his was just posted on the Classic Horror Film Board by David Colton, editor of USA TODAY:
Original Star Wars back: Han Solo shoots first! (Again...) We're reporting tomorrow that Lucas is releasing the three ORIGINAL Star Wars films -- without the digital tweaks and effects -- on DVD after all. And, once again, Han Solo will be shown shooting first.
I had a bit of this wrong in the original posting, so lemme try again:
-- As we all know, in the original STAR WARS, Han Solo pulls his gun and shoots Greedo in the Cantina scene.
-- When the film was restored and digitally tweaked for a new theatrical run, Lucas added a moment where Greedo fires first, misses, and then Solo shoots Greedo. As if it was self-defense.
-- Fans objected, and when the film hit DVD in 2004, Lucas tweaked it yet AGAIN, and this time Solo and Greedo shot simultaneously.
-- In the upcoming DVD (due in September), the original scene is back. Greedo warns about Jabba, Solo tries to wave him off and then pulls his gun and shoots Greedo dead.
By the way, the story says the transfer of the 'original' version will not be as pristine and scrubbed as the restored DVDs. In fact, at one point there was talk the originals no longer existed.
Anyhow, once we publish (in USA TODAY), tomorrow, I'll post the entire story
Original Star Wars FINALLY on DVD?
Rumor has it.
"Be bold, and mighty forces will come to your aid."
I want them both on DVD. I like the improved sound and getting rid of the see through snow speeders and just cleaning up the picture and adding some backgound elements.
I would love to be given the option to pick and choose what enhancments play when you watch the films. Then have Lucas go back and add another 10-15 minutes of AT-AT action and change the bullshit way Boba Fett dies.
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I would love to be given the option to pick and choose what enhancments play when you watch the films. Then have Lucas go back and add another 10-15 minutes of AT-AT action and change the bullshit way Boba Fett dies.
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Ah, I see.
And next year, we'll get the original version w/good sound.
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.
And next year, we'll get the original version w/good sound.
"Be bold, and mighty forces will come to your aid."