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I like this idea and it’s somewhat the method I’ve adopted in my rewatches. I’ve always tinkered with the ordering of the films whenever I marathon, be it placement-wise or slotting in different fan edits for some of the entries. I’m sure I’ll never find the “perfect” blend but I thoroughly enjoy the experiments.

I’ll be sure to keep an eye on this concept and offer feedback as I’m able.

I’d love a link to your latest version–gonna have to have a TRoS edit view-a-thon at some point and compare all the versions to find my “ideal.”

Would definitely like to check this out. I’ve enjoyed your prior edits, those I’ve seen

Would very much appreciate a link for this. I’m a visual learner/processor so I’ll definitely have to watch it entire before making any judgments

Brewzter said:

I’d appreciate a link 😃

Same, looks like an even better upgrade to an already solid edit

Would like a link to the 2.3 version when/if it’s up already

Okay, you’ve got me intrigued, I’ll definitely give it a watch!

Now if only you gentlemen had ever undertaken a Hobbit edit(s). Though I imagine they’d be even more of a headache to work with than the Star Wars sequels, haha. That said, I liked the Maple Films edition and I’ve been meaning to give the “Original Two-Film Structure” a watch.

These have been my go-to versions of the films ever since Hal first posted them on Reddit. I have been a LotR fanatic my entire life, even adminned the largest meme group for the trilogy for quite some time. So I’ve seen the original extended editions dozens of times, if not hundreds. I would say my experience with these edits was more enjoyable than most, since I instantly recognized the changes, even subtle one-liners and musical cues that were changed (the Gondor theme at the Argonath is a personal favorite).

Overall, I can’t recommend these highly enough, any fan of the series owes it to themselves to give these a watch. For me, they have totally replaced the original films. And most of the changes are so simple-yet-elegant that it’s hard to believe they weren’t the original editing choices of Peter Jackson and Co. Just my $0.02–this isn’t the IFDB but these edits damn well belong there, haha. I would be interested in watching Kerr’s “non-extended” versions as well, should he ever choose to release them. But these are beautifully done as is.

Hal, are either of the musical tracks composed of Kerr’s changes? Or did you use the original audio for both, and just shoehorn the specific changes you’ve listed?

axlanian said:

hedgesmfg said:

I’m already sad about the loss of the Episode III line, but I understand why you cut it.

I think I missed something. What Episode III line?

I believe they’re referring to “the dark side of the Force is a pathway to many abilities some consider to be… unnatural.”

“Somehow, Palpatine returned the galaxy in 16 hours! Wesa free!”

DigMod said:

Hey Hal, unfortunately love has been pretty fast and full lately. It’s definitely on the list of to do’s.

This is either my favorite typo of this forum, ever–or DigMod really has been enjoying a lot of vigorous sexual activity.

“This scene is from a different part of the movie, right, Rey?”

“It is.”

Hal 9000 said:

It’s cool, don’t get me wrong, but it wasn’t intended to fill that role and it feels off in that context.

I agree with this. Although I like the idea of showing everyone “one last time,” it is too jarring in that setting. What would Chewie really be saying at that point of the film that would necessitate “it is” for a reply? That and Rey’s response just felt like a crammed-in jump cut to me.

Hal 9000 said:

Here’s an intended-as-final Mustafar sequence.

https://vimeo.com/433244859

Totally missed this while making my prior comment. This is wonderful and hits all the right notes.

Hal 9000 said:
How do we all feel about the newer Ochi ship shot from poppasketti? I think it’s very much improved, but it may be too iffy to be included. He’s said so himself. Eh?

It’s definitely a big improvement from the original version poppasketti made. I find it less iffy-looking than, say, the stormtroopers exiting the transport in the Mustafar sequence (though I personally like both). I rewatched the current sequence in the V2 workprint, and I mean…it still works fine. I’m still on the fence, but I do think anything that shows transition and slows the breakneck pace of the film, even slightly, is a plus.

I wish my schedule would allow me to attend the screening. Have enjoyed watching your thought processes in the YouTube videos and I’ll definitely continue to keep an eye on this one.

Hal 9000 said:

Here’s a super quick mock up of another way of doing it like StarkillerAG suggested. No music though for now.

https://vimeo.com/432714067

I like this a lot better. Although I think the nature/establishing shots were a good idea/effort, they kind of took away from the “smokey forest” vibe and the rapid/violent opening reflective of Kylo’s frantic rage.

jordan_winter
idir_hh
Dexter Jettster’s Lab
Knight of Kalee

= PMs sent

Kylo: “I know what I have to do, but I don’t know if I have the strength to do it. Will you help me?”
Han: shrugs
Kylo: stabs him, shrugs

“Rey who?”
“Rey Skywalker.”
Old lady pulls off her mask, revealing Bala-Tik
“Tell that to Kanjiklub!”

Hahaha, fair enough. I blame it on the quarantine; more time for random overthinking.

Watched this again today, first time seeing V6. The smallest possible quibble to note: At 1:42:58, where it cuts to Padmé in the sand, there’s a vestige of Anakin’s awkward moaning from the snippet that was cut from the duel scene. Probably not even worth the effort of pointing it out, haha.

Anyway, huge fan and have collected all of your Star Wars work. Quite enjoyed your take on LotR as well.

Hell, we’re all in quarantine anyway, I’ll be glad to take a look.

I’d really love to take a look at the workprint to get a look at things in context. Having been an avid fan of Clone Wars I’m pretty familiar with the dynamics there that you’re trying to emulate/cross over.

aplmirage said:

Sent a PM about this a while ago with no response, desperate to see how you’ve done it if you could send!

Same here.