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Lucasfilm and 20th Century Fox finally unleash the beloved original Star Wars trilogy on DVD in this packed box set sure to heat up retailers' shelves and home systems everywhere. All three films have been remastered in their Special Edition forms and have been given a face-lift for the digital age with literally the most stunning picture and sound quality the films have ever seen. Colors are incredibly vivid, while the picture has never looked as sharp as it does now. Since George Lucas is a firm believer in letting artists control how the public sees their work, sadly there isn't any trace of the original versions on the new prints (so Greedo still shoots first, though it's not as jarring as the Special Edition made it out to be). Mixed with Ben Burtt's new sound mix, the overall presentation is stunning and truly does justice to the films. Extra effects have been added as well, with a new Jabba to replace the initial CG one cut into A New Hope, and yes, that is Hayden Christensen added into the end of Jedi. Released exclusively as a collection in two separate editions, this set includes the recommended widescreen versions (a full-screen set is also available) and features anamorphic transfers with Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround EX tracks. Menu design is particularly stellar, with three optional ones chosen at random for all the movie discs that can also be chosen by entering Menu, 2, or 12 on your remote during the Warning screen. Commentaries can be found on each movie, with everyone from George Lucas and Carrie Fisher to Empire's director, Irvin Kershner, and sound designer, Ben Burtt, sounding off. Burtt actually is a joy to listen to as he takes the viewer through his process of recording these iconic sounds, though the main prize goes to Kershner, who astounds with his grasp of the characters and the film itself. If Empire is thought to be the best-made film out of the trilogy, you can bet that he's the main reason for it. Over ten hours of extras are included on the bonus disc, with newly created featurettes and archival material spanning the entire history of the original saga. The 151-minute extended cut of the documentary "Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy" is easily the most anticipated, and boy, it does not disappoint! Featuring countless interviews with cast and crew along with rare behind-the-scenes footage from the first three films, the story is told through time as Lucas battled to remain in control of the productions despite lawsuits and plenty of other obstacles that will come as quite a surprise to the casual viewer. You'll be glued to the screen, whether it's from glimpses of deleted scenes not included in the rest of the disc or just the sheer amount of mind-blowing behind-the-scenes footage (such as Peter Mayhew's voice saying Chewie lines, or how about David Prowse doing Vader's voice with a Scottish accent?). Three other featurettes make their debut in the set as well, including "The Birth of the Lightsaber," "The Characters of Star Wars," and "The Force Is With Them: The Legacy of Star Wars." Each short featurette is solid, with more amazing footage from the vault, while the last one features interviews from current directors Peter Jackson, Ridley Scott, and others as they discuss how the original trilogy affected them. Also on the bonus disc is what will be audiences' first look at Episode III in "The Return of Darth Vader" preview. Packed with footage of Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen as they practice the final fight in the film, the ten-minute documentary cuts between that and the step-by-step process of sculpting and fabricating the new Vader costume. Sure it's a tease, but then again, this is the same marketing game that Lucas helped create, as you can see in the wall-to-wall production print galleries and packed sections of trailers and TV ads that are included. Extreme fans shouldn't expect everything, as only three trailers are attached to each film, thereby cutting a few memorable ones out of the pack. The photo galleries are another beast, with numerous shots of deleted scenes once again making their way onto the disc, but not in their film form. Indeed, despite additional promotional features that dive into future Star Wars games and some hilarious gag reels hidden within the bonus disc, it's not hard to see that Lucasfilm is still holding some stuff back. Still, fans should be quite used to buying multiple versions of these films by now, and these discs really are something special that should more than tide them over until the rumored six-movie set coming after Episode III. While many will be disappointed that the films couldn't be released in their original theatrical versions, this set will still be a nice package that most DVD customers will have a hard time turning down.
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Special Features

Disc 1: Star Wars: A New Hope IV -- Commentary by George Lucas, Ben Burtt, Dennis Muren, and Carrie Fisher.
Disc 2: The Empire Strikes Back V -- Commentary by George Lucas, Irvin Kershner, Lawrence Kasdan, Ben Burtt, Dennis Muren, and Carrie Fisher.
Disc 3: Return of the Jedi VI -- Commentary by George Lucas, Lawrence Kasdan, Ben Burtt, Dennis Muren, and Carrie Fisher.
Disc 4: Extended DVD version of "Empire of Dreams," featuring an additional hour of never-before-seen footage and interviews; featurettes on "The Characters of Star Wars," "The Birth of the Lightsaber," and "The Force is With Them: The Legacy of Star Wars"; behind-the-scenes look at Episode III in "The Return of Darth Vader"; Trailer and Xbox playable demo with an entire level of the Star Wars Battlefront game, a sneak peek at the making of the Episode III video game; theatrical teasers, trailers, and TV spots from all three films; still galleries; DVD-ROM web link to exclusive content; and more.
Audio: English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX, Dolby Surround, Spanish Dolby Surround, French Dolby Surround, THX Certified; English subtitles.
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Product Details

  • Release Date: 9/21/2004
  • UPC: 024543123415

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  • Source: 20th Century Fox
  • Region Code: 1
  • Presentation: Wide Screen - Deluxe Edition
  • Sound: THX-Supervised Mastering
  • Language: Français, Spanish
  • Time: 6:28:00
  • Format: DVD

Cast & Crew

Performance Credits
Mark Hamill Luke Skywalker
Harrison Ford Han Solo
Carrie Fisher Princess Leia Organa
Alec Guinness Ben Obi-Wan Kenobi
Frank Oz Yoda
Technical Credits
George Lucas Producer
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Scene Index

Side #1 -- Episode IV: A New Hope
1. Opening Logos [:22]
2. A New Hope [1:31]
3. Imperial Boarding Party [1:31]
4. Artoo's Mission [1:31]
5. Vader Confronts the Princess [:17]
6. Lost in the Desert [:17]
7. Land of the Jawas [:17]
8. Droids for Sale [2:42]
9. In the Garage [2:35]
10. Lars Family Dinner [1:26]
11. Binary Sunset [:12]
12. Attack of the Sand People [2:13]
13. Meeting Old Ben [4:18]
14. "Your Father's Lightsaber" [:10]
15. Leia's Message [3:50]
16. The Death Star [3:52]
17. Torched Homestead [1:59]
18. Luke's Decision [2:12]
19. Mos Eisley Spaceport [1:27]
20. The Cantina [3:21]
21. Han Solo [1:02]
22. Cornered by Greedo [1:16]
23. Death Star Destination [2:01]
24. Jabba the Hutt [2:11]
25. The Millenium Falcon [1:10]
26. Alderaan's Fate [1:26]
27. Lightsaber Training [:49]
28. "That's No Moon..." [2:19]
29. Secret Compartment [3:00]
30. Planning the Escape [2:05]
31. Wookie Prisoner [1:16]
32. Rescuing the Princess [1:27]
33. Into the Garbage Shoot [1:31]
34. The Trash Compactor [:17]
35. The Walls Close In [2:29]
36. Deactivating the Tractor Beam [2:13]
37. Back to the Ship [3:30]
38. Obi-Wan Vs. Vader [:26]
39. The Fighter Attack [:00]
40. "They Let Us Go" [:11]
41. Arrival on Yavin 4 [2:53]
42. Rebel Briefing [2:05]
43. Han's Departure [4:10]
44. Luke and Biggs [1:40]
45. Assault on the Death Star [:18]
46. Trench Runs [2:42]
47. "Use the Force, Luke" [1:55]
48. A Hero's Welcome [2:06]
49. Medal Ceremony [:13]
50. End Credits [3:30]
Side #2 -- Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
1. Opening Logos [:11]
2. The Empire Strikes Back [:10]
3. Ice Planet Hoth [:10]
4. The Rebel Base [:10]
5. Escape From the Wompa [1:34]
6. Closing the Doors [1:34]
7. Obi-Wan's Instructions [1:34]
8. Search Party [:22]
9. Luke's Recovery [:22]
10. Imperial Probe Droid [:22]
11. The Imperial Fleet [1:57]
12. Preparing for Battle [4:03]
13. First Transport Away [:28]
14. Battle in the Snow [1:28]
15. The Tide Turns [2:41]
16. Rebels in Retreat [1:13]
17. Escape Aboard the Falcon [1:01]
18. Leaving for Degobah [1:16]
19. The Empire in Pursuit [:18]
20. Asteroid Field [1:00]
21. Crash Landing on Degobah [:31]
22. Hunting the Falcon [:37]
23. "Found Someone, You Have" [:48]
24. Interrupted Kiss [1:37]
25. The Emperor's Message [2:34]
26. Yoda's Hut [:19]
27. "This is No Cave" [1:32]
28. Jedi Training [3:38]
29. Failure at the Cave [:26]
30. Bounty Hunters [1:33]
31. There is no Try [2:08]
32. Out With the Garbage [2:17]
33. Seeing the Future [:29]
34. City in the Clouds [:27]
35. Meeting Lando [1:42]
36. Leaving Degobah [2:03]
37. Leia's Concerns [:56]
38. Imperial Surprise [2:46]
39. The Deal Gets Worse [1:48]
40. Carbon-Freeze [:11]
41. Luke Enters the Trap [3:53]
42. Confronting the Dark Lord [2:02]
43. Lando's Second Surprise [:43]
44. Lightsaber Duel [1:20]
45. Escape From Cloud City [3:20]
46. Vader's Revelation [:24]
47. Falcon to the Rescue [2:52]
48. The Empire Closes In [2:44]
49. The Rebel Fleet [:32]
50. End Credits [1:31]
Side #3 -- Episode VI: Return of the Jedi
1. Opening Logos [:22]
2. Return of the Jedi [1:34]
3. Vader's Unexpected Visit [1:34]
4. Arrival at Jabba's Palace [1:34]
5. A Message and a Gift [:28]
6. The Max Rebo Band [:28]
7. The Price for Chewbacca [:28]
8. Free From the Carbonite [2:36]
9. Entert the Jedi [:39]
10. "Oh No! The Rancor!" [:20]
11. On the Sail Barge [2:11]
12. The Sarlacc Pit [4:10]
13. The Emperor Arrives [1:59]
14. Yoda's Twilight [3:13]
15. A Certain Point of View [4:33]
16. Rebel Briefing [2:58]
17. Lending the Falcon [4:28]
18. The Emperor's Instructions [1:51]
19. Flying Casual [6:15]
20. Arrival on Endor [1:48]
21. Speeder Bike Chase [5:44]
22. Leia Meets Wicket [3:06]
23. Vader's Report [3:12]
24. An Ewolk Trap [1:56]
25. The Golden God [:52]
26. Campfire Stories [2:30]
27. Brother and Sister [1:48]
28. Luke Surrenders [3:57]
29. Rebel Recon [3:37]
30. The Alliance Fleet [1:28]
31. Back Door [4:13]
32. Luke and the Emperor [3:51]
33. "It's a Trap!" [2:21]
34. Ewok Attack [4:15]
35. Fully Operational [3:36]
36. The Battle Rages [:45]
37. The Dark Side Beckons [:59]
38. The Ewoks Turn the Tide [2:13]
39. Father Vs. Son [3:14]
40. Taking the Bunker [3:22]
41. A Jedi's Fury [3:43]
42. The Sheild is Down [1:57]
43. Force Lightning [2:04]
44. Vader's Redemption [:59]
45. Into the Death Star [3:15]
46. Anakin Unmasked [1:58]
47. Death Star Destroyed [:56]
48. Funeral Pyre [2:59]
49. Celebration [:31]
50. End Credits [:49]
Side #4 -- Bonus Material
1. The World Was Changing [8:09]
2. Building a Rebel Force [7:50]
3. Star Wars: A New Hope [3:31]
4. An Epic in Crisis [4:41]
5. A Day They Would Never Forget [7:48]
6. The Empire Strikes Back [2:25]
7. A Jedi Named Yoda [5:44]
8. Betting the Farm [8:00]
9. Return of the Jedi [4:29]
10. Speeder Bikes [3:22]
11. The Saga Continues [7:58]
12. Closing Credits [7:50]
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Menu

Side #1 -- Episode IV: A New Hope
   Play Movie
   Chapters
   Options
      Subtitles: English
      Subtitles: Off
      Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround EX
      Audio: English 2.0 Dolby Surround
      Audio: Spanish 2.0 Dolby Surround
      Audio: French 2.0 Dolby Surround
      Audio Commentary With George Lucas, Carrie Fisher, Ben Burtt and Dennis Muren
   Starwars.com
Side #2 -- Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
   Play Movie
   Chapters
   Options
      Subtitles: English
      Subtitles: Off
      Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround EX
      Audio: English 2.0 Dolby Surround
      Audio: Spanish 2.0 Dolby Surround
      Audio: French 2.0 Dolby Surround
      Audio Commentary With George Lucas, Irvin Kershner, Carrie Fisher, Ben Burtt and Dennis Muren
   Starwars.com
Side #3 -- Episode VI: Return of the Jedi
   Play Movie
   Chapters
   Options
      Subtitles: English
      Subtitles: Off
      Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround EX
      Audio: English 2.0 Dolby Surround
      Audio: Spanish 2.0 Dolby Surround
      Audio: French 2.0 Dolby Surround
      Audio Commentary With George Lucas, Carrie Fisher, Ben Burtt and Dennis Muren
   Starwars.com
Side #4 -- Bonus Material
   Documentary and Featurettes
      Featurettes
         The Characters of Star Wars
         The Birth of the Lightsaber
         The Force is With Them: The Legacy of Star Wars
      Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy
      Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy - Chapters
   Trailers and TV Spots
      A New Hope
         Teaser
         Launch
         Re-Release
         1997
      The Empire Stikes Back
         Teaser
         Launch
         Re-Release
      Return of the Jedi
         "Revenge" Teaser
         Launch
         Re-Release
      To TV Spots
         A New Hope: Farm Boy
         A New Hope: What If?
         A New Hope: Adventure
         A New Hope: Forbidden Love
         The Empire Strikes Back: New Chapter
         The Empire Strikes Back: Battle
         The Empire Strikes Back: Old and New
         The Empire Strikes Back: Heroes
         Return of the Jedi: It Began
         Return of the Jedi: Climactic Chapter
         Return of the Jedi: Return
         Play All
   Video Games and Still Galleries
      Exclusive Production Photos
         View Photos
            View All Photos
            View A New Hope Photos
            View The Empire Strikes Back Photos
            View Return of the Jedi Photos
      One-Sheet Posters
         View Posters
      Episode III: Making the Game
      Star Wars Battlefront: Xbox Game Demo
      Star Wars Battlefront: Game Trailer
   Episode III Preview: The Return of Darth Vader
   Starwars.com
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  • Posted October 1, 2010

    Don't get this version!

    There's a reason that movies are filmed in Panavision -- they are more interesting to watch that way. If you buy this DVD version of the Star Wars Trilogy, you will be missing 40% of the visuals that were put together. The sides of the movie will be cropped off to fit a square TV tube, and you will wind up with a severe case of tunnel vision.

    The pan/scan process doesn't give you the total picture, and many important moments are completely lost, such as the puzzlement of C-3PO when Leia kisses Luke in "Empire," or the vastness of the Death Star landing bay in "Jedi."

    Get the widescreen version of these movies, please!

    9 out of 13 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted October 1, 2010

    I don't like the new changes!

    It's the classic Star Wars trilogy everyone loves, but it has the new modifications to it. I'll admit some of the special FX are better, but the end of Return of the Jedi features the newer Anakin Skywalker. It was an interesting surprise (sorry I ruined it), but it took from the originality.

    3 out of 4 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted May 12, 2012

    STOP CHANGING STAR WARS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    STOP CHANGING STAR WARS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    The Zeus of Sci-fi

    I loved this boxed set! I don't now why everybody's dissapointed with this masterpeice, these are classic movies for crying out loud! I've read all of the reviews and the people are complaing about the upgrated special effects. The person on the first page was complaing that at the end of #6 when they show Obi-Wan, Yoda, and Anikan. Anikan's character is changed from the older version to Hayden's Anikan. Sure it was a shock to me and my brother, but if Lucas changes one little seen in the movie, it doesn't meen that you should hate Starwars! Duh! You should know why he did that because Anikan practicly died when he became Vader, the machanical part of his body basicly took over. And do you wan't to know why Obi-Wan and Yoda were left as old men? Because they died as old men! It's really a stupid way to say why you hate it.Your probly a Harry Potter lover. Anyway, this is definatly worth to spend your 60 bucks on. Plus in the Bonus disc they talk about the most anticipated event we Starwars fans have been waiting for over thirty years... the duel between Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anikan Skywalker. And you better not complain about that either! Everybody who likes Starwars are NOT geeks!

    2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    What's all the crying about?

    I have seen the original versions of these movies hundreds of times. I also went to see the 'special' editions when they were rereleased in the the theater. I do not believe that they were changed nearly as much as some reviewers claim. Yes, some special effects were added, and the scene of Jabba the Hut in Star Wars was unnecessary, but, did it really ruin the movie? I don't think so. The second biggest change I can think of is when they changed the ending music for Return of the Jedi and added in the extra song at Jabba's palace. The palace scene didn't add to the movie, but replacing that damn obnoxious ewok song at the end was an improvement. The ewoks were the most annoying characters in the original trilogy and succeeded only in helping to make Return the campiest and silliest of the originals. but for the most part, the movies are the same. Sorry if I can't get nostalgic for grainy footage and speeders that 'fly' only because Lucas smudged the film under them, I still enjoyed the movies just fine, except those stupid ewoks. Oh, and I will admit, Lucas is definitely driven only by greed at this point, the prequels are inferior, and the originals should have been available on DVD 6 years ago.

    2 out of 4 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Worth seeing every time!

    I saw Star Wars when it came out in 1977 (I was 19) and have seen it over 250 times since then. In both incarnations, and I can't say that I have a problem with either one. George Lucas has told us that he made the second version because it wasn't until much later that the technology caught up with his original vision for the movie. The first version was fantastic; the second version is equally fantastic and gives a bit more info than the first. Both are worthy of viewing, and of being on DVD. I bought the VHS versions when they first came out ($89.95 each!) and have bought every version since. All of the original three (IV, V and VI) are worth seeing, and seeing together -- I can't wait until I, II and III are also in that huge set -- and I'll buy them in every version George wants to put out!

    2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    the spcial edition

    hey at least it's got luke yealling when he's falling on empire strikes back i think it's awsome i got star wars when it came to dvd wow the spcial edition

    1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Hmmmmmm.........

    Loved the movies but not too hot on the fact that only the craptacular versions were offered. Even with the extra CG these flicks are nowhere near the level of Episode three. So why force people to buy the poorly propped up version of these movies. I would like to buy the originals that I saw as a child, regardless of how "campy" they are. But anywho, in my opinion after Episode 3 being an awesome blend of everything possible, lucas should get his wits together and redo the last three episodes from scratch for the sake of "continuity of vision". This would be neat to see. Anywho, I just would've like to see the movies in original, barely retouched form...

    1 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Fantastic...and shut up

    First the Prequels are not inferior to the Originals. Sure Episode I had Jar Jar (who shouldve died a thousand times over), Episode II (I'll admit the worst of the Six) had its dramatic romance, and Episode III is absolutley flawless. The DVDs are great I love the Prequels and I do love the Original Versions of the Trilogy, but think about it. Lucas may be greedy, but what the hell, he earned he CREATED Star Wars, he can do whatever he wants. I like inclusion of the CGI which ties it in more with the extreme CGI of the Prequels. As for the "tampering" with the DVDs that has so many in dumb little tears over the "ruining" of the films I shake my head at you. The Prequels were needed as did continuity with the Trilogy. Sure Greedo shooting first was really dumb and pointless. Changing Jabba a bit was good he looked more like he did in Episode VI (in the 1997 release he looked like a melted candle). The inclusion of the Emperor's face from Episode III in Episode V is also continuity instead of the blurred face from before. I really liked Hayden's inclusion as Anakin instead of the fat dude from the Originals, it makes sense. So basically what I'm saying is this; we have SIX movies now, they're all really good, its what we have, and if your gonna HATE a movie or all of Star Wars because the series' CREATOR decided to change HIS WORK to make it more like how HE ENVISIONS it, then I'm sorry you are not a true fan as it would be one to embrace the changes made to the movies. So get over it.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Read the fine print before you buy. If there were any.

    I have never written reviews for movies or albums I have purchased before, but my anger towards this release warrants one. Everyone loves Star Wars and it would be pointless to describe the myriad of wonderful things about the films(at least the originals). Many fans were apauled at the "special features" of the 1997 VHS re-release. The effects are awkward, completely out of place, and change a film that was embraced by millions in its original form... Directors Cuts are often released on DVD for popular films, but are most often also available in their original theatrical forms. Besides, how many films were monumentous enough to rival or surpass Star Wars? Surely this is one film, if any, that should be available in its original form. But it is not. We are denied to see Star Wars in its original form on anything but a deteriorating VHS cassette. Worst yet, this DVD trilogy goes beyond the special effects added for the previous VHS release.. additional garbage is thrown in to create continuity with the new films(in the process -removing- original actors or voice actors). Yes, the changes are minor in scale. The film is still the same story, the same characters, and the same effect. But why can we not preserve an extraordinary film as we first saw it as children? What is the harm in that? And what is the harm in making these changes? Turning off beloving fans to an entire portion of their childhood life and fantasy. If you need any proof of what an outrage this is, you need only realize that an entire episode of South Park was devoted to this very topic. A parody, but a valid point none the less. There are many many others who share my opinion, and we are not so crazy as we seem. I for one will not support Star Wars or George Lucas again until an original version is released. I truly wish I had read reviews before wasting my $56. If you are oblivious to the changes, then by all means purchase the DVD set. But if you share my view, please don't make my mistake.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    More isn't always better

    I bought my DVD set thinking I could tolerate the changes since I've liked the movies for so long. The Special Editions made in 97 were pretty lame but I could take it. This release proves the more Lucasfilm tries to "improve" the movies, the worse they get. I'm all for cleaning up visual effects and can even look past minor changes like the Emporer's talk with Vader on the Star Destroyer in Empire Strikes Back. What made me want to laugh and vomit at the same time was Hayden Christensen replacing the older actor who played Vader at the end of Return of the Jedi. How does George come up with this <stuff>? A shot glass and a wedgee board? The force magically restored Anikan's apprerance to 30 years younger while Obi-Wan and Yoda remained old men? Any emotianal identification with such an important part of the movie (as well as the sequel) would be squashed. The audio and video quality are great on the DVD's but the movies themselves suffered. Big time.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    ALL RIGHT LUCAS!!!

    Anyone who says GL is releasing these DVDs because he is greedy is wrong, GL is releasing the DVDs because his fans have asked over and over again to put the movies on DVD; you go GL! Star Wars will never die!!!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Death before Dishonor!!

    Lucas and Spielberg both have the same disease. I was 11 when Star Wars came out, and the theater was only a block away. After going 12 days in a row, my parents finally cut me off. The movies, in their original form, are perfect. All this talk about 'making the movies he wanted to make' sounds like someone with too much money, time, and too little sense. Let's not even get into Episodes I, II, and 'gulp' III. Spielberg did the same thing with E.T. 'Make him look more real', he said. E.T. looked real to me! If I have to, I will go to my grave with my VCR and the remastered original versions clutched to my chest. Here is a website for anyone willing to lend their signature to a petition. http://www.originaltrilogy.com/ Perhaps the barstad will get the drift and give us the movies that he really SHOULD!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Still Milking A Waste

    The marketing team at LUCASFILM is undoubtably still trying to rake in some profit from the updated versions despite overwhelming public distain and outcry for the originals. Best of luck on the release of these revised versions this fall, I would predict disappointing sales that fall somewhat short of expectations promised to retailers. I am one who will wait for the release of the un-reinterpreted originals if they ever come on DVD. Sorry George.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Wait a sec, man Part 2

    God, I'll never forget when I saw Phantom Menace opening night. I was sitting in front of some fool dressed up as Darth Maul. Hush. The most famous opening in Movie History rolls. Movie finally ends. I look back. He looked ashamed. Ashamed to be wearing that stupid costume. We were all ashamed. B&N customers, don't buy these DVDs. Not yet. Not till he gives us what we really want.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    10 stars for the Original, 1 star for the Special Edition

    I hate to admit this, but I will have to agree with the reviewer who was upset. If it is true that the DVDs of the Star Wars Trilogy are the Special Edition and NOT the Original versions, then I am rather upset too. I think it was a HUGE mistake adding the 'special features.' I think they really took away from the movies. I was really excited at first to hear about the DVDs being released, but if they are the Special Edition DVDs I don't think I will be buying them.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Should NOT have been special editions

    These 'Special Editions' should never have happened. Fans around the world made the originals the most-loved movie series of all time-- How can you take the world's greatest success, which the fans love, and change it? You can't mess with a classic! Now all we're left with is DVDs of a version we don't want, because these Special Editions are not the ones we fell in love with when we saw them as kids. Such a disappointment. All we can do is cling to the 1995 THX versions on LaserDisc or VHS, which are the true classics.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    It Can't Be

    There is a growing movement of unsatisfied fans. The fact that the DVD's will not be the original movies is extremely upsetting. Please, Mr. Lucas, don't do it.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Wait a sec, man

    I just saw on B&N's homepage that they're releasing the DVDs of Episodes 4-6, does it bother anyone else that the greedy money-grubbing plots George Lucas has been scheming over for the last decade have now pretty much officially ruined what a long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away used to be just about the best thing in movie history? It's okay that he ruined what I had myself imagined (regarding Obi-Wan and the end of the Jedis and rise of the Dark Side) by making some really bad prequels, but the 'retouches' to the originals are in bad taste. Here's what he's doing. First we all go buy the VHS originals (just before DVDs become the phenomenon they are). VHS tapes have shelf lives. Your copies (of the originals) are going to be worthless in a few years. Then he spitballs us with these new, improved versions, pulls the originals off the shelf, and now if we want Eps. 4-6 it's the tainted new ones we have to buy. Then he makes the prequels. We buy those DVDs. Then just before he finishes the prequels, he releases the yucky retouched originals on DVD (if B&N is correct). So you buy those. Then we'll have all episodes on dvd, but not in a box set. So when the box set OFFICIALLY comes out, with all six episodes in one bundle, yes, we all have to rush out and buy them. THEN...15 or 20 years later, when he's finally old and almost over with, and we really don't care anymore, THEN the true originals will be released on DVD (but guess what? They'll be packaged with the garbage prequels). How much time and how many permutations must we go through until we as consumers can buy what we want? The answer is, as many as possible. Do you know what the worst thing is? I can't ever enjoy Star Wars again. The whole thing is very distasteful to me. One star. Ten years ago it would have been seven.

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  • Posted November 8, 2011

    must see

    star wars is the best motion picture trilogy besides star trek.

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