Be extra mindful on FB, I think the first 2 minutes of TFA was leaked.
Star Wars: The Force Awakens (Pre-release)
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JD
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Again, the whole LIEMAX/IMAX thing is pretty confusing - there is often conflicting and outdated information or info that just doesn't feel right.
One site says LIEMAX is 2K... another says LIEMAX uses two 2K projectors.
"The 70mm projector has been replaced with two Christie 2K projectors which use proprietary image processing. The two 2k images are projected over each other. The resolution is estimated to be about 12,000 × 8,700 theoretical pixels or 6,120 × 4,500 actually discernible pixels. The resulting image is said to be brighter than the standard 2K digital cinema projectors in most cinemas. While IMAX believe their IMAX Digital system offers a sub-pixel accuracy that looks better than Sony’s 4K projectors, there are a lot of vocal critics. " Slashdot
The previously linked to JohnCanfield site claims: "LieMAX still uses 2K Christie-brand digital projectors. Even most “regular” movie theaters that have gone digital possess 4k."
The LF Examiner keeps a list of IMAX theaters with info on them here.
I apologize for the bulky info, this has been a pet peeve of mine and a friend for a while. Personally, I think LIEMAX tends to be an upgrade over a standard theater - but, for the most part, that cost doesn't warrant the upgrade - especially as most films are simply converted for IMAX (plus, the one closest to me is AMC - and I'm not a fan of AMC). For my first time seeing TFA, I want to see it in what should be the best circumstances possible... and hopefully LIEMAX is it.
It's a goof.
With Jar Jar..See, I can help you avoid spoilers too. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=D2i7i1FvZ2s&feature=youtu.be
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crabra comander
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Watching it in Lacey, got the IMAX treatment!
It's a goof.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=D2i7i1FvZ2s&feature=youtu.be
I figured it was, but it was on a reputable user (SW Edit Droid) and I didn't want to click it to find out if it was just a joke.
I've read a TON of spoilers in the last few months, but I stopped a few weeks ago. While I know more or less how the story is going to go, now I want to be surprised by the 'how' and 'why' details, and not have all the best visual effect shots spoiled, taking away from the first-viewing experience.
Yeah, at this point the spoiler world is pretty much run its course. No script ever leaked and most major character elements have remained hidden. Knowing how the story unfolds chronologically is interesting but really doesn't ruin anything as so much of the visual experience has not been glimpsed in the trailers.
nwjedidave
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Ok. I can admit it. I will need a good handkerchief when I first view this movie. Star Wars (in 1977 I was 11) was the first movie to really take me away out of my current environment. I find myself VERY emotional watching the trailers (new JW Star Wars music!) So to be almost 50 and taken back to that feeling again will be very emotional for me!!!! I CAN'T WAIT!!!!!!!!
Here's the short list of the best theaters to see it in and why.
http://io9.com/heres-the-tiny-list-of-theaters-showing-the-force-awake-1747326488
http://io9.com/heres-the-tiny-list-of-theaters-showing-the-force-awake-1747326488
nwjedidave
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Boeing IMAX and the Pacific Science Center – Seattle
yessssssssssssssssssssssssss! thats where I'll be 1 week from today
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Wolfsburg
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I still find it interesting that besides Chewie, Ackbar and a Sullustan, we've not seen any other familiar aliens. No Twi-leks, no Rodians or any others from the OT and PT. I wonder if that is an effort to make the galaxy seem bigger?
EDIT: I do spy one on the floor that looks kinda like a Geonosian?
EDIT: I do spy one on the floor that looks kinda like a Geonosian?
Zombie_61
Master Member
Hearing John Williams' music in the trailers is what does it for me; it still moves me even after all these years. As for being taken back, every once in a while I'll be watching Star Wars (Episode IV, A New Hope, whatever) and I'll momentarily flash back to sitting in the theater in 1977 seeing it for the first time, and it brings back the excitement I felt then.
stevechewbacca
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Victor3
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Nice, those all feel very Star Warsy to me. Nice mix of old and new - but the one on the red torso in the front freaks me out a little.
Also, it's interesting to see that the R5 & R6 types are featured so much. The 5's have gotten a bad wrap almost every media since the first movie.
Speaking of IMAX, they just put out an IMAX featurette with JJ and the cast discussing the use of the format along with previously seen visuals. JJ sounds positive on the use of the format, but may be just talking up his book as we say in my business.
http://www.starwarsnewsnet.com/
http://www.starwarsnewsnet.com/
Just drove by Hollywood Blvd. - is the premiere this weekend? Place was packed with tents, security, etc.
Across town there's this:
http://www.lalive.com/events/la-live/detail/target-star-wars-galactic-experience-at-la-live
Across town there's this:
http://www.lalive.com/events/la-live/detail/target-star-wars-galactic-experience-at-la-live
Getoninja
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It wouldn't be a Star Wars movies if there is no Gungans
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