Star Wars Trilogy [VHS]
starring: Mark Hamill
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The Star Wars trilogy had the rare distinction of becoming more than just a series of movies, but a cultural phenomenon, a life-defining event for its generation.On its surface, George Lucas's original 1977 film is a rollicking and humorous space fantasy that owes debts to more influences than one can count on two hands, but filmgoers became entranced by its basic struggle of good vs. evil "a long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away," its dazzling special effects, and a mythology of Jedi Knights, the Force, and droids.
In the first film, Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) gets to live out every boy's dream: ditch the farm and rescue a princess (Carrie Fisher).Accompanied by the roguish Han Solo (Harrison Ford, the only principal who was able to cross over into stardom) and trained by Jedi master Obi-Wan Kenobi (Alec Guinness), Luke finds himself involved in a galactic war against the Empire and the menacing Darth Vader (David Prowse, voiced by James Earl Jones).The following film, The Empire Strikes Back (1980), takes a darker turn as the tiny rebellion faces an overwhelming onslaught.Directed by Irvin Kershner instead of Lucas, Empire is on the short list of Best Sequels Ever, marked by fantastic settings (the ice planet, the cloud city), the teachings of Yoda, a dash of grown-up romance, and a now-classic "revelation" ending.The final film of the trilogy, Return of the Jedi (1983, directed by Richard Marquand), is the most uneven.While the visual effects had taken quantum leaps over the years, resulting in thrilling speeder chases and space dogfights, the story is an uneasy mix of serious themes (Luke's maturation as a Jedi, the end of the Empire-rebellion showdown) and the cuddly teddy bears known as the Ewoks.
Years later, George Lucas transformed his films into "special editions" by adding new scenes and special effects, which were greeted mostly by shrugs from fans.They were perfectly happy with the films they had grown up with (who cares if Greedo shot first?), and thus disappointed by Lucas's decision to make the special editions the only versions available. --David Horiuchi
The Star Wars trilogy had the rare distinction of becoming more than just a series of movies, but a cultural phenomenon, a life-defining event for its generation.On its surface, George Lucas's original 1977 film is a rollicking and humorous space fantasy that owes debts to more influences than one can count on two hands, but filmgoers became entranced by its basic struggle of good vs. evil "a long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away," its dazzling special effects, and a mythology of Jedi Knights, the Force, and droids.
In the first film, Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) gets to live out every boy's dream: ditch the farm and rescue a princess (Carrie Fisher).Accompanied by the roguish Han Solo (Harrison Ford, the only principal who was able to cross over into stardom) and trained by Jedi master Obi-Wan Kenobi (Alec Guinness), Luke finds himself involved in a galactic war against the Empire and the menacing Darth Vader (David Prowse, voiced by James Earl Jones).The following film, The Empire Strikes Back (1980), takes a darker turn as the tiny rebellion faces an overwhelming onslaught.Directed by Irvin Kershner instead of Lucas, Empire is on the short list of Best Sequels Ever, marked by fantastic settings (the ice planet, the cloud city), the teachings of Yoda, a dash of grown-up romance, and a now-classic "revelation" ending.The final film of the trilogy, Return of the Jedi (1983, directed by Richard Marquand), is the most uneven.While the visual effects had taken quantum leaps over the years, resulting in thrilling speeder chases and space dogfights, the story is an uneasy mix of serious themes (Luke's maturation as a Jedi, the end of the Empire-rebellion showdown) and the cuddly teddy bears known as the Ewoks.
Years later, George Lucas transformed his films into "special editions" by adding new scenes and special effects, which were greeted mostly by shrugs from fans.They were perfectly happy with the films they had grown up with (who cares if Greedo shot first?), and thus disappointed by Lucas's decision to make the special editions the only versions available. --David Horiuchi
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- New Version out soon! 2010
Everyone seems upset about the special edition computerized effects that Lucas added to these films, but these ARE his creations, so let him do as he pleases.Lucas is currently modifying the first film for the next "Even More Specialer Edition" which is coming soon in 2010, and after speaking with him directly, I am very excited about the new changes!
In the upcoming release of "A New Hope," Greedo will not only shoot first, but he shoots every creature in the bar scene, except Han. ... Read More
Rating: - Great Shipment
After ordering, it came within a week and in great shape. Thank you and may the force be with you.
Rating: - The Bonus Force is With You
The bonus disc is the true treasure. The Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy, a 150-minute documentary is inspiring.
Plus the actual movies have a new digital transfer that makes them beautiful on your small screen. Then to the mix are the additions that are literally running around in the background of old scenes and there are even a scene or two added to the original action that make these old favorites fresh again.
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Rating: - Star Wars with details
I purchased this set to replace old VHS tapes. The improvements in picture and sound quality is worth the investment. To other reviewers, a few seconds of new scenes in hours of great high resolution sci-fi does not diminish its value.
Rating: - Star Wars Trilogy DVDs-original case-used but like NEW!
We purchased the Star Wars Trilogy with bonus disc for our ten year old Grandson's birthday.He has just discovered Star Wars from T.V.!Although this item is no longer made new we got a wonderful case and the DVDs perform like new.He is so thrilled we bought from Amazon the new 3 disc prequel set of Star Wars for his Christmas. Thanks!
- New Version out soon! 2010Everyone seems upset about the special edition computerized effects that Lucas added to these films, but these ARE his creations, so let him do as he pleases.Lucas is currently modifying the first film for the next "Even More Specialer Edition" which is coming soon in 2010, and after speaking with him directly, I am very excited about the new changes!
In the upcoming release of "A New Hope," Greedo will not only shoot first, but he shoots every creature in the bar scene, except Han. ... Read More
- Great ShipmentAfter ordering, it came within a week and in great shape. Thank you and may the force be with you.
- The Bonus Force is With YouThe bonus disc is the true treasure. The Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy, a 150-minute documentary is inspiring.
Plus the actual movies have a new digital transfer that makes them beautiful on your small screen. Then to the mix are the additions that are literally running around in the background of old scenes and there are even a scene or two added to the original action that make these old favorites fresh again.
Credendo vides
MB
- Star Wars with detailsI purchased this set to replace old VHS tapes. The improvements in picture and sound quality is worth the investment. To other reviewers, a few seconds of new scenes in hours of great high resolution sci-fi does not diminish its value.
- Star Wars Trilogy DVDs-original case-used but like NEW!We purchased the Star Wars Trilogy with bonus disc for our ten year old Grandson's birthday.He has just discovered Star Wars from T.V.!Although this item is no longer made new we got a wonderful case and the DVDs perform like new.He is so thrilled we bought from Amazon the new 3 disc prequel set of Star Wars for his Christmas. Thanks!
