oojason

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Post: #1259856
Topic: Doctor Who
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259856/action/topic#1259856
Time: 14-Dec-2018 6:34 AM — Edited 14-Dec-2018 6:38 AM

A shame you gave up after Rosa mate, think you missed out some good episodes and intriguing stories - not without faults or criticism, but enjoyable overall.

Re the viewing figures - how so a ‘nosedive’ mate? Comparing season 11’s viewing figures to season 10’s - they have improved… both seasons lose viewers as the series progresses, yet season 11’s lowest rating beats the highest rating of season 10:-

http://www.doctorwhotv.co.uk/doctor-who-series-11-2018-uk-ratings-accumulator-88397.htm

http://www.doctorwhotv.co.uk/doctor-who-series-10-2017-uk-ratings-accumulator-84045.htm

Season 11 had generally positive reviews overall in the UK mainstream media (that I read, anyway - Guardian, Mirror, Telegraph, Times, Independent & Metro).

Though I don’t know much about the complaints ‘about the PC subject matter’ - didn’t see any of it myself, yet am sure many social media clickbaiters were / are out in force (as they seemingly are so for so many other franchises / series).

Not saying the season wasn’t without it’s faults - yet hopefully some will be ironed out for Season 2 as everyone is more settled into the show. Some of the criticism over the ‘villains’ seems fair enough, as does not really delving into the companions individually (though has been an emphasis on ‘team’ this season), and a little more focus on the Doctor herself would be welcome in the future, I think.

Hope you enjoy Season 2 more mate.

Post: #1259785
Topic: Random Pictures and Gifs (now with winning!) [NSFW]
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259785/action/topic#1259785
Time: 13-Dec-2018 6:14 PM

Post: #1259784
Topic: The best way to print Blu-ray covers?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259784/action/topic#1259784
Time: 13-Dec-2018 6:09 PM

There may be some threads of interest and help about this (and printing tips and assistance) in the Index thread, mate.

Usually, it’s because Adobe Reader has a default of ‘Fit to Printable Area’ - untick or deselect this option, and also check to see if there any margins being used that could result in your image being resized.

This guide below explains it far better than I can…

’Why Don’t PDFs Print at the Same Size as the Original?'

https://askleo.com/why_dont_pdfs_print_at_the_same_size_as_the_original/

Good luck with it mate - hope it works for you 😃

Post: #1259743
Topic: The Star Wars Fan Films / Shorts thread
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259743/action/topic#1259743
Time: 13-Dec-2018 8:42 AM — Edited 13-Dec-2018 8:53 AM

‘Meet the Winners of the Star Wars Fan Awards 2018’…

https://www.starwars.com/news/meet-the-winners-of-the-star-wars-fan-awards-2018

The four main categories were…

Long Video: https://www.starwars.com/star-wars-fan-awards/long-video-winners

Short Video: https://www.starwars.com/star-wars-fan-awards/short-video-winners

Visual Art: https://www.starwars.com/star-wars-fan-awards/visual-art-winners

Photo: https://www.starwars.com/star-wars-fan-awards/photo-winners

Post: #1259738
Topic: Random Thoughts
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259738/action/topic#1259738
Time: 13-Dec-2018 7:28 AM — Edited 13-Dec-2018 9:56 AM

SilverWook said:

Also worth mentioning again that Jason retired as a mod back in August. So stop sending him PM’s about forum problems already! 😉

Cheers mate 😃

Am always willing to try and help fellow members with any general queries etc - though after retiring as a moderator (by the way, where is my pension? 😉 ) I’m not in a position to help with any questions or issues with site moderation, admin or behind the scenes related stuff - sorry.

Please send your PMs to Anchorhead, SilverWook or Jay 👍

Bank transfers and ~~bribes~~ gifts can all still be sent to me, of course ✔️

Thank you kindly ✌️

Post: #1259663
Topic: The Mandalorian - Star Wars Live action TV series
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259663/action/topic#1259663
Time: 12-Dec-2018 3:36 PM — Edited 13-Dec-2018 11:51 AM

Cast for The Mandalorian announced…

https://www.starwars.com/news/pedro-pascal-revealed-as-the-mandalorian

'Lucasfilm is pleased to announce the cast of the first-ever Star Wars live-action series — The Mandalorian.

Pedro Pascal (Narcos) has been cast in the title role as a lone Mandalorian gunfighter in the outer reaches of the galaxy. He is joined by Gina Carano (Deadpool), Giancarlo Esposito (Breaking Bad), Emily Swallow (Supernatural), Carl Weathers (Predator), Omid Abtahi (American Gods), Werner Herzog (Grizzly Man), and Nick Nolte (Affliction).

“We’re having a great time working with this incredibly talented group and excited for everyone to see what we’re up to,” says Executive Producer Jon Favreau.

Currently in production, The Mandalorian is written and executive produced by Jon Favreau, with Dave Filoni (Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels) directing the first episode and serving as executive producer alongside Kathleen Kennedy and Colin Wilson. Additional episodic directors include Deborah Chow (Jessica Jones), Rick Famuyiwa (Dope), Bryce Dallas Howard (Solemates), and Taika Waititi (Thor: Ragnarok).

The highly-anticipated series will be exclusive to Disney+, The Walt Disney Company’s upcoming direct-to-consumer streaming service, which is set to launch in the U.S. in late 2019.’

Post: #1259653
Topic: Han - Solo Movie ** Spoilers **
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259653/action/topic#1259653
Time: 12-Dec-2018 2:30 PM

Solo coming to Netflix (US) on January 9th, 2019…

https://www.whats-on-netflix.com/coming-soon/january-2019-new-netflix-releases/

Post: #1259639
Topic: The Star Wars Fan Films / Shorts thread
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259639/action/topic#1259639
Time: 12-Dec-2018 1:26 PM

‘BUCKETHEADS: A Star Wars Story (2018 Fan Film)’ - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6GUxb0kCCA

‘BUCKETHEADS is a Star Wars Fan Film from the Stormtroopers’ perspective. Shot in September 2017 in Vancouver, BC, Canada, it was a wonderful journey, with over 76 people directly involved in this effort to tell a Star Wars Story from the Imperial point of view.’

More info at https://www.facebook.com/BucketheadsFilm/

Post: #1259637
Topic: Last song you listened to.
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259637/action/topic#1259637
Time: 12-Dec-2018 12:49 PM

The Last Internationale - Mind Ain’t Free…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2x9Ox47Wdt0

Very much looking forward to their new album 😃

Post: #1259636
Topic: General Star Wars Random Thoughts Thread
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259636/action/topic#1259636
Time: 12-Dec-2018 12:35 PM — Edited 12-Dec-2018 1:02 PM

‘Knight Of The Drones’ - think it was the first episode for Season Three mate (I only remember this as it was the first episode Bonnie was back in Knight Rider after being replaced April for the season before - honest! 😃)

I watched too much 80’s tv as kid…

Obviously I had no idea it was a re-purposed Star Wars toy gun - nice find mate 😃

Post: #1259624
Topic: TV shows you have loved
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259624/action/topic#1259624
Time: 12-Dec-2018 10:54 AM

Watching Gerry Anderson’s various tv series as a kid - usually on Saturday mornings or every day during school holidays…

Stingray, Fireball XL5, Thunderbirds, Captain Scarlet, Joe 90 and even Terrahawks - through to the live action series of UFO and Space 1999 😃

The man got through some work - imdb link : Fanderson - Gerry Anderson appreciation society

‘Gerry Anderson tribute - Every UK-broadcast TV episode & feature film (1957-2005)’:-

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zu6x3yQJgXY

Post: #1259513
Topic: Current Events. No debates!
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259513/action/topic#1259513
Time: 11-Dec-2018 6:49 PM

‘Strasbourg shooting: at least two killed in terrorist attack near Christmas market’…

French police say at least 12 others injured by gunman, who has ‘been identified’ but remains at large

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2018/dec/11/strasbourg-shooting-in-eastern-france

^ Hope the Police manage to apprehend him without anyone getting else injured.

Post: #1259435
Topic: The Stranger Things Thread
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259435/action/topic#1259435
Time: 11-Dec-2018 11:10 AM — Edited 11-Dec-2018 11:18 AM

‘Stranger Things: Season 3 | Title Tease [HD] | Netflix’…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PH3kBCSfL-4

‘Stranger Things: Season 3 - Official Teaser Trailer’…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvsA4qINc_k

https://twitter.com/Stranger_Things

Roll on 2019… 😃

Post: #1259408
Topic: Star Wars internet Rabbit holes
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259408/action/topic#1259408
Time: 11-Dec-2018 6:57 AM — Edited 11-Dec-2018 7:06 AM

T’Bonz…

A quality reminder for his top site - cheers, Screams 😃

Not sure if Screams wanted to include twitter pages (as they’re not really websites) - yet thought these may be of some interest - especially from an OT point of view…

Star Wars 1977-1983 - some great pics and info

Classic Star Wars - as above, with an emphasis on the toys / merch at the time

Star Wars Underworld - decent enough news and info site for all things Star Wars

OriginalTrilogy.com - seems familiar somehow… 😉

Post: #1259352
Topic: Star Wars internet Rabbit holes
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259352/action/topic#1259352
Time: 10-Dec-2018 8:23 PM — Edited 11-Dec-2018 3:20 AM

Sweet idea for a thread mate 😃

I love the vibe and look of that stylish Star Wars Archives site you linked to.

SaveStarWars.com - zombie84’s SSW site; comprehensive research into the history of Star Wars - also highlighting the revisionism / contradictions from George…

Secret History Of Star Wars - another zombie84 website, as above this time re zombie84’s book; website is re-hosted by none

Star Wars Special Edition Visual Comparisons - doubleofive’s quality and intriguing resource blog

Star Wars Holiday Special website - for me the definitive SWHS site; run by SKot

HelloGreedo’s ‘Star Wars Profiles’ video series of actors and people BTS of the Original Trilogy (and beyond…)

Jambe Davdar’s Filmumentaries Site - superb video projects, documentaries and interviews etc

The People Vs George Lucas - website for the 2010 documentary

Star Wars At The Movies - a beautiful looking resource for the OT films (with articles, blog and podcasts)

Milners Blog - Star Wars - quality SW news and decent quality images

Post: #1259333
Topic: Guide to using this site
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259333/action/topic#1259333
Time: 10-Dec-2018 7:11 PM

Hi Tony and welcome,

Myspleen is a private torrent site - it is nothing to do with OriginalTrilogy•com - though more info can be found about it - and a fair few other answers to questions, here:-

‘How do I do this?’ on the OriginalTrilogy.com - some information & answers to queries

There is also some information towards the top of the linked page above that may hopefully be of some help or interest too - with links to the About & Help sections, the Announcements section, a site timeline thread, and more 😃

Good luck with it, man.

Post: #1259220
Topic: The history of Mortal Kombat arcade documentary
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259220/action/topic#1259220
Time: 10-Dec-2018 7:40 AM — Edited 10-Dec-2018 7:54 AM

Interesting that, cheers. Was more a fan of the cartoon style StreetFighter back on the SNES - yet mates at the time all seems to love Mortal Kombat (love as in spend hour upon hour on it - yet not really getting any better 😉)

Loved your Star Wars arcade history doc too.

Post: #1259148
Topic: Random Pictures and Gifs (now with winning!) [NSFW]
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259148/action/topic#1259148
Time: 9-Dec-2018 8:14 PM

^ Is that how you got your cold, man? 😉

Mount Emei Scenic Area: Leshan Giant Buddha, China:-

Post: #1259146
Topic: Overnight Thread
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259146/action/topic#1259146
Time: 9-Dec-2018 8:10 PM

Hope you’re feeling better soon mate - I hate getting colds at this time of year (or anytime of year for that matter).

Post: #1259099
Topic: Doctor Who
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259099/action/topic#1259099
Time: 9-Dec-2018 2:48 PM — Edited 9-Dec-2018 2:52 PM

^ 😃

Doctor Who Series 12 Announcement…

http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/doctorwho/entries/89823d93-ca6c-486b-9c82-2a71cd1560bb

'As series 11 came to a close on BBC One tonight (Sunday 9th December) the show announced that series 12 is on its way and will be returning to BBC One in early 2020.

Series 11 marked a brand new era for Doctor Who with Showrunner, Chris Chibnall, taking control of the TARDIS. With Jodie Whittaker as the Thirteenth Doctor, viewers saw the Doctor and her friends travel through space and time on adventures fighting monsters and conquering battles. Series 12 will see Jodie reprise her role as the Doctor and she will once again be joined by Bradley Walsh (Graham), Mandip Gill (Yasmin) and Tosin Cole (Ryan).

So far, from the first eight episodes, series 11 of Doctor Who has averaged a 4-screen consolidated audience of 8.4m.

Jodie’s first episode as the Doctor launched with a consolidated audience of 11 million making it the second biggest drama this year across all channels, while also placing it among the top 10 programmes in 2018 so far across all channels and genres. The episode received 3.7 million requests through BBC iPlayer.

Speaking of the return Showrunner Chris Chibnall said “We’re off again! Well we never actually stopped - as Jodie Whittaker’s Doctor and friends have been winning the hearts of families across the nation this autumn, we’ve been busy with a whole new set of action packed adventures for the Thirteenth Doctor. We adore making this show and have been blown away by the response from audiences, so we can’t wait to bring more scares, more monsters and more Bradley Walsh, Mandip Gill and Tosin Cole to BBC One. Brilliant!”

Charlotte Moore, Director of Content added, “We’re delighted that the Doctor and her friends will be returning to thrill audiences in 2020. I know Chris and the whole team are already working on a whole new set of exciting adventures. In the meantime we’ve got a very special episode on New Year’s Day for everyone to enjoy.”’

^ A shame we have to wait until 2020 (or after the New Year Special) - though very much looking forward how they approach the second season with the new cast and showrunners (& also writers) now settled in, as it were…

Post: #1259073
Topic: Doctor Who
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1259073/action/topic#1259073
Time: 9-Dec-2018 11:42 AM

Post: #1258921
Topic: YouTube/Vimeo/etc... Star Wars finds
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1258921/action/topic#1258921
Time: 8-Dec-2018 10:36 AM — Edited 8-Dec-2018 11:08 AM

‘Everything GREAT About Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi!’…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCnm-3tnL3Q - from CinemaWins (a spoof on the CinemaSins youtube channel)

^ this is posted as it is a full-on spoof of the CinemaSins videos - explanations of plot points / holes etc et al in that ‘Sins’ style - up to around 23 minutes, which from there on in is his own take and interpretation on TLJ for the next 20 minutes…

The video also has links to the other CinemaWins takes on the Star Wars films.

Post: #1258872
Topic: Han - Solo Movie ** Spoilers **
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1258872/action/topic#1258872
Time: 7-Dec-2018 8:35 PM — Edited 7-Dec-2018 8:37 PM

‘Behind the Magic - Solo: A Star Wars Story - Kessel Run’…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWI90ix8ic4 - from ILMVisualFX

‘Behind the Magic - Solo: A Star Wars Story - Corellia Chase’…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGebheN-DWw - from ILMVisualFX

Some other cracking Star Wars (and also non-Star Wars projects) special effects videos up at https://www.youtube.com/user/ILMVisualFX/videos 😃

Post: #1258861
Topic: Video Game Thread
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1258861/action/topic#1258861
Time: 7-Dec-2018 7:04 PM

snooker said:

How about these Game Awards, huh?

The BAFTAS? (http://www.bafta.org/games/awards/games-awards-2018)

I had a quick look - I am really out of the loop on gaming (still just about to get some retro gaming in 😃)

Post: #1258838
Topic: STAR WARS: GALAXY OF ADVENTURES - New animated shorts
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/1258838/action/topic#1258838
Time: 7-Dec-2018 3:19 PM — Edited 7-Dec-2018 3:20 PM

Don’t forget the toy line merch, Tobar 😉 - https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/star-wars-galaxy-adventures-hasbro-figures-coming-soon-1165318

Over 1 billion views for that pure garbage video - in under 2 years? Wow…