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Post: #69410
Topic: What's better than sitting down and watching the original Star Wars on laserdisc?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/69410/action/topic#69410
Time: 3-Oct-2004 4:11 AM

Nice going, Jay

At that point with luck riding high I'd gone and bought a lottery ticket too

I'd no idea what a shadowy world I have entered when registering here - strange deals in parking lots...

Post: #69033
Topic: MagnoliaFan Edits: Ep I "Balance Of The Force", and Ep II "The Clone War" (Released)
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/69033/action/topic#69033
Time: 1-Oct-2004 9:10 AM

At the start of both the Star Wars: Episode 1 and Episode 2 of the MagnoliaFan Edits is this message:-

‘It was once said that many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view. This is merely another.’

MagnoliaFan himself, can be contacted via email, at magnoliafan78@hotmail.com

Star Wars: Episode I – ‘The Phantom Menace’, has been renamed 'Balance Of The Force'. It's run time is 1:57.06 and features 23 chapters.

It's opening crawl:-

For a thousand generations, the
Galactic Republic has thrived under
the guidance of the Jedi Knights.
But now, even under the semblance
of peace, a crisis stirs.

The Nemoidian Trade Federation,
outraged by the prohibition of slave
labor in core systems, has seized
the peaceful planet of Naboo with a
blockade of deadly warships.

While the Senate's endless rhetoric
drowns Naboo's cries for justice,
Chancellor Valorum has secretly
dispatched two Jedi Knights to
resolve the conflict...

It’s Chapter Stops*:–

01 Balance Of The Force ... 0:00.00
02 Short Negotiations ... 0:02.40
03 Queen Amidala ... 0:07.21
04 Jar Jar Binks ... 0:10.04
05 Olah Gunga ... 0:13.17
06 Escape From Naboo ... 0:18.42
07 Tatooine ... 0:23.41
08 Anakin Skywalker ... 0:28.31
09 Fateful Dinner ... 0:33.51
10 Deal with Watto ... 0:38.42
11 Preparation for the Race ... 0:43.13
12 Podrace ... 0:47.01
13 No longer a Slave ... 0:57.02
14 Queen’s Worries ... 1:01.27
15 Coruscant ... 1:06.52
16 Plead Their Case ... 1:12.25
17 Council’s Decision ... 1:18.16
18 Forming an Alliance ... 1:23.37
19 “Activate the Droids!” ... 1:28.12
20 Lord Maul ... 1:33.14
21 Reaching the Throne Room ... 1:37.35
22 Control Ship Destroyed ... 1:43.05
23 Qui-Gon’s Funeral & End Celebration ... 1:47.28

Star Wars: Episode II – ‘Attack Of The Clones’, has been renamed 'The Clone War'. It's run time is 2:09.58 and features 22 chapters.

It's opening crawl:-

Turmoil has engulfed the Galactic
Republic. Over a thousand star
sytems, under the leadership of
the mysterious Count Dooku, have
declared their intention to seceed
from the Republic.

This seperatist movement has
made it nearly impossible for the
limited number of Jedi Knights to
continue maintaining peace and
order throughout the galaxy.

Senator Amidala, former Queen of
Naboo, is returning to Coruscant for
the first time in a decade, to
vote on the issue of creating an
Army of the Republic, to combat
the growing rebellion...

It’s Chapter Stops*:-

01 The Clone War ... 0:00.00
02 Old Friends ... 0:06.46
03 Speeder Chase ... 0:09.43
04 Nightclub ... 0:19.01
05 New Assignment ... 0:23.44
06 Jedi Archive ... 0:29.11
07 Missing Planet ... 0:34.26
08 Clones ... 0:40.52
09 Confessions ... 0:46.14
10 Tracking the Fetts ... 0:51.14
11 Return to Tatooine ... 0:58.47
12 Separatist Alliance ... 1:06.31
13 Enemies Revealed ... 1:14.30
14 Emergency Powers ... 1:21.07
15 Droid Factory ... 1:27.10
16 Executions ... 1:32.23
17 Attack Of The Clones ... 1:39.46
18 Forward Command Centre ... 1:47.12
19 Duel with Dooku ... 1:54.00
20 Yoda to the Rescue ... 1:56.48
21 “Begun, the Clone Wars has” ... 2:00.22
22 End Credits ... 2:03.23

* = Chapter Stop Titles taken from Hal9000's excellent DVD Inserts

IMHO they have both been edited and put together extremely well - there are no jarring edited scenes which stick out. The picture and sound quality are that of DVD standard (which is what both MF Edits were sourced from).

Lines of dialogue changes, alien's voice dubbing, subtitle changes - which alter the story somewhat, length of scenes, musical score changes, sound effects changes, the re-arranging of certain scenes, scene omissions and insertion of deleted scenes all feature in both films.

These MagnoliaFan Edits keep the Prequel Trilogy (so far) more in-keeping with the Original Trilogy in terms of the feel and pace of the films.

There are various fan/home-made DVD covers to go with the MFE releases.

MagnoliaFan is planning an MF Edit of Star Wars: Episode III – ‘Revenge Of The Sith’, though obviously this will not happen for some time...

More details can be found in the very 1st post - in here:-

Rikter's SW Stuff & Info...

Post: #69031
Topic: MagnoliaFan Edits: Ep I "Balance Of The Force", and Ep II "The Clone War" (Released)
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/69031/action/topic#69031
Time: 1-Oct-2004 9:05 AM

Originally posted by: Darth Ekul
there is a fan re-edit of AOTC?? i didnt know about this or that 1 even existed. i was aware of the TPM MagFan 1.2 reedit. hey, MF .... how much would it cost to get the reedits of TPM and AOTC from you? thanks

Darth Ekul - you may need to turn your PMs on - you can do so by clicking on 'profile'.

Post: #69039
Topic: Aliens DVD
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/69039/action/topic#69039
Time: 1-Oct-2004 3:33 AM

Are there any differences between the Region1 and Region2 of the Alien Quadrilogy?

I'm thinking of getting it - tho wasn't sure which to get, and did a rumour that there may be differences...

Post: #68899
Topic: Info: OT Bootleg DVDs
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/68899/action/topic#68899
Time: 30-Sep-2004 8:29 PM

^ Keep up the good work, Zion

I like your website m8 - and the screencaps really show what we are going to be in for.

Would it be worthwhile creating a new thread with a bit of very basic info and then a link to your website? - it does get difficult for us regulars to keep up with the latest news in a 96 page thread full of differing and often confusing versions - let alone any new posters - some many not even be aware you are doing a set...

Post: #68881
Topic: Info Wanted: Which OT DVD Preservation Has the Best Video Quality?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/68881/action/topic#68881
Time: 30-Sep-2004 8:01 PM

Rik

Can you give us some info on the ISOMIX version ?

Are they anamorphic or letterbox, what sound do they use, what are they sourced from, any commentaries, any subtitles, and any menus ?

Post: #68924
Topic: The PERFECT article addressing the 1997SE-2004DVD OT changes and their ickiness
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/68924/action/topic#68924
Time: 30-Sep-2004 3:53 PM

Great read - thanks for posting it Rege

I always liked Simon Pegg's Star Wars homage scenes in Spaced. Hopefully there'll be a third season of it.

Post: #68698
Topic: Star Wars DVD Covers
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/68698/action/topic#68698
Time: 30-Sep-2004 11:15 AM

Zack - you probably need to turn on your PM function - you can access it under the 'profile' bit.

Laserschwert - that's some great work.

Post: #68680
Topic: The OT Cover Repository
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/68680/action/topic#68680
Time: 30-Sep-2004 8:39 AM

Great work Rebel Rouser

Looking forward to seeing even more covers than have been posted on here over the past few months

Is it worth considering putting 'Letterbox Widescreen' after the TR47 bit and 'Anamorphic Widescreen' after Dr Gonzo - may certainly help anyone not aware of the differencses.

Cool ot.com banner too.

Post: #68689
Topic: OT.com is so loved....
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/68689/action/topic#68689
Time: 30-Sep-2004 4:26 AM

I think a couple of the posters there may be under the impression that we ALL hate the PT, want GL dead, despise the 97SEs and can't comprehend why some people here like the MagnoliaFan Edits of Ep1 and Ep2 over the the official versions.

Looks like we are all the same and have no other opinions...

Probably best to ingore the trolling.

Post: #68536
Topic: Info Wanted: Which OT DVD Preservation Has the Best Video Quality?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/68536/action/topic#68536
Time: 29-Sep-2004 6:34 PM

Sam_Lu

Let us know what you think of the Farsight version. There are very few - if any - reviews of it on here.

Cheers.

Post: #68469
Topic: Star Wars - The Edits and DVDr releases thread
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/68469/action/topic#68469
Time: 29-Sep-2004 4:48 PM

^ Cheers Rik

Cool logo btw

Post: #68473
Topic: Customized Tins/ Paul Champagne
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/68473/action/topic#68473
Time: 29-Sep-2004 10:55 AM

Sluggo - that looks a damn fine boxset to me

One really small nitpick - is it possible to rearrange the 3 pics from eac film so it runs in order? ie SW, ESB, RoTJ and not RoTJ, ESB, SW?

Post: #68332
Topic: MagnoliaFan Edits: Ep I "Balance Of The Force", and Ep II "The Clone War" (Released)
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/68332/action/topic#68332
Time: 29-Sep-2004 10:18 AM

Those seeking the MagnoliaFan Edits of Episodes 1 and 2 on dvdr should go here, and scroll down to the Edits section:-

Rikter's SW Stuff and Info...

Post: #67740
Topic: I Just Wanted to Thank....
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/67740/action/topic#67740
Time: 27-Sep-2004 5:09 AM

Personally, I don't think anyone should feel bad about having to buy 'bootleg' copies of the PRE Special Edition Original Trilogy - after all George Lucas himself has stated on more than one occasion that these versions no longer exist.

I wouldn't even consider tham as bootlegs.

IIRC the people who have worked hard to create the various versions of the Original Trilogy are not driving around in Ferraris or planning a trip to their condos on the 'profits' of any $ or £ they receive for the discs - and nor are they funding any global terrorism or drug empires.

They are just fans with a bit of time, determination and willingness to learn on how to give people what they want - and what they deserve.

Post: #67618
Topic: Info Wanted: How many bootleg DVD sets are there that are worth talking about?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/67618/action/topic#67618
Time: 26-Sep-2004 8:23 PM

Asha

A selection of SW stuff can be found here:-

Rikter's SW Info

Post: #67614
Topic: MagnoliaFan Edits: Ep I "Balance Of The Force", and Ep II "The Clone War" (Released)
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/67614/action/topic#67614
Time: 26-Sep-2004 8:16 PM

I really like the yellow sabre in TCW - the way it appears as almost flame-like is captivating.

Was surprised that some of C3P0's 'comedic' lines made it to the final MFE cut - it does seem out of place amongst the events that have just taken place in the arena.

Magnolia - I look forward to your new TCW cut - is it just TCW that you are re-doing, or is it BOTF as well?

Post: #67547
Topic: Star Wars DVD Covers
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/67547/action/topic#67547
Time: 26-Sep-2004 2:26 PM

Hi Hal,

Just sent you a PM with the url to the dvd cover with the ManoliaFan logo on

Hope it works!

Post: #67616
Topic: I love the DVDs!
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/67616/action/topic#67616
Time: 26-Sep-2004 2:20 PM

^ Don't give Lucas ideas

Lord Peeler - some nice generalisations there. You tar everyone with the same brush?

Post: #67546
Topic: Info Wanted: How many bootleg DVD sets are there that are worth talking about?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/67546/action/topic#67546
Time: 26-Sep-2004 1:57 PM

120inna55 - Hi & welcome

I don't know what version those are, though if you contact or PM Rikter or TR47 they should be able to help.

A nice website - tho that seems a little on the expensive side, IMHO.

Post: #67510
Topic: Star Wars - The Edits and DVDr releases thread
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/67510/action/topic#67510
Time: 26-Sep-2004 10:49 AM

It'd be cool if someone could also do a review for the 'Fraz', 'QualityBroth' and 'Kristhemovieman' versions of the OT too...

or even some more info on which are anamorphic/letterbox, sound details, what they are sourced from, do they have bonus disks, what content are on the discs apart from the films themselves - ie menus, chapter stops, commentaries, extras etc.

Post: #67507
Topic: Star Wars DVD Covers
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/67507/action/topic#67507
Time: 26-Sep-2004 10:37 AM

Hal m8, I found the MagnoliaFan logo on the 'A PREnew hope dvd' cover on this same page

I think I have the cover on my other pc's harddrive - will try and dig it out for you later tonight - got to go out now.

Post: #67411
Topic: Info Wanted: How many bootleg DVD sets are there that are worth talking about?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/67411/action/topic#67411
Time: 25-Sep-2004 10:39 PM

^ sounds interesting.

Do you know what laserdiscs they were sourced from and whether they are anamorphic or letterbox?

Post: #67403
Topic: Star Wars DVD Covers
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/67403/action/topic#67403
Time: 25-Sep-2004 10:21 PM

Hal 9000 - I like your inserts, m8.

A shame there isn't a mention of them MagnoliaFan Edits - though I suppose that's on the all the dvd covers. There was a cool MagnoliaFan logo that Rikter made up for one of his Edit covers - IIRC they'd match up pretty well with the SW logo you have on the top left of the inserts.

IMHO they do look a little cluttered - perhaps due to the 2 pics/logos on the right side.

Having said that they'd do for me - I'd print them off and use 'em for my MagnoliaFan dvds.

Cheers Hal

Post: #66928
Topic: Info Wanted: How many bootleg DVD sets are there that are worth talking about?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/66928/action/topic#66928
Time: 24-Sep-2004 9:18 AM

ShingH - those would appear to be the TR47 version, a shame you didn't come here 1st - you certainly wouldn't have paid anywhere near that for those on here...

Hope you enjoy em, tho m8.

Rattlehead - IIRC = If I Remember Correctly (I hope!)