exciter1 Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 I wonder if its more surreal for the new actors or the original actors to be in that room again with everyone? I love the R2-D2 in the background. Kenny Baker isn't in the pic, so he'll probably only be in the R2 unit for like one shot and he'll get credit. Kenny's health is pretty terrible right now. Peter Mayhew was in real failing health and walking with a cane the last time I saw him, so he may only be in a shot or two as well. Here's another one: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Mack Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Kenny Baker isn't in the pic, so he'll probably only be in the R2 unit for like one shot and he'll get credit. Kenny's health is pretty terrible right now. Peter Mayhew was in real failing health and walking with a cane the last time I saw him, so he may only be in a shot or two as well. I appreciate the respect that JJ has as well as the rest of the production team to allow them to play even a small part. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth_Raichu Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Having the original casts was a brilliant idea. This ensures supports from the fans of the Original Trilogy. Just like the rebooted Star Trek movies, having at least one original cast member ensured some continuity. Noone values continuity more than the fans Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glenbart Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 I love the R2-D2 in the background.You'd think they would give Danny baker a chair.......Rather than stick him in a cupboard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sauromosis Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Serkis is probably playing a motion captured Jar Jar. "Meesa happy to be seeing annie's grandchildren!" 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth_Raichu Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Serkis is probably playing a motion captured Jar Jar. "Meesa happy to be seeing annie's grandchildren!" Why not invite Ahmed Best, the original actor who played Jar Jar and did his voice ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollingsworthless Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Well, if someone in Hollywood other than Lucas was/is to be trusted with StarWars, it`s J.J. Abrams. Honestly I'd trust almost anyone more than Lucas... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrMorden Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Exited! I am sure It will be much better than the prequels and be a huge success. Heck, even if it sucked worse than anything it would make money. I m confident J.J. and the rest of the team are not just about making money but are doing everything to make it really good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anakinisvader Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Max von Sydow! Take off eh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoNotInsertIntoMouth Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 We will see how good they are. If I could say a sentence to JJ Abrams right now, it would be "Bad Ass Spaceships". We need them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XCool Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Shut up and give me my 10179-2. Oh, wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
legone Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Am I the only person in this world who thinks that: - "Luke Skywalker"'s acting was terrible - The prequels were better than the original Probably because I watched the prequels first, then the original trilogy. I just couldn't get over the low(er) quality of sword fighting scenes and Hamill's acting in the original trilogy. Bad special effects didn't help either (but I understand that it was pretty good for 1977) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Migration Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Mark Hamill's acting was not very good in the OT, but it was Oscar worthy compared to the hack who played Anakin. And better F/X does not a better story make. Sent from my iPhone using Brickpicker 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbacunn Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Am I the only person in this world who thinks that: - "Luke Skywalker"'s acting was terrible - The prequels were better than the original Probably because I watched the prequels first, then the original trilogy. I just couldn't get over the low(er) quality of sword fighting scenes and Hamill's acting in the original trilogy. Bad special effects didn't help either (but I understand that it was pretty good for 1977) Yes, I think you are the only person in the world that thinks the prequels are better than the originals. No worries though. Everyone is entitled to their opinions. Sent from my iPad using Brickpicker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exciter1 Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Yes, I think you are the only person in the world that thinks the prequels are better than the originals. No worries though. Everyone is entitled to their opinions. Sent from my iPad using Brickpicker Not the only one in the world. Possibly the only one who's posted in this thread, yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaisonline Posted April 30, 2014 Author Share Posted April 30, 2014 I'm proud to be an original trilogy snob. The prequels are nearly as bad as the ROIs from Prince of Persia and Atlantis investing. I would rather buy a Build a Zurg than watch The Clone Wars and Phantom Menace (throw Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of Numbskulls in there also). Kinda sad though since Ian McDiarmid, Liam Neeson, and Ewan McGregor did a decent job in the prequel films despite the terrible scripts. I'm thrilled Lawrence Kasdan is writing. Just wish Gary Kurtz was there also. Abrams will make us proud. I think the hurdle to jump is Darth Vader. When people think Star Wars, Vader is usually the first image to come to mind. A Star Wars film without Vader will be interesting. Another interesting thing will be watching Carrie Fisher. No offense but the last time many saw her on film, was the metal bikini scene and now she sorta looks like a Hobbit, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StarCityBrickCompany Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Am I the only person in this world who thinks that: - "Luke Skywalker"'s acting was terrible - The prequels were better than the original Probably because I watched the prequels first, then the original trilogy. I just couldn't get over the low(er) quality of sword fighting scenes and Hamill's acting in the original trilogy. Bad special effects didn't help either (but I understand that it was pretty good for 1977) While I wouldn't ever say that the prequels were better movies, they did have more action, and a number of cool villains. I do believe that the original saber fights are a bit embarrassing at times - I recall my son asking what was wrong with them, why weren't they moving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leenoack83 Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 John Boyega, son of Lando? Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver, and Domhnall Gleeson, all new protaganists? Andy Serkis, new antagonist? Just my guesses. Old Max von Sydow could be the old guy who dies in the first movie and comes back as a force ghost on Dagoba to tell Analuke Skyswimmer that he has a sister... Nah too original. I'm pretty sure I heard somewhere that Adam Driver is playing a villain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njseale Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Am I the only person in this world who thinks that: - "Luke Skywalker"'s acting was terrible - The prequels were better than the original Probably because I watched the prequels first, then the original trilogy. I just couldn't get over the low(er) quality of sword fighting scenes and Hamill's acting in the original trilogy. Bad special effects didn't help either (but I understand that it was pretty good for 1977) I assume you are on the younger side if you think this and it can be hard for some to appreciate a sci-fi movie that is over a decade older than they are. For the time the first 2 films were good, ROTJ was way ahead of its time effects wise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seapotato Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 lololol, so mean but true. Her voice got super deep too, I was surprised when I recently watched interviews on youtube. Another interesting thing will be watching Carrie Fisher. No offense but the last time many saw her on film, was the metal bikini scene and now she sorta looks like a Hobbit, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exciter1 Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 lololol, so mean but true. Her voice got super deep too, I was surprised when I recently watched interviews on youtube. She now talks like Yoda, but his sentences are more complete. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Mack Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 This is great news for LEGO investors and STAR WARS fans, It really should help stir up interest in older sets. I am very excited to read that Max Von Sydow is in the movie. He will add an edge and some class to the movie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No More Monkeys Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 This is great news for LEGO investors and STAR WARS fans, It really should help stir up interest in older sets. I am very excited to read that Max Von Sydow is in the movie. He will add an edge and some class to the movie. SSD is an older set... right? right!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
legone Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 I assume you are on the younger side if you think this and it can be hard for some to appreciate a sci-fi movie that is over a decade older than they are. For the time the first 2 films were good, ROTJ was way ahead of its time effects wise. Yes, I kinda know the originals are judged "unfairly" by me. Special effects got much better since the 90s, so the experience is more "immersive" and when you got used to it it's hard to go back. Another thing that spoiled it was that I knew of bits and pieces of the originals so it took away some of the suspense. And I agree prequel Anakin's acting was horrible. AFAIK neither of them had any significant role besides Star Wars? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Mack Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 SSD is an older set... right? right!?It will be by the time the movie is released so plan accordingly. Sent from my iPhone using Brickpicker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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