BLU-RAYS: NEW SNEAK PEEKS/CLIPS...

Above is a shot from the new Yoda footage for EPISODE I originally done by Rob Coleman and the ILM animators as a rehearsal for their Yoda work in EPISODE III (the footage may also have undergone further refinements for the Blu-rays). Looks great, eh?

Equally impressive stuff here- some other great Blu-ray footage that's now been revealed from overseas- EPISODE ONE looks absolutely superb in its new conversion. There's also going to be some controversy with scenes from the 2004 versions of the Classic Trilogy films also on the Blu-rays.

UPDATE: LUCASFILM have put their STAR WARS MOMENTS/VISUALIZER area online here:
Star Wars: The Complete Saga | Visualizer

Prior and continued thanks to "R2D2" and the other dedicated fans at ORIGINALTRILOGY.COM for their heads up on so many good things Blu-ray related...


EPISODE I CLIPS:

"There’s always a bigger fish":


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep1/Ep1_Visualizer_Clip_1_MJPG.mp4

Shield generator has been hit - R2's heroic moment:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep1/Ep1_Visualizer_Clip_2_MJPG.mp4

Fear leads to anger, anger leads to hate:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep1/Ep1_Visualizer_Clip_3_MJPG.mp4

I will come back to free you mom, I promise:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep1/Ep1_Visualizer_Clip_4_MJPG.mp4

Activate the droids:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep1/Ep1_Visualizer_Clip_5_MJPG.mp4

Obi versus Darth Maul:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep1/Ep1_Visualizer_Clip_6_MJPG.mp4

Anakin, Anakin, drop [lightsabers]:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep1/Ep1_Visualizer_Clip_7_MJPG.mp4

Republic credits are not good out here:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep1/Ep1_Visualizer_Clip_8_MJPG.mp4

Clumsy Jar Jar at the pod:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep1/Ep1_Visualizer_Clip_9_MJPG.mp4

Pod-race:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep1/Ep1_Visualizer_Clip_10_MJPG.mp4

Jabba also gets a revised make-over for the new Blu-ray of EPISODE ONE.

EPISODE II CLIPS:

Speeder chase:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep2/Ep2_Visualizer_Clip_1_MJPG.mp4

Anakin leaving to find his mother:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep2/Ep2_Visualizer_Clip_2_MJPG.mp4

Yoda teaches class - "Lost planet Master Obi -Wan has":


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep2/Ep2_Visualizer_Clip_3_MJPG.mp4

Jango versus Obi:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep2/Ep2_Visualizer_Clip_4_MJPG.mp4

Obi at Kamino:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep2/Ep2_Visualizer_Clip_5_MJPG.mp4

Yoda versus Dooku [lightsabers]:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep2/Ep2_Visualizer_Clip_6_MJPG.mp4

Geonosis - battle scene:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep2/Ep2_Visualizer_Clip_7_MJPG.mp4

geonosis - arena battle scene:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep2/Ep2_Visualizer_Clip_8_MJPG.mp4

Obi versus Jango Fett - space chase:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep2/Ep2_Visualizer_Clip_9_MJPG.mp4

Geonosis - another arena battle scene:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep2/Ep2_Visualizer_Clip_10_MJPG.mp4

EPISODE III CLIPS:

R2 - "hit the buzz droids center eye":
http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep3/Ep3_Visualizer_Clip_1__MJPG.mp4

Stupid little astro droid:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep3/Ep3_Visualizer_Clip_2__MJPG.mp4

Kashyyyk - battle:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep3/Ep3_Visualizer_Clip_3__MJPG.mp4

Order 66:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep3/Ep3_Visualizer_Clip_4__MJPG.mp4

After the attack of the Jedi Temple:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep3/Ep3_Visualizer_Clip_5__MJPG.mp4

yoda versus Darth Sidious [lightsabers]:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep3/Ep3_Visualizer_Clip_6__MJPG.mp4

Grievious versus Obi :
http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep3/Ep3_Visualizer_Clip_7__MJPG.mp4

In the name of the Galactic Senate of the Republic [lightsabers]:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep3/Ep3_Visualizer_Clip_8__MJPG.mp4

The Council wants you to report on all Chancellor's dealings:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep3/Ep3_Visualizer_Clip_9__MJPG.mp4

"Hello there!":
http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep3/Ep3_Visualizer_Clip_10__MJPG.mp4

EPISODE IV CLIPS: 

Vader kills Antilles:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep4/Ep4_Visualizer_Clip_1__MJPG.mp4

“We seem to be made to suffer”:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep4/Ep4_Visualizer_Clip_2__MJPG.mp4

“Your fathers lightsaber”:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep4/Ep4_Visualizer_Clip_4__MJPG.mp4

Cantina:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep4/Ep4_Visualizer_Clip_5__MJPG.mp4

Holo-chess game:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep4/Ep4_Visualizer_Clip_6__MJPG.mp4

“Better her – than me”:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep4/Ep4_Visualizer_Clip_7__MJPG.mp4

“Shut down...”:

http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep4/Ep4_Visualizer_Clip_8__MJPG.mp4

Come here you big coward, Chewie come here:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep4/Ep4_Visualizer_Clip_9__MJPG.mp4

"Use the force Luke, let go Luke":


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep4/Ep4_Visualizer_Clip_10__MJPG.mp4

EPISODE V CLIPS

You could use a good kiss! video:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep5/Ep5_Visualizer_Clip_1__MJPG.mp4

Tauntaun opening video:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep5/Ep5_Visualizer_Clip_2__MJPG.mp4

Rebels prepare for AT-ATs:

http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep5/Ep5_Visualizer_Clip_3__MJPG.mp4

Han and Leia kiss video:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep5/Ep5_Visualizer_Clip_4__MJPG.mp4

Being Watched:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep5/Ep5_Visualizer_Clip_5__MJPG.mp4

That is why you fail:

http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep5/Ep5_Visualizer_Clip_6__MJPG.mp4

Lando’s welcome:

http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep5/Ep5_Visualizer_Clip_7__MJPG.mp4

I love you:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep5/Ep5_Visualizer_Clip_8__MJPG.mp4

“I am your father!”

http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep5/Ep5_Visualizer_Clip_9__MJPG.mp4

“I never doubted you for a second – wonderful”:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep5/Ep5_Visualizer_Clip_10__MJPG.mp4

EPISODE VI CLIPS

Hayden as Force Ghost: http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/images/1000px/ep6/EP6_ILM_235.jpg

Emperor cross sabers !!

http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep6/Ep6_Visualizer_Clip_8_MJPG.mp4

Emperor’s DS arrival:


http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep6/Ep6_Visualizer_Clip_5_MJPG.mp4



Jabba and Sarlacc:
 http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep6/Ep6_Visualizer_Clip_4_MJPG.mp4



Rancor:
http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep6/Ep6_Visualizer_Clip_3_MJPG.mp4



Jabba’s Palace:
 http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep6/Ep6_Visualizer_Clip_2_MJPG.mp4



Carbonite free: 
http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep6/Ep6_Visualizer_Clip_1_MJPG.mp4



It’s a trap!: 
http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep6/Ep6_Visualizer_Clip_9_MJPG.mp4



Explosion!:

http://d2np6futyd7kp6.cloudfront.net/videos/en/ep6/Ep6_Visualizer_Clip_10_MJPG.mp4



BLU-RAY UPDATE...

The first part of Home Theater Forum website's exclusive access to certain aspects of the STAR WARS Blu-rays, plus a transcript of the US LUCASFILM presentation are now online. Definitely worth checking out.

Link: Lucasfilm on Star Wars the Complete Saga Blu-ray: Hands on Report

UPDATE 22/8/11: Here's a very encouraging perspective on the press event from THE DIGITAL BITS website (which has more features and insights on the Blu-rays to come): The Digital Bits - The 2011 Star Wars Saga Blu-rays - First Insights

STAR WARS ON BLU-RAY: A LOOK AT THE SHINY DISCS...?

This image of the new Blu-ray box set discs and booklet has been doing the rounds on the various commercial sales websites. Some people out there think its a fake, but it looks pretty genuine to me.

We'll soon discover the truth once the exclusive Blu-ray presentation at COMIC CON has come and gone at the end of July...

HOMESTEAD GENERATIONS: BLU-RAY COVER ART

Artist Lucamara's front sleeve work for the upcoming STAR WARS six film Blu-ray box set has been met with a mixed reaction, but here's the full piece of art previously posted at the DEVIANTART site.

"STAR WARS IN CONCERT" WITH JOHN WILLIAMS!

The menace of Vader looms large at the Hollywood Bowl. Images: Curtis Reynolds.

Good friend to AFICIONADO Curtis Reynolds sent me these great pics from Saturday's STAR WARS IN CONCERT event at the world famous Hollywood Bowl. A great time was had by all but no one expected the much welcome appearance at the end of the concert by the saga's legendary composer John Williams (who was in the audience enjoying the show) who made an apparance on stage, introduced by Anthony Daniels, and conducted the orchestra with an encore performance of THE IMPERIAL MARCH. To say the in-departure audience rushed back to their seats to hear it would be an understatement!

What a magical evening!

UPDATE: 6/6/2010: THEFORCE.NET have footage of Williams at the concert here:TheForce.Net - Latest News - John Williams Conducts SW In Concert

Williams enjoys his special appearance.

And gets a terrific response from the fans.

Lightsabers proudly held high in the audience!

The light show continues...

STAR WARS: THE LEGACY REVEALED!

Imperial Stormtrooper promotional art linked to the US HISTORY CHANNEL's original 2007 premiere.  

There's a big treat in store for UK STAR WARS, and film fans in general, on Sunday 7th November, as the HISTORY CHANNEL (SKY CHANNEL 529 and HD 545, and VIRGIN CHANNEL 234) finally gets to show the highly successful, critically acclaimed 2007 documentary STAR WARS: THE LEGACY REVEALED - a look back at the entire six film saga, its genesis by creator George Lucas, iconic characters (like the Imperial Stormtroopers pictured above), its story history and mythology (and how its symbiotically linked to our own past), and packed with fantastic, classic clips, behind the scenes footage and discussions from the top people in the movie and entertainment industries (including premiere directors like THE LORD OF THE RINGS Peter Jackson), as well as noted scientists and historians, about why STAR WARS is so important to us in our modern culture.

Witness the evolution of the heroic Rebel Alliance's X-wing fighters. More 2007 US promotional art.

Here's a nice clip courtesy of our friends at HISTORY CHANNEL UK: http://bit.ly/aJ2lUv

As well as STAR WARS, HISTORY also have a top night of programmes related to other legendary stories and characters from myth than have been translated to the celluloid screen, from the always intriguing Robin Hood to Sherlock Holmes.

Here's HISTORY's press info for the line-up:

www.thehistorychannel.co.uk/

HISTORY & HOLLYWOOD

THE REAL ROBIN HOOD                                              A& E      THC Prem

The Real Robin Hood distinguishes between historical evidence and Hollywood fiction, and seek to create a realistic portrait of the mythical hero - revealing the fascinating history behind the man and the creation of his legend. The special will include clips from the film as well as interviews with director Ridley Scott, Russell Crowe and renowned historians.Sunday 28th November at 7pm (2hr)

STAR WARS: THE LEGACY REVEALED                      Lucasfilm  UK Prem

Star Wars Legacy Revealed takes a profound look at the serious subtext behind Lucas’ fantasy milestone. Guiding us through the journey are a diverse mix of politicians, historians, authors and artists. They include Tom Brokaw, Nancy Pelosi, Dan Rather, Newt Gingrich, author Camille Paglia, filmmaker Peter Jackson (The Lord of the Rings), J.J. Abrams (co-creator of Lost), Joss Whedon (creator of Buffy the Vampire Slayer) and many more.Sunday 28th November at 9pm (2hr)

Also included in HISTORY & HOLLYWOOD is…The True Story: The Silence of the Lambs (10pm), 300 Spartans (11pm), The Search For Burke and Hare (12am) & The Real Sherlock Holmes (1am).

And check out STAR WARS.COM previous 2007 article when the show originally aired at Memorial Day in the US:

http://www.starwars.com/community/news/media/news20070501b.html

Plus some clips from the HISTORY CHANNEL's US site:

http://www.history.com/shows/star-wars-the-legacy-revealed/videos%20-%20star-wars-and-the-fall-of-democracy

We'll be reviewing STAR WARS: THE LEGACY REVEALED shortly, so keep an eye out for it.