
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268948/action/topic#268948
Time: 31-Jan-2007 1:46 PM

There are other alternates such as the ewok battle and Vader's funeral pyre - did you decide against including those for space reasons?

I did think about it but the Ewok Battle is a symphonic suite and not designed to fit the footage. I then decided just to go with the "The Return of the Jedi" alternate track as I felt this one was the most striking.

Superb work boon!

JD

Post: #268934
Topic: Lost Prequel Ideas
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268934/action/topic#268934
Time: 31-Jan-2007 12:11 PM

I really liked the article "Looking Back to the Future of Star Wars." Not of This Earth Summer 1994 Special by John L Flynn. In it he theorises on what the prequels might contain. He makes some clever connections and some interesting points. To me his ideas felt much more 'Star Wars' than Lucas's eventual efforts.

Read it here

Post: #268932
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268932/action/topic#268932
Time: 31-Jan-2007 12:00 PM

Glad you liked it zaz_fan!

Did anyone like the Alternate Sail Barge Music sequence which I re-edited to fit the music?

Post: #268910
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268910/action/topic#268910
Time: 31-Jan-2007 10:24 AM

Andy, I did see you original post about your problems. Sorry, I don't have an answer for you. I have only ever created DVDs using DVD Studio Pro. Perhaps someone else would be kind enough to help you in the 'how to' forum.

Post: #268872
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268872/action/topic#268872
Time: 31-Jan-2007 2:25 AM

Im sure there's a mistake on it, but JD always points them out to me lol

Can one "collaborate from many sources"?

I guess you can "collate from many sources".

And, I LOVE the cover!

Post: #268657
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268657/action/topic#268657
Time: 30-Jan-2007 4:32 AM

Blimey! I got to bed one night and then wake up in the morning to see another page on the thread with another review, a SUPERB cover and nearly completed NTSC version. WOW. Kudos to you all. You are all fantastic. Daveytod, you are always welcome to buy me a pint!

Sky - you do great cover designs my friend. I am so glad to see you do a 'RTJ' one. I did indeed use your 'BE' for my own copy. Just one thing, that link to your 'BE' covers is wrong. It shows the 'Building Empire Strikes Back' covers that were later corrected to 'Building Empire'.

Boon, super fast work mate. I really appreciate you doing this. An NTSC version has opened up a whole new audience.

Cheers
JD

Post: #268603
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268603/action/topic#268603
Time: 29-Jan-2007 5:48 PM

Please read the FAQ on page 1 before asking any questions.

Post: #268566
Topic: 70 mm print of the Empire Strikes Back Differences
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268566/action/topic#268566
Time: 29-Jan-2007 1:01 PM

I believe it was indeed the 70mm mix in which MH does the "transport" line. You can hear it's him in the DVD release if my memory serves me correctly.

JD

Post: #268539
Topic: 70 mm print of the Empire Strikes Back Differences
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268539/action/topic#268539
Time: 29-Jan-2007 11:05 AM

No, the shot that wasn't in the 70mm (apparently) is when Luke is IN the bacta tank:

"The bacta tank scene starts on a close-up of Two-One-Bee and pans right to a closeup of Luke in the tank. It then cuts to FX-7 extending its arm to the tank. There is no cut to Leia, Han and Threepio observing."

Post: #268487
Topic: 70 mm print of the Empire Strikes Back Differences
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268487/action/topic#268487
Time: 29-Jan-2007 4:13 AM

Interesting finds guys.

After some research for 'Building Empire' I came to the conclusion that the Super 8 cut must have been taken from the 70mm version, due the apparent differences. Given that the Super 8mm release was clearly sometime after the theatrical release, it begs the question, why would they chose to use the 70mm print as a source? Perhaps they thought it offered the best image quality for the transfer needed. Does anyone know the release date of the Super 8mm release?*

I would love to see the airline print of TESB that is mentioned over at retrothing! I have contacted one of the guys there to see if he is willing to deal.

*EDIT - It seems the Ken Films Super 8mm versions were released on 1st June 1980. And there were 4, 8 and 17 minute versions. I wonder if any of these other releases hold any more clues. Link

This version with the play along tape may be different again. Anyone seen it before?**

** EDIT - I found this mention on another forum - "Curiously, in 1980, when Ken Films licensed THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK for home movie use, not only did they release two different 400' reels from the film, but offered a 200' reel that was in sound...yet came with a cassette of the soundtrack for those who did not have a sound projector. I recently tracked down this obscure item for the collection at home. (Yes, I still play with the old projector.)" - I wonder if the tape is from the 35mm or 70mm release?

I wonder if any of those 70mm film frames released in 1995 tell us any more? Ok, perhaps that one is a bit desperate.
EDIT - Actually I think this is the entire run.

I guess we will just have to wait and see if a pirate copy of TESB filmed from a 1980 70mm theatre run turns up.

JD

Post: #268477
Topic: Help looking for... Hollywood's Master Of Myth: Joseph Campbell, The Force Behind Star Wars
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268477/action/topic#268477
Time: 29-Jan-2007 2:18 AM

I knew it!

If the jitter isn't too frantic you could always plot a motion path to centre it up. Might be a pain to do though.

Post: #268476
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268476/action/topic#268476
Time: 29-Jan-2007 2:16 AM

Originally posted by: strangelove
Caught Luke's blue trailersaber in the deck fight, but I never saw that video clip of the hero prop before-- what's that from?

My favorite bits are the details that were right under my nose-- has that Hell's Angel stormtrooper really been there all along? Crazy.

Hell's Angel Stormtrooper???

As for the lightsaber prop footage. That was shot specifically for 'Returning to Jedi'. Surprised?

Thanks again to everyone whos taken the time to comment.

Post: #268425
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268425/action/topic#268425
Time: 28-Jan-2007 6:57 PM

I am not on the computer which has your email address. Sorry.

Post: #268423
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268423/action/topic#268423
Time: 28-Jan-2007 6:45 PM

Thanks oojason! I appreaciate the time you took to write that review. I am really glad you liked it.

Boon, sorry, I can't reply to PMs at the moment - inbox is too full. To answer your question - main menu.

JD

Post: #268406
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268406/action/topic#268406
Time: 28-Jan-2007 6:01 PM

Originally posted by: strangelove
Just watched it...

Spotted a couple of typos in the captions, but nothing to yell about. I think the only bits of trivia that could be added would be to identify the recycled Ep IV footage in the space battle and Death Star interiors.

I did think about mentioning the recycled footage but thought it kinda obvious and couldn't find any official confirmation on it. I tried to get the less obvious stuff in most cases. Thanks for your suggestion though.

There are always going to be bits that people think are worth improving (grateful if you could email me with the typos though - I only know of one). I would be just as grateful if you could let me know what you DO like too.

"Just watched it..." is my favourite review so far

Boon, I don't think anyone has uploaded it to Rapidshare yet. I think there was some confusion above.

Post: #268403
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268403/action/topic#268403
Time: 28-Jan-2007 5:56 PM

Originally posted by: h0rnytoad1
i tried dvdshrinking the DL to SL using the latest ifos on the 1st page, however, the text is troncated on the sides on my tv.
but its all there on computer.

The text is just within the safe area for 16:9 viewing.

Boon, good news on the NTSC version. Do you have the links to the rapidshare files?

JD

Post: #268389
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268389/action/topic#268389
Time: 28-Jan-2007 5:22 PM

Originally posted by: Harlock415
I'm running the conversion to SL through DVD Rebuilder now, so I won't know what the effect will be with the layer break bug. I'll see in a couple of hours. But how will the addition of these files effect those of us who are still seeding?

As far as I see it, and I am still learning, these replacement files should be used when you are burning a copy to DVD. If you copy them to the location from which you are seeding it may mess things up for people still downloading the torrent.

DarthSolo is going to add a link to the FIX files so that people can download it once that have completed the torrent download. Lets face it, it's still watchable without the fix. At least people now have the chance to fix it if they want to.

So to clarify: Only use the fix files when you have finished seeding, or just made a copy of the whole DVD and fix that one. That way you can continue to seed and get a fixed version for yourself.

I just want to thank everyone for their praise, input and creativity. Take a look at page one of this thread to see what I mean.

Good night and good luck.
JD

Post: #268384
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268384/action/topic#268384
Time: 28-Jan-2007 4:45 PM

Originally posted by: Darth Solo
The direct http address im after. Save directing people to the forums and having to look around for the link (not that thats a bad thing). It just would make it a little easier to put a direct link over there for some.

Ive just tried the update and......God damn, it works a charm.

Just right click and copy the link address mate.

I would rather you upload it to yousendit so that my webspace isn't bombarded.

Thanks
JD

Post: #268381
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268381/action/topic#268381
Time: 28-Jan-2007 4:24 PM

DarthSolo, the link is on the first page of the thread.

It's also here, just for you.

That's a great looking cover BTW!

Post: #268372
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268372/action/topic#268372
Time: 28-Jan-2007 3:13 PM

Actually I hear that Steve Sansweet may be watching 'BE' and 'RTJ' next week. Seriously.

BTW - I have added the FIX link to the first page of this thread.

Post: #268368
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268368/action/topic#268368
Time: 28-Jan-2007 2:58 PM

Originally posted by: Darth Solo
Jambe, a odd question just sprung to mind a while ago that i'd thought i'd throw at ya. Would you ever consider doing a fan documentary in the JDproductions style for the, er.........urm.......prequels(like ever, all things considered and someone will pay mega bucks for you to do so, like on their sort of say so, or just as a dare to see like if you are really talented enough to pull it off)?

Only for lots of money and access to the Lucasfilm archives. George, if you're listening, lets talk!

Post: #268367
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268367/action/topic#268367
Time: 28-Jan-2007 2:48 PM

Originally posted by: sunday256
The fix for the jump at chapter to 23 to 24 now works properly. In Media Player it's smooth. In WinDVD there's a small tiny less than a second gap. Not a big deal. But it seems to be working.

BUT before I burn another DL disc, I'm going to replay the movie beginning to end to make sure there are no new issues. I'll post as soon as I do that, which I'll start right now.

OH AND JAMBE, is the menu screen supposed to have the white menu selector box visible before the "Documentary" and "Extras" logos appear? No biggie, just wondering.

Glad to hear the fix works.

And as for the menu selctor box, I tried to get round this in DVDSP for ages. But there was no way to have it fade in with the menu. There are other ways round it that I have found out since, but I just wanted to get the disc finished.

JD

Post: #268365
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268365/action/topic#268365
Time: 28-Jan-2007 2:39 PM

Should i post the iPod ready version to demonid or a.b.starwars ?

Both! What's the file size?

Post: #268363
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268363/action/topic#268363
Time: 28-Jan-2007 2:29 PM

This is my first attempt at anything like this so make a copy of the original files you downloaded first, then copy these in to replace the ones that were there.

Then check it out and let me know if it works.

JD

Post: #268355
Topic: //RETURNING TO JEDI\\: NTSC & PAL DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/268355/action/topic#268355
Time: 28-Jan-2007 2:07 PM

Ok, I have figured out the jump at 01:53:50. For some strange reason DVDSP has a chapter 24 end jump set as Menu 1.

I didn't set this so it must be a bug of some kind. I didn't even know it was an option! Is this something we can correct in wtih IfoEdit or does it require a re-burn. EDIT - I have just fixed it at my end. Here are the files to fix it. Please let me know if this works for you!

'JUMP TO MENU' FIX - EDIT - Ok this works, so to those that have posted previously with non-working fixes, I would be be grateful if you could remove the links. - Cheers

And thanks to those of you who have posted review - most kind. And that ipod version looks great Nix.nux, good job!

Regards
JD