Steven Soderbergh Says ‘The Hunt for Ben Solo’ Was the First Time Disney Rejected a Completed ‘Star Wars’ Script

The unmade film was set to star Adam Driver and take place after the events of 2019’s “The Rise of Skywalker”

www.thewrap.com/hunt-for-ben-solo-script-steven-soderbergh-adam-driver-disney
 

 
'Steven Soderbergh revealed that his unmade Ben Solo “Star Wars” movie was the first time Disney rejected a completed script for the franchise.

News broke earlier this week that lit the “Star Wars” fandom aflame. Soderbergh and Ben Solo/Kylo Ren actor Adam Driver had been working on a new film focusing on the villain turned hero, titled “The Hunt for Ben Solo.” Unfortunately, Disney passed on the project, but that has not stopped people from trying to learn as much as possible about it.

“Also, in the aftermath of the ‘HFBS’ situation, I asked Kathy Kennedy if LFL had ever turned in a finished movie script for greenlight to Disney and had it rejected,” Soderbergh said. “She said no, this was a first.”’
 

^ more info in the linked article above.
 

Do7Rep said:

Do7 have gave permission to reveal some details. Important thing to remember is this is all real and is happening but we need to have faith and remember things might not make sense at first. When it is all said and done only then will you know why we had to do what we had to do.

We thought project text would keep everybody busy while we worked behind the scenes and not get any lawyers onto us. No the text is not real and is not the real work being done for the restoration. Do7 agreed to mislead for security so the trail won’t lead back to us it is for security in case Disney got on our backs. It was done for fun too for fans to figure out like a puzzle but we cannot reveal more until the time is right.

The original theatrical cuts of the original trilogy will be seen in highest quality imaginable very soon. Some of us seen a lot more than the leaks and teases and it will all be worth it because it is beautiful.

Absolute rubbish - and you have revealed nothing (as you obviously have nothing to reveal).
 

johnsmith01 said:

Do7Rep said:

Do7 have gave permission to reveal some details. Important thing to remember is this is all real and is happening but we need to have faith and remember things might not make sense at first. When it is all said and done only then will you know why we had to do what we had to do.

We thought project text would keep everybody busy while we worked behind the scenes and not get any lawyers onto us. No the text is not real and is not the real work being done for the restoration. Do7 agreed to mislead for security so the trail won’t lead back to us it is for security in case Disney got on our backs. It was done for fun too for fans to figure out like a puzzle but we cannot reveal more until the time is right.

The original theatrical cuts of the original trilogy will be seen in highest quality imaginable very soon. Some of us seen a lot more than the leaks and teases and it will all be worth it because it is beautiful.

I can verify this is all true.

You’re the same AI / troublemaker / attention-seeker. From last week’s similarly deleted rubbish, too.

Why would anyone believe anything you claim, or ‘verify’, or post?
 

https://originaltrilogy.com/user/Do7Rep/id/102052
https://originaltrilogy.com/user/johnsmith01/id/101926

^ both appear to be AI bots - or troublemakers (same as last week).

timdiggerm said:

oojason said:

Yeah, the vimeo channel videos seem to be ‘deleted scenes’ and ‘raw elements’ type content - a few of us found them really interesting (as well as cool to look at). They could be in indicator towards a physical media release rather than just a DCP for a theatrical run. I do hope we get to see some more of those kind of videos.

The snowspeeder helicopter plate isn’t used in the film, is it? I watched “Search & Rescue” and it doesn’t seem to be in that sequence; can’t think where else it’d go

Same here - I don’t think it was used in the film; likely an alternative shot or from a practice run etc.

I will check the Imperial Probe scenes later when I get a chance (busy today), just in case anything matches or looks familiar.

IMAX’s ‘Expected’ 2027 Slate…

Fixed the image…

^ from https://x.com/CoreyAtad/status/1981556750835998879
 

Note: this does not necessarily mean it will be the OOT shown (or the ALI OOT restoration) - though we can all hope we get confirmation of that soon. Either way… it is Star Wars on IMAX… as part of the 50th anniversary. 👍
 

timdiggerm said:

Jason, you might want to mark the following as containing obvious pre-SE visuals:

…

Top idea, mate! I’ve edited the post to include your denotations. 👍
 

Yeah, the vimeo channel videos seem to be ‘deleted / unused scenes’, ‘raw elements’, and ‘location test shots / practice runs’ type of content etc - a few of us found them really interesting (as well as just cool to look at). They could be in indicator towards a physical media release (or large-scale internal archival project) - rather than just a DCP for a theatrical run for the 50th anniversary. I do hope we get to see some more of those kind of videos.
 

I wish I could have uploaded all the videos in 4K - they really do pop and look outstanding - though still look gorgeous to me at 720p.
 

A few Original Trilogy video clips captured from the ALI youtube channel…

(The video clips below have been uploaded to a free streamable account - so are only available in 720p - and only up for 90 days)

1️⃣ Star Wars

https://streamable.com/bixil9 : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/rw0rww
https://streamable.com/faojoa
https://streamable.com/jz40u0 : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/i3206h
https://streamable.com/tih6ly
https://streamable.com/1ftsfx
https://streamable.com/vlbkm7
https://streamable.com/x1gjyg : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/mjzh5m : full sequence
https://streamable.com/nf3fgh
https://streamable.com/8xxg9h : Raw OCN
https://streamable.com/10j48m : Raw OCN
https://streamable.com/p1kf96
https://streamable.com/z0e32p
https://streamable.com/e1degt
https://streamable.com/kprc5v
https://streamable.com/66fumo
https://streamable.com/493dxl
https://streamable.com/j9190t
https://streamable.com/jqrqtt : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/4h8vsp : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/ma710m
https://streamable.com/h6l2s3
https://streamable.com/cjn4h7 : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/xlll97
https://streamable.com/o156d9
https://streamable.com/seus30
https://streamable.com/whzbf9
https://streamable.com/zjrbas
https://streamable.com/gx0eyr
https://streamable.com/pl18qv : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/hek9xl : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/33gs3p
https://streamable.com/xi6ila
https://streamable.com/elr3og : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/vds0mg : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/cxtuez : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/7z3knm
https://streamable.com/5gx9mq : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/50s3rv
https://streamable.com/kai27z
https://streamable.com/9259wf
https://streamable.com/roflfo
https://streamable.com/rd1a1o
https://streamable.com/toxwb8
https://streamable.com/ny248v
https://streamable.com/556bk2 : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/87cyvp
https://streamable.com/xm5qhv : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/qxnl4h
https://streamable.com/98vcv8
https://streamable.com/tylli2
https://streamable.com/c8mbqd : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/49b1ux
https://streamable.com/pvz5z4 : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/v7qugd
https://streamable.com/1om88k
https://streamable.com/9m23ir
https://streamable.com/rngfi0 : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/1349kq
https://streamable.com/yvwa9o : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/s1dkz0 : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/f64upo
https://streamable.com/47jpxt
https://streamable.com/n9yc8g
https://streamable.com/s7krth : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/62zqmb
https://streamable.com/rbdv0j : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/nf3fgh : full sequence
https://streamable.com/qqydrw
https://streamable.com/zgon1n
https://streamable.com/ggatye
https://streamable.com/5ujh3d
https://streamable.com/2y8wqm

⭕ • ALI Vimeo clips (Deleted Scenes / Raw Footage etc) : Star Wars…

https://streamable.com/hg584y
https://streamable.com/j5nzac
https://streamable.com/7cm68t

2️⃣ # Empire Strikes Back

https://streamable.com/hmfq8s
https://streamable.com/0714z3
https://streamable.com/unx03a
https://streamable.com/ca2kgx
https://streamable.com/s3x213
https://streamable.com/yhhvpc
https://streamable.com/ylmcrl
https://streamable.com/oou8cp
https://streamable.com/29i7kj
https://streamable.com/irceen
https://streamable.com/en986l
https://streamable.com/p90822
https://streamable.com/qxm4xl
https://streamable.com/gov6h5
https://streamable.com/c6hiq8
https://streamable.com/372lm9
https://streamable.com/9nubhl
https://streamable.com/tixabj
https://streamable.com/lk5rb2
https://streamable.com/qqgkd1
https://streamable.com/8565mv
https://streamable.com/lbzlvi : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/g75z55
https://streamable.com/r4s9bk
https://streamable.com/68qn49
https://streamable.com/ndawco
https://streamable.com/2cowu7
https://streamable.com/sswbzf
https://streamable.com/m89pq5
https://streamable.com/0mmegd
https://streamable.com/tmigzm
https://streamable.com/22s74j
https://streamable.com/zm6qa2
https://streamable.com/oodqs5
https://streamable.com/bvnrwm
https://streamable.com/1jgmk1
https://streamable.com/30bfaq
https://streamable.com/eu2ytr
https://streamable.com/as8gfp
https://streamable.com/oazz4w : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/hkest7

⭕ • ALI Vimeo clips (Deleted Scenes / Raw Footage etc) : Empire Strikes Back…

https://streamable.com/89jnv1
https://streamable.com/6b96hr

3️⃣ Return Of The Jedi

https://streamable.com/r5ox4r : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/glxirw : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/aac2dl : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/ainil1 : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/22nada
https://streamable.com/mnvgzf
https://streamable.com/ianoy6
https://streamable.com/v6yxlg
https://streamable.com/dfdp0v : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/x2bpc3
https://streamable.com/q1txlq
https://streamable.com/qrwryi
https://streamable.com/fga3oz
https://streamable.com/t2j083
https://streamable.com/cj4yi4
https://streamable.com/xeb8n8
https://streamable.com/zeiall
https://streamable.com/c75eld : pre-SE visual
https://streamable.com/y5deiq : pre-SE visual

⭕ • ALI Vimeo clips (Deleted Scenes / Raw Footage etc) : Return Of The Jedi…

https://streamable.com/yti3y3

^ Posted with the kind permission of ‘Member X’ - and all credit and kudos to them. 👍
 

Last Updated: Wednesday 19th November, 2025. https://streamable.com/y5deiq (ROTJ)

Similar to the Screenshot Comparison Images - these video clips may not be ‘final cuts’ - this project is a ‘Work In Progress’.

 
Edit: Denoted which videos feature ‘pre-SE visuals’ - as per timdiggerm’s suggestion and work in one of the posts below, here. Plus also included further suggestions from SonnyGFunk. Thank you, both. 👍

As of Wednesday 12th November 2025…
 

Star Wars Theatrical OT Official Restoration Leaked Clips

www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Z6TpkT-6AY - a 17 minute video by SonnyGFunk - and posted here with his kind permission.
 

The blurb: ‘A compilation of all the clips uploaded by Aurora Light Imageworks to YouTube so far. Audio is muted for copyright reasons.’

Sonny sure did a fine job with this - with good quality video used throughout as well (4K) - all credit and kudos to him. 👍

 
A Mini-Index for info on the ALI OOT Restoration Leaks…

• An Introduction / Overview
• Image Screenshots & Comparisons
• Video Clips
• Media Coverage & Content
• FAQs
• News & Updates (tba; for when we hopefully get an official announcement on the ALI OOT restoration for the 50th anniversary)

I enjoyed that Dom, nice one. Will certainly give the other videos on your channel a watch, especially the OT videos. 👍

Good to put a voice to the name as well - for some reason Paul ‘Eternal Youth’ Rudd popped used to pop into my mind when reading your posts previously (I’ve no idea why; it just was)… 😃
 

Dylboy said:

Do you happen to have this still? I had this as a kid and cant find it online anywhere.

It is still available on usenet, mate.

A 1gb file in total - in avi format (across 2 CDs), and comes with an nfo file. 👍
 

I’m long since retired as a ‘Top Hand’ 😉 - though for me…

As someone in the UK and posting on here a while I’ve hundreds, if not thousands, of images linked on here from Imgur… in the various Indexes, About, Help, ‘How Do I Do This on the OT?’ and General Assistance sections, video thumbnail images, ‘behind the scenes of the OT’ making of image threads, various ‘image’ threads, a good number of DVD & blu ray covers - USB box covers and the like, as well as hosting some images from the GFFA for other less technically-minded members here, etc.

I don’t have the energy or inclination to change them (let alone the time)… though have offered up the solution of using a free and easy-to-use VPN to be able to still see the images for anyone in the UK. The free Opera browser itself has a very simple VPN on/off ‘switch’ built-in - that allows people in the UK to still see any images linked from Imgur. 👍
 

Hopefully the UK Govt will see some sense and amend the somewhat clunky / overbearing / free from judicial oversight Online Safety Act (though I doubt it - I’m probably in denial considering them amending something like that) - so it does seem Imgur stepping away from the UK is unfortunately not a temporary thing. I’d happily switch to a new and different image-linking platform for future posting of images here - though it could only be a matter of time before others follow Imgur stance - and the same thing happens again.

As far as I’m aware, there are maybe 5-6 regular members here from the UK that post in the main forums (for whatever that is worth).

Sorry for the ramble - that’s just my two penneth.
 

Vultural said:

Another one to add is Fawesome (https://fawesome.tv). Similar to Tubi.
Thanks for reminding me of Pluto; I tend to forget that site.

I’d forgot about all the various free streaming sites out there (the legal sites!) - be good to have an up-to-date list of those.

I often forget about Pluto myself! The likes of Tubi, Roku, U, Sling, PBS, Filmzie, Fandango, Xumo, Rakuten TV, and Kanopy too.

Fawesome looks decent - nice range of content as well, nice one. 👍
 

Was just looking around for more - didn’t realise Amazon FreeVee was a thing (free - though with adverts).

Anyone know of any more free legal streaming sites?
 

A thread to talk about your favourite (or not so…) streaming services - Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Apple TV+, HBO Max, Paramount Plus, Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, AMC+, Starz, Showtime, MGM+, FXNow, BBC iPlayer, ITVX etc, and all things on-demand…

…including price increases, the accumulative costs of various streaming services, difficulties in cancelling subscriptions, the quality of packages and service, as well as screen image quality etc.

As well as the range of choice on offer for particular services - and the removal or alteration of certain promoted content.
 

 
There is a specific Disney+ thread here (mainly for Star Wars content) - and JayArgonaut’s Inside Edition: Inside One of the Last VHS Rental Stores in America has some relevance to the subject of streaming services (and a resurgence in physical media). 👍

ADigitalMan said:

Original post updated October 20, 2025. New stuff, old stuff polished.

Awesome, ADM. 😃

Can only wish you good luck for all those changes made in the OP - and newly available in HD, too!

I still get regular link requests for your ADigitalMan Special Editions Saga - even some 20 years later! 👍
 

rocknroll41 said:

Adam Driver confirmed in an interview today that in 2021 he tried convincing Disney to make a movie about Kylo coming back to life called The Hunt for Ben Solo, but they said no.

He sounded really positive about it - and working with Steven Soderbergh for it - as well…
 

Adam Driver on Jarmusch, ‘Star Wars’ and putting filmmakers first - article from AP News

'“I always was interested in doing another ‘Star Wars,’” says Driver, who starred as Kylo Ren in the trilogy kicked off by “The Force Awakens.” “I had been talking about doing another one since 2021. Kathleen (Kennedy) had reached out. I always said: With a great director and a great story, I’d be there in a second. I loved that character and loved playing him.”

Driver says he took a concept to Soderbergh for a film that would take place after 2019’s “The Rise of Skywalker.” That movie culminated in Ren’s redemption and apparent death. Driver had undertaken the trilogy with an arc in mind for Ren that inverted the journey of Darth Vader. As the trilogy evolved, it didn’t play out that way. Driver felt there was unfinished business for Kylo Ren, or as he was known before turning to the Dark Side, Ben Solo.

Soderbergh and Rebecca Blunt outlined a story that the group then pitched to Kennedy, Lucasfilm vice president Cary Beck and Lucasfilm chief creative officer Dave Filoni. They were interested, so the filmmakers then pulled in Scott Z. Burns to write a script. Driver calls the result “one of the coolest (expletive) scripts I had ever been a part of.”

“We presented the script to Lucasfilm. They loved the idea. They totally understood our angle and why we were doing it,” Driver says. “We took it to Bob Iger and Alan Bergman and they said no. They didn’t see how Ben Solo was alive. And that was that.”

“It was called ‘The Hunt for Ben Solo’ and it was really cool,” adds Driver. “But it is no more, so I can finally talk about it.”

Soderbergh, in a statement, said: “I really enjoyed making the movie in my head. I’m just sorry the fans won’t get to see it.”

Representatives for Disney and Lucasfilm declined comment.’

A new 5 second clip, from Empire…

https://streamable.com/hmfq8s

Image Comparison…

 
ALI…

 
UHD…

 
2011 blu ray…

 
4K80…

^ Posted with the kind permission of ‘Member X’ - and all credit and kudos to them. 👍
 

Wicketthewarrick said:

Bobson Dugnutt said:

Wicketthewarrick said:

is there a halloween 4 fanedit that retcons the ending of the movie as a dream?

no

somebody should make one or me

This is a thread for discussing alleycat’s quality Halloween - Criterion Laserdisc preservation project - and not for your many fan edit demands… where you want others here to make you fan edit projects for you along with insulting other members who have different views to you.
 

A new 2 second clip from the new alternate ALI channel that Benjamin K. mentioned a few posts above this…

(in HD - sorry, the clip didn’t save for me in the full 4K for some reason - maybe others will be kind enough to share in full 4K?)

https://streamable.com/rw0rww

Image Comparison…

 
ALI…

 
UHD…

 
2011 blu ray…

 
4K77…

^ Posted with the kind permission of ‘Member X’ - and all credit and kudos to them. 👍
 

Just two guys from the GFFA out for a march yesterday…
 

 
Edit: for JackNapier… that is Tony Gilroy on the left, and Pedro Pascal on the right. 👍
 

A little off topic - yet sort of relevant to the issue of ‘streaming vs physical media’…

The Bluray is UNSURPASSED for the QUALITY STREAMING 💿🎥

www.youtube.com/watch?v=FcA-X4IrkE4 - an 8 minute video from the DANSKY TECH youtube channel.

 
I’m sure there are better videos out there explaining the differences etc (if anyone knows of any please post 'em up) - though thought this one a decent short intro to the subject - without too much jargon or getting lost in the numbers.
 

Decent article on George’s new museum (with some content on Star Wars)…
 

‘Inside George’s Brain’: The Audacious Effort to Bring the Star Wars Creator’s Museum Dream to Life

George Lucas always relied on artists to manifest his ideas. To seal his legacy with the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, his most important collaborator was his wife.

www.wsj.com/style/design/george-lucas-mellody-hobson-museum-of-narrative-art-los-angeles-72f20694

^ or here: https://archive.ph/e4QEo
 

‘It’s official! Our doors open on September 22nd, 2026.’ - https://x.com/lucasmuseum/status/1988668734391873704
 

Gizmodo article on the announcement : https://gizmodo.com/george-lucas-museum-opening-date-los-angeles-2000685006

129 – The Star Wars Influence: Live at the BFI’s Film on Film Festival

www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLfpC8e1OD4 - a 55 minute podcast from the The Filmumentaries Podcast youtube channel.
 

The blurb: 'Episode 129 – The Star Wars Influence: Live at the BFI’s Film on Film Festival In this special live episode, I join Doug Weir—Remastering Lead at the BFI—and post-production veteran Paul Collard on stage for a panel titled The Star Wars Influence, recorded at the BFI’s Film on Film Festival. Curated and hosted by Doug, the panel explores how George Lucas’s frustrations with the Hollywood studio system led to a wave of technological innovation that forever changed the filmmaking landscape. From the creation of ILM to the invention of motion control, EditDroid, SoundDroid, and digital cinema tools, we look at how Lucas empowered a generation of problem-solvers and helped pioneer the digital workflow we now take for granted. This conversation took place just before a rare screening of Star Wars from a 35mm Technicolor dye-transfer print—an experience I’ll be covering in more detail in a bonus episode coming soon. Topics include:

• Lucas’s break from the traditional studio system
• The founding of ILM and the Dykstraflex motion control rig
• VistaVision, optical printers, and visual effects R&D
• The origins of EditDroid and non-linear editing
• The value of Technicolor dye-transfer prints
• Lucasfilm’s wider influence on Pixar, Avid, and beyondThanks again to Doug and Paul—and to the BFI for hosting such a thoughtful and inspiring event.

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Do or Do Not. There Is No Try - The Dave Barclay Story

www.youtube.com/watch?v=iebf3ppIGKc - a 30 minute video from the The Filmumentaries Podcast youtube channel.
 

The blurb: 'Do or Do Not. There Is No Try | The Dave Barclay Story

In this in-depth short documentary (from 2016), master puppeteer Dave Barclay recounts his incredible journey from a childhood surrounded by puppetry to co-performing one of cinema’s most beloved characters: Yoda. At just 19 years old, Barclay stepped in alongside Frank Oz to bring the Jedi Master to life in Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, ultimately becoming Yoda’s lead puppeteer for key sequences — including moments filmed after Oz had left the set.

Barclay shares how a chance meeting with Mark Hamill led to his introduction to legendary make-up artist Stuart Freeborn, and how his very first task on Empire was sculpting Yoda’s top lip so the puppet could speak convincingly. From there, he takes us inside the complex craftsmanship behind Yoda’s construction — from foam latex skin and cable-controlled facial expressions to the delicate choreography of four puppeteers working in perfect sync.

You’ll hear first-hand stories of:

The challenge of performing a fully animatronic puppet in long, physically demanding shoots.

Behind-the-scenes camaraderie with Mark Hamill, Frank Oz, Kathy Mullen, and Wendy Midener.

The secret on-set appearance of Jim Henson with Kermit and Miss Piggy.

Taking over as chief puppeteer for Jabba the Hutt in Return of the Jedi.

Collaborating on The Dark Crystal, Labyrinth, Little Shop of Horrors, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, and more.

From Dagobah’s swamp to Jabba’s throne room, Barclay’s career is a testament to craftsmanship, collaboration, and creative problem-solving at the highest level. Whether you’re a Star Wars fan, a puppetry enthusiast, or simply fascinated by movie magic, this is a rare insight into the artistry that brought Yoda — and countless other creatures — to life.’
 

Slimy Piece of Worm-Ridden Filth - Life Inside Jabba the Hutt

www.youtube.com/watch?v=QK4coAJDkyg - a 20 minute video from the The Filmumentaries Podcast youtube channel.
 

The blurb: 'Slimy Piece of Worm-Ridden Filth – Life Inside Jabba the Hutt

Step inside the galaxy’s most infamous gangster. In this exclusive behind-the-scenes story, puppeteer Toby Philpottl reveals what it was really like to bring Star Wars’ Jabba the Hutt to life in Return of the Jedi. From operating his massive arms and grotesque tongue, to syncing his dialogue and slime, discover the unbelievable teamwork it took to control one of cinema’s largest, most complex puppets.

Hear how Jabba was designed by Phil Tippett, built by Stuart Freeborn’s team, and performed by multiple hidden puppeteers including David Barclay and Mike Edmonds. Learn the secrets behind Jabba’s slimy drool, the infamous Leia scene, and even how a live frog became part of his revolting diet.

If you’ve ever wondered:

How many people were inside Jabba the Hutt?

What tricks made him look so alive on screen?

Why George Lucas was skeptical of the puppet?
This video has the answers.

This is Star Wars history told from inside Jabba’s belly.’
 

Blast it Biggs Where Are You?

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qe2iHAqczGo - a 17 minute video from the The Filmumentaries Podcast youtube channel.
 

The blurb: ‘Explore the untold story of Garrick Hagon, the actor behind Luke Skywalker’s deleted friend, Biggs Darklighter, in this revealing short documentary. Using archival interview audio, the film delves into Hagon’s original audition for George Lucas, his on-set experiences filming in Tunisia with Mark Hamill, and the camaraderie among the cast. Discover why the crucial Anchorhead scene, which established Luke’s motivation and Biggs’ influence, was cut from the final film and the lasting impact of its absence. This documentary provides a unique look into a lost piece of Star Wars history and an actor’s perspective on a role that was almost lost entirely.

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https://originaltrilogy.com/user/Juanhobbs/id/101950 - will return here later to edit in url spam to a game

Benjamin K. said:

New clip just dropped on a new, alternate ALI channel:
https://streamable.com/m89l49
Original video is now private. Trying to avoid traffic to the new channel, watch it from this link instead.

Wow. That looks superb. Good to know the ALI restoration work continues.

Nice find and the share, too! 👍