Star Wars the TV series x2 - Page 2

Elminster_Amaur · 04-27-2005, 01:28 PM

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If lucas can't make the best star wars movie ever out of episode 3 it'll be a dissapointment to me. You could get any half way decent writer with the ammount of talent and special effects work they have behind them to pull off the greatest star wars movie ever.

But see, they don't have a half-way decent writer. They have George Lucas. As such, he'll find a way to make it suck more than the last thing he put onto the big screen. He always does. He's almost to the point where he'll be nearly as vilified as R.A. Salvatore was for killing Chewie, only, he'll have killed Star Wars. With a rail-gun. Shot from point-blank. But seriously, if this next one is better than two, I'll be very happy with him.

mosc · 04-27-2005, 01:32 PM

James Earl Jones is on the cast list though so we WILL get some vader breathing.

I have always said since 10 years ago when I heard he was going to make the prequels that they should end with the mask on the screen, his breathing for a good, slow 10 seconds, then go to black and just pump the imperial march.

Dragonsbane · 04-28-2005, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Elminster_Amaur

But see, they don't have a half-way decent writer. They have George Lucas. As such, he'll find a way to make it suck more than the last thing he put onto the big screen. He always does. He's almost to the point where he'll be nearly as vilified as R.A. Salvatore was for killing Chewie, only, he'll have killed Star Wars. With a rail-gun. Shot from point-blank. But seriously, if this next one is better than two, I'll be very happy with him.

Salvatore has killed off important characters before, in his books, but usually they have some way of coming back to life. Unless Cadderly, Errtu the Balor, or some other magic/extraplanar character comes onto the scene Chewie is probably going to stay dead. I'm almost happy for Chewie, there's no chance for them to ruin him now.

On the other hand, if Lucas disappoints me, I will be almost as angry with him as I was with Salvatore for allowing Ryld Argith to die under his supervision...only, I can always forgive R.A., but Lucas will have failed me for the last time!

In other words, Episode III had better be good.

Magus · 05-02-2005, 07:39 PM

Way it should end is to show Vader's silheouette looking out the first Death Star window, then some loud breathing, fade to black, Imperial March music.

To not watch the original trilogy because of the suckiness of the new one? It makes my head spin. Mainly that you never saw the original trilogy, everybody's seen that...I thought.

I guess there is actually this huge flux in people who haven't seen the original Star Wars trilogy now, due to new births. It's very disturbing. They also haven't seen the Indiana Jones movies or Rambo or Arnold Schwarzennager movies or Alien movies or anything! It's messed up, man.

Aerozord · 05-02-2005, 08:37 PM

Ironically I saw the first three movies (4-6) because I loved the original card game. Day that game died was a sad one...ANYways. I think the third one will be good since from what I heard, think of it like 2, only all the mushy crap is replaced with jedi masters and sith lords killing each other. I heard the final fight might be the longest in the history of cinema.

As for the series, I think live action is a horrible idea. It took alot of money and the best special effects team in the world to make Star Wars convincing. I just dont think a tv show can have the resorces to pull it off. Animated...if its equal to clone wars it will atleast be worth a watch, but to put out that quality consistantly over a long period in 21min episode (comercials make it 30) would be difficult.

Oh and if they put it on WB or Fox's saturday morning run even a Star Wars nut like me will most likely ignore it and hope it goes away.

Sato · 05-02-2005, 08:52 PM

Honestly, I find Star Wars nuts too cynical. I enjoy it for what it is, and have some fun watching it. Star Wars fanatics look at the flaws, not the good parts. Just like critics. That's why I never go to conventions or Star Wars forums. They suck the fun out of it.

Hatake Kakashi · 05-02-2005, 10:41 PM

Well, I can't say I'm a Star Wars nut... probably won't ever be if the third movie doesn't catch my interest... and soon. I've been alive 27+ years, haven't seen the original 3 movies, nor the rambo flicks, never was interested in the Alien flicks (what a waste of time!), but I've followed quite a few of Arnold's movies.

Tch. The trouble with the movies (Star Wars) that I HAVE seen is that there's so little good to "suck out" compared to the so... incredibly.... much bad that already just... well, sucks. I can't list how I would want the series to improve, simply because all I've seen is mediocrity at best, thus I haven't seen how Star Wars should really be. I guess. Let's just hope the new one will actually be worth the time.

I'll have to download it first though... definitely don't want to waste more money on complete trash, if that's what it'll be. You know the old saying: "Fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice, shame on me. Try again, and I'll download your shit first."

Elminster_Amaur · 05-02-2005, 10:59 PM

Really Hatake, if Episode III were to even come close to living up to the first trilogy, it would be an awesome movie. I just want you to know that Lucas has been doing the name of Star Wars a disservice since he announced the prequels, and that the first trilogy had more good in five minutes of it than the first and second combined. They were quite good, and are oft considered classics. I suggest that even if you find Episode III to be lacking, you should watch IV, V and VI. A New Hope would be a symbolic title for someone watching them in the order that you have...unless Lucas has already ruined the name of Star Wars for you. Oh well, it's your time, not mine, do with it what you will.

Hatake Kakashi · 05-03-2005, 03:21 AM

Ironic that you should mention that, more ironic that it would be true. I may just have to take your advice from that simple statement, El.

You're very astute in your assertion that Lucas has all but completely ruined the Star Wars name for me. I'm not saying that I could write a better Ep 1 or 2, but I'm quite certain there could've been far more capable hands than what he's been displaying. I've been wondering for some time now how he ever made it into the business... I also suspect he must've stolen the first three movies from someone else, which could be the source of all the miscellaneous "human fingers" that are being found in everything from Wendy's chili to Chocolate Ice Cream these days....

After the debacle that was Episode 2, I found that the Camp Chaos writers had everything pretty tightly wrapped in a nutshell. The link below is for those who haven't seen that particular bit of footage...

We'll have to see what happens, El. I hope you're right.

http://www.campchaos.com/show.php?iID=140

HigherFat · 05-03-2005, 06:23 AM

Wow Hatake, you are a little out of your league posting on this thread....

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I've been wondering for some time now how he ever made it into the business...

Where do you get off saying that when you have never seen episodes 4,5, and 6? You should check into things before you go trying to put out an opinion. And since when did everyone in the world become expert critics? Can't you just take a classic and beloved story into your fold without all your pestering judgements. Just love it for what it is. if you hate it then you can just shut the hell up cuz no one cares what you think

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On a side note i proudly admit that i already have my ticket for the first midnight showing of episode 3. And i may just have to bring a toy light sabre to battle the ultra nerds for the best seats, and then just punch them in the face when im tired of them, because they are weak and frail!

05-02-2005, 08:37 PM	#15
Aerozord So we are clear Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Former murder capital of the world Posts: 13,824	Ironically I saw the first three movies (4-6) because I loved the original card game. Day that game died was a sad one...ANYways. I think the third one will be good since from what I heard, think of it like 2, only all the mushy crap is replaced with jedi masters and sith lords killing each other. I heard the final fight might be the longest in the history of cinema. As for the series, I think live action is a horrible idea. It took alot of money and the best special effects team in the world to make Star Wars convincing. I just dont think a tv show can have the resorces to pull it off. Animated...if its equal to clone wars it will atleast be worth a watch, but to put out that quality consistantly over a long period in 21min episode (comercials make it 30) would be difficult. Oh and if they put it on WB or Fox's saturday morning run even a Star Wars nut like me will most likely ignore it and hope it goes away. __________________ "don't hate me for being a heterosexual white guy disparaging slacktivism, hate me for all those murders I've done."

05-02-2005, 08:52 PM	#16
Sato Now With Less Spam Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: In a nutshell Posts: 168	Honestly, I find Star Wars nuts too cynical. I enjoy it for what it is, and have some fun watching it. Star Wars fanatics look at the flaws, not the good parts. Just like critics. That's why I never go to conventions or Star Wars forums. They suck the fun out of it. __________________ They say you can measure a man by his deeds, but isn't a ruler easier? Someday, a webcomic should spawn from the deeps of my incomprehensible mind and be bestown on you. If this plan happens and my decent hand drawing style appeases you all, please feel free to give me a small parade for actually not procrastinating and going against my ideals. That or a cookie. Be like Link, just say no to pot. (That or smash it up with your sword.)

05-02-2005, 10:59 PM	#18
Elminster_Amaur Her hands were cold and small. Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: My Mind Posts: 2,049	Really Hatake, if Episode III were to even come close to living up to the first trilogy, it would be an awesome movie. I just want you to know that Lucas has been doing the name of Star Wars a disservice since he announced the prequels, and that the first trilogy had more good in five minutes of it than the first and second combined. They were quite good, and are oft considered classics. I suggest that even if you find Episode III to be lacking, you should watch IV, V and VI. A New Hope would be a symbolic title for someone watching them in the order that you have...unless Lucas has already ruined the name of Star Wars for you. Oh well, it's your time, not mine, do with it what you will. __________________ "It just rubs me the wrong way." -CJ, most likely about non-yaoi porn or something

04-27-2005, 01:32 PM	#12
mosc Goomba Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 17	James Earl Jones is on the cast list though so we WILL get some vader breathing. I have always said since 10 years ago when I heard he was going to make the prequels that they should end with the mask on the screen, his breathing for a good, slow 10 seconds, then go to black and just pump the imperial march.

05-02-2005, 07:39 PM	#14
Magus Archer and Armstrong vs. the World Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 7,164	Way it should end is to show Vader's silheouette looking out the first Death Star window, then some loud breathing, fade to black, Imperial March music. To not watch the original trilogy because of the suckiness of the new one? It makes my head spin. Mainly that you never saw the original trilogy, everybody's seen that...I thought. I guess there is actually this huge flux in people who haven't seen the original Star Wars trilogy now, due to new births. It's very disturbing. They also haven't seen the Indiana Jones movies or Rambo or Arnold Schwarzennager movies or Alien movies or anything! It's messed up, man.