Together, the three original star wars moviesa new hope, the empire strikes back, and return of the jeditold one epic. Again, these are the harmy editions star wars is version 2. Harmys project is the much older of the two and lucasfilm is certainly aware of these fan projects. That said, what has resulted is a more satisfactory viewing experience to. It is amazing and is the only way the original trilogy should be viewed. Star wars related videos, photos, interviews and articles from around the world. Star wars trilogy boxed 2 book series kindle edition. Book 2 of 2 in star wars trilogy boxed 2 book series. Harmys official facebook page, which he updates on a fairly regular basis. Harmy s despecialized edition is a series of fan restorations of the original star wars trilogy, which consists of star wars 1977, the empire strikes back 1980 and return of the jedi 1983.
Of all the changes that were made to the trilogy, the ones in that film bother me most. Harmy has given his personal approval of this project. The trailer has the best possible quality of picture and sound that i could work with for the original. So harmys versions are a hybrid of 2011 bluray, 2004 hdtv, 1997 digital sdtv, the 2006 dvd releases of the 1993 laserdisc transfers, 35mm scans, and even some highres scans of original matte paintings, while the eventual final releases of team 1s versions will be straightup hd scans of the originals from 35mm release prints. Harmy despecialized empire strikes back harmy despecialized return of the. Who knows if thats really happening or not, but theres a huge star wars fan out there who isnt waiting around to see if it happens the fan goes by the name of harmy, and hes currently in the process of developing his own version of the.
Could the original, unaltered star wars be on its way to. Featured restoration star wars trilogy despecialized editions. In 2010, casey pugh put out a call for star wars fans to recreate the 2004 special edition of a new hope, via 472 15second scenes. Restoring star wars abc news australian broadcasting. A star wars story are available in the toptier, bluray format we now expect that disney and. Every new releasein theaters, on dvd, and on bluraycomes with. This was in part inspired by the period films of akira kurosawa, which like the original star wars trilogy, often begin in medias res without explaining a complete backstory.
Why an unaltered star wars wont be released screen rant. The last look star wars fans got at the original unaltered trilogy was in 2006. Though changes were also made to the prequel trilogy, the original trilogy saw the most alteration. This video and the despecialized edition fan edits of the star wars original trilogy were made by the user known as harmy on the. George lucas has infamously disowned the original theatrical releases.
More than twentyfive years after the groundbreaking movie star wars. Jan 17, 2018 harmy works with bits and pieces of footage from the star wars trilogy cadged from various home video and film elements in order to do what lucas would not. Thankfully, hardcore star wars fans are telling lucas, respectfully, to go cram it. They were produced nonchronologically, with episodes ivvi the original trilogy being released between 1977 and 1983, episodes iiii the prequel trilogy being released between 1999 and 2005, and episodes viiix the sequel trilogy, being released between. May 30, 20 a lot of work went into restoring star wars for harmys despecialized edition v. The star wars fanatics show is a popular livestream on facebook. Downloads are online again for harmys star wars trilogy despecialized editions. It is a high quality replica of the outofprint theatrical versions created by a team of star wars fans, with the intention of preserving the films. Dec 07, 2019 i will talk about two projects here, harmys despecialized edition and the much newer star wars 4k77 project. For the first time in one stunning volume, here is the complete, epic story arc.
Of course, the main topic on the table was are we seeing the original theatrical versions of the star wars trilogy tonight. Changes in star wars rereleases vary from minor differences in color timing, audio mixing, and take choices to major insertions of new visual effects, additions of characters and dialogue, scene expansions, and replacement of original cast members with newer ones. The magic and the mystery on thursday february 6th 1997 at 8. Then theres the machete order, which places episodes two and three between empire. It is a high quality replica of the outofprint theatrical versions created by a team of star wars fans, with the intention of preserving the. Unlike the phantom edit, despecialized does not make substantive changes to the narrative elements of the films although some fans may argue the point where han solo and greedo are concerned. I managed to get my hands on the despecialized editions of the original trilogy. If you want to watch the original, unaltered version of star wars from 1977 legally your options are essentially nonexistent. I had just taken my son to see frozen 2, and now, for the first time.
The star wars film series centers around three sets of trilogies, which are collectively referred to as the skywalker saga. The official bluray harmys despecialized adywans revisited insert your. Downloads are online again for harmy s star wars trilogy despecialized editions. I loved the original star wars trilogy when i was a kid, but loathe all of the current dvd, bluray, and streaming versions available today. Jun 03, 20 a lot of work went into restoring star wars for harmys despecialized edition v. What are the differences between the despecialized editions. Harmy s despecialized original star wars trilogy posted by bulldogxero on 12515 at 6. Find low everyday prices and buy online for delivery or instore pickup. Sep 01, 2015 this book consists of the three novelisation tieins to the original star wars trilogy. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The trailer has the best possible quality of picture and sound that i. Star wars is an american epic spaceopera media franchise created by george lucas, which began with the eponymous 1977 film and quickly became a worldwide popculture phenomenon. Ever since 1997, every version of a new hope, the empire strikes back, and return of the jedi has had horrendous cgi effects added in that george lucas deemed necessary to bring his ideal version to life there are the limited edition dvd versions.
A full gallery of hd still frames are available on imgur. Star wars trilogy star wars trilogy boxed book 2 kindle edition. Harmys despecialized editions of the original star wars trilogy. Theatrical versions star wars original trilogy despecialized. Sep 07, 2011 harmy s despecialized editions of the original star wars trilogy. Watch the original star wars trilogy as it was before.
Harmy s official facebook page, which he updates on a fairly regular basis. Unfollow the star wars trilogy book to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The internet is full of thinkpieces about how to watch star wars. Star wars original trilogy plus extras episodes 456 a new hope the empire strikes back return of the jedi english audio european dvd region 2 pal 4. Harmys despecialized original star wars trilogy posted by bulldogxero on 12515 at 6. The 4 stars are not 5 because the end of this second book of the dark nest trilogy is not satisfying as it was the whole first book the joiner king, leaving the flavor of a lack of strenght in the force from whom is supposed to be the most powerfull jedi knight. A new hope first hit the silver screen, star wars remains one of the most beloved sagas ever told. Harmy s despecialized edition, also known as star wars. Watching the original star wars movie in 2019 jedi temple. Star wars trilogy despecialized edition home facebook.
Will the original unaltered theatrical star wars trilogy. As rose eveleth in the atlantic reports, a dedicated online community has set out to create a despecialized edition of star wars that strips away all of lucass digital nonsense and restores the movie to its original 1977 state. All original trilogy films at once download for those who only know of 3 star wars films, all original trilogy star wars movies are combined to battle for your attention. The despecialized edition, is a fancreated film preservation of the original star wars trilogy films star wars. Aug 31, 2004 the star wars trilogy is a mustread for anyone who wants to relive the excitement, the magic, and the sheer entertainment of this legendary saganow and forever. All links are dead original trilogy star wars, film. The last jedi, is writing and directing star wars 10, developing it as the first movie in a new star wars trilogy set in a. First of all, allow me to emphasize that im simply a fellow star wars fan helping others discover this amazing project. If youre a fan of the films then i very much recommend this item, as the novels do offer some additional content in terms of more depth and detail regarding the characters and the galaxy they occupy. The edits are intended to reproduce their appearance as originally shown in cinemas. The despecialized edition, is a fancreated film preservation of the original star wars trilogy films star wars 1977, the empire strikes back 1980 and return of the jedi 1983. The studio has just announced that rian johnson, director of star wars. In this one hour special, host howie long took viewers on a tour of the star wars universe and explored the making of the special.
The story begins as princess leia is held hostage by the galactic empire in order to. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Star wars despecialized edition in the works screen rant. Thanks for your interest in the star wars trilogy despecialized editions. Extraction on netflix will get a sequel after smashing viewing records. An uncut and nonremastered list of star wars editions. Watching the original star wars movie in 2019 jedi. Ever since may 25, 1977, people have wanted to recapture that star wars magic like it was the first time. Sep 25, 2015 buy star wars trilogy 01 by lucas, george isbn. For those who only know of 3 star wars films, all original trilogy star wars movies are combined to battle for your attention. See all 12 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Since 1997, george lucas has been hell bent on ruining the original star wars trilogy.
A new hope enjoyed an 18 month run and numerous rereleases in the late 70s and early 80s before its eventual home media release on vhs, betamax, laserdisc, and all those other crazy, now. George lucas author, donald glut author, james kahn author. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. A new hope began, and we found out the answer as we all watched the 2011 bluray version play out on the big screen. Star wars despecialised edition creator petr harmy. The owner of the original piece has rights that protect his property and that includes someone changing their pieces. There have been multiple iterations of star wars box sets over the years, including the sixfilm then complete saga on bluray. Here is a making of documentary which details some of the sources and techniques that went in to bringing back the theatrical version of star wars. May 25, 2017 while unofficial maverick fanedited releases like the popular star wars trilogy despecialized edition do exist, we decided to use the 40 th anniversary of the may 25, 1977, theatrical release of the original star wars to look at the 2006 original trilogy box set, the only official dvd release of the unaltered original star wars trilogy. The despecialized edition transforms the star wars trilogy into. Harmys despecialized editions of the original star wars. Awakening the force in my son was easier with the harmy. George lucas author, donald glut author, james kahn author 4. Mar, 2015 the owner of the original piece has rights that protect his property and that includes someone changing their pieces.
Featured restoration star wars trilogy despecialized. Harmy works with bits and pieces of footage from the star wars trilogy cadged from various home video and film elements in order to do what lucas would not. The franchise has been expanded into various films and other media, including television series, video games, novels, comic books, theme park attractions, and themed areas. Aug 11, 2016 i wanted to see a trailer for the original star wars trilogy. Star wars could obviously look better than anything being worked on by amateur hands right now, and that work isnt essential to the survival of the film. Sw despecialized original trilogy bluray set w special. A custom bluray set, dedicated to the despecialized trilogy, complete with menus, a variety of audio options, and special features. So harmy s versions are a hybrid of 2011 bluray, 2004 hdtv, 1997 digital sdtv, the 2006 dvd releases of the 1993 laserdisc transfers, 35mm scans, and even some highres scans of original matte paintings, while the eventual final releases of team 1s versions will be straightup hd scans of the originals from 35mm release prints. Harmys despecialized edition, also known as star wars.
When star wars first released in 1977 it won several academy awards for art direction, sound editing, and visual effects, and its been argued that the constant digital alterations layered over the original films have removed those award winning. The star wars trilogy is a mustread for anyone who wants to relive the excitement, the magic, and the sheer entertainment of this legendary saganow and forever. A new hope enjoyed an 18 month run and numerous rereleases in the late 70s and early 80s before its eventual home media release on vhs, betamax, laserdisc, and all those other crazy, nowextinct 80s formats. Credit for its actual creation goes to harmy along with countless others who have dedicated their time, skills, and resources toward this restoration.
Furthermore, harmy shared his development plans for eventual v3. Fans are sure to be excited about the original trilogy being remastered for a 4k star wars bluray release. The star wars trilogy, unlike science fiction that features sleek and futuristic settings, portrays the galaxy as dirty and grimy in lucass concept of a used universe. Harmy s despecialized edition is a reconstruction of the theatrical versions of the star wars trilogy.
Buy the star wars trilogy leatherbound classics by george lucas. This major revision of the guide and supplemental references replaced all obsolete content, provides access to to active download sources, and includes many other improvements. Feb 18, 2016 if you want to watch the original, unaltered version of star wars from 1977 legally your options are essentially nonexistent. A couple days ago a rumor hit the internet that disney and lucasfilm were working on releasing the original, unaltered star wars trilogy on bluray. Ive only watched a few minutes of harmy s a new hope in 720p, but what ive seen looks great. Jedi temple archives is a star wars collecting database featuring current star wars news on action figures, books, statues, mini busts, games, miniatures, trading cards, posters and other collectibles.
They were created by a team of star wars fans led by petr harmy. The star wars trilogy, often colloquially referred to as the original trilogy or the classic trilogy, is the first set of three films produced in the star wars franchise, an american space opera created by george lucas. May 25, 2017 ever since may 25, 1977, people have wanted to recapture that star wars magic like it was the first time. Star wars trilogy kindle edition by lucas, george, glut, donald, kahn, james. Luke and also that his decission to remain in woteba leads to bigger problems that. Despecialized edition a true sign of fans unyielding devotion, but its an impressive effort in film preservation and history. A lot of work went into restoring star wars for harmys despecialized edition v. As of december 2015, the despecialized edition of star wars was remastered at version 2. While unofficial maverick fanedited releases like the popular star wars trilogy despecialized edition do exist, we decided to use the 40 th anniversary of the may 25, 1977, theatrical release of the original star wars to look at the 2006 original trilogy box set, the only official dvd release of the unaltered original star wars trilogy, presented in all its scruffy. About the author george lucas s devotion to timeless storytelling and cuttingedge innovation has resulted in some of the most successful and beloved films of all time, including. I wanted to see a trailer for the original star wars trilogy.
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