Friday, May 25, 2007

Not So Long Ago...

I read a little something earlier today wherein a guy said that the original Star Wars was his generation's "Sgt. Pepper". I think that's a fair assessment. Just as the Beatles' album was at the forefront for a change in rock music, so to was Star Wars with regard to Hollywood filmmaking. For better or worse, it's near impossible to deny.

Thirty years today. I still remember seeing the TV commercials for Star Wars back in '77, specifically Chewbacca and a bunch of space ships. Look, no matter what Lucas did with/to the series in the last ten years, those first three have stood the test of time and will continue to do so. Enjoy them for what they are and don't let anyone bait you into a debate over the merits of anything marketed as Episode Whatever.

And now... some deleted scenes....

Luke's first scene

Luke and Biggs

Luke and Biggs 2

And a couple compilation clips that showcase different edits and what might have been...

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