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#211479
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Lucas talks about the Sept 12th Release of the O-OT
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/211479/action/topic#211479
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Originally posted by: greencapt
That's a great idea Jenny!


She's not the only one to propose it. Several others, including myself, have proposed the same thing.

Why does it seem that just when he gets back on our good side, he wants to screw it all up again.

I agree with THX. We're going to have to swallow our pride. If we boycott this, he'll assume the OOT is unprofitable. Even if it's not perfect, vote with your dollars.

now to just organize that mass return...
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#208889
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What to do with the SE discs from the OT DVD sets...
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/208889/action/topic#208889
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Originally posted by: THX
The mass return would be a great statement - but it would have to be mass, not just 10 - 20 of us.


Exactly. I can see it happening with AOL discs, but not something people technically paid for.

3 (4?) Have joined the concept though. Hell, it'd be cool just to collect a bunch of them, and return it to Steve Sansweet at next years Wondercon. "Thanks for the original's here's a gift from all of us. Since we know how much George loves the 04 version." ^_^
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#208524
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The Phantom of the Opera Resynched (Released)
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/208524/action/topic#208524
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Yeah I noticed that too. Just check recent torrents. It should be within the first ten or so pages.

I've checked it out a bit. I really liked the editing on the chandeleir scene. Very nicely done there. My sister might give this a go, as I showed her some. The only thing I've noticed is that some sped up scenes are too noticable. The big one I've seen being Raoul leaving right before The Phantom of the Opera. Have you tried other ways of getting around stuff like that. Like possibly just breaking the song with silence as he leaves and cutting it back in. I think I noticed a gap where that may be plausible. Though I'm unfamilar with the source video. Maybe some sort of video filter to try to make it seem like some old film or something, making the speediness seem intentional might work. Or not.

I loved the last line of text at the end by the way. Every great fan edit should conclude like that. ^_^
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#208519
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What to do with the SE discs from the OT DVD sets...
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/208519/action/topic#208519
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I'd probably throw them away, use them as fresbies, or target practice. Maybe break them as a sign of defiance, like i used to with AOL disc as a representation of my hate for them and CDs in general (I hated being forced into them in my youth, and they still scratch up too easily).

Though most likely they'll just rot in the case, info side up to forget about them. I can't see myself giving them to anyone, since that's against my stance.

I like the idea of a mass return though. Kind of like that AOL return they did a while back(assuming they followed through). Though I doubt we'd get enough peple to do it.Just imagine the impact that might have. ^_^
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#208223
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The Thief and the Cobbler: Recobbled Director's Cut (Released)
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/208223/action/topic#208223
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I agree that he has gone too far in that respect. I was merely more concerned with the likes of people like Sluggo above. I see your point however. I'm on several forums, Jay. You're easily one of the most fair and just admins out there. Looks like I'll have to put up with SA for a little while. Not like I was of much help with the project anyway. He missed (or ignored) the little poster I modded. I don't entirely agree with him on other animated films either. Bygones be bygones though.
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#208204
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***The "Darth Editous" Episode V DVD Info and Feedback Thread*** - a work in progress
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/208204/action/topic#208204
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So be it then. I tried (I'm one of the few that can't stand any of them).

Blurring the shadow should help.

Are you going to tone down Artoo in space? In some shots of the edits I have, he's practically glowing. That's the only other thing that comes to mind.

So far, everything else sounds solid. As long as Vader's shutte is gone, I'll probably grab the torrent when it's available to go with the ANH disc.
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#208201
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The Thief and the Cobbler: Recobbled Director's Cut (Released)
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/208201/action/topic#208201
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Jay, I can understand why you'd forbid the posting of updates given OCP's stance towards the mods here. But this is the main thread for a project in it's home stretch. It's best for the people following it like myself to be able to continue doing so here. Especially given the inability for those without SA accounts to provide any imput. Not only that, but removing the updates definately does not move the healing process forward.

I too am shocked at OCP's behavior over the past few days, and approve of the decision for a temp ban. Though it saddens me whenever something has to come to that, given how lenient this board is. Especially given how much he had provided to the board in the form of his Classic Editions and specifically this project. He's developed a bit of a big head. Though it's a tad unsurprising given the sucess he's had so far with this. It'd stroke anyone's ego. Hopefully he will stop letting it get the better of him.

Somebody has to be the better man though. At least let the updates back. Just remove any snide remarks. Just my two cents.
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#208184
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The Phantom of the Opera Resynched (Released)
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/208184/action/topic#208184
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Wow, now I might actually get to watch this. My sister likes the Phantom a lot, but refuses to watch the film. She absolutely loathes the Phantom's voice. She refuses to watch it, which means I can't either (as I don't feel like renting it and waiting for her to fall asleep). That, and she'd proably argue with me if I liked it. Though I did want to see it. I'm not sure about the fireball either, but I'll give it the benefit of the doubt until I see it in motion.

Once I've cleared enough HDD space, I'm grabbing it. Thanks.
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#208182
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Idea: Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind - Special DVD edition
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/208182/action/topic#208182
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That would require reediting the film back into WotW. Unless you intend to put no audio in the numerous scenes that were cut. This was discussed in another Ghibli thread. Personally I think that idea stinks. Miyazaki was deeply upsetted about the editing of Nausicaa. I don't think including that edit in a set meant to honor the film would be right. I could see putting clips of some of the more infamous parts, even a little documentary on how it was changed. Merely to detail that sordid history. To actually preserve the abomination using the restored film itself would be insulting in my book. It doesn't need to be recreated. VHS rips at the most if you must have it.

It's bad enough that when Animeigo restored Macross, ADV and Harmony Gold re-edited it back together with the also restored Southern Cross and Mospeada in it's bastardized Robotech form. It's an example of taking a showing of love and respect for the original, and cutting it back into a version which wasn't even faithful to that version (Robotech Remastered - See new scenes long available in the original show, now with new generic sound effects). It's a slap in the face. ^_^;;

The rest of the stuff sounds good though. Ideas on how to do it?
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#206861
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***The "Darth Editous" Episode V DVD Info and Feedback Thread*** - a work in progress
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/206861/action/topic#206861
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At the very least, removal on moving elements would help. It didn't open up Cloud City, it merely called attention to itself in my book. Also, if you keep the new balcony, I've not sure on the 2004 release, but the 97 SE had the original wall still reflecting in the floor.

The only reason I asked what staying, and what's going was so I could think it out better as to possible suggestions. Though I understand where you're coming from.
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#206705
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***The "Darth Editous" Episode V DVD Info and Feedback Thread*** - a work in progress
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/206705/action/topic#206705
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I'm kind of curious as to what's being planned. Mostly what SE stuff remains. Are the Cloud City Windows going to be there? If so, could at least the one in the shot where Lando pulls Leia towards the Falcon be removed. I found that one so utterly distracting that when I watch the original I'm still staring at a wall instead of Lando and Leia. I read that the human eye drifts to stuff on the right usually. Having a big colorful window there never helped matters. Personally, I'd love to see them all gone but that's me.

I'm highly for the entire removal of Vader's shuttle. It was pointless, ruined the music, and disrupted the tension of the scene.

Also, could any possible improvment be done to the Falcon's shadow on the asteroid. I know it might be due to the high speed/angle of the light but the shadow's a simple circle. Is there any way it could appear more Falcon shaped? That's the only thing I can really think of at the moment.

You edit of ANH is the only SE version in the house by the way. It's the non-ADM version too.
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#206699
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The Official 2006 Discs Will Be No Better Than What We Have!
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/206699/action/topic#206699
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Agreed. I think it's probably for two reasons. One, to keep those that bought the 2004 version anyway(the casual fan), as they're basically rebuying something they'll feel they already have. Two, to get diehards like me to finally own a copy of "Lucas' definative vision". All in all, it's just to keep SE dominance. they shouldn't be an extra. Though I suppose it's ideal for those that want both version and have inexplecably not purchased the 2004 set.

I also agree it so Lucasfilm can downplay sales. After all, wouldn't it be great if an OOT only set outsold a SE one. That would wound one's pride, wouldn't it. The fact that the 04 set is owned by most casual fans doesn't hurt either. Since this is the third release, only diehards and other holdouts will get it. So basically the SE prevails.
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#206670
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ITS HAPPENED-- OOT AVAILABLE FROM LUCASFILM
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/206670/action/topic#206670
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HOLY.... I'm always the last to know.

Here I was at Wondercon having to leave the panel because I didn't want to ask a question I knew the answer too.

While I've never had a need to have a DVD version since I rarely rebuy anything, I did say I'd buy these just to show George that the OOT should be preserved. Though I know for certain that the 2004 discs packaged with them will most likely be going into the trash. The only SE version I have is Darth Editious', and it will stay that way.

Fantastic news. Hopefully it carries over to future formats.
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#202652
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Watched Star Trek II on HBO the other day, what a difference in effects compared to the OT!
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/202652/action/topic#202652
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Originally posted by: CO
I take your word for it, but I guess how are the OT effects that much better than Wrath of Khan? I mean it is like night and day!


I wouldn't go that far. I think that they're on par. It's just that Wrath of Kahn didn't ask for the set pieces Star Wars did. A lot of it is rather subtile. Plus you have two huge, lumbering ships animated like a sea battle. Whereas Star Wars was influenced by small, nimble fighters in dog fights. So it's really more of the focus and emphasis placed on the effects instead of a whole "night and day" sort of thing. Even if it is as "low budget" film, it made more that adaquate use of it's budget. TMP got severely out of hand in that department.

I too am in the camp that effects don't make a movie. People have forgotten that old adage, "if the film has you commenting on how great the special effects are, then the effects have failed". They serve the film, not vice versa. Kahn is a great example of that.

I believe the Genesis sequence was done by the division that eventually became Pixar. Which Lucasfilm had a stake in at the time. ILM claims responsibility for it on their site. I'm not certain though. All I know was that ILM proper didn't do it.