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Very nice! This sort of visual manipulation still fascinates me. Did you use EbSynth? Or something like the puppet tool in AE?

Now, just change her hair and clothes and all will be good! 😆

Oh interesting! That’s not something I anticipated- well, obviously I didn’t, or I would’ve addressed it! 😉

Unfortunately, I can’t really extend the shot of Padme and Typho…the traffic in the background wouldn’t end up looking right.

However, I did originally wonder about Jar Jar’s subtitles getting in the way of the scene. I’m now wondering if I recorded Jar Jar speaking the lines in English (and removed the subtitles) if that would take away the confusion…?
And, heck, I may attempt putting a shot of Zam back in…if I can make it work to my taste. 😉

Thank you so much for the feedback!

CaptainFaraday said:

Change Greedo’s subtitles to state that he’s a good guy and he and Han are actually friends. Trim shots of Han unholstering his gun and shooting, but add new insert shot of a drink getting knocked over. After Han throws some coins to Wuher and says “Sorry about the mess,” dub in a new Greedo line and subtitle saying “Thank you for covering that Han, I owe you for next time.”

Oh my god, I want to see this! LOL

Here’s something I’ve wanted to attempt for a long time.
It’s unfinished, but that’s because I was hoping for feedback before continuing work on it.

https://youtu.be/dJHtHNGl6_o

I’m offended by this thread.

😉

Grand Master_ Luke Flywalker said:

RogueLeader said:

Anakin Starkiller said:

I remember years ago someone mocking up a hologram of Grievous in AotC, I think in place of Death Star. The concept was pretty lame, tbh, but the execution was good iirc, effects-wise.

This was actually my concept. Haha.

I recall someone coming on the forum not long after I started getting involved here, around summer 2015, offering to do some effects work, and it was just a suggestion I through out there. Thought it would be a fun way to set up Grievous, since the Death Star doesn’t really play a role in ROTS besides on of the final shots of the film.

Looking back now, I’d rather keep the Death Star, but give the graphics that classic look with the dish at the equator.

Could you send me that clip?

Yeah, I’d love to see it too!

I’m shocked at what a difference that makes! Nicely done!

Thanks, DMC! I’m blushing! 😃

Thanks for the kind words everyone- even though the edit is a mess! 😄

I hadn’t touched this edit in months.
Didn’t wanna see it ever again.
Was just sick of it.
Then the other day…

https://youtu.be/M804B7y8ODU

And, hell, since I’m advertising, in case you missed my video “$6000 Star Wars Cantina Scene?!!”:

https://youtu.be/SmUNtVYwbgY

This sounds great! Could I also get a link, please?

Yes, I’m GIFTING you another video! Sing along, everybody!

https://youtu.be/oiUEqAy29Qc

Happy Holidays, everyone!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ziQ_Eh3wbY

Neerb said:

JackNapier said:

David S Pumpkins.

J.J. Abrams being interviewed while making TFA:

“Is Snoke like a Sith? What is he?”
“His own thing!”
“And the Knights of Ren are…?”
“Part of it!”

I. Love. That.

I thought I’d post a link to my new dumb (but topical) video.

https://youtu.be/SmUNtVYwbgY

For those that would like a link, I have a WIP version uploaded now!

PM me! 😄

Chase Adams said:

Minor bump… Just realised I had forgotten to mention this earlier in regards to your Palpatine’s office video, but I do really enjoy getting to hear fan-editors break down problematic scenes and explain their reasons for changes etc… I dunno, I guess especially with the prequels, learning someone else’s take on things that don’t work and how to address it really helps me approach my own attempts to edit with a different mindset.

So by all means, if you’re planning on doing more videos like this, I’d very much be interested! 😉

Probably part of the reason I’ve always been a sucker for the behind the scenes content of films more so than the actual film is just because I love learning about the hidden creative process and mentality behind things that isn’t always so obvious onscreen.

Your commentary on how you felt watching all of this unfold in cinemas is great as well! 😄

I’ve always loved reading members of this site’s stories about experiencing the prequels for the first time and I still continue to get a laugh out of it. 😆

I totally forgot to respond to this! Thank you so much for the kind words Chase Adams! I certainly enjoyed making the Palpatines Office video because I did finally get to put some thoughts out there that I’d had for years! I’m glad it has been of at least some benefit to you!
I am considering doing some sort of commentary track for the workprint…so I can put more of my thoughts out there as well as explain some of my unfinished ideas you’ll end up seeing. 😉

Hey everyone

Just droppin’ a link for a fun little thing I whipped up these last couple of days:
https://youtu.be/OK9zXs7qMJI

ALSO, the news you didn’t want to hear (but might’ve began to wonder about):
I’ve pretty much given up on finishing my edit. I think I started this project with delusions of grandeur. There are certain things I’ve wanted to pull off and I just haven’t come up with decent solutions. I just don’t have the patience to do all the things I want to, nor the experience-…nor the software.

I do intent to finish a workprint because I don’t want to disappoint those who have looked forward to it. But I want to warn you, you will find sections of it disappointing because I just haven’t completed a lot of the things I started.

What a fun way to end a message! 😛

You got it!
Well, you will once it’s done 😉

@Chase Adams, I still appreciate your comments!

Thank you for the kind words, everyone! I really truly appreciate it!

ben_danger said:

I always wondered if Anakin would have been a stronger character if he just spoke LESS in AOTC, that shot pretty much nails that!

Yeah, I would say he speaks quite a bit less in my version. There are just too many angry/hateful/whiney comments. Wherever I can, I’ve tried to rework the dialogue…but a lot of the time his face says “I’m pissed” so it has to be cut.

DMC said:

The cut after Mace says “we’re keepers of the peace, not soldiers” I found a tiny bit jarring for some reason. Maybe have the hologram noise start a sec before the cut? Just an idea.

Thank you for this. I wondered about that instance myself. I tried out your suggestion and, yep, I think that did the trick! Thanks for the idea!

By the way, I’m working my way towards a VERY rough workprint. I believe EVERY scene in the film has been reworked to some degree. There will also be some half-baked ideas left in…incomplete scenes/visual fx/sound fx/music…scenes that are almost like an animatic. Why? Well, I’m hoping for specific feedback- … I don’t want to invest all my time and energy into some of these scenes if it’s not working properly. It’ll still be a hot second before it’s ready but it’s getting there! 😉
As long as everyone’s ok with it, I’m gonna include everyone who’s commented here in the thread in the credits.

testing out EbSynth:

https://youtu.be/OLIjc7JXgIQ

sade1212 said:

I have tried to deepfake fake Wedge in the ANH briefing scene before at Tobar’s suggestion, but never got a very good result from it. I’ll give it another shot when I one day get a new GPU (assuming the prices ever drop to reasonable levels again…) and can experiment with some of the newer model architectures in DeepFaceLab.

Holy crap! That’s looking really good!

Thanks, yeah i had forgotten 😀

Happy Friday everyone!

Here’s another video from the upcoming edit. I share my comments on the Palpatine office scene, show you my edit, then comment some more on what I did to accomplish it.

Not only do I welcome feedback on the clip, I’d like to know if this format is something any of you enjoy.

BUT for those who don’t want to sit through my ramblings and just watch the clip, skip to around 6:44

https://youtu.be/P9gKcQgaj_4

I feel very honored to be listed in the credits! I haven’t been very active on the forums- mainly because I don’t like taking the time to type. But I have followed a lot of this edit because DAMN, the work you’ve done here is amazing! I’m in awe of the creative ideas you’ve been able to implement! You’ve been able to achieve huge and also subtle changes that, if someone had only seen the film once or twice, might not be able to figure out what you’ve done. I certainly look forward to your version of TLJ!

P.S. I would also like a link to the latest version 😉

Space Medievalist said:

Are you going to redub Cleigg, Owen, and Beru so it seems like Anakin lived with them before becoming a Jedi? Maybe you could have a deepfake flashback of Anakin leaving with Obi Wan?

That’s an interesting idea. I can tell you there will be no flashbacks in my edit. I’m not the biggest fan of those. Even when well done.

I’ve always enjoyed the performance from the actor playing Cleigg…especially his voice. But if there’s something else i can set up by doing this…hmm…I’ll have to ponder this.

Anyone got ideas on this scene and what should’ve been setup?

I haven’t given much thought about their introductions…other than it’s pretty lackluster. If i had a way to do it, I’d cut Beru entirely out of the film. She does nothing but bring unnecessary blue milk to the table.