RowMan

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Post: #69285
Topic: Info Wanted: Bonus Material not offered by the major bootleggers
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/69285/action/topic#69285
Time: 2-Oct-2004 7:04 PM

Originally posted by: Molly
I'd like to dig up that 5-Star version... too bad I'm broke as all hell >.>;

Moll.

Hey, Moll.

Turn on your private messaging. I can tell you where to get the factory pressed, dual-layered, 5-Star Special Editions for cheap.

Post: #69284
Topic: Help: looking for... TESB Definitive DVDR fix
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/69284/action/topic#69284
Time: 2-Oct-2004 6:59 PM

I used the fix shown here...

http://users.tpg.com.au/adsl5hum/index.htm

...to take out the 4 seconds of blank space in TR47's The Empire Strikes Back. TMPG DVD Author can only edit on certain key frames. This means I had to lose about 10 frames of the welding scene (around a third of a second). Other than that... flawless! I can much better accept losing 10 frames than seeing a 4 second gap. I'm happy with it.

Thanks for then tip!!!

Post: #68458
Topic: Info: OT Bootleg DVDs
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/68458/action/topic#68458
Time: 29-Sep-2004 3:58 PM

Hey, Bizzle.

Why don't you put all the work into your own version and letting the rest of us be the judge? Right or wrong, I have so far appreciated EVERYONE's efforts in their DVD creation of the original trilogy and would not want to alienate anyone doing so. Let's all keep it to suggestions and comments instead of clogging up the thread with bickering that is not getting a new transfer closer to us any faster.

Post: #67936
Topic: Info: OT Bootleg DVDs
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/67936/action/topic#67936
Time: 27-Sep-2004 9:34 PM

Originally posted by: Original Vision

So are the menus custom-made by whatever hack happens to be selling them, or are they largely constant among the different versions? Or are there just too many "other" versions out there to know what is what?

I have never seen those menus before. It's possible that someone did their own version from scratch or they just added their own menus to a previously done version found here.

On this site, the two versions most widely available right now are the TR47 and Dr. Gonzo versions, but some promising others are on the way. The original TR47 is barebones with no menus. This was originally done to dedicate all of the disc space to the audio and video only. It is standard 4:3 widescreen with the original PCM audio from the laserdiscs. The original Dr. Gonzo version has more bells and whistles like anamorphic 16:9 widescreen, full (and very professional looking) menus, an additional audio commentary track, and even an easter egg. But because of the extra stuff, video quality suffers slightly, and audio quality is a little degraded. It's a trade-off.

Still, other versions are coming down the pike that may improve on these two previous efforts, but the TR47 and Dr. Gonzo versions are generally the best ones to date.

Post: #67685
Topic: Info: OT Bootleg DVDs
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/67685/action/topic#67685
Time: 27-Sep-2004 2:56 AM

It may have some collectible value, but I hope you're not getting it for the transfer. I remember seeing this particular laserdisc being played on one of my friend's laserdisc players. He's been collecting for a LONG time. The picture wasn't that great, though.

Post: #65600
Topic: Fan Made Star Wars DVD set???
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/65600/action/topic#65600
Time: 20-Sep-2004 11:28 AM

DannyBoy7783,

Turn on your private messaging or email me at rwafford1 at yahoo dot com. I can get you info on how to get the dual-layered, factory pressed 1997 SE trilogy very easily and cheap, but they may not be around much longer.

Post: #65021
Topic: Info: OT Bootleg DVDs
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/65021/action/topic#65021
Time: 17-Sep-2004 11:46 PM

How about using MeBeJedi's version on one layer with supplements and menus on the other layer there by avoiding any current layer change problems during the actual movie? Just a thought.

Post: #65034
Topic: It is truly a matter of time
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/65034/action/topic#65034
Time: 17-Sep-2004 7:20 PM

Nice try, Jimbo, but you know that most people here want the original films as they were presented in '77, '80, and '83. The documentary in no way contains all of the original footage necessary to do this properly. C'mon.

Post: #64828
Topic: Info: OT Bootleg DVDs
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/64828/action/topic#64828
Time: 17-Sep-2004 12:04 AM

Sounds like you've got a great handle on it, MeBeJedi. Can't wait for the finished product!

Post: #64800
Topic: Info: OT Bootleg DVDs
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/64800/action/topic#64800
Time: 16-Sep-2004 10:23 PM

Originally posted by: Hal 9000
So what exactly differentiates this DVD set from the praised TR47 set?

MeBeJedi's ANH disc is different from the TR47 version because it not only carries the original PCM audio, but also an AC3 Dolby Digital 5.1 mix (from the PCM), an AC3 Dolby Digital 2.0 commentary track, along with menus for audio and chapter selection. I'm skeptical on how all that stuff could be crammed in on a single disc without sacrificing picture quality, but I'm game. I'd love to check it out.

Post: #64735
Topic: Info: OT Bootleg DVDs
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/64735/action/topic#64735
Time: 16-Sep-2004 5:08 PM

I have created four DVDs to compliment the TR47 trilogy. Three of them contain exactly what you're looking for and more. They are meant to go accompany the TR47 films in their respective cases. You can contact either me or TR47 to get them. Rikter will have the set soon.

Exact content details of the DVDs and a brief review can be found here...

http://www.prillaman.net/starwarsdvdreview-bootleg3.html

...and on page 72 of this thread.

Enjoy!

Post: #64177
Topic: An angry Review of the 2004 OT SE DVD's
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/64177/action/topic#64177
Time: 14-Sep-2004 11:41 AM

That might be true, but I have specifically heard Lucas say that Ben was killed off in Episode IV because in the last third of the original script he had nothing to do but stand around and watch and Lucas wanted some sort of dramatic boost at that point.

Post: #63524
Topic: Star Wars - The Edits and DVDr releases thread
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/63524/action/topic#63524
Time: 11-Sep-2004 7:37 PM

I can also provide sets via postal mail if needed.

Post: #63483
Topic: Info: OT Bootleg DVDs
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/63483/action/topic#63483
Time: 11-Sep-2004 3:42 PM

No problemo. It was a great learning experience to create the bonus discs. I'm glad more people besides myself and a few friends will be enjoying them now.

Post: #63467
Topic: 1997 SE LD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/63467/action/topic#63467
Time: 11-Sep-2004 8:07 AM

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Originally posted by: Crygor64
...However, my reason for wanting the SE's is mainly because I want a complete catalog of GL's mania. Being a bit of a purist, this site was a blessing for me

Hey Rowman, thanks for the information. Sorry I didn't realize that my IM was turned off. I guess this explains why no one has returned my PM's. Stupid me.

I have them because I want the complete collection, too.

Hey, it seems the PM system is down. Email me at rwafford1 at yahoo dot com (format the address correctly, of course) and I'll get you the info on the SE dual layered set.

Post: #63430
Topic: 1997 SE LD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/63430/action/topic#63430
Time: 10-Sep-2004 9:46 PM

The "5-Star" set of the Special Editions are factory pressed, dual-layered, and are the best DVDs of this version currently available. Turn on your Private Messaging and I can give you more info.

Post: #63346
Topic: Info: OT Bootleg DVDs
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/63346/action/topic#63346
Time: 10-Sep-2004 4:50 PM

Hey, cardaway.

PM seems to be down right now. Contact me directly at rwafford1 at yahoo.com for more info on the sets. Of course put the @ symbol in place of at . I do that to evade email bots.

Post: #63383
Topic: The infamous chest grope
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/63383/action/topic#63383
Time: 10-Sep-2004 3:44 PM

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Originally posted by: Starboy
...On the potato in the asteroids, has anyone seen it and do you know where it is? I've looked and can't find it.

A friend of mine just told me he heard or read that the very first asteriod that passes by the Millenium Falcon in the shot from the POV of the cockpit window after Leia says, "What are you doing?" is the potato. It starts in the middle of the frame and passes through the lower right of the shot. I don't know if it's true, but it looks possible.

Post: #63338
Topic: Info: OT Bootleg DVDs
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/63338/action/topic#63338
Time: 10-Sep-2004 3:31 PM

Originally posted by: Rebelscum

Originally posted by: MeBeJedi
(asking about the supplementary material of TR47's Ultimate Set)
"the bonus features from the "Definitive Edition" laserdisc"

What about the commentaries?

- That is a certain sacrifice in order to have a better audio and video quality, since we haven´t started to see dual layer transfers yet. Until that happens I´m fine with omitting the commentaries (which I haven´t heard great things about) in order to have a better a/v experience for my OT.

peace,

Rebelscum

The supplemental disc in TR47's Ultimate Set contains the Definitive Collection extras INCLUDING the scenes with commentary, but not the trailers as they are spread out over the other three bonus discs. I know this for sure because I created these extras discs specifically to compliment the original TR47 Trilogy. Feel free to contact me for complete info.

Post: #63076
Topic: Episode III on EBAY?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/63076/action/topic#63076
Time: 8-Sep-2004 8:27 PM

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Originally posted by: ricarleite

...See, thats why I don't trust e-bay.

A lot of people don't "trust eBay" because of stuff like this, but it's not eBay. It's the seller. eBay has too many auctions to be monitoring to take crap like this auction down very quickly. I'm just an eBay seller who is a little sensitive to comments like that. Unfortunately, too many people who get burned by dishonest people though eBay, blame eBay. Remember, it's the seller.

Post: #62955
Topic: OT bootleg DVD reviews
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/62955/action/topic#62955
Time: 8-Sep-2004 7:54 AM

One more detail about the '93 releases... They were produced in the CAV format which has a slight edge in picture quality over the '95's CLV format.

Post: #62528
Topic: OT bootleg DVD reviews
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/62528/action/topic#62528
Time: 4-Sep-2004 7:54 AM

Not to toot my own horn, but I am the author of the bonus discs for the deluxe TR47 package. They were made specifically to compliment the TR47 trilogy. It was my first attempt at authoring DVDs from scratch using a friend's Sony Vaio Media Edition computer and I had great fun doing it. Surprisingly, Jim Prillaman has gotten hold of the discs and has started a review shown here...

OT Bonus Discs Review

If anyone's interested in getting them, contact either me or TR47.

I'm just excited that "buzz" seems to be starting on something that I made. I hope you all enjoy them.

-RowMan

Post: #62345
Topic: A question of simple curiosity..... (OT releases)
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/62345/action/topic#62345
Time: 2-Sep-2004 6:31 PM

Yeah. I have both the TR47 and the anamorphic OT single layered discs. I'd say the dual layered factory pressed SE DVDs are in the same quality range as the laserdiscs as the OT DVDs are. They look really good, but still don't match what an official release would look like. Definitely worth getting if you don't own the laserdiscs and/ or want an upgrade from the out-of-print VHS release.

Post: #62283
Topic: Star Wars - The Edits and DVDr releases thread
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/62283/action/topic#62283
Time: 2-Sep-2004 1:46 PM

If you have the dual layered factory pressed "5 Star" version, the featurette appears after the ROTJ SE trailer. The featurette is not listed on the menu. Some people miss it if they don't view the trailer or don't watch it all the way through.

Post: #62242
Topic: The infamous chest grope
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/62242/action/topic#62242
Time: 1-Sep-2004 11:04 PM

The source is just my own eyes and the logic of it. In the shot it appears to me that after Mark Hamill lands, he then stands up from a crouched position. The scene cuts right when he reaches full stance. I have worked on films containing stunts and can't imagine that they would have him land on a trampoline for that scene. He most likely would have landed on some sort of padding that would not propel him back upward if it was not necessary. If you watch the scene without the landing sound effect and then see Hamill stand up, you can tell that the platform he jumps off of is about the same height as he is. I think the sound effect was meant to make the platform seem higher than it actually was.

Oh, and regarding the potato/ shoe thing... Although I can't quote the exact source (maybe it's the Ken Ralston or Dennis Muren commentary on the films), but I think the potato thing was in the Empire asteroid sequence only and they used someone's sneaker and maybe wads of gum for the VERY DISTANT battling ships seen through the Emperor's window in Jedi.