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Summary: One of the best ever
Review: When I first saw the original episode of Star Wars shortly after its release I thought it was one of the best pictures I had ever seen. I still remember that at the end the entire audience clapped for several minutes!!!! What film have you ever seen that the entire audience clapped at the end? The only film I have seen since then that the audience clapped for was Titanic and the clapping at the showing I attended was not nearly as loud or as long as for Star Wars. This tells you a lot about this film. People seeing this film for the first time now do not get this same feeling because they have been subjected to so much high tech that it appears to be below the standards. But those that saw it when it first came out realize that it broke new ground and the special effects were wonderful and ground breaking at that time. I have wanted these movies on DVD in Widescreen for some time and will be buying them even though I already have them on VHS.
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Summary: The Original Versions Are Better!
Review: I don't get this. A few months ago when the Alien Quadrilogy was released everyone called it a milestone in presentation and one of the best DVD boxed sets out there. It was and still is. It included the original and special edition of all four Alien movies and spanned 11 DVDs in length and included uncoutable extras for each film. Lucas, on the other hand, has decided to release this sub-par boxed set that only gives customers the special edition of each Star Wars film and not nearly as many extras. It is a compromised set for what otherwise could be another great piece in your DVD collection. I'm gonna pass on this one in the hopes that the original versions will be released sometime in the future.
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Summary: George Lucas, May he never touch the Indiana Jones trilogy
Review: I would rather use my computer, and burn copies of my old videos onto DVD than buy something I never wanted and absolutely despise. Of course, the DVD collection will make Billions more for Lucas Film, forcing him to direct more attrocities, or add special effects to other great movies. Why doesn't he go back to American Graffiti and add some more tire smoke. Could improve my viewing pleasure, a little.
I mean i can't wait to stand in line next MAy for the Blockbuster finaly, and clap and applaud and cheer that he has finished destroying the best work he ever did.
That is if I don't fall asleep, during the riviting dialogue with utter Brilliant Direction!
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Summary: Who Cares if it is the New Versions
Review: I think the New Versions tell the story of Luke better than the orginal and even it does'nt who will not add this to their collection. Holla if you here me.
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Summary: Directors Cut
Review: Well George Lucas edited the movies. I'm sure no director ever edits the movies and make them something other than what we saw at the theater. Come to think of it I can name you a great number of Director's Cuts. So why should this be different? Granted I too wish that they included both the original and modified versions. All I can say is that I'm ecstatic this is finally coming out on DVD. I enjoy the new releases but the magic of the original three movies can't be beat. When I saw the original Star Wars at the theater it was not Chapter IV A New Hope. It was just Star Wars. Am I complaining? No, quite the contrary. Why would I complain about Mr. Lucas making five more movies to carry on the saga? You can bet I have pre-ordered my set.
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Summary: Stop whining, people
Review: No film, let alone a series of films, has been released on home video as often as "Star Wars." I personally own three versions of the film: the original release, the THX remastering and the special edition. What does not cease to amaze me is, in spite of this, the never-ending complaining about the special editions. *This* is how Lucas wanted the original films to look like and since this is *his* story, not yours, and he's allowed to do whatever he wants.Stop your whining. Buy the DVDs or don't buy the DVDs, I don't think any of us really cares. If you buy them and you still insist you need to watch the original version then dust off your VCR and pop the tapes in. Let the rest of us enjoy what is clearly going to be an amazing experience without your constant belly-aching.
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Summary: At least give us a choice!
Review: Original or "improved"--which is better? I for one have always preferred the original theatrical cuts of the three movies. The new effects fit very poorly with the original shots--a problem that is endemic throughout the 'new' trilogy--and essentially add nothing. However, some people like the new version, and I respect that. Therefore, Lucas should have cranked out *two* DVD sets. One with the original cut, one with the expanded cuts. Easy as pie--people do it with fullscreen/widescreen movies all the time. Might even have made *more* money. But, no. Now, if I want to see the originals, I have to fall back on my VHS tapes. Not a bad alternative, but lacking. Lucas has been on a downward slide for awhile; his refusal to allow us to choose is the final insult.
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Summary: The Original Releases are by far the BEST
Review: I have been a fan of Star Wars since 1980, and the oringals are the best. I was very excited for the special editions when they were released in the 90s, but let us face it, George Lucas has lost his touch. He relies to heavily on ILM, which has very low grade technology, especially when compared to Weta Digital (the special effects creators for Lord of the Rings). Lucasfilm has tanked just like Disney. It is very sad to see two great film production compannies go downhill so quickly.
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Summary: I have the original edition of the trilogy
Review: I already own the original edition of the trilogy on DVD (and no it isn't just some crappy rip...it's perfect quality with digital surround...and I'm not telling where I got it :) ). Anyways, I'm still going to order the Special Edition since Amazon's price is so good. Not as good as get the original edition for only (...), though ;)
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Summary: Finally, It¿s About Time
Review: I was begging my dad to let me see the "Star Wars" trilogy. When he said, "Okay, you can buy them if we find them." I was thrilled. It wasn't available anywhere until November 21, 2000, I said, "Dad, I found the trilogy." I was glad and watched Episodes, IV, V, and VI. I loved the original. I even loved "Empire" more. But "Jedi" was the weak link. Excellent performances by everyone, especially Harrison Ford and James Earl Jones. But, I've never seen the original originals. So, please, release both editions, Lucas. Thank you.
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