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Post: #153057
Topic: Star Wars DVD Covers
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/153057/action/topic#153057
Time: 7-Nov-2005 2:17 AM

Originally posted by: Karyudo
Everyone's gonna say "Photoshop," but I'm gonna say Illustrator or CorelDraw. A vector graphics/layout package is way better than just a photo editor for dealing with this sort of thing. Although, since the final result is usually low-res (300dpi) and compressed with the wrong tool (JPG; covers would be better as PNG), I guess Photoshop will do. Paintshop Pro's just about as good.

Yeah, Photoshop works fine. Besides, the program is only half the process. Most of us wouldn't have access to serious, professional grade printers. Even the best covers are only as good as the printer they are made with.

Post: #152527
Topic: Info: Does Anyone Have The Old Original Theater Bootleg '77 Tape? (Released)
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/152527/action/topic#152527
Time: 4-Nov-2005 11:13 AM

Originally posted by: skyjedi2005

The guy who posted sound clips on theforce.net, had a copy in pal betamax in his dad's collection.

That's funny. I actually grabbed those years ago when he first put them up.

Post: #152337
Topic: Episode II: Shroud of the Dark Side (the TM edit) (Released)
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/152337/action/topic#152337
Time: 3-Nov-2005 12:39 PM

Hey Trooperman, I was thinking about the meadow scene, and how you were going to cut the end off, so Anakin isn't necessarily kidding about the dictatorship. I'm not sure how you were going to have the finished scene, but I'd put the cut ending back into the scene so it would read like this:

ANAKIN: Maybe he was the smart one.
PADMÉ: You really don't like politicians, do you?
ANAKIN: I like two or three, but I'm not really sure about one of them.
PADMÉ stares at ANAKIN. He looks back at her, straight faced, but can't hold back a smile.
PADMÉ: You're making fun of me!
ANAKIN: (sarcastic) Oh no, I'd be much too frightened to tease a Senator. I don't think the system works.
PADMÉ: How would you have it work?
ANAKIN: We need a system where the politicians sit down and discuss the problem, agree what's in the best interests of all the people, and then do it.
PADMÉ: That is exactly what we do. The trouble is that people don't always agree. In fact, they hardly ever do.
ANAKIN: Then they should be made to.
PADMÉ: By whom? Who's going to make them?
ANAKIN: I don't know. Someone.
PADMÉ: You?
ANAKIN: Of course not me.
PADMÉ: But someone.
ANAKIN: Someone wise.
PADMÉ: That sounds an awful lot like a dictatorship to me.
A mischievous little grin creeps across his face.
ANAKIN: Well, if it works...

Just my 2¢

Oh, and since you are doing such cool things to this film, could you put in a 1138 in there somewhere? Somehow it is not a Star Wars film with out it.

Post: #152123
Topic: Info Wanted: "The Story of Star Wars" Bonus DVD at Walmart: Is It Worth It?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/152123/action/topic#152123
Time: 2-Nov-2005 1:18 PM

I got it and I might watch it. I just like having one more disc on my shelf. That is one fat collection I got going there. Not a cinematic masterpiece, but it's 5 bucks.

Post: #152121
Topic: ***The "Darth Editous" Episode IV DVD Info and Feedback Thread*** - a partially "de-specialed" DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/152121/action/topic#152121
Time: 2-Nov-2005 1:10 PM

Me and the crew are watching Sith tonight and ANH tomorrow. And guess which version we will be watching? Hehe.

Post: #152120
Topic: Episode II: Shroud of the Dark Side (the TM edit) (Released)
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/152120/action/topic#152120
Time: 2-Nov-2005 1:06 PM

The musical aspects of this project are very interesting and I can't wait to see how it turns out. The whole of ending of Attack of the Clones from the droid factory onward was of course practically a last minute addition to the film (while not without it's problems, is a whole lot better than the earlier boring Padme on Trial sequences) and had a serious hack-job for the score. It needs help.
-TheSluggo

Post: #152041
Topic: Episode 3: Fan Editing Ideas Discussion
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/152041/action/topic#152041
Time: 2-Nov-2005 1:23 AM

I don't know if this has been brought up before, but I'd like to see Palpy's twisting flip removed. It looked better in the trailer, where he just jumped right at the Jedi. And maybe the death of the first two Jedi could be tightened up a little. It looks like Palpatine is just killing them while they are just standing around.

Post: #151881
Topic: Episode II: Shroud of the Dark Side (the TM edit) (Released)
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/151881/action/topic#151881
Time: 1-Nov-2005 2:41 PM

I agree with all of this except the "warms my heart" line. Yoda needs a bit of compassion. Sure, the original Yoda can be seen as a grumpy old man, but that's after hanging out in a slimy mud-hole for 20 years.

Post: #151795
Topic: Info: Does Anyone Have The Old Original Theater Bootleg '77 Tape? (Released)
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/151795/action/topic#151795
Time: 1-Nov-2005 2:44 AM

I got mine burned to disc today. Glad to see that it is just as good quality as the version I have on tape. I went ahead and made a cover for it:

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a117/Sluggomatic2000/ANHMonomixtransfer.gif

If you want a full size, hi-res version, just print out this one at 7.25 inches high. You can't mess with perfection!

Post: #151633
Topic: Episode 3: Fan Editing Ideas Discussion
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/151633/action/topic#151633
Time: 31-Oct-2005 2:30 PM

Let's not dismiss the thing too hastily. I think it would work and have a lot more urgency if Anakin and Obi-wan cut through the floor as soon as they are threatened. Take away the jokes and the scene could be fine. As far as Shaak Ti in the hologram, she is barely noticable. I suppose one could paint her out with ease. Of course, you might have to edit a bit in the other introduction of Anakin an Obi-wan to Grevious on the bridge.

I'd love to see this scene re-incorperated into the movie. I have to admit that the motivation isn't anything more than, "Hey, that would be cool to see". Aside from bringing the Grevious threat a bit earlier into the film, this addition doesn't really do anything more than add more action.

Post: #151601
Topic: Idea: a complete 'Star Wars Trailers Collection'?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/151601/action/topic#151601
Time: 31-Oct-2005 12:15 PM

Oh, yeah. That was cool footage. Maybe there could be a spot for these things under a seperate Promo menu. Does this clip exist in a non-camcorder form?

Post: #151600
Topic: ***//BUILDING EMPIRE\\: PAL & NTSC DVD - NEW EDITION NOW ONLINE! ***
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/151600/action/topic#151600
Time: 31-Oct-2005 12:05 PM

Not sure about the 8mm, but it was mentioned a few posts up that the ending footage of the medical frigate was different in some releases. I know that the model footage was re-shot by George and ILM at the last minute. It seems some test audiences would have seen this alternate footage, but all the release prints had the new footage. I believe the Definitive Collection photo galleries has this info. I tried to look it up yesterday, but my Dr. Gonzo discs wouldn't play.

And I can send you the Classic Edition ESB, but it could be a week or so.

Post: #151526
Topic: Star Wars: Deleted Magic (Released)
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/151526/action/topic#151526
Time: 31-Oct-2005 2:17 AM

My old covers have done disappeared? Sweet! Lemme see I if I gots them around here?

Post: #151301
Topic: Star Wars DVD Covers
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/151301/action/topic#151301
Time: 30-Oct-2005 3:37 AM

I got an idea for some covers if anyone is feeling creative and/or talented. I've always been a little dissapointed with the Official covers, especially the classic trilogy. And while I don't mind the character montage concept, I think they could have been done much better. And, it would have been nice if the covers at least had some similarities. So, If anyone is feeling clever, maybe some covers could be made that match. Episode 1 would need to match Episode 4, 2 could match 5 and 3 match 6. A mock up should explain:

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a117/Sluggomatic2000/esbmockup.jpg

Episode 2 Anakin is in the same spot as the Episode 5 Anakin. Yoda is in the same spots, etc. You get it.

Post: #151112
Topic: Idea: MAKING A NEW MOVIE OUT OF A VIDEO GAME?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/151112/action/topic#151112
Time: 28-Oct-2005 5:27 PM

Kind of like Red vs. Blue? I don't think a full movie would hold peoples interest, but a short film might be cool. Or maybe a Red vs. Blue Spoof. or maybe a re-creation of the cut scenes from the movies. Not to be confused with video game cut scenes. They shouldn't call video game scenes 'cut scenes'. That's too confusing.

Post: #151008
Topic: ***//BUILDING EMPIRE\\: PAL & NTSC DVD - NEW EDITION NOW ONLINE! ***
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/151008/action/topic#151008
Time: 28-Oct-2005 7:45 AM

Jambre didn't mention it, but this project is closer to having an official name, as reflected by the title of the thread.

Post: #150974
Topic: Episode 3: Fan Editing Ideas Discussion
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/150974/action/topic#150974
Time: 28-Oct-2005 1:48 AM

Is there anything out of that Episode 1 Tone Poem you could use?

Post: #150900
Topic: ~~~Segaflip's Newsgroup Posting List~~~
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/150900/action/topic#150900
Time: 27-Oct-2005 7:55 PM

Are you going to be re-posting the Classic Edition of Empire? I was only able to get the last half of it.

Post: #150836
Topic: Idea: Revenge of the Sith: Extended Edition
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/150836/action/topic#150836
Time: 27-Oct-2005 2:37 PM

Send me a PM.

Now back to ROTS...

Post: #150681
Topic: Idea: a Batman Forever re-edit?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/150681/action/topic#150681
Time: 26-Oct-2005 11:41 PM

Doc, your first post here at OT.com is about a Batman movie? That's wacked. Welcome aboard.

Post: #150680
Topic: Idea: a complete 'Star Wars Trailers Collection'?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/150680/action/topic#150680
Time: 26-Oct-2005 11:35 PM

Well for Starters, here's what was included on all of the Official DVD releases:

Trailers and TV Spots on the Official DVDs

ANH Teaser Launch Re-release
ESB Teaser Launch Re-release
ROTJ Teaser Launch Re-release

1997 Special Edition Release

TPM Teaser Launch

AOTC Teaser 1: Breathing Teaser 2: Mystery Teaser 3: Forbidden Love
Theatrical Trailer: Clone War

ROTS Teaser Launch

TV Spots:
ANH: Farmboy, What if, Adventure, Forbidden Love
ESB: New Chapter, Battle, Old and New, Heroes
ROTJ: It Began, Climatic Chapter, Return
TPM: Tone Poems-One Love, One Dream, One Destiny, One Will, One Truth
Action spots: The Saga Begins, All Over Again
AOTC: Character Campaign: Obi-wan, Anakin, Mace, Padme, Yoda, Artoo, Jango, Clones
Action spots: Jedi, Anakin’s Story, Biggest Action Hero, War

Post: #150626
Topic: Idea: a complete 'Star Wars Trailers Collection'?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/150626/action/topic#150626
Time: 26-Oct-2005 8:45 PM

Originally posted by: JackLucas

Originally posted by: Sluggo

Originally posted by: JackLucas
Yeah, Lou has a pretty good collection of stuff. Just make damn sure you give him credit if you use something that you get off of his site.

True dat. He deserves it.

Were all the TV trailers on the DVD? Which DVD? I guess all of them... I know some TV trailers (is there a difference between a TV trailer and a commercial) like the Yoda/Spiderman spoof trailer wasn't released on a DVD. Wasn't there also a Star Wars/Godzilla spoof trailer where they say "Plot Matters" (which is certianly debatable here on this site).

The Spidey/Yoda trailer is on the Clones DVD, isn't it?

Oh, yeah. It's right next to those Occupation spots. The Clones DVD has 8 of 'em. Weren't there atleast 15 of 'em.

Post: #150601
Topic: Episode II: Shroud of the Dark Side (the TM edit) (Released)
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/150601/action/topic#150601
Time: 26-Oct-2005 7:13 PM

Originally posted by: Trooperman
This may be a crazy idea, but just to throw it out there….

What if General Grievous = Lama Su?

I think out there is the right way to describe it.

Post: #150585
Topic: Idea: a complete 'Star Wars Trailers Collection'?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/150585/action/topic#150585
Time: 26-Oct-2005 6:24 PM

Originally posted by: JackLucas
Yeah, Lou has a pretty good collection of stuff. Just make damn sure you give him credit if you use something that you get off of his site.

Post: #150554
Topic: Idea: a complete 'Star Wars Trailers Collection'?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/150554/action/topic#150554
Time: 26-Oct-2005 4:09 PM

I think I'd stick with only the Official Trailers. I'd have the movies in the main screen and maybe the ones related to Celebrations or whatever in a seperate place on the disc, buried a little deeper. My pal T-bone has a good sample of the many trailers that are out there:
http://www.starwarz.com/tbone/multimedia/trailers.htm

Peace!