but you could argue they’ve had a set change since they started talking. What do you guys think?
It was talked about when Poppa and I were working on the clean plate. The first one is debatable but the second definately could be a set change. I can try to remove them if you’d like though.
So this is yet another idea for the puppet scene, but imagine if we could put a puff of smoke or confetti popping out from behind the AT-AT after the fireball - that would really sell the comedy part for the kids methinks.
Next level cuteness! I like it 😃
Funny that you mention this, because I went down the same rabbit hole with Handbrake and ffmpeg and I still have the same problem too!
Really? *Exhale! People have ripped on me for not using ffmpeg like it’s gonna fix all the problems but this doesn’t sound promising. I posted this a while ago and still haven’t found a solution. 😦
@Axlanian, Being a surround sound freak this has really sparked my interest. It feels a little left side heavy in places but with some tweaking, I think this could work. I loved the “Nothing” additions to test Rey’s confidence.
Yeah, this was a very rough stereo mix. I’ll keep playing with it today, but if anyone wants to include this in their edit, I’ll happily provide isolated WAV stems of each Sith voice so they can be mixed to 5.1
Really? It already has all voices bouncing around all channels when I listened through my headphones. It’s awesome!
I don’t know if this will be useful at all to anyone, but here’s an SDR 4K Bluray source of the scene. It will need the new Ascendant LUTs applied, but hey, it’s here if you want it.
https://mega.nz/file/WtR1ECTA#OE4-ZvYUlsip1OIRxHo2XMsj4mwvOzLYym_qEbRR-vQ
Thanks, Sherlockpotter. I’ve already got the full movie in .mkv but it’s the codec that screws everything up. If anyone knows how to convert to .mp4 without ruining everything please let me know. Handbrake doesn’t work and I’ve tried to use ffmpeg but really don’t wanna risk messing up my computer with more terminal stuff.
@Poppa, Thanks. Ignore half my last PM. You’ve already answered it. No rush.
@Axlanian, Being a surround sound freak this has really sparked my interest. It feels a little left side heavy in places but with some tweaking, I think this could work. I loved the “Nothing” additions to test Rey’s confidence.
You know what? I don’t know how high of resolution the clean plate was rendered at, but I’d love to be able to linger on this moment a little longer. Like, maybe we could cut to a closeup of the stage, and do a little more with the puppets before the one kid laughs? It would be a great moment to help slow the pacing and take a breath before all of the Kylo nonsense starts up again.
I don’t have access to a 4K version of the original so the clean plate is 1080p h.264 YUV 10-bit but it’s literally a few seconds. If someone could provide the 4k version without the weird colour-coded change maybe Poppa can switch up the source file and do a new render between baby feeds? 😉 or if Poppa could be kind enough to share the .aep file maybe I could try to do it?
I’m wonna try to squeeze as much out of it as possible as this is absolutely stunning and needs to be on screen as long as it can be without looking too slowed down.
RL if you could double the scene that would be awesome. 1 shot move into place i.e. AT-AT doing a comical walk forward to linger on puppets. 2nd shot fireball and Luke bouncing it back like a Tennis ball?
Does anyone have a link to the original idea image of the AT-AT for comparison?
Here is the puppet show! It’s very short, but hopefully people will think it’s worth all of the effort. I’m sure I’ll need to tweak it some more, so I’m just gonna share a streamable link until it’s finalized.
Also wanted to note who all contributed to this very small edit.
I may be wrong, but I believe DZ-330, Cinefy and DominicCobb all had this idea at one point or another.
Proof of Concept by Cinefy
Clean Stage Plates by poppasketti and MoviesRemastered
Puppet Designs by Captain Faraday
Alien Dub by ThisIsCreation
Produced by RogueLeader
Holy *EXCITED bad language!!!
Dude! This is absolutely INCREDIBLE!!! It’s exactly how I envisioned it to be. OMG YES!
Once you’re fully happy with it are you about to share the separate layer and audio? I’d love to get this beauty onscreen as long as possible. 😍
Outstanding!! 👏👏👏
I messaged Chase but no reply yet. Not sure if he’s still working on it or not.
Yeah I didn’t expect to get as many PMs about that clip as I did, lol.
No worries, dude! I completely understand. That’s because you did an excellent job and it’s a great addition.
I just didn’t wanna take time away from trying to mimic what you did if you intended to finish them at some point. I now have 19 new shots and 5 new scenes to finish so it’s good to know you’re still wanting to do the other shots.
Have you thought about adding Revan to the other statue?
I recall seeing a Darth Nihilus edit on Exegol that added his statue when Kylo’s first meeting Palpatine; believe its as he goes down the Elevator, anyone know if it was finished or any updates on it?
I messaged Chase but no reply yet. Not sure if he’s still working on it or not.
RogueLeader I can’t wait to see what you’ve made. Very exciting 2 seconds though.
It’ll be interesting to see what you do with it. I had to remove so much from that scene I.e. Kylo not knowing where Rey was due to the dagger, Rey’s parents selling her, Kylo saying he didn’t lie to her, Kylo only noticing where Rey was after Vaders mask…
I couldn’t find it so I did it myself real quick (maybe I did this on my own originally…)
This is perfect. I got your back, Bro 😉
Did anyone finish the KOTOR editions?
Didn’t Poppa or someone already do the “I’m a Jedi” edit?
Well, you can overlay the lipsync you want and then deepfake over it. Cinefy has also been doing some good lip puppetry so anything is possible along those lines. The toughest part is getting Rey’s actual lines.
Really nice work Dat_SW_Guy. It’s amazing what people can do using Blender.
I think Kylo had the Whisper in TROS, not the Silencer. I’ve been looking for a good model of this for months but no luck. If anyone finds one please let me know.
@captain I think it would be possible but I don’t have an issue with the triangles.
@CMMAP Good to hear. They’re just gonna be quick hints just to give a little candy to those with a keen eye/ear. 😎
Haha! Hopefully this one will deliver. I’ve tried to add as much prequel stuff as possible and now I’m sneaking in some KOTOR Easter eggs.
This project has so many new ideas it won’t ever be finished. I’ll just release it when I’ve had enough 😂
Thanks guys! I’m only spoon feeding new scenes atm. I don’t wanna spoil the new story too much with the bigger new scenes.
I’ve personal taught myself so much from the cut and the new crew are insanely encouraging. It’s hopegully gonna break the mould for fan edits as it feels like a totally new movie now. 😎
Since my trailer launch last week I’ve now got some amazing new VFX artists working on some new scenes. Here’s a breakdown of Rey building her new yellow Saber.
Let me know what you think? https://youtu.be/7xf2i_kGIMs
Damn, Thinking of Chartreuse the drink just made me shudder. 😃
I’m gonna attempt to have her wear a very dark grey or black after I’ve finished all these other scenes. Hopefully doing them on an adjustment layer so I’ll be able to change to which every colour we suit.
THAT’S MY FAVORITE SONG EVER!!!
Yeah, I think grey is the way forward.
I’ve not played with the slow-mo footage much. It’s a much better shot so I’d like to include it if poss.
Did you see this? https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-DfUxB48rC18/YJL76CWDorI/AAAAAAAAPYM/VDglZpyneKou9MvhiMMZCeJVoQCFt-7-gCK8BGAsYHg/s0/2021-05-05.jpg?authuser=3
I really like the Exile idea. I really wish both Ben and Rey showed some form of arch visually. Kylo having a beard would’ve been awesome, imo.
Great tutorial. Have you used Mocha before? I tried a while ago but switched to Roto2 brush, I may give Mocha another try after watching this.
I’ve not seen The Man Who Killed Don Quixote but that Tash, haha! I’ll give it a watch. Thanks…
Yeah, this is very similar to what I’ve been working on for a year. I really like the slow-mo footage from the documentary.
I did wanna go down the grey Jedi route but I got such a backlash I didn’t continue. It would really make my mate happy to add that though.
Exactly!! I’m cutting the old lady part and all end scene dialogue. I’m adding Ben land in Red5 and walk towards Rey. I also have footage of Ben walking behind BB8 before the falcon finale but I’m split between that or Ben & Rey silhouette in the sun rise.
There’s a good animation footage of supermans black cape that could work to.
The trouble with having Ben live at the end would be changing what he’s wearing. I’m going down the Rey in back while morning Luke and Leia rought and eventually filming a new actor and deep faking Ben for a new ending but we’ll have to get out of lockdown first. 😕 I’d be interested to hear your ideas for this…
