ORIGINAL Star Wars Trilogy comes to DVD this September!

Blade Runner · 05-04-2006, 04:55 AM

http://www.starwars.com/episode-iv/r...s20060503.html

This September: Original Unaltered Trilogy on DVD
May 03, 2006

Fans can look forward to a September filled with classic Star Wars nostalgia, led by the premiere of LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy video game and the long-awaited DVD release of the original theatrical incarnations of the classic Star Wars trilogy.
In response to overwhelming demand, Lucasfilm Ltd. and Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment will release attractively priced individual two-disc releases of Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. Each release includes the 2004 digitally remastered version of the movie and, as bonus material, the theatrical edition of the film. That means you'll be able to enjoy Star Wars as it first appeared in 1977, Empire in 1980, and Jedi in 1983.

This release will only be available for a limited time: from September 12th to December 31st. International release will follow on or about the same day. Each original theatrical version will feature Dolby 2.0 Surround sound, close-captioning, and subtitles in English, French and Spanish for their U.S. release. International sound and subtitling vary by territory.

"Over the years, a truly countless number of fans have told us that they would love to see and own the original version that they remember experiencing in theaters," said Jim Ward, President of LucasArts and Senior Vice President of Lucasfilm Ltd. "We returned to the Lucasfilm Archives to search exhaustively for source material that could be presented on DVD. This is something that we're very excited to be able to give to fans in response to their continuing enthusiasm for Star Wars. Topping it off with a new interactive adventure makes September 12 a red-letter day for Star Wars fans."

That's also the day fans will be able to experience the LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy video game, the action-packed sequel -- filled with tongue-in-cheek humor -- to one of the best selling video games of 2005.

Steel X · 05-04-2006, 11:57 AM

I already have this...

EDGE · 05-04-2006, 12:48 PM

that DVD you have doesn't have original Star Wars like.. Halo shot first. But on special edition, Greedo shot first then Halo. Notice different?

Blade Runner · 05-04-2006, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by EDGE

that DVD you have doesn't have original Star Wars like.. Halo shot first. But on special edition, Greedo shot first then Halo. Notice different?

It's "Han."

And yes these DVDs that we will get this Sept will be the original editions where Han shoots first and the old Jabba's Palace music, and the old man Anakin ending.

Steel X · 05-04-2006, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by EDGE

that DVD you have doesn't have original Star Wars like.. Halo shot first. But on special edition, Greedo shot first then Halo. Notice different?

Thats fucked up, man.

Blade Runner · 05-04-2006, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Steel X

Thats fucked up, man.

Obviously you have never seen the originals so, i'll link you to these websites that lists all the changes.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of...rs_re-releases

http://www.dvdactive.com/editorial/a...-part-one.html

EDGE · 05-05-2006, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by RITCount

It's "Han."

And yes these DVDs that we will get this Sept will be the original editions where Han shoots first and the old Jabba's Palace music, and the old man Anakin ending.

oops. yes.. Han shot first. Most fan are concern about Han who one actual shot first then edition change to be self-defense. That's crazy. lol

Steel X · 05-05-2006, 03:50 PM

http://www.fecundity.com/pmagnus/greedo.html

Blade Runner · 05-05-2006, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Steel X

http://www.fecundity.com/pmagnus/greedo.html

If you don't like Lucas, then why do you have the 2004 editions of the Star Wars Trilogy on DVD?

Steel X · 05-06-2006, 03:29 PM

cause they are better movies than changing them all over again.

Blade Runner · 05-06-2006, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Steel X

cause they are better movies than changing them all over again.

uh, you do know the dvds you own are NOT the original cuts of the films?

Steel X · 05-06-2006, 08:30 PM

Uh, They never even showed those kind of films in theatres back in 1977 either.

ALL films always been edited and rated before release so just to make the movies better, not shitty.

Blade Runner · 05-06-2006, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Steel X

Uh, They never even showed those kind of films in theatres back in 1977 either.

ALL films always been edited and rated before release so just to make the movies better, not shitty.

Lemme show you some examples of which edition I consider to be the original edition and the 2004 special edition:

this is the original 1977 "original cut"

This is the 2004 "revised cut" edition.

Again, the "original cut" edition

Again, the 2004 "revised cut" edition

The Original Cut

The 2004 edition

Let's move on to Empire and Jedi, shall we?

Empire cuts:

The 1980 "Original Cut"

The 2004 "Revised Cut" Edition

Jedi Cuts:

The 1983 "Original Cut"

The 2004 Edition.

So, in conclusion, the DVD set you own is the 2004 EDITIONS, NOT THE ORIGINAL CUTS!

if you want the original cuts, wait three months, you'll get them on DVD.

If you still don't know what the word, "cut" means. Let's turn to Merriam-Webster:

6 : a result of editing: as a : an abrupt transition from one sound or image to another in motion pictures, radio, or television b : an edited version of a film <a director's cut>

Steel X · 05-07-2006, 12:32 AM

nice pictures.....

Blade Runner · 05-07-2006, 12:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Steel X

nice pictures.....

Ah, I see... you're at a loss for words, huh?

Now go bang your head against a wall.

Dr. Strangelove · 05-07-2006, 12:01 PM

I thought I'd help everyone who's confused get up to speed. Wikipedia is a site I love to reference, espeically for movies. Look up 1.8: rereleases.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Star_Wars

Blade Runner · 05-07-2006, 12:22 PM

this is the original 1977 "original cut"

This is the 2004 "revised cut" edition.

Again, the "original cut" edition

Again, the 2004 "revised cut" edition

The Original Cut

The 2004 edition

Let's move on to Empire and Jedi, shall we?

Empire cuts:

The 1980 "Original Cut"

The 2004 "Revised Cut" Edition

Jedi Cuts:

The 1983 "Original Cut"

The 2004 Edition.

Fixed the links to the pics

sequoias · 05-07-2006, 12:39 PM

Interesting differences from the orginal and the modified versions. The new one looks more crisp and attractive while the old one looks more bland looking. Though, many hard-core star wars fans prefer the orginal version, I believe.

Blade Runner · 05-07-2006, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by sequoias

Interesting differences from the orginal and the modified versions. The new one looks more crisp and attractive while the old one looks more bland looking. Though, many hard-core star wars fans prefer the orginal version, I believe.

I prefer both. I can understand why Lucas changed these movies but I also plan to buy the original movies this fall for historical reasons because its fun to go back to the originals and see how much changed.

Mick · 05-07-2006, 01:47 PM

Han shot first, not Greedo, and that's what I want to see.

Blade Runner · 05-07-2006, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Mick

Han shot first, not Greedo, and that's what I want to see.

I could care less since I'll be buying these new DVD just for historical purposes.

Dr. Strangelove · 05-07-2006, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by RITCount

I could care less since I'll be buying these new DVD just for historical purposes.

Still, Han shooting first is not only history, you'll have it readily available to show people who don't get it, or don't know about it. I know I want to see Han shoot first too.

Blade Runner · 05-07-2006, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Batou

Still, Han shooting first is not only history, you'll have it readily available to show people who don't get it, or don't know about it. I know I want to see Han shoot first too.

Exacty!

EDGE · 05-08-2006, 10:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RITCount

Ah, I see... you're at a loss for words, huh?

Now go bang your head against a wall.

Quit it. Steel is very young, don't know about original Star Wars. He is 21st century fan boy.

Dr. Strangelove · 05-08-2006, 11:23 AM

But it's all love for Steel-X. How else do we help him become smarter and more prepared for the real world? It's all love.
Besides, it just wouldn't be the same without Steel-X at AllDeaf.

Blade Runner · 05-08-2006, 11:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EDGE

Quit it. Steel is very young, don't know about original Star Wars. He is 21st century fan boy.

Dude, Everyone knows there are three different editions of Star Wars. Steelie here is the only n00b that does not know that the 1977 edit existed.

Steel X · 05-08-2006, 04:09 PM

...Ever heard of the re-release of Star Wars in threatres back in 1997?

(OMG!!! NO SHIT SHERLOCK! ITS THE SECOND EDITION IN STAR WARS!!! OMG OMG OMG!!!1111 STAR WARZ RULZ STAR WARZ RULE RULE RULZ!!111)

...bunch of retards.

There has been too much editions already almost no one even respect George Lucas anymore.

"no edit this!" "NO! edit that!" "oh yeah let Greedo shoot first! that'll make the best episode EVER!"

05-04-2006, 04:55 AM	#1 (permalink)
Blade Runner Banned Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Currently Syracuse, NY Posts: 692	ORIGINAL Star Wars Trilogy comes to DVD this September! http://www.starwars.com/episode-iv/r...s20060503.html This September: Original Unaltered Trilogy on DVD May 03, 2006 Fans can look forward to a September filled with classic Star Wars nostalgia, led by the premiere of LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy video game and the long-awaited DVD release of the original theatrical incarnations of the classic Star Wars trilogy. In response to overwhelming demand, Lucasfilm Ltd. and Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment will release attractively priced individual two-disc releases of Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. Each release includes the 2004 digitally remastered version of the movie and, as bonus material, the theatrical edition of the film. That means you'll be able to enjoy Star Wars as it first appeared in 1977, Empire in 1980, and Jedi in 1983. This release will only be available for a limited time: from September 12th to December 31st. International release will follow on or about the same day. Each original theatrical version will feature Dolby 2.0 Surround sound, close-captioning, and subtitles in English, French and Spanish for their U.S. release. International sound and subtitling vary by territory. "Over the years, a truly countless number of fans have told us that they would love to see and own the original version that they remember experiencing in theaters," said Jim Ward, President of LucasArts and Senior Vice President of Lucasfilm Ltd. "We returned to the Lucasfilm Archives to search exhaustively for source material that could be presented on DVD. This is something that we're very excited to be able to give to fans in response to their continuing enthusiasm for Star Wars. Topping it off with a new interactive adventure makes September 12 a red-letter day for Star Wars fans." That's also the day fans will be able to experience the LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy video game, the action-packed sequel -- filled with tongue-in-cheek humor -- to one of the best selling video games of 2005.

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EDGE Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 1,010	that DVD you have doesn't have original Star Wars like.. Halo shot first. But on special edition, Greedo shot first then Halo. Notice different?

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Blade Runner Banned Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Currently Syracuse, NY Posts: 692	this is the original 1977 "original cut" This is the 2004 "revised cut" edition. Again, the "original cut" edition Again, the 2004 "revised cut" edition The Original Cut The 2004 edition Let's move on to Empire and Jedi, shall we? Empire cuts: The 1980 "Original Cut" The 2004 "Revised Cut" Edition Jedi Cuts: The 1983 "Original Cut" The 2004 Edition. Fixed the links to the pics

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sequoias Swifty the Rat Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: The Evergreen State Posts: 11,469	Interesting differences from the orginal and the modified versions. The new one looks more crisp and attractive while the old one looks more bland looking. Though, many hard-core star wars fans prefer the orginal version, I believe.

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Mick Down Under Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 3	Han shot first, not Greedo, and that's what I want to see.