Disney buying Lucasfilm (new Star Wars movies on tap)
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I highly doubt that they would shut down the 501st. As a charitable organization, the 501st has a huge following and lots of supporters. It would be corporate and PR suicide to shut them down.
I think the people wring their hands the most are those who have cottage industries and social clubs based off of the Star Wars IP. It may all be for naught though - we're literally HOURS into this news, yet every one is panicking... a testament to how emotional people get about Star Wars. It'll be an interesting next few years!
ob1al
Sr Member
I know a lot of people have bitched about George over the years, but now, when it comes down to it, how many will realise you don't know what you've got until it's gone?
Disney could ruin the franchise in a way only hinted at by The Phantom Menace.
Not to mention the intolerance they will certainly show to costuming groups, fan-made replicas and 80% of the things that our community loves.
I see far more negatives than positives to this scenario, at this point. I'm shocked.
Disney could ruin the franchise in a way only hinted at by The Phantom Menace.
Not to mention the intolerance they will certainly show to costuming groups, fan-made replicas and 80% of the things that our community loves.
I see far more negatives than positives to this scenario, at this point. I'm shocked.
Lichtbringer
Master Member
You're just mad 'cause it's true.
But it makes me feel home. :cry
I´m a SW-guy, i´m here for the SW-stuff. :love
It's Disney they honestly don't care what folks thing, they have a few generations of folks brainwashed into thinking they can do no wrong and would throw some charity money at the problem. Plus most folks don't really even know what the 501st is.
jlee562
Sr Member
Gah, you beat me to it.
Paul Andrew
Master Member
I'm kinda excited. I get more Star Wars movies. Hell yeah. opcorn
opcorn
ozz
Member
Does it say anything about the marketing rights? Lucas owns all the merch rights, so...he may still have a hold on something SW related, which means the 501st will be safe. 501st has been working for Disney for free once a year, so maybe that will change, maybe not. Free labor for their parades.
There is a rumor that 501st will be used in a movie (re-make?) because of the attention to detail in the costumes....we'll see!!
There is a rumor that 501st will be used in a movie (re-make?) because of the attention to detail in the costumes....we'll see!!
I hear ya man. I hear ya.
Re: Disney buys Lucasfilm announce ep7
Because Disney is MUCH more active in that regard.
Because Disney is MUCH more active in that regard.
JD
Master Member
I'm excited and scared at the same time.I'm kinda excited. I get more Star Wars movies. Hell yeah.
My nephew will be 10 when SWVII will come out - I hope these are quality films. If they're as good as the prequels - which he loves - that will work for me.
ob1al
Sr Member
Try and dress and Mickey Mouse, Goofy and Donald and advertise it on the net. Even if it's for charity. Disney will not like it, unless it is officially sanctioned:
Disney, Warner Bros. Sue Over 'Counterfeit' Costumes - Hollywood Reporter
Disney Sues Party Store For Costumes Looking Like Disney Characters | Techdirt
Toledo Blade - Google News Archive Search
Mickey Mouse in North Korea: Can Disney punish copyright infringement inside the hermit kingdom? - Slate Magazine
No kidding, you don't mess with the mouse. Legally, they are 'shot-hit' on anyone breaching their property.
As I said before, you can clearly see who has ties to the 501st as they are the ones in totally disbelief that it could end. They feel just because they do some good that Disney won't squash them. It could be a wake up call for them as Disney has a rep for looking out for themselves first.
Should I do a run of these cut out of stainless steel? Nice artwork!!
I thought I'd share this one I've just created in the wake of this news...
