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NakedMoleRat
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Re: Star Wars Episode VII
That rather goes against the concept of stealing, doesn't it?
That rather goes against the concept of stealing, doesn't it?
Lazerblade
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Timmythekid
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Re: Star Wars Episode VII
And you have to understand that the universe had some people writing books about it, but Lucas has from day one said his vision is the law, and the EU is all stuff that maybe happened in a parrallel universe or something. When push comes to shove, Lucas mostly didn't know what had been written, and didn't care. Remember all of the butt-hurt fans whenever the PT contradicted something in the EU? Yeah, me too...it was funny.
The EU is irrelevant to the continuation of the story. In fact, one of the few things we DO know from Disney is that the story has nothing to do with previously established EU silliness. Which is a good thing, as the last stuff I read (I think the Correllian trilogy with talking raptors or some equally improbable and lackluster dreck) was uniformly attrocious. No moon falling on Chewie's head, no Kyp Durroon and his amazing telekentic hissy fit, no borg-like Vong, no invincible Admiral Daala who never managed to pull off anything other than utter defeat.
But thanks for the lecture about how I need to 'understand the universe'.
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Your links still just point to the same non-story entertainment articles, except now they're basically citing each other. An "unnamed source" is as close as they get to Ford. He hasn't said a word on the matter.
And you have to understand that the universe had some people writing books about it, but Lucas has from day one said his vision is the law, and the EU is all stuff that maybe happened in a parrallel universe or something. When push comes to shove, Lucas mostly didn't know what had been written, and didn't care. Remember all of the butt-hurt fans whenever the PT contradicted something in the EU? Yeah, me too...it was funny.
The EU is irrelevant to the continuation of the story. In fact, one of the few things we DO know from Disney is that the story has nothing to do with previously established EU silliness. Which is a good thing, as the last stuff I read (I think the Correllian trilogy with talking raptors or some equally improbable and lackluster dreck) was uniformly attrocious. No moon falling on Chewie's head, no Kyp Durroon and his amazing telekentic hissy fit, no borg-like Vong, no invincible Admiral Daala who never managed to pull off anything other than utter defeat.
But thanks for the lecture about how I need to 'understand the universe'.
P.S.
Your links still just point to the same non-story entertainment articles, except now they're basically citing each other. An "unnamed source" is as close as they get to Ford. He hasn't said a word on the matter.
Re: Star Wars Episode VII
lol:lol Right. And you have to understand that Disney has already made it clear that Episodes VII, VIII, and IX won't be following any existing story lines.
'Star Wars' sequel 'not based on Timothy Zahn novels' - Movies News - Digital Spy
Star Wars Episodes 7-12 Have Treatments; Plan Is For New Original Story
‘Star Wars: Episode 7′ Story Already Finished By ‘Toy Story 3′ Writer? [Updated]
Oh look! Actual sources!
lol:lol Right. And you have to understand that Disney has already made it clear that Episodes VII, VIII, and IX won't be following any existing story lines.'Star Wars' sequel 'not based on Timothy Zahn novels' - Movies News - Digital Spy
Star Wars Episodes 7-12 Have Treatments; Plan Is For New Original Story
‘Star Wars: Episode 7′ Story Already Finished By ‘Toy Story 3′ Writer? [Updated]
Oh look! Actual sources!
nickytea
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Re: Star Wars Episode VII
Understanding that the stories themselves will be entirely original, I'm curious if any elements will be culled from the sizeable EU. For example, the now-older main characters inevitable children: will they be named in line with what has come to be accepted by fandom, or be entirely new?
I'm torn as to what I think would be the right thing to do.
Understanding that the stories themselves will be entirely original, I'm curious if any elements will be culled from the sizeable EU. For example, the now-older main characters inevitable children: will they be named in line with what has come to be accepted by fandom, or be entirely new?
I'm torn as to what I think would be the right thing to do.
rodneyfaile
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Re: Star Wars Episode VII
The EU is just a script/storyboard suggestion. It's alway the movies that are cannon.
The EU is just a script/storyboard suggestion. It's alway the movies that are cannon.
ozz
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Re: Star Wars Episode VII
Say what you want. The story will pick up after ROTJ left off. Disney already implicated that.
I never mentioned any EU references. "Funny" how you got that from what I wrote.
Mickey and Minnie won't be apart of these movies.
Lucas took control after the EU crap came out, and everything now goes through the LFL to assure that the story lines do not contradict each other. If a character receives a scar in one book, he has to have the scar in any book following that story. If you think that Disney is going to come up with some "original" storyline that has absolutely nothing to do with any of the previous 6 movies, you're high.
From aeonpuse's link:
The Episode VII story treatment from Arndt reportedly sets the stage for both Luke and Leia Skywalker to return in some capacity – along with Han Solo and (by extension) possibly other important characters from Episodes IV-VI. Nothing is set yet, of course, but we know that Mark Hamill and Carrie Fisher met with Lucas to discuss the third Star Wars trilogy last summer; moreover, Harrison Ford recently announced that he is indeed open to the idea of reprising his role as Han Solo.
It’s also worth mentioning that Arndt’s treatment reportedly calls for “much older” versions of these characters, so the stage would be set for all three stars to return to the franchise (assuming this element of Vulture‘s scoop is accurate). Suffice it to say, there should be more than enough fan support for the trio coming back – even if the Skywalker siblings and Han Solo end up serving little purpose beyond bridging the gap between the second and third Star Wars trilogy (a la Leonard Nimoy as the older Spock in J.J. Abrams’ Star Trek reboot).
So, let me re-cap:
I never said that the movies will be any of the books. Nor did I say anything about the EU characters. I just mentioned some things that might be a factor in writing the story.
I DID say that the story line all has to fit together. The Galaxy is made: MAP
They will probably add a planet or two (name one Disney?). But will still likly reference the older worlds. And the kids will don the name Solo, not Skywalker.
As for you timmy, there are quite a few references that have claimed that Ford is willing to do the part. You can believe it or not, but unless you work at LFL, or Ford denies saying it, I will remain open to what comes next. Oh, and where did you see that Lucas wrote the new "script"? He doesn't write any more. He reads, and approves it.
So read some books that don't have anything to do with the 70's "I didn't think the movie would be so popular" crap. :behave
Say what you want. The story will pick up after ROTJ left off. Disney already implicated that.
I never mentioned any EU references. "Funny" how you got that from what I wrote.
Mickey and Minnie won't be apart of these movies.
Lucas took control after the EU crap came out, and everything now goes through the LFL to assure that the story lines do not contradict each other. If a character receives a scar in one book, he has to have the scar in any book following that story. If you think that Disney is going to come up with some "original" storyline that has absolutely nothing to do with any of the previous 6 movies, you're high.
From aeonpuse's link:
The Episode VII story treatment from Arndt reportedly sets the stage for both Luke and Leia Skywalker to return in some capacity – along with Han Solo and (by extension) possibly other important characters from Episodes IV-VI. Nothing is set yet, of course, but we know that Mark Hamill and Carrie Fisher met with Lucas to discuss the third Star Wars trilogy last summer; moreover, Harrison Ford recently announced that he is indeed open to the idea of reprising his role as Han Solo.
It’s also worth mentioning that Arndt’s treatment reportedly calls for “much older” versions of these characters, so the stage would be set for all three stars to return to the franchise (assuming this element of Vulture‘s scoop is accurate). Suffice it to say, there should be more than enough fan support for the trio coming back – even if the Skywalker siblings and Han Solo end up serving little purpose beyond bridging the gap between the second and third Star Wars trilogy (a la Leonard Nimoy as the older Spock in J.J. Abrams’ Star Trek reboot).
So, let me re-cap:
I never said that the movies will be any of the books. Nor did I say anything about the EU characters. I just mentioned some things that might be a factor in writing the story.
I DID say that the story line all has to fit together. The Galaxy is made: MAP
They will probably add a planet or two (name one Disney?). But will still likly reference the older worlds. And the kids will don the name Solo, not Skywalker.
As for you timmy, there are quite a few references that have claimed that Ford is willing to do the part. You can believe it or not, but unless you work at LFL, or Ford denies saying it, I will remain open to what comes next. Oh, and where did you see that Lucas wrote the new "script"? He doesn't write any more. He reads, and approves it.
So read some books that don't have anything to do with the 70's "I didn't think the movie would be so popular" crap. :behave
Re: Star Wars Episode VII
I could see Luke, Han and Leia all having about the same story arc as Obi-Wan in the original trilogy.
All 3 get about 20 minutes (each) of screen time in EP7 as establishing characters, interacting with all the new characters. Then in EP8 and 9 they all get about 10 minutes each.
I could see Luke, Han and Leia all having about the same story arc as Obi-Wan in the original trilogy.
All 3 get about 20 minutes (each) of screen time in EP7 as establishing characters, interacting with all the new characters. Then in EP8 and 9 they all get about 10 minutes each.
neosporing
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Re: Star Wars Episode VII
If somebody had told me 2 weeks ago that Harrison Ford was open to the idea of playing Han Solo again, I would have said they were on crack. The guy wasn't thrilled about the role 35 years ago when he had quit acting to pay his rent, let alone now. After ANH single-handedly made him a star he still wanted the character killed in ESB. He was showing up visibly out of shape and bored in ROTJ.
But now that the entire franchise has been handed over to a totally fresh set of non-Lucas creators, and the whole idea has a fresh lively smell to it . . . I could actually buy it.
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If somebody had told me 2 weeks ago that Harrison Ford was open to the idea of playing Han Solo again, I would have said they were on crack. The guy wasn't thrilled about the role 35 years ago when he had quit acting to pay his rent, let alone now. After ANH single-handedly made him a star he still wanted the character killed in ESB. He was showing up visibly out of shape and bored in ROTJ.
But now that the entire franchise has been handed over to a totally fresh set of non-Lucas creators, and the whole idea has a fresh lively smell to it . . . I could actually buy it.
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