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Summary: Why do we have to suffer with another crappy VHS transfer?
Review: I now own 2 versions of the trilogy on VHS and have no intention of buying this one, since I recently bought a DVD player. Let me tell you, as anyone else will, that VHS is a waste of time after having experienced DVD. So, Mr. Lucas, kindly cut the crap and get this out on DVD ASAP. We loyal fans are rapidly losing patience, and are unwilling to shell out $30 for 10 minutes worth of behind-the-scenes on Ep 2.
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Summary: This re-release for Collecting purposes.
Review: The boxes in this re-release match the box style for the Episode I: Phantom Menace video release. So following in this logic, Lucas will probably continue to release VHS versions of the next two films using the same box style as these. Don't be surprised if the Star Wars movies aren't available in DVD until after 2006 when Episode III will be released on home video.I am giving this edition only a 4 Star rating because the first copy that I brought home was defective. The Episode IV tape would not play. It's like the way it was recorded, the tracking didn't match up at the normal speed. All I got was a blank "blue" screen. But it worked when hitting "Slow Motion" and "Pause" & "FF/REW". The tape counter didn't even move, but the tape did. Hopefully my replacement copy will work when I take it back tomorrow. Will submit an update if it does. BTW, there is an Episode II sneak preview at the beginning of the Episode IV tape. Although I had to watch it in FF! Oh, even the titles have been renamed, at least on the boxes that is. Star Wars is now known as Star Wars IV: A New Hope
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Summary: WHY?
Review: What is the point? Why is Lucas re-re-re-re-re-releasing the same three movies in this pathetic format AGAIN? I refuse to buy these simply because of the inferior quality of VHS. Get your act together Lucas and release these on DVD.
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Summary: A must have for your video collection!
Review: Here comes another re-release of the Star Wars trilogy! If you do not own this, go out and buy it. I know from personal experience what it's like after a release goes out of print. Back in 1996, I got interested in Star Wars. Although, I didn't know much about anything, and the first release of the Special Edition just came and went by. Although, after it was out of print, I really learned a lot about Star Wars, and HAD to have the movie! It is impossible to find it (although I eventually did for double the regular retail price)! If you do not own Star Wars, but this treasure now while you still can, and watch George Lucas's amazing work.
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Summary: Best Movie Trilogy of All-Time
Review: What else is there to say about the Star Wars Trilogy? It defined what sci-fi movies were, if that. I've been a fan of Star Wars ever since I was 4 or 5 years old, when I saw Return of the Jedi on TV. And even though The Phantom Menace may have somewhat been a fluke, you still have to admit that it's a good movie as well. But The Phantom Menace doesn't compare at all to the original trilogy. My favorite movie out of the trilogy, by far, is The Empire Strikes Back. The darker tone to it makes it much better than A New Hope and Return of the Jedi. Also, I think it's got the best acting, as well as best character developments. When the trilogy was rereleased back in 1997, my mom bought the pan and scan version when I wanted the widescreen version, but I was fine with pan and scan. After about a year, I wanted the widescreen version desperately, but it went out of print. Therefore, I was left with my crummy pan and scan. But now, thanks to the almighty God George Lucas, I can watch the original trilogy the way it was in theaters, not to mention the Episode II preview at the beginning, which I can't to watch. Even if you have 3 different copies of the trilogy, go ahead and buy this version, especially with the Ep. II intro. Thank you ever so much for making these brilliant movies, Mr. Lucas, keep it up!
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Summary: New Video release
Review: I cannot say anything about the trilogy that has not been said. This review is regarding the quality of the video itself. Overall, the quality is very good. First, the widescreen version is the only way to go. I compared scenes from my special edition pan and scan version to this new widescreen version and it is amazing how much information is lost in the pan and scan version. the true star wars fan must see these movies in widescreen to see what Lucas intended. Picture quality is great for VHS. Colors are vibrant and the picture exhibits little grain. You will see occasional flaw due to the age of the original masters. This is also the best I have heard these movies sound outside of the last theater release in 1997. Using a prologic decoder, this release creates a great soundfield. Overall, the quality of this release is a five. It is far better quality than the Phantom menace widescreen release. Makes you wonder how 20+ year movies can look and sound better on video than one that was just released a year ago. My only complaint about this set is that the movies are the "special edition" versions and not the originals. For that reason I give a total rating of 4 stars. I reccomend this set highly, especially the widescreen version.
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Summary: too little, too late
Review: In my opinion, Mr. Lucus has pushed alot of the best Star Wars fans past their breaking point with this insulting release. How much longer is he going to wait to release this on DVD widescreen? Most of us that shared the excitement of the original release in the days of our youth are in our mid 30's to late 40's now. If Mr. Lucus waits any longer, he may wait past the point to where we just won't give a crap anymore. If maximum sales profit is all Mr. Lucus is concerned about and the fans be damned, then I suggest Star Wars sales would have already reached their peak at this time, and it's all downhill from here. I'm in my mid 30's and to my surprise, most 18-25 year olds that I know have never seen the original trilogy and don't have much interest in watching them.
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Summary: When will we have DVD????
Review: If you own the Special Edition Star Wars Trilogy on video already and if they're in good condition, then there's really no reason to purchase this new reisssue. In fact the only bonus is a behind the scenes featurette of Episode II but even that is a disappointment. With the first video release of the Special Editions back in 1997, the videos featured the theatrical trailers and a behind the scenes feature before the actual film. Those bonuses are absent now to make room for the empty Episode II featurette. The new packaging has a sporty new look and retitles the trilogy with their new "Episode IV, V, and VI" handles and the sound and picture quality is first rate... for a video release. As for the films themselves, they are first rate entertainment. I recommend viewing each film in chronological order, just for the heck of it.
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Summary: Great set - but only if you don't own "Special Edition"
Review: I have to give the set 5 stars because after all.... it is The Star Wars Trilogy. But... for those looking for something new here - you just won't find it. It is the same exact series as Special Edition. And the Episode II behind the sceens? Believe me - there is nothing here. Less than 15 minutes of interviews from Luke's Aunt and Uncle, played by 2 young Aussi actors, and a brief interview with Lucas and Anthony Daniels. No footage What So Ever! No Anikan - no princess - nothing! So... Botton line - buy this only if you don't already own "Special Edition".
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Summary: Why are some of us so quick to complain??
Review: We should be grateful that George Lucas is introducing even more people to his wonderful Star Wars trilogy! VHS is good enough, isn't it?? We can be PATIENT and wait for the DVDs, yes?? Besides, DVD is just another format that has tended to spoil a lot of us into thinking that VHS should be gotten rid of completely. That's bogus! Lucas doesn't have the time right now to even THINK about the DVDs. He wants thought put into them so he can put lotsa' great extras into them. He doesn't want to rush them. I applaud George Lucas to take the time to make every one of his products special and precisely thought out. He's busy enough with making Episodes II and III as it is! We should be very grateful we're getting this new Trilogy AT ALL! So enjoy it while you can, everybody! Grab up a Widescreen copy and enjoy! The DVDs will be here before we know it. Just give Lucas some time and we'll see the wonders that he can do!
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