I’m not even sure I can call the last chapter in this series a fanedit as episode 10, 11, 12 are near on perfection. WOW! What a finale ❤️
I will say, there’s barely anything to do to episodes 7-9. Update coming soon…
I have to admit that I find the second season kinda boring. Love the look and the acting is well done but the story is a little meh. Season one is my favorite of all the Disney SW content. I’m still looking forward to the third part but expectations have been lowered.
I feel the same way. I’m not sure where I posted it before, but the hype around this season had me feeling like a kid at Christmas. 3 episodes in, that excitement vanished and now, 6 episodes deep, it feels more like a dead-end job where I’m just counting down the minutes until it’s over.
I’ve got no doubt the final 3 episodes will deliver, but the first 6 have just been too much of a slow burn for me, especially after the momentum of my trilogy edits from season 1.
I don’t know where these mixed reviews you’re seeing are. Andor has come back to near universal praise. This just confuses me.
There’s mixed reviews all over the fandom. “universal praise”? Are you just looking at Rotten Tomatoes or something? Seems to be a real Marmite season with not much middle ground. People are either really into it or they’re just bored and tuning out.
I imagine people reading your OP are quite confused by your claim of ‘mixed reviews’ or above ‘a real marmite season’ - given the near-universal praise the critics (and early reviewers for all 12 episodes) gave Season 2. The majority of fans online too it seems, since the shows has commenced airing.
A number of the ‘bored and tuning out’ people on reddit, youtube and twitter… seem to be people who didn’t watch Andor Season 1 - (or found it boring / ‘not Star Wars’ / no ‘lightsabers or Jedi’ / or issues with bricks and screws in Star Wars - and switched off etc) - seem to be repeating the same issues for Season 2 (without having actually watched it)?
I only found a small number of mixed / negative reviews online in my search for reviews (here and here) - though far far fewer than the number of positive reviews. Perhaps you could send me a PM for where you found your mixed or negative reviews? TIA.
Good luck with the edit. 👍
Thanks for the thoughtful reply. Just to clarify, when I mentioned “mixed reviews” or called it a “marmite season,” I was referring more to general fan reactions than critic reviews. I totally get that critics and early access reviewers have been overwhelmingly positive, but personally, I put more weight on everyday viewers—the ones who don’t have incentives tied to screeners or industry perks.
Across forums, YouTube comments, and social media (outside of the hype bubbles), I’ve seen a noticeable number of fans expressing burnout or just not engaging with Season 2 the way they did with Season 1. Some of them are long-time Star Wars fans, not just the usual “not my Star Wars” crowd. So, when I say “mixed,” I’m reflecting that wider, more grounded reaction—not the critic consensus.
That said, it’s great that the season is resonating so well with you and many others. Always good when a show finds its audience.
EDIT: There’s mixed reviews here https://www.metacritic.com/tv/andor/user-reviews/?season=season-2
I don’t know where these mixed reviews you’re seeing are. Andor has come back to near universal praise. This just confuses me.
Yeah, really the only place I have seen anything negative is in some of the fan-edit forums, here, fe.org and Reddit.
@moviesremastered in your initial post you say this will be the perfect quintology, I think you mean quadrilogy, since this will be four arcs into four movies.
Well spotted. Fixed 😃
I don’t know where these mixed reviews you’re seeing are. Andor has come back to near universal praise. This just confuses me.
There’s mixed reviews all over the fandom. “universal praise”? Are you just looking at Rotten Tomatoes or something? Seems to be a real Marmite season with not much middle ground. People are either really into it or they’re just bored and tuning out.
Was there ever a list of differences between Starlight (which I have seen and liked) and HAL9000’s fan edit?
Obviously, we have a diff list to the theatrical version but…
Do you mean like these?
Nev Starlight Edit - https://www.moviesremastered.com/movieinfo.php?id=8772
Hal9000 Edit - https://www.moviesremastered.com/movieinfo.php?id=727
I absolutely adore Nevs work on this edit. Pure genius and talent.
I think A new Hope Reimagined cuts were Adywan’s edits with the S38 fanfilm added to them. We don’t have much info about them though so if you find any let us know.
JEDIT: Just found this but I think it’s a separate edit https://originaltrilogy.com/topic/A-New-Hope-The-Reimagined-Cut-SC-38-Reimagined-Rogue-One-Hal-9000-Adywan-V1-1-1-available-V2-on-indefinite-hold/id/76121/page/1
I almost gave up on this project after watching Ep. 4 - 6 but after the 3rd watch I think there is a movie in there. I think the main issue for Season 2 is that it’s paced like a TV show, where as Season 1 made a perfect movie trilogy once you cut off the fat.
Chapter V coming in around 2h13m but will update soon.
Me too!
But that is all Fiona Shaw! No AI. It’s part of her saying Fight from the overdub as aired, and part of her shouting “Jug!” from her early 90s reading of The Waste Land by T.S. Eliot, (Part 3: The Fire Sermon) - which sounds close enough in tone and timbre that when slowed down, pitched up, processed, reverbed a little; and delayed, and blended together; and then THAT is blended with the radio static and crowd noise, and then THAT is diffused and moved into the fronts and rears (and delayed a little even more) - it sounds like she’s shouting “fuck!”
Hopefully, convincingly. Maybe! In 5.1 surround! (but mostly in the center channel)
Nice work, dude.
Would “Feck the Empire” work better in that case? 😉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36wKlbgeTrk
You’ll find a lot of faneditors will be opposed to this idea and would prefer to keep control of their projects but MRDb has 700+ Star Wars fanedits listed on the database if it helps? https://www.moviesremastered.com/searchresults.php?searchtype=OriginalTitle&genre=&franchise=&certificate=U&award=fanedit&language=&fanedittype=&searchterm=star+wars
You may have seen that Andor has returned to mixed reviews—but that just gives me the perfect opportunity to continue my movie series based on the earlier episodes.
Season one worked beautifully as a film trilogy, and with season two structured around three episodes spaced a year apart, it’s shaping up to be ideal for a new quadrilogy-style film edition.
After viewing the first 6 episodes, I gotta say I’m a little disappointed but it has a lot of potential. Here are my suggested changes so far…
Episode 1 - 3
• Delay use seeing Cassian til much later
• Cut down on how indestructible the new Tie is
• Cut down on how bad Cassian flies the Tie
• Edit down as much of the wedding as possible
• Cut out as much exposition dumps as I can
• Remove the “flirting” intro with Cassian and the girl (seems pointless)
• Remove all of Yavin 4 scenes and the bickering gang Cassian bumps into
• Edit together the Krennic meeting into one scene to build anticipation
• Remove some of Syril and Dedra build up to mother scene
• Remove some homestead scenes for pacing
• Rearrange a lot of scenes to lessen the back and forth
• Remove Bix saying the R word
• Add Onion layers to why Mon allowed her daughter to get married
While chapter IV movie instalment is finished, I’d like to see how the story unfolded before releasing anything to you guys.
Chapter IV coming in around 1h:51m:21s
Episode 4 - 6
• Cut out Bix temper changes. I know she’s suffering from PTSD but I feel she’s a little disjoined in a few scenes and it would be better to keep her just pretending to be happy instead of switching.
• Remove the lesbian subplot. It wasn’t needed in my trilogy and it doesn’t serve any purpose in this edit.
• Remove Mon hustling for votes.
• Remove any weirdly paced empire scenes.
• Trim down the underground community meeting.
• Reposition the Saw scenes for them to have more impact.
• Remove empire members getting carried away with drinking at the party scene.
Chapter V coming in around 2h:13m
Episode 7 - 9
• Add Wilhelm Scream
• Trim down people gathering in the square
• Cut joke between Cassian & Wilmon in U-wing
• Cut scene between Bix & Vel
• Cut scene on Cassian going upstairs and then back down
• Cut scene between Wilmon and girl
• Cut Wilmon “I’ve gotta find her” clique line
Chapter VI coming in around 2h:08m
Episode 10 - 12
• Near on perfect, just a few minor tweaks but what a finale!
Chapter VII coming in around 1h:58m
Any other suggestions welcome below…
Previous chapters if you haven’t seen those changes yet
Andor: Chapter I - https://moviesremastered.com/movieinfo.php?id=8697
Andor: Chapter II - https://moviesremastered.com/movieinfo.php?id=8699
Andor: Chapter III - https://moviesremastered.com/movieinfo.php?id=10560
Originally, I also wanted this to be the case after I heard it was supposedly the original plan.
But “FIGHT the Empire!” is so much more a call to action than “F*** the Empire!” and I wouldn’t want it any other way now.
I was of the same understanding when I released my Chapter III edit but having picked it up again recently, while editing Chapter IV I’m thinking of adding the line in. I’m so 50-50 on this one.
Project update: Full change list and information added to MRDb for Part 1 here: https://www.moviesremastered.com/movieinfo.php?id=11289
Absolutely loving the updates, Dude. Can’t wait to binge this.
Title: The Penguin Part 1 | 4 Part Film Series
Faneditor: Movies Remastered
Original Runtime: 1:59:45
MR Edit Runtime: 1:41:42
Time Cut: 0:18:03
Time Added: 0:02:45
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SPOILER ALERT
SYNOPSIS: “The Penguin” is a gripping crime drama that chronicles Oswald “Oz” Cobb’s ruthless ascent within Gotham City’s criminal underworld following the events of “The Batman” (2022). Envisioning the series as a four-part film saga, each installment delves into pivotal phases of Oz’s transformation into the formidable Penguin.
Prologue: “The Falcon’s Shadow”
Long before the chaos that would shake Gotham to its core, Sofia Falcone was raised in the shadow of power. As Carmine Falcone’s only daughter, she was taught that strength, not mercy, ruled the city. When her father sent her away to protect the empire from his enemies, Sofia waited, learning patience. She was the rightful heir to Gotham’s underworld, but she knew that men like her father always underestimated women.
Then came the night her father was gunned down. She returned to Gotham not to grieve, but to reclaim what was hers. But she wasn’t the only one with ambition. Oswald “Oz” Cobblepot—once a glorified errand boy—had seized the opportunity to rise. He called himself “The Penguin,” but Sofia knew better. He was a scavenger, picking at the bones of a legacy that belonged to her.
As Gotham crumbled, the battle for its soul would begin.
Part One: “Emergence”
In the chaotic aftermath of Gotham’s seawall collapse and the assassination of crime lord Carmine Falcone, mid-level mobster Oz Cobb seizes a critical opportunity. Eliminating Falcone’s heir, Alberto, Oz asserts himself as a formidable player. He forges a strategic alliance with Sofia Falcone, Carmine’s volatile daughter, aiming to fill the power vacuum and dominate Gotham’s criminal enterprises. This partnership sets the stage for a treacherous journey marked by ambition and betrayal.
Part Two: “Consolidation”
As Oz and Sofia introduce a potent new drug, “Bliss,” to Gotham’s streets, they manipulate alliances with the Triads and other crime syndicates to expand their influence. Oz’s protégé, Victor “Vic” Aguilar, faces a moral crossroads between loyalty and the pursuit of a better life. The duo’s audacious moves draw the ire of rival factions, including the Maroni family, igniting a violent power struggle that tests Oz’s cunning and resilience.
Part Three: “Betrayal”
The fragile alliance between Oz and Sofia fractures as mutual distrust and personal vendettas come to the forefront. Sofia’s discovery of Oz’s involvement in her brother’s death propels her into a vengeful crusade. Meanwhile, Oz’s relationship with his ailing mother, Francis, deteriorates amidst escalating tensions. Betrayals abound as former allies turn into adversaries, culminating in a series of calculated moves that leave Gotham’s underworld in turmoil.
Part Four: “Dominion”
In a climactic confrontation, Oz outmaneuvers Sofia and the Maroni family, solidifying his dominance over Gotham’s criminal landscape. Utilizing the city’s abandoned underground railway, he establishes a new base of operations to control the distribution of Bliss. As Oz embraces his identity as “The Penguin,” he stands atop the underworld hierarchy, embodying the ruthless ambition that propelled his rise. Yet, his ascent comes at a profound personal cost, leaving him isolated in his newfound power.
This four-part cinematic journey offers a deep exploration of ambition, loyalty, and the corrupting influence of power within Gotham’s dark and treacherous world.
INTENTIONS: To craft a quintology that expands upon The Penguin series, presenting a chronological storyline that introduces Sofia Falcone from the very beginning. By weaving her journey alongside Oswald Cobblepot’s rise, this adaptation aims to provide a deeper, more empathetic understanding of her character. Rather than a mere antagonist, Sofia is portrayed as a rightful heir to Gotham’s criminal empire, shaped by a legacy of power, betrayal, and survival. This extended narrative will explore her motivations, struggles, and ambitions, ensuring that her role is not just a footnote in Penguin’s story—but an equally compelling force within Gotham’s underworld.
MRDb:
Full change list and information:
Part 1 - https://www.moviesremastered.com/movieinfo.php?id=11289
Reddit:
Teaser poster: https://www.reddit.com/r/moviesremastered/comments/1junfyr/the_penguin_part_1_by_movies_remastered_4_part/
MR Discord:
Live updates: https://discord.com/channels/730523754727211109/1311692769487618048
Invite link: https://discord.gg/EBdQVXhDUh
Your patience and passion for Star Wars law shines through bright with this one.
It’s been a joy to see your progress on youtube and I appreciate the preview.
Bravo, dude!!
Synopsis:
“Alien: Romulus” is a 2024 science fiction horror film directed by Fede Álvarez, positioned chronologically between the original “Alien” (1979) and “Aliens” (1986). The narrative centers on Rain Carradine (Cailee Spaeny), a 25-year-old orphan laboring under harsh conditions in the Weyland-Yutani mining colony on Jackson’s Star. Her constant companion is Andy (David Jonsson), an android programmed by her father to act as her protective brother.
Intentions:
My intention was to craft a standalone horror experience that captures the raw terror and isolation of encountering the Xenomorph for the first time, with a focus on building fresh characters, new lore, and an atmosphere of relentless dread without relying on nostalgia. I also aimed to remove any fan service or callbacks to Alien and Aliens that felt jarring. This approach ensures that Alien: Romulus stands on its own as a terrifying sci-fi horror film rather than a tribute to past entries. The goal is to make audiences feel the unknown again, just as they did in 1979, while allowing this film to serve as a 1.5 bridge between the two classics.
MRDb CHANGE LIST : https://www.moviesremastered.com/movieinfo.php?id=11262
Live progress as edits are brainstormed and executed on MR Discord https://discord.com/channels/730523754727211109/1309667478795849850
Requests are only offered via MR Discord - Invite here if you’re not already a member https://discord.gg/EBdQVXhDUh (Please provide proof of ownership for the original source material upon request)
Thanks for your interest. 😃
Send me a Google Drive folder link to “The Acolyte”.
I don’t think they’re going to send you a link.
They could at least respond to the dude. That’s basic human decency. A simple response really goes a long way in making things feel respectful.
"Don’t get cocky, kid!
I’ve already responded to this user multiple times—on MR Discord, Discord DMs, Reddit, Reddit DMs, several email accounts —and they received the same reply as you:
“Please show proof of an active Disney+ subscription.”
Like you, they failed to provide it, so they don’t get access to my edits.
You’re 60 years old, and Trolling is how you choose to spend your time after being told “No”? Pathetic.
Dude, you must have me confused with somebody else… I DO have a Disney+ subscription, & I am certainty NOT 60yo 🤣
So old you can’t even remember your own BS? 😉
Your email to me after you were banned for trolling. S.G. Scobie: "I joined Discord primarily to watch @MoviesRemastered SW edits, I also subscribed to @MoviesRemastered on YT, Reddit, have a Disney+ subscription (since 2019), & own all SW media available on DVD.
I am 60yo, & have been a SW fan since seeing the original trilogy in cinemas from 1977 to 1983… before you were even born."
Get a grip, Pal. You’re boring!
Not me. But they DO have a Disney+ subscription! Have great life, mate!👋
Doubling down on a lie but still can’t offer proof. Good one, Bro! 👍 Life’s real good, thanks x
Send me a Google Drive folder link to “The Acolyte”.
I don’t think they’re going to send you a link.
They could at least respond to the dude. That’s basic human decency. A simple response really goes a long way in making things feel respectful.
"Don’t get cocky, kid!
I’ve already responded to this user multiple times—on MR Discord, Discord DMs, Reddit, Reddit DMs, several email accounts —and they received the same reply as you:
“Please show proof of an active Disney+ subscription.”
Like you, they failed to provide it, so they don’t get access to my edits.
You’re 60 years old, and Trolling is how you choose to spend your time after being told “No”? Pathetic.
Dude, you must have me confused with somebody else… I DO have a Disney+ subscription, & I am certainty NOT 60yo 🤣
So old you can’t even remember your own BS? 😉
Your email to me after you were banned for trolling. S.G. Scobie: "I joined Discord primarily to watch @MoviesRemastered SW edits, I also subscribed to @MoviesRemastered on YT, Reddit, have a Disney+ subscription (since 2019), & own all SW media available on DVD.
I am 60yo, & have been a SW fan since seeing the original trilogy in cinemas from 1977 to 1983… before you were even born."
Get a grip, Pal. You’re boring!
Send me a Google Drive folder link to “The Acolyte”.
I don’t think they’re going to send you a link.
They could at least respond to the dude. That’s basic human decency. A simple response really goes a long way in making things feel respectful.
"Don’t get cocky, kid!
I’ve already responded to this user multiple times—on MR Discord, Discord DMs, Reddit, Reddit DMs, several email accounts —and they received the same reply as you:
“Please show proof of an active Disney+ subscription.”
Like you, they failed to provide it, so they don’t get access to my edits.
You’re 60 years old, and Trolling is how you choose to spend your time after being told “No”? Pathetic.
This sounds worse than the series. Giving PIP a voice, & Darth Plagueis an apprentice!?
I thought the Pio voice worked very well. It became a droid with an attitude similar to 3P0 and R2 in the Original Trilogy.
The Plageuis having an aporentice was likely typed in error. His appearance was moved to a different and more appropriate spot. Nothing more than that.
Ignore them. They’re just trolling for attention after being banned from MRDb and MR Discord for constant rudeness, entitlement and harassing other faneditors which lead to them giving bad reviews despite not gaining access to edits.
Thank you for your kind words. I’m glad you enjoyed this project. 😃
FULL FANEDIT NOW AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fq4hBXDjdd8
Part 1 was released in September 2024
Part 2 was released in October 2024
Part 3 will hopefully be released in the Summer this year but I’m currently working on 79 projects.
Full info is on MR Discord and MRDb links provided.
Original Runtime: 9:49:04
MR Edit Runtime: 3:25:16
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Fanedit Release Date: 2nd january 2025
Intentions:
For years, I’ve been captivated by the vibrant chaos of the '80s—a decade that brought us a wealth of cultural brilliance, along with its fair share of questionable moments. I’ve long wanted to create a project that encapsulates both the highs and the lows, the good and the subjectively bad, that made the '80s such an unforgettable era.
In my pursuit for inspiration, I discovered the remarkable work of Seth Ickerman and Carpenter Brut. Their art represents a brilliant fusion of visual and musical storytelling, capturing the dark, electric soul of the '80s in a way that’s both nostalgic and refreshingly modern. Their collaboration has been profoundly inspiring, igniting a creative spark in me to elevate this project to the next level.
My goal is to craft a cohesive storyline that intertwines the various elements of the '80s, drawing on Ickerman’s artistic vision, Carpenter Brut’s fusion of pulsating synthwave and heavy metal, and other influences that have shaped my perspective on the decade. This project will be a journey—a mosaic of memories, music, and visuals that, when combined, narrates the story of a decade that continues to resonate in our culture today.
Stay tuned as I embark on this passion project, striving to capture the essence of the '80s in all its neon-lit glory and shadowy undertones.
While all footage used in the fanedit has been acquired from YouTube itself, I’m sure it will get BANNED at some point so watch the full movie below while you still can…
FULL MOVIE LINK ON MRDb: https://www.moviesremastered.com/movieinfo.php?id=11015