Youwanticewiththat 611 Posted November 2, 2012 Sure is..sure is. I also lurve the way 'Mickey' has Lucas in a head lock. That'll serve him right for the appalling things he did to Indy. That Mouse really is the Dark Lord. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Flag 84 Posted November 2, 2012 I don't understand why Star Wars fans are objecting to Disney in particular, other than the new films will inevitably be packed full of characters that are easily turned into action figures. However, I'm pessimistic about whether these new films will be any good, and especially the idea that they're just going to keep making them every couple of years. But at least Lucas won't be in charge Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
time 8,623 Posted November 2, 2012 I don't understand why Star Wars fans are objecting to Disney in particular, other than the new films will inevitably be packed full of characters that are easily turned into action figures. However, I'm pessimistic about whether these new films will be any good, and especially the idea that they're just going to keep making them every couple of years. But at least Lucas won't be in charge You missed all the merchandising of the previous episodes then? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Flag 84 Posted November 2, 2012 Oh I'm well aware of that. Was meaning more that it's going to carry on like that Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Whitehouse 872 Posted November 5, 2012 This is very helpful, as it lists who's alive and who's dead without even having to click on the person - Star Wars Actors Database Everyone from Obi-Wan to the voice of a random Stormtrooper, it would seem. Looks like that link went dead too. Let me revive it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bibliogryphon 9,589 Posted November 6, 2012 I don't understand why Star Wars fans are objecting to Disney in particular, other than the new films will inevitably be packed full of characters that are easily turned into action figures. However, I'm pessimistic about whether these new films will be any good, and especially the idea that they're just going to keep making them every couple of years. But at least Lucas won't be in charge Just one thought which would you rather watch? The Phantom Menace or Pirates of the Carribean Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Flag 84 Posted November 6, 2012 I've never seen any of the Pirates films but TPM is a dreadful mess of bad dialogue and an incomprehensible plot RedLetterMedia's Plinkett reviews of the prequels are brilliant, much better than the films themselves: http://www.redlettermedia.com/plinkett/star-wars/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Davey Jones' Locker 1,324 Posted November 6, 2012 Some years ago, a Disney representative was interviewed on the radio over here about their cartoon version of the Hunchback of Notre-Dame. When queried by the interviewer about the massive changes that had been made to the plot, the Disney person replied "Who cares about that with a book that only a handful of people have read?" Thanks for trampling all over another country's culture and literature, you arrogant w*nkers. I decided that I would never, ever again give any money to Disney or its subsidiaries after hearing that. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Flag 84 Posted November 7, 2012 Yeah, they're pretty notorious for that kind of thing - they made a total mess of Pocahontas and the original Hercules story as well (and there are probably loads of others), not to mention The Lion King being daylight robbery from Kimba the White Lion I was at Disney World this summer, for the first time since I was a kid. It really is a hollow place. I guess the kids enjoy it but going there isn't going to change your life. That being said, the Star Wars ride there is OK Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Garn2 34 Posted February 6, 2013 Stuart Freeborn, Star Wars' make-up artist, who designed Yoda, Chewie, Jabba and others, has died aged 98, according to the BBC's Lizo Mzimba. A (joker) hit for Wretched Hive of Scum & Villainy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Davey Jones' Locker 1,324 Posted March 7, 2013 I missed this one at the time but apparently Carrie Fisher was back in hospital last week after a "bipolar incident" aboard a cruise ship. It is interesting that she still has mental health (and maybe drug) problems, as it has been confirmed that she will be back as Princess Leia in Star Wars 7. There could be some dramas on set... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Whitehouse 872 Posted March 27, 2013 Stuart Freeborn, Star Wars' make-up artist, who designed Yoda, Chewie, Jabba and others, has died aged 98, according to the BBC's Lizo Mzimba. A (joker) hit for Wretched Hive of Scum & Villainy. So, by proxy, he was also responsible for this?? 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Toast 16,155 Posted March 28, 2013 I missed this one at the time but apparently Carrie Fisher was back in hospital last week after a "bipolar incident" aboard a cruise ship. mopping up the stage after her dog went potty I take it this doesn't mean the dog also has mental health problems. Americans are so reluctant to mention urinary and excretory functions, aren't they? All those misunderstandings about "bathrooms". Truly we are nations divided by a common language. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Garn2 34 Posted April 16, 2013 Richard LeParmentier, who played Admiral Motti, has died aged 66. Insert force choke pun here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
themaninblack 2,112 Posted April 16, 2013 Richard LeParmentier, who played Admiral Motti, has died aged 66. Insert force choke pun here. I find your lack of puns disturbing... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ulitzer95 12,654 Posted August 23, 2013 Gilbert Taylor, cinematographer of Star Wars and Dr. Strangelove fame has died aged 99. Fan scoop here > http://starwarsaficionado.blogspot.co.uk/2013/08/goodbye-gilbert-taylor.html BBC tweeted something about them being aware of it but they'll cover it laters or summin... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handrejka 1,904 Posted August 23, 2013 BBC obit here http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-23808854 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sean 6,337 Posted August 23, 2013 Damn another one of my prospective DDP picks for next year gone! I remember seeing Taylor on the One Show a few months ago and thinking he looked incredibly frail! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr. Zorders 1,271 Posted August 23, 2013 Damn another one of my prospective DDP picks for next year gone! I remember seeing Taylor on the One Show a few months ago and thinking he looked incredibly frail! You actually watch that shit? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sean 6,337 Posted August 23, 2013 I watched it on Iplayer when a mate of mine mentioned the segment on Gil Taylor- As a star Wars buff and keen Deadpooler I made a concession to watch the programme despite it being the second worst BBC show -after Countryfile of course! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr. Zorders 1,271 Posted August 23, 2013 I believe you. Millions wouldn't. (No I'm just kidding, that sounds fair enough.) What's wrong with Countryfile though, surely Points of View is the worst show? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Davey Jones' Locker 1,324 Posted September 5, 2013 Someone named A. C. Crispin whose claim to fame is that she writes Star Wars spin-off novels is apparently dying and has now posted her final farewell message on Facebook: https://www.facebook...ef=ts&ref=br_tf Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Davey Jones' Locker 1,324 Posted February 19, 2014 Carrie Fisher's drug and mental health issues may be bad enough to have seen her sacked from Star Wars 7: http://www.starwars7news.com/2014/02/is-carrie-fisherprincess-leia-in-trouble.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
charon 4,943 Posted February 19, 2014 I know it already mentioned but Christopher Malcolms death fits in this thread too.... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
