Star Wars: The Force Awakens (Pre-release)
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jme3
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Re: Star Wars Episode VII
Wasn't Kenny Baker pretty much out of the picture even during the prequels? I could be wrong but something's making me want to say that R2 was all remote control for the prequels. I agree with you about 3PO also; if it's not Anthony in the suit, it would have to be his voice. Though he seems to remain remarkably fit so it probably will be him in the suit as well...
Wasn't Kenny Baker pretty much out of the picture even during the prequels? I could be wrong but something's making me want to say that R2 was all remote control for the prequels. I agree with you about 3PO also; if it's not Anthony in the suit, it would have to be his voice. Though he seems to remain remarkably fit so it probably will be him in the suit as well...
jme3
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Re: Star Wars Episode VII
And harking back to the "there were always nine episodes planned" thing, I remember many years ago in the same place I read GL's statement about nine episodes that the entire story was essentially told through the experience of R2 and 3PO. So if we can take any of that lore as truth, then I'd say yeah, the droids will most likely be there.
And harking back to the "there were always nine episodes planned" thing, I remember many years ago in the same place I read GL's statement about nine episodes that the entire story was essentially told through the experience of R2 and 3PO. So if we can take any of that lore as truth, then I'd say yeah, the droids will most likely be there.
Re: Star Wars Episode VII
Kenny was in I and I think like one shot of II. R2 was all digital in III.
Kenny was in I and I think like one shot of II. R2 was all digital in III.
carbonitekid
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Re: Star Wars Episode VII
Kenny was over heard on set during the early prequels using racist/derogatory names for the local Tunisians.
He was then approached by Rick McC and informed his services would no longer be required. Hence very limited screen time in EpII and 100% digital/remote R2 in Ep III
Allegedly
And I was told this by one of the second unit directors I was mates with years back.
Anthony D is on a $1 million retainer for services to LFL so I can't see him not being involved if the script demands it.
Kenny was over heard on set during the early prequels using racist/derogatory names for the local Tunisians.
He was then approached by Rick McC and informed his services would no longer be required. Hence very limited screen time in EpII and 100% digital/remote R2 in Ep III
Allegedly
And I was told this by one of the second unit directors I was mates with years back.
Anthony D is on a $1 million retainer for services to LFL so I can't see him not being involved if the script demands it.
jme3
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Re: Star Wars Episode VII
I never heard that about KB. Interesting...
Kenny was over heard on set during the early prequels using racist/derogatory names for the local Tunisians.
He was then approached by Rick McC and informed his services would no longer be required. Hence very limited screen time in EpII and 100% digital/remote R2 in Ep III
Allegedly
And I was told this by one of the second unit directors I was mates with years back.
Anthony D is on a $1 million retainer for services to LFL so I can't see him not being involved if the script demands it.
I never heard that about KB. Interesting...
Lost21stJedi
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Re: Star Wars Episode VII
That is interesting. Never heard that about Kenny Baker, IMDB has him credited in all 6 movies Kenny Baker (I) - Biography
That is interesting. Never heard that about Kenny Baker, IMDB has him credited in all 6 movies Kenny Baker (I) - Biography
Edwardowan
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Re: Star Wars Episode VII
I'm sure he got "honorary" credit as I too read he wasn't in Ep3 and only an in studio consultant for the most part in Ep 2.
Don Bies who was the lead operator of the RC Artoo says this:
"For Episode I, Kenny is in the film about 50%, while the remaining time is either me or the UK crew, and one digital shot. During Episode II, there were 14 digital shots of R2, one Kenny scene (shot bluescreen at Ealing Studios in London on my 40th birthday!) and the rest were me. Episode III had approximately 50% digital R2 and the rest were shots I did."
Here is a cool picture of him with two other guys that were his "understudies"
I'm sure he got "honorary" credit as I too read he wasn't in Ep3 and only an in studio consultant for the most part in Ep 2.
Don Bies who was the lead operator of the RC Artoo says this:
"For Episode I, Kenny is in the film about 50%, while the remaining time is either me or the UK crew, and one digital shot. During Episode II, there were 14 digital shots of R2, one Kenny scene (shot bluescreen at Ealing Studios in London on my 40th birthday!) and the rest were me. Episode III had approximately 50% digital R2 and the rest were shots I did."
Here is a cool picture of him with two other guys that were his "understudies"
jme3
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Re: Star Wars Episode VII
Well, not to discredit his work or contributions, but honestly I don't think there's much personality that he could have imparted on the character that couldn't/wouldn't be just as easily done by someone else, if there has to be someone in the droid body.
Well, not to discredit his work or contributions, but honestly I don't think there's much personality that he could have imparted on the character that couldn't/wouldn't be just as easily done by someone else, if there has to be someone in the droid body.
Re: Star Wars Episode VII
Kenny's not in the best of health these days either from what I've heard. I doubt he'll be in the films.
Kenny's not in the best of health these days either from what I've heard. I doubt he'll be in the films.
Re: Star Wars Episode VII
What about Peter Mayhew? He's the one I always hear about having health problems. He is Chewie, so I think it would be wrong not to have him come back. You really can't have Han and then do a "Well Chewbacca is on vacation on Kashyyk and sends his regards." thing.
What about Peter Mayhew? He's the one I always hear about having health problems. He is Chewie, so I think it would be wrong not to have him come back. You really can't have Han and then do a "Well Chewbacca is on vacation on Kashyyk and sends his regards." thing.
Lost21stJedi
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I hope they can bring back PM but I fear that his role will be CGI instead
I hope they can bring back PM but I fear that his role will be CGI instead
jme3
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Re: Star Wars Episode VII
Yeah, he seems out of breath in the videos we see of him. I don't know what his health issues are, but he's definitely got something going on that might preclude a return to the franchise as we know it...
Yeah, he seems out of breath in the videos we see of him. I don't know what his health issues are, but he's definitely got something going on that might preclude a return to the franchise as we know it...
seelsa73
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Re: Star Wars Episode VII
I highly doubt Chewie will be a digital character. And while Peter Mayhew does have a certain walk that he gives to chewie, it's not 100% necessary for him specifically to be in the suit. I hate to say that, but the man walks with a cane and his legs get worse by the day. He would not be able to run around as would be necessary if he were involved in the action. Plus, if they keep the EU intact, Chewie would be dead at the time this story takes place.
I highly doubt Chewie will be a digital character. And while Peter Mayhew does have a certain walk that he gives to chewie, it's not 100% necessary for him specifically to be in the suit. I hate to say that, but the man walks with a cane and his legs get worse by the day. He would not be able to run around as would be necessary if he were involved in the action. Plus, if they keep the EU intact, Chewie would be dead at the time this story takes place.
jme3
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Zombie_61
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Re: Star Wars Episode VII
Thank you for acknowledging the point I was trying to make! :thumbsup
Earlier this year I saw Stand Up Guys starring Pacino and Christopher Walken. I kept waiting for Pacino to slip into, as you put it, his "HOOAH!" schtick but, thankfully, it never happened. Instead, he gave a subtly nuanced performance that showed he can still play a real character if/when the story calls for it.
seelsa73
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That was GL's stance. Now that it's in disney's hands you just don't know.
jme3
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Re: Star Wars Episode VII
Right... We've all been making that one here and there, haven't we?
Man, I hate these new smilies... AAARRRGGGHHH
Right... We've all been making that one here and there, haven't we?
Man, I hate these new smilies... AAARRRGGGHHH
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