Mackey256

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Join date: 6-Apr-2003
Last activity: 1-Aug-2025
Posts: 574

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Post: #56997
Topic: OT.com appearing in GQ Magazine in September
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/56997/action/topic#56997
Time: 31-Jul-2004 7:26 AM

Yeah a bunch of people might join but how many of them will just lurk in the background? I have been a member sense Apr 03 and have only posted like 50 posts. That's nothing considering i've been on this board sense about the start of it. In fact I more than likely never would have posted at all if the Bounty Hunter Han ran into never came into question. I wonder how many other people come here on a daily basis and never post?

Post: #56865
Topic: Ewoks do what Ewoks do
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/56865/action/topic#56865
Time: 30-Jul-2004 12:33 PM

You know what would be great is an animal planet documentary on Ewoks. Or perhaps a Ewok hunter type movie.

"Crikey! We have a wild one here"

Post: #56864
Topic: Here's a Hint of the Public's Reaction that the '04 DVDs would not be the OOT
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/56864/action/topic#56864
Time: 30-Jul-2004 12:31 PM

I would be willing to bet that their are thousands of people out there who don't even know that Star Wars is coming to DVD yet. Someday they will be in Wal-Mart and will just buy it because they liked them.

Changes or no changes.

Post: #56406
Topic: Info: OT Bootleg DVDs
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/56406/action/topic#56406
Time: 27-Jul-2004 8:32 PM

That's good stuff man.

Good stuff.

Post: #56372
Topic: Info: OT Bootleg DVDs
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/56372/action/topic#56372
Time: 27-Jul-2004 6:14 PM

I'm going to say it did just so we can go on for a few pages about nothing worth talking about.

"Don't rock the boat mother f**ker. You know I can't swim."

Post: #56375
Topic: Ewoks do what Ewoks do
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/56375/action/topic#56375
Time: 27-Jul-2004 12:19 PM

You know, when you think about it, the Ewoks probably just crap over the sides of their tree-huts.

Post: #56371
Topic: Friend claims to have Episode 3 on dvd...
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/56371/action/topic#56371
Time: 27-Jul-2004 12:12 PM

I think we are all missing the point here. Count Dushku should go kick his friend in the balls because that would be the right thing to do.

Plus it's funny to me.

Post: #55547
Topic: Ultimates
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/55547/action/topic#55547
Time: 20-Jul-2004 11:57 AM

NEVERMIND

Post: #55449
Topic: I'm thinking lawsuit...
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/55449/action/topic#55449
Time: 19-Jul-2004 3:45 PM

Class Action Lawsuit anyone?

Post: #55079
Topic: Info: OT Bootleg DVDs
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/55079/action/topic#55079
Time: 15-Jul-2004 6:19 PM

I have watched my TR47 set all the way through at least six times from start to finish and have yet to see any of these errors.

Of course the 3 second blank spot before the welding scene is there but nothing else.

Post: #55077
Topic: I THINK I FIGURED IT OUT - WHY SO MANY SW FANS DISLIKED THE PT...
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/55077/action/topic#55077
Time: 15-Jul-2004 12:07 PM

Do you think you would hate the Special Editions as much if the Greedo scene just wasn't in it at all? Everything Jabba says in the new scene was pretty much what went on with the whole Greedo thing. Let's say that they just left out the Han/Greedo scene, just left that out altogether in the Special Editions, do you think you would still hate the SE as much as you do?

I personally think I would hate it a little less but still not like it as much as the original.

Anyway it's just a thought.

Post: #55076
Topic: my thoughts on originals vs SE...
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/55076/action/topic#55076
Time: 15-Jul-2004 12:00 PM

Hey I still laugh every time the one Ewok hits himself in the head with that rock.

HEEEELARIUS

That's good stuff.

EDIT SPELLING

Post: #54736
Topic: THX-1138 on DVD, please...
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/54736/action/topic#54736
Time: 12-Jul-2004 6:46 PM

I found a sound bit somewhere where Lucas was talking about replacing Howard the Duck with a digital Duck.

I'll try to find that again.

Post: #54735
Topic: my thoughts on originals vs SE...
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/54735/action/topic#54735
Time: 12-Jul-2004 6:42 PM

I have to say that Empire is by far the best story but Jedi is the most fun to watch.

Can you possible hear the line "Jabba this is your last chance. Free us or die." and not get a smile on your face.

Post: #54555
Topic: Continuity Errors in the OT
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/54555/action/topic#54555
Time: 10-Jul-2004 7:28 AM

Right when everyone comes in to the hanger to see the Falcon for the first time if you keep watching R2 he looks like he is on strings and is just floating down the stairs and gets hung up and starts this weird falling thing.

I can't watch anything else now that I've see that part.

Post: #54475
Topic: Interview?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/54475/action/topic#54475
Time: 8-Jul-2004 5:36 PM

That is some funny stuff and as an independent filmmaker I have actually thought about making a movie about the Star Wars movies before. More accurately about the fan reaction and dedication to the original trilogy. The problem is I have no money for such a project. I just picture a group of like 20 or so people camped out in front of the ranch with signs that read "Let the originals go free" or "Special Editions are murder" something like that. I though about interviewing all sorts of film historians and possible Steven Spielberg and if possible the big man himself.

It could be an interesting project if the funding was there. Kinda like the Trekkies movie that was out not to long ago. Actually I never saw that but something like what I think that movie is.

A good title would be...
"Desperately Seeking Lucas"

Post: #54413
Topic: Info: OT Bootleg DVDs
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/54413/action/topic#54413
Time: 8-Jul-2004 12:07 AM

Can you convert a PAL DVD to NTSC with a program like DVD Shrink or something else of its caliber?

And will it play OK on my NTSC TV?

Post: #53751
Topic: Help Wanted: Phantom Edit - file type...
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/53751/action/topic#53751
Time: 27-Jun-2004 3:06 PM — Edited 30-Jun-2020 7:33 AM

Does anyone know how to convert a .VOB file to an .AVI or .MPG for editing? I think that would be fun to mess with for a little bit.

Post: #53417
Topic: Star Wars - The Edits and DVDr releases thread
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/53417/action/topic#53417
Time: 24-Jun-2004 5:34 PM

I remember that thread. I was basically just lurking around here then and not posting too much though.

But yeah I believe that a few prints escaped sans a scene or two. The problem with that is the only proof I found was on IMDB.com and you all know that is about as reliable as a car with no engine. My only hope was to convince you that there was a distinct possibility that a few prints MAY have been missing a scene.

Someday we may know the truth.

EDIT SPELLING

Post: #53352
Topic: Star Wars - The Edits and DVDr releases thread
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/53352/action/topic#53352
Time: 24-Jun-2004 3:58 AM

I grow tired of this discussion to be honest. The only FACT that we have proven is that neither one of us will agree that the other may be right.

It was 127 70mm prints to be exact. I found that info at http://www.in70mm.com/news/2003/star_wars/empire_openings.htm

Post: #53292
Topic: Star Wars - The Edits and DVDr releases thread
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/53292/action/topic#53292
Time: 23-Jun-2004 6:21 PM

In 1980, 200 or so prints of Empire went out that were different. That is a hell of a lot of prints. I believe the reason that that is so well documented is because by the time 1980 rolled around people weren’t fans who liked the first film but fanatics who were crazy about Star Wars.

Now I’m going to assume the missing footage was from the 70mm prints. I’m assuming this based on the fact that it’s easier to make last minute changes to a 35mm print as opposed to the larger format 70mm print which takes more time to prepare.

In its original run from May 25 to June 20, 1098 prints went into circulation. Now if only the original 8 70mm prints are missing footage not many people saw that compared to the 200 or so Empire movies. This could also explain the lack of coverage on this matter. Simple not many people saw the different version.

In an interesting side note…
When Last of the Mohicans came out in theatres it was in a much bloodier version then what was originally on video or later on DVD. The end fight scene on the cliff was gorier and during the ambush scene after surrendering the fort, a general’s heart is ripped out and is then eaten. Now I haven’t ever been able to find any documentation online or otherwise about changes made to this movie when it made it’s transaction from theatres to video but I know the theater version was different. I saw that movie in the theatre three times personally and it had all the gore and extra bits of violence in it. Although I’ve never seen any documentation on this I’ve talked to people who also saw the version I saw. So just because there is no documentation doesn’t mean it didn’t happen. After all something doesn’t become a rumor or “myth” without people talking about it.

I’m guessing that only a handful of people who saw Star Wars in the theatre saw the prints that were missing footage.

Lack of people=lack of coverage
Lack of coverage=rumor or myth
But that doesn't mean it didn't happen

It’s kind of funny that we just sort of took this whole thread over with our own discussion

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Post: #53227
Topic: Star Wars - The Edits and DVDr releases thread
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/53227/action/topic#53227
Time: 23-Jun-2004 12:07 AM

I don't even know anything about the "Biggs" scenes.

But....

Is the idea of only a handful of prints missing a few scenes that hard to swallow? The first like 200 70 mm prints of 'Empire' were different from all the other 35mm prints put out. Why not the first few Star Wars prints as well (Be it the 35mm or 70mm prints). With only 32 being put out its entirely possible that for whatever reason it was left out. I'm not saying it was meant that way or anything. I don't care why they weren't there. All I’m saying is that it's in the realm of possibility that for whatever reason on a few of the first prints a scene or two was omitted. It’s easier to believe a handful of prints went out bad as opposed to say a hundred. Especially considering the extremely small size of the opening day.

As far as where I heard this I’m doing my best to find that proof for you. When I was a kid my uncle worked at a press shop and they printed posters and shit for movies all the time. They did E.T. stuff, Blade Runner, Indian Jones, and some Empire and Jedi stuff as well. Now when ever some of that stuff was messed up on these he would take them home and we would get some to look at and hang up. (Damn I wish I kept more of that stuff). Anyway long story short, about the time of Jedi their print shop was printing the Lucasfilms newsletter or Star Wars Fan Club stuff. I can't remember which but in one of those they had a "Did You Know?" Star Wars section. And in that it said that on the opening day of Star Wars a few prints went out missing the Chewie Roar. Now for the past few days I’ve been going through boxes trying to find that newsletter thing and I can't for the life of me. I have it somewhere; I just need to find it. If it weren't for reading that I would agree with you but that came from Lucas's company so I figure I’m right. I just need the proof. I wish I could find it to scan it for you and everyone else it would be a great thing to read over. I'll keep you posted.

Perhaps someone with an account on starwars.com can post a question in the “Ask the Jedi Council” for us? You really can’t get a better answer than asking the man himself.

Post: #53193
Topic: Star Wars - The Edits and DVDr releases thread
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/53193/action/topic#53193
Time: 22-Jun-2004 6:23 PM

At any point after the initial 32 prints were sent out they could have made changes. Fox struck only 32 prints of Star Wars for May 25, 1977. It's alleged that of these 32 prints some were missing the footage. Look at The Empire Strikes Back. When it rolled out the 70mm prints were slightly different from the 35mm prints. Although good old George send them out as "Finished" and the 70mm prints were made he decided to go back and make some minor changes to the movies before the 35mm prints were struck. Who's to say that the 8 70mm prints of Star Wars were the exact same as the 24 35mm prints. Mr. Lucas could have very well made last minute changes or perhaps it was a lab mistake. Out of the about 1,000 or so prints of Star Wars that were out there in it's initial run (May 25, 1977 to June 20, 1978) the first 8 70mm prints may have very well been different from all the others. And those initial 24 35mm prints may have been different from all the later 35mm prints that were made on and after May 25th.

Post: #53143
Topic: Star Wars - The Edits and DVDr releases thread
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/53143/action/topic#53143
Time: 22-Jun-2004 12:26 AM

On May 25th of 1977 Star Wars opened on only 32 screens. Of course of the 32 prints made for opening day 8 of those prints were in 70mm. Now you have two versions. There were 24 35mm and only 8 70mm versions. So the alleged missing footage could just be missing out of 8 prints or the 24 35mm prints. Now take into account the various sound options on the two prints. You have Dolby, Mono, and 70mm Dolby. Dolby opened on 12 screens, Mono opened on 12 screens, and the 70mm Dolby opened on the other 8 screens. So now we have three separate versions of the opening day Star Wars of which the footage could be missing. Two separate versions of the 35mm and the 70mm. The footage could be missing out of the 12 Mono prints, the 8 70mm prints, or the 12 Dolby prints. It's no wonder some say it was missing and some say it wasn't. Hell it could just be missing on only 8 prints EVER. That would be reason enough for something to pass into myth.

I guess we'll have to invent a time machine and go back and see an opening day print to be sure because you’re right, I can’t prove it; at least not without a doubt anyway. But that is my case for the possibility of the fact that the two scenes very well could have been missing from the opening day version of the movie. I can’t prove it right but you can’t say that there is no way that of all the versions of Star Wars that has been put into theatres that it’s impossible for two scenes to be missing out of 32 (Or even less) prints.

Here is a great link to info about Star Wars opening day. It doesn't have info on the (Possible) missing footage but it's a great read none the less.

http://www.in70mm.com/news/2003/star_wars/star_wars_1977.htm

Post: #53136
Topic: Info: OT Bootleg DVDs
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/53136/action/topic#53136
Time: 21-Jun-2004 8:57 PM

After thinking over the question I posed earlier in the day I have decided that splicing the 3PO line in and making it sound GOOD is nigh impossible. It's probably easier to just rip the PCM audio and say forget it.

But I could be wrong.