Lucas asked and Kershner declined. He should have offered him more money. Nothing against Richard Marquand, but Jedi would have been better had Kirshner directed it.
yeah, we wouldn't have had to suffer the Tarzan joke---that almost killed the entire movie when Chewie did that, like we're getting too engrossed in the story so they say, "Hey, lighten up, here's Chewie on a swing." Sad thing is, even if Kershner had directed it, it would still be ruined in the CGI riddled re-release
@@markpaterson2053 That depends. I know that the director has some say in any changes made to their movies, but being the Star Wars films were made outside DGS rules, I’m not sure how that’s applied. Empire was the least messed with of the three and the biggest negative was replacing the Emperor. I understand WHY Lucas did it, but a) the original was to me far more terrifying than what they ended up with. And B, Ian looked like he just rolled out of bed and was bored beyond belief. It was a stiff and lifeless replacement.
@ True but Never Say Never Again was also outside EON and the rest of the Bond films so a lot of what made Bond…Bond, could not be used. Part of Kirshner’s deal with Lucas was total control. If he did not have that in NSNA, then he was handcuffed from the beginning.
Agreed I never ever viewed it as a laugh. That's so strange. But I betcha it didnt have a score to it yet and imaging it without a score I can see why it would get a laugh.
It also shows a cockiness, which is classic Han Solo. He knew Leia was lying to herself as much as to him about her feelings. I’m glad she gave that line back to him in Jedi.
@@grimdara4227 It's because there are people who hate Lucas and spread false information and theories, which have been widely debunked. Some of the dialogues, in particular those of episode 2 were written by Jonathan Hales, who also co-wrote the screenplay. Carrie Fisher have rewritten some of the dialogues on "The Phantom Menace" and Tom Stoppard did the same on "Revenge Of The Sith". It's best not to always believe people without checking the information.
@@philippealain-artS T F U. None of us “hate” George Lucas. We just wanted the prequels to have as strong CHARACTERS as the original trilogy did. Also, “dialogue” is already the correct plural.
The line is what I would expect Han Solo to say, EXACTLY. "I know" fits his character down to a nanometer of accuracy. It's not funny or stoic or sad or fatalistic. That's just Han - that's what his cheeky, confident, cocky self would do and say, under normal circumstances. So here, we see that same character and confidence come through, despite this being a dire situation. It. Is. Sheer. Perfection.
What makes the line better is that, “I love you, too” is the subtext behind the words, hinted by Ford’s facial expression, and one that Han Solo is too proud to say, especially in the moment of facing death.
The decision to go with the "I Know" scene is truly perfect for the character ... glad they stuck it out for the perfect scene. The level of Ego in today's industry would definitely deters this type of Ad Lib as it would be seen as an insult.
TBH I am surprised Lucas hasn't tried to insert the "I love you too" back in over the years assuming the footage still exists as an alternative take on a blu-ray.
Harrison Ford doesn't get enough credit in this video for coming up with the line. There's an interview clip where Harrison explains, "I just thought, 'What's the last thing a woman would want to hear?'"
You can't out-talk them. I felt in the movie _The Fall Guy,_ that after the ex-girlfriend goes on a tear about him ghosting her or breaking up with her when he's broken his back, he should have said something like, "I'm a man of action, not a talker; what could I do then?" I forget the second part I had thought of after seeing the movie, but it was something good like that. Found the clip: th-cam.com/video/cQ1zkb3Lyiw/w-d-xo.html
Mr. Kirshner is just great. Great man, great director. Empire is my favorite movie of all 6 Star Wars movies and one of my favorite movies ever. So sad he couldn't do more.
Kershner: "No, It's not Han Solo. That's not his character. Because I was constantly thinking character, character..." Mark Hamill: "I told Rian, "'I fundamentally disagree with virtually everything you've decided about my character. "" They both were right.
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The way George directs, it's him with, like, a blueprint of how to build an Ikea desk and he's simply gathering the pieces... he's never, ever been good with directing acting or being able to adjust or deviate. Harrison Ford and Mark Hamill always joked about how bad of an acting director he was, "Faster, more intense," his famous direction. If something goes off-script, his mind can't compute it.
I think its the subtlety of it and the sub text that maybe Leia is only saying this because her feelings are coming out and shes afraid that she will never see him again. The "I know" and the way its intoned is just so perfect and natural for the scene that it says so much with so little and it achieves a multitude of things, like Han is not going to express vulnerability infront of his enemies, he is confirming that he has known all along and reassuring Leia but also making a commitment to her as well in a way that leaves him on top. I think what's first and foremost is that this line stays authentic to Han Solo as a cool guy and hes not going to break down and be mushy about something like this regardless of the situation. I dont even think this breaks tension or is funny it still keeps up with that this is a dire situation and the beauty of this scene is the utter simplicity of it, and Harrison's acting along side Carry's is just a perfect dynamo of visual poetry.
Of course at the time I was only 9 going on 10 years old, but when I saw that, I didn't think "I know" was funny or took away at all from the tone of the scene. I simply took it as, despite all the apparent resistance Leia had toward Han's interest in her, deep down she still loved him, and Han somehow knew all along and sensed something about her. At the same time, it does sound like his typical narcissistic arrogant response, just like his boasts of how fast his ship is, etc. It was the PERFECT line for him, and Kersh was right. One of those happy accidents in production that becomes iconic.
It was just one of those cute lines from _Star Wars_ or _The Empire Strikes Back_ that they'd put on collectible baseball-like picture cards. "I'd just as soon kiss a wookie." "I can arrange that." "I'm not afraid." "You will be."
Speaking as someone who saw it, in theater, original run. When Han came out with that line, you could literally hear every woman in the theater get wet. No lie.
I find it interesting that the adults back then found the line somewhat comical… I was a kid of course when I first saw ESB, but that movie was so very serious to me… I think it should in many ways be considered a “young adult” style film like hunger games, Harry Potter etc when you think about the emotional investment that a child puts into stories like this. At the premier, adults were probably considering the lighter side of all of it because of ANH’s fairy tale “feel good fun” and were anticipating more humor. I love how Kershner wasn’t afraid to take the story into more dramatic tone, knowing the film would be better for it.
Hey, the poster was a nod to _Gone with the Wind_ a movie if adjusted for inflation will never be surpassed in ticket sales despite it's historical flaws on the Civil War and slavery. But kids didn't know that either, and weren't into romance.
This, what Irving wanted is right. "I know", that's what "Han Solo" would say. Han isn't going to turn into a "Gran-pa" here (That came later in RoTJ :( ). Han has the confidence and ego to take what she says in stride while keeping to his truer self. It's perfect the way it is.
@@matthewsands3591 In "Star Wars" Han was closest to how he really was, A rogue with a fast gun & ship that was going to drop off Luke, Ben and the droids at the closest habitable planet when they found that Alderaan had been destroyed, a switchy character that was no closer to good guy than he was bad guy. By ESB Han had softened a bit but still had his hard edge when needed. Lucas said in an interview "Han needed alot of work" before he could be *Suitable for Leia and Lucas's thoughts of a "Hero" in his very "Black & White" Good guy/Bad guy story, By RoTJ Hans character was a shadow of himself. Still my favorite, but not the same as his start much less Lucas's Original Han.
@mikecobalt7005 Han was literally no different in ROTJ. His character progression was consistent with the previous films. I really don't know wtf you're talking about but I'm not seeing what you're seeing.
@@matthewsands3591 I know what Lucas said himself after RoTJ, "Hans character needed to change". But that's fine, everybody sees Star Wars a bit different.
From what I have read, that was a stressful day on set. I have in my collection a 'making of TESB'. It goes into great detail of Harrison Ford trying to find the motivation for the whole scene. Much more was filmed that has never seen the light of day
I saw this in the theater before I was aged 10. I remember that moment and it totally made sense with the story and the characters. The whole movie there is this tension between Han Solo and princess leia. The audience knows that there is this connection. Han Solo obviously knows, princess Leia knows, but they don't acknowledge it until that moment. And princess Leia of course says I love you, and Han solo's acknowledgment is perfect.
I’ve always wondered if George was bothered that the SW film he had the least creative connection to was regarded as the best of the bunch. He was livid with Kersh for working slowly and burning through cash (this anecdote being just a microcosm of that overall rift) when George’s independence was still on the line, but what a result it produced.
I think this moment is what made Lucas demand to direct the prequels himself. But he admits he hates directing and he is not a good director. But he wanted to control his baby. And well, we got what we got
I'm not fan of the prequels, but I give George a lot of credit for making movies we've never seen before. Creative failure??? To some fans maybe, but I am stunned how a large number of millennials truly love them. They should bc ITS THEIR STAR WARS. Id rather a filmmaker taking chances than the pile of shit Disney has done.
Lucas actually asked other people to direct the prequels, but they turned him down. For people like Spielberg and Ron Howard, it would have been difficult because they were still part of the director's guild, while Lucas was not, but for other directors, the prospect of directing a new Star Wars movie probably felt too intimidating.
@@Willpowerbomb Glad fandom likes something George achieved, I thought TPM was a better movie and Darth Maul cast a large shadow for the rest of the movies... even the Disney Trilogy. He had such a presence which captured my imagination.
Lucas has always had total control of the franchise. He even had changes made to the original ESB editing several times. It's also totally untrue to say that Lucas is a bad director. He wrote and directed the movie that revolutionized science fiction in cinema. He is also recognized as an excellent director by famous directors who have won even more awards than he has.
Far play to George Lucas though. Star Wars was his thing, and he could have overruled Kershner if he wanted. But he was prepared to accept the other guy was right after listening to others. I respect that... people who can accept others' opinions and kind of accept they were wrong.
I'd love to hear from people who were at the showing where Han Solo said: "I love you to." As I bet there were a lot of arguments about people hearing different lines.
Lucas was always a terrible director and an even worse writer. His world building was phenomenal, no doubt, but that's about it. Everything good, other than world building, in SW was not introduced by Lucas.
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I hope you know that George Lucas parted ways with Gary Kurtz because Kurtz neither respected budgets nor deadlines, nearly ruining George. George Lucas had to invest his personal funds to finish The Empire Strikes Back. 😮💨
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Thing is, which of the multiple writers (I don't think any of them were George Lucas) came up with such a lame cliche line of dialogue as "I love you too" in the first place?
It may have been George (whose attempt at rewriting Leigh Brackett’s original screenplay is unpublished). Larry Kasdan wrote three scripts for Empire and they all have the line as “just remember that, cuz I’ll be back”
@robheaton Wonder why Kersh and Ford didn't just use that line then, that's a good one. Maybe it would have been too much of a spoiler, and the audience needed to feel that uncertainty that Han could die.
Interesting that it was considered funny at the time. I never thought of it that way. Rather, a veneer of Han Solo arrogance covering up - or clashing with - a heartfelt sympathy and perhaps guilt. The most honest and vulnerable we ever see him.
Thanks for the feedback. The goal was to set up the conflict not to waste your time. The interview starts at 1:09 so not quite 4 min. Will keep moving faster in the future.
@@TheForceFandom There are some videos that drag, but I didn't get the impression on this one. Of course I watch videos on 1.5x speed (except for music). I wouldn't have called it a "short clip" though.
@@sandal_thong8631 fair. It was more on the medium side. It was out of a much longer interview so in that perspective it was short. I watch a lot on 2x. But depends on what.
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You call him Irv. He hated his first name. He liked to be called Kersh. I know it because he told me in 2006 when I had dinner with him in Paris. Great video
We talked about cinéma, the Empire Strikes back of course, about Spielberg (I remember we had a bit of an argument about Michael Kahn) , films I wanted to make . I spoke like Yoda somehow. I think he had a lot of Yoda in him. but it was an amazing moment. I spent most of of the 2 hors wondering if I was dreaming.
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Empire is still my favorite of the entire franchise of movies. Kirshner took the characters and expounded on their bond, making them more endearing. The worry and then resolve that Han expressed when he learned Luke didn't return to Echo Base, The banter between he and Leia as they sort out their feelings for each other...the silent understanding between Luke and Han when the battle was imminent, those things are what made my investment official.
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One of the best moments in the single best film out of all eleven Star Wars films so far. Kersh was the peak and best thing to ever happen to the franchise.
I don't know. A New Hope was about establishing a story, while Empire was about character development. The story can stand on its own and if it is good enough, only then will anyone care about the characters. That's my main gripe about the prequal trilogy.
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Empire Strikes Back actually bored me. I went to see it with my brother and I fell asleep during the first showing that we had to stay for a second so I can see the thing.
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ESB is my favourite movie of the Original trilogy - so much was going on you were kept on the edge of your seat. - The Prequels (for me) sucked because George can't write dialogue. Harrison Ford complained on the original Star Wars ANH - that 'George can write shitty dialogue but it is too hard to say. even Mark Hamill has said the same. TPM, AOTC & RoTS was shit because of the shmaltzy dialogue & crap arsed storyline.
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Supporting his creative decisions is one thing. Not telling George they were running over budget and about to run out of money until the last minute was unforgivable. Then George had to scramble to the bank or the studio or whatever at the last minute to get a check.
Mr. Kirshner was good for ESB. I would love for his so called fans to review his other movies and tell me how great a director he was??? Its a slap in the face to not understand how influential George Lucas was for ESB and we need to give a lot of credit to Gary Kurtz. He was a headache to George but achieved a very good movie. A movie which spawned all of the sequels we had to bare. I dont think the follow ups were good but rather mediocre with better SFX😂
Doesnt ford take credit for this a few years ago? Sometime during the press for the sequel trilogy. Just a little surprised the director didn’t get any credit for it in fords story.
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@@natalieportmanfan1817 But you're missing my point. Leia's love confession raises the stakes because her feelings haven't been revealed until now. We already know that Han loves her, and him saying the obvious is in essence a waste of run time. By having Han saying something unexpetced they were able to "up the ante" even more.
Everything Lucas has done has always been character-driven, as he's explained time and again. Kershner explained that this was the only time they disagreed, and you claim the opposite in the comment you made. The movie is good because Lucas' story is excellent, because he realized that it wasn't enough just to make a sequel. The story had to surprise and move the narrative forward. The movie is good because Lucas has kept total control of the franchise and because, contrary to Kershner's claims, Lucas asked to have several scenes in the original film re-edited. The movie is also good, thanks to Lucas's dialogue, especially Yoda's dialogue, which is of breathtaking profoundness. And the movie is good, also thanks to Kershner's work, but not only. And no ESB is not the best Star Wars movie, the best SW movie is Revenge Of The Sith.
Star Wars I-VI are the true cult classic wonderful movies that built the legend of the Star Wars universe, the Skywalker saga, Star Wars world building, iconic characters, world expansion and exploration, the diversity of peoples, planets, environments, creatures, and digital technologies revolution, a great galactic epic in six wonderful parts, the story of Anakin Skywalker, the chosen one destined to bring balance to the Force, the rise and fall of a hero who succumbs to fear, anger and the temptation of the dark side, his quest to save those he loved, leading him to become Darth Vader, and how he ultimately redeems himself through the love of his son, the story of a democracy slowly corrupted into a dictatorship, as Palpatine manipulates fear and crisis to seize absolute power, until the fall of the Empire and the restoration of the Republic's order through Anakin's sacrifice, ending with the liberation of all the planets of the Star Wars world, the wonderful Star Wars galaxy, the work of its creator, two wonderful facets that form an inseparable whole of the Star Wars galaxy, the six original movies of the Star Wars universe, the creativity of world-building, the perfectionist visionary genius and incredible imagination of George Lucas, and Star Wars I-VI will never be beaten.
George Lucas is genius brilliant filmmaker, great storyteller, a pioneer of digital technologies, a great creator of wonderful worlds and a perfectionist visionary who has devoted his entire life to the vision of his Star Wars world.
Star Wars I-VI are the true cult classic wonderful movies that built the legend of the Star Wars universe, the Skywalker saga, Star Wars world building, iconic characters, world expansion and exploration, the diversity of peoples, planets, environments, creatures, and digital technologies revolution, a great galactic epic in six wonderful parts, the story of Anakin Skywalker, the chosen one destined to bring balance to the Force, the rise and fall of a hero who succumbs to fear, anger and the temptation of the dark side, his quest to save those he loved, leading him to become Darth Vader, and how he ultimately redeems himself through the love of his son, the story of a democracy slowly corrupted into a dictatorship, as Palpatine manipulates fear and crisis to seize absolute power, until the fall of the Empire and the restoration of the Republic's order through Anakin's sacrifice, ending with the liberation of all the planets of the Star Wars world, the wonderful Star Wars galaxy, the work of its creator, two wonderful facets that form an inseparable whole of the Star Wars galaxy, the six original movies of the Star Wars universe, the creativity of world-building, the perfectionist visionary genius and incredible imagination of George Lucas, and Star Wars I-VI will never be beaten.
@@natalieportmanfan1817 Maybe, but he is not a good director and/or script writer. The dialog and some acting was bad in the prequels, not because of bad actors, but bad scripts and directing. Attack of the clones was cringe!
George Lucas’s Star Wars prequels are a pure masterpiece, a magnificent, exciting, and incredibly rich work that has greatly contributed to the story, universe, characters, lore, and mythology of Star Wars. They are the greatest movies-a thrilling, cult classic trilogy from beginning to end. These are the Star Wars movies George Lucas always intended to make, and they are the best, most complete, and richest of all the Star Wars trilogies. Everything is superb: the deepening of the Star Wars universe and its narrative elements is stunning and engaging. The detailed exploration of the Clone Wars, a pivotal moment in Star Wars history, is fascinating. The period of the Clone Wars is the best era in the Star Wars saga. The gripping storyline develops throughout the films, with the rise of Palpatine (Darth Sidious) portrayed masterfully. His behind-the-scenes machinations to undermine the Galactic Republic and bring the galaxy under his control are meticulously shown. His manipulation to create a massive clone army and wipe out the Jedi with Order 66 is central to the story, explaining how the Galactic Empire came to be after the fall of the Republic and how Anakin turned to the dark side, becoming Darth Vader. Anakin’s fall, driven by his desire to save those he loved, is tragic and profound. His transformation into Darth Vader is a breathtaking, iconic scene. The connection to the original trilogy is seamlessly handled. Anakin’s internal conflict-torn between his loyalty to the Jedi Order and his desire to protect those he loves-makes his story deep and tragic. Key moments such as his confrontation with Count Dooku and his heartbreaking final duel with Obi-Wan Kenobi on Mustafar heighten the drama. The prequels also brought invaluable depth to the Star Wars universe, offering detailed insight into the Jedi Order, the training of Padawans, the Sith, and Jedi teachings. The focus on the Sith and their philosophy strengthened the dark side of the Force, adding layers of depth and complexity to the saga. The political aspect of the prequel trilogy introduces a new dimension to Star Wars, with Palpatine’s machinations in the Galactic Senate and the growing tensions between planetary systems, creating a richer context for the events of the Original Trilogy-the rise of the Empire, the fall of the Republic, the extinction of the Jedi, and the tragic story of Anakin Skywalker. The expansion of the Star Wars universe is also amazing, with new planets, races, creatures, and cultures. The introduction of Dug, Gungans, Toydarians, Kaminoans, the underwater city, the Queen’s palace, the Galactic Senate, the cloning facility, and planets like Naboo and Coruscant-all of which are among the best-help create a larger, more diverse world. Iconic locations such as Kamino, Geonosis, Utapau, Felucia, and Mustafar provide visually captivating settings for action scenes, plot development, and key moments in the story. The trilogy also gave us legendary characters like Anakin Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Padmé Amidala, Qui-Gon Jinn, Mace Windu, General Grievous, Jango Fett, and more. The action scenes and lightsaber battles are some of the most memorable in the saga. Epic battles such as the Battle of Geonosis, the podrace on Tatooine, the Battle of Naboo, and the Battle over Coruscant are iconic, visually stunning, and filled with emotional stakes, involving characters we’ve grown to love. Lightsaber duels between legendary figures like Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker, Darth Maul, and Yoda are executed with exceptional choreography, adding visceral energy to the story. The duel on Naboo, the clash with Count Dooku, Yoda’s fight with Darth Sidious in the Senate, Darth Maul’s encounter, and the tragic brotherly battle between Obi-Wan and Anakin are unforgettable. These episodes also enriched Star Wars lore with charismatic new characters, unforgettable music like 'Duel of the Fates,' 'Across the Stars,' and 'Battle of the Heroes,' a fascinating and expansive mythology, and a cast of talented actors, including Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman, Samuel L. Jackson, and Liam Neeson. Natalie Portman is stunning, graceful, and charismatic as Padmé Amidala, queen and senator of Naboo. She brings strength, determination, and courage to her role, evolving from a queen to a senator and eventually into a strong, elegant, and determined woman-a central feature of the trilogy. Ewan McGregor and Liam Neeson deliver a classy and memorable presence onscreen, and their dynamic as Jedi Masters is palpable, conveying wisdom and resolve that ground the story in Jedi heritage. Christopher Lee’s presence as Count Dooku adds a touch of class, elegance, and charisma, enhanced by his Shakespearean delivery. The Star Wars prequels were the revival of the Star Wars saga, bringing real dramatic weight, political context, meaningful stakes, new and iconic characters, and thrilling action scenes. They vastly expanded the Star Wars universe, making it more diverse and richly developed, with a lore that perfectly complements the Original Trilogy and is inseparable from it. These Star Wars episodes are masterpieces that form an incredible whole, a single, exceptional galactic epic. It is the story of Anakin Skywalker-from his training as a Jedi to his fall to the dark side, and ultimately his redemption in saving his son, destroying the Sith, and bringing balance to the Force. It’s also the story of the Galactic Empire, once a democratic Republic, and Palpatine’s rise from senator to emperor of the galaxy-his manipulation to secure his authority in the Senate, create his own Empire, destroy the Jedi Order, and keep Anakin as his apprentice. Furthermore, this trilogy marked a major advancement in digital filmmaking, modern technologies, editing, and special effects, allowing the creation of new worlds, incredible world-building, and the extraordinary narrative of the Star Wars prequels. Like Avatar, it is a vast, rich, and unlimited universe that explores new planets, civilizations, technologies, and worlds. This trilogy is the greatest, more far-reaching, more fantastc, in Star Wars, as George Lucas was able to build his universe exactly as he envisioned it. Without the prequels, the Star Wars universe would not be as interesting, vast, developed, or as exciting and rich as it is today. @@emf321
Star Wars Episodes 1, 2, and 3 are the greatest movies in the Star Wars universe. They are a legendary and essential work, pivotal in shaping the world of Star Wars, representing the best the franchise has to offer in every aspect. From Episodes I to VI, all the Star Wars movies are masterpieces-iconic, stunning, incredibly rich, exciting, and timeless. These movies remain unmatched, defining the pinnacle of science fiction with the best characters, actors, casting, scenes, universe, and storytelling. The depth, the expansion, and the sheer creativity of this universe are unparalleled, with its planets, environments, creatures, and civilizations revolutionizing cinema with groundbreaking technology, digital effects, and editing advancements. Together, these two epic trilogies form a perfect, magical, and exceptional whole-an inseparable part of a grand, unified story: the tale of Anakin Skywalker, his journey from a Jedi to the dark side, and his ultimate redemption through self-sacrifice to save his son, destroy the Sith, and restore balance to the Force. It’s also the rise and fall of a dictatorship, showing the transformation of a democracy into tyranny, all set in a vast, sprawling universe that is breathtakingly rich and endlessly creative. Star Wars Episodes I through VI tell the same story, set in the same universe-George Lucas’s singular vision of an extraordinary science fiction saga. Both trilogies are integral to the Star Wars world, two sides of the same galaxy. These two monumental trilogies are masterpieces that have greatly contributed to building the universe and lore of Star Wars as we know it today. They are legendary, exciting, and iconic works of science fiction, the crowning achievement of George Lucas. Six incredible movies that together form an inseparable whole. @@emf321
Star Wars I-VI are the true cult classic wonderful movies that built the legend of the Star Wars universe, the Skywalker saga, Star Wars world building, iconic characters, world expansion and exploration, the diversity of peoples, planets, environments, creatures, and digital technologies revolution, a great galactic epic in six wonderful parts, the story of Anakin Skywalker, the chosen one destined to bring balance to the Force, the rise and fall of a hero who succumbs to fear, anger and the temptation of the dark side, his quest to save those he loved, leading him to become Darth Vader, and how he ultimately redeems himself through the love of his son, the story of a democracy slowly corrupted into a dictatorship, as Palpatine manipulates fear and crisis to seize absolute power, until the fall of the Empire and the restoration of the Republic's order through Anakin's sacrifice, ending with the liberation of all the planets of the Star Wars world, the wonderful Star Wars galaxy, the work of its creator, two wonderful facets that form an inseparable whole of the Star Wars galaxy, the six original movies of the Star Wars universe, the creativity of world-building, the perfectionist visionary genius and incredible imagination of George Lucas, and Star Wars I-VI will never be beaten.
Sometimes I feel George Lucas gets WAY too much credit for how great the original films were. He was lucky to be surrounded by passionate people that believed in what they were doing.
Star Wars I-VI are the true cult classic wonderful movies that built the legend of the Star Wars universe, the Skywalker saga, Star Wars world building, iconic characters, world expansion and exploration, the diversity of peoples, planets, environments, creatures, and digital technologies revolution, a great galactic epic in six wonderful parts, the story of Anakin Skywalker, the chosen one destined to bring balance to the Force, the rise and fall of a hero who succumbs to fear, anger and the temptation of the dark side, his quest to save those he loved, leading him to become Darth Vader, and how he ultimately redeems himself through the love of his son, the story of a democracy slowly corrupted into a dictatorship, as Palpatine manipulates fear and crisis to seize absolute power, until the fall of the Empire and the restoration of the Republic's order through Anakin's sacrifice, ending with the liberation of all the planets of the Star Wars world, the wonderful Star Wars galaxy, the work of its creator, two wonderful facets that form an inseparable whole of the Star Wars galaxy, the six original movies of the Star Wars universe, the creativity of world-building, the perfectionist visionary genius and incredible imagination of George Lucas, and Star Wars I-VI will never be beaten.
not the only time Lucas tried to sabotage his own characters, especially Han (Yes, George, Han shot first; if he didn't, he must have the Force or something, because no one can dodge as quick as with CGI enhancement, he'd have snapped his neck doing that in real life).
@@Progger11 That's the exact issue here. But George went a bit mad, didn't he? Along with Spielberg butchering ET to replace a shotgun with a walkie talkie that made no sense the way he was holding it. These idiots believe they're above us and therefore need to doctor what we can and can't see.
@@Aidan8N It's not what I've heard come out of Lucas' own mouth. He said he wanted Han to be a wholesome John Wayne type character who doesn't shoot first. But he overlooked that Han had a merc pointing a gun at him from two feet away saying that he was looking forward to killing him. In that situation it would be self defence, not cold blooded murder.
It wasn't the last time. The same happened later with the "aggressive negotiations" line in AOTC but that time it was Lucas who asked the ad lib to the actors.
Lucas has the worst instincts with things like this. He made so many terrible decisions in the prequels, i wish he had a competent person like Kirshner to fight him on some of it.
George Lucas is genius brilliant filmmaker, great storyteller, a pioneer of digital technologies, of modern cinema technologies, a great creator of wonderful worlds and a perfectionist visionary who has devoted his entire life to the vision of his Star Wars world.
George Lucas’s Star Wars prequels are a pure masterpiece, a magnificent, exciting, and incredibly rich work that has greatly contributed to the story, universe, characters, lore, and mythology of Star Wars. They are the greatest movies-a thrilling, cult classic trilogy from beginning to end. These are the Star Wars movies George Lucas always intended to make, and they are the best, most complete, and richest of all the Star Wars trilogies. Everything is superb: the deepening of the Star Wars universe and its narrative elements is stunning and engaging. The detailed exploration of the Clone Wars, a pivotal moment in Star Wars history, is fascinating. The period of the Clone Wars is the best era in the Star Wars saga. The gripping storyline develops throughout the films, with the rise of Palpatine (Darth Sidious) portrayed masterfully. His behind-the-scenes machinations to undermine the Galactic Republic and bring the galaxy under his control are meticulously shown. His manipulation to create a massive clone army and wipe out the Jedi with Order 66 is central to the story, explaining how the Galactic Empire came to be after the fall of the Republic and how Anakin turned to the dark side, becoming Darth Vader. Anakin’s fall, driven by his desire to save those he loved, is tragic and profound. His transformation into Darth Vader is a breathtaking, iconic scene. The connection to the original trilogy is seamlessly handled. Anakin’s internal conflict-torn between his loyalty to the Jedi Order and his desire to protect those he loves-makes his story deep and tragic. Key moments such as his confrontation with Count Dooku and his heartbreaking final duel with Obi-Wan Kenobi on Mustafar heighten the drama. The prequels also brought invaluable depth to the Star Wars universe, offering detailed insight into the Jedi Order, the training of Padawans, the Sith, and Jedi teachings. The focus on the Sith and their philosophy strengthened the dark side of the Force, adding layers of depth and complexity to the saga. The political aspect of the prequel trilogy introduces a new dimension to Star Wars, with Palpatine’s machinations in the Galactic Senate and the growing tensions between planetary systems, creating a richer context for the events of the Original Trilogy-the rise of the Empire, the fall of the Republic, the extinction of the Jedi, and the tragic story of Anakin Skywalker. The expansion of the Star Wars universe is also amazing, with new planets, races, creatures, and cultures. The introduction of Dug, Gungans, Toydarians, Kaminoans, the underwater city, the Queen’s palace, the Galactic Senate, the cloning facility, and planets like Naboo and Coruscant-all of which are among the best-help create a larger, more diverse world. Iconic locations such as Kamino, Geonosis, Utapau, Felucia, and Mustafar provide visually captivating settings for action scenes, plot development, and key moments in the story. The trilogy also gave us legendary characters like Anakin Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Padmé Amidala, Qui-Gon Jinn, Mace Windu, General Grievous, Jango Fett, and more. The action scenes and lightsaber battles are some of the most memorable in the saga. Epic battles such as the Battle of Geonosis, the podrace on Tatooine, the Battle of Naboo, and the Battle over Coruscant are iconic, visually stunning, and filled with emotional stakes, involving characters we’ve grown to love. Lightsaber duels between legendary figures like Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker, Darth Maul, and Yoda are executed with exceptional choreography, adding visceral energy to the story. The duel on Naboo, the clash with Count Dooku, Yoda’s fight with Darth Sidious in the Senate, Darth Maul’s encounter, and the tragic brotherly battle between Obi-Wan and Anakin are unforgettable. These episodes also enriched Star Wars lore with charismatic new characters, unforgettable music like 'Duel of the Fates,' 'Across the Stars,' and 'Battle of the Heroes,' a fascinating and expansive mythology, and a cast of talented actors, including Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman, Samuel L. Jackson, and Liam Neeson. Natalie Portman is stunning, graceful, and charismatic as Padmé Amidala, queen and senator of Naboo. She brings strength, determination, and courage to her role, evolving from a queen to a senator and eventually into a strong, elegant, and determined woman-a central feature of the trilogy. Ewan McGregor and Liam Neeson deliver a classy and memorable presence onscreen, and their dynamic as Jedi Masters is palpable, conveying wisdom and resolve that ground the story in Jedi heritage. Christopher Lee’s presence as Count Dooku adds a touch of class, elegance, and charisma, enhanced by his Shakespearean delivery. The Star Wars prequels were the revival of the Star Wars saga, bringing real dramatic weight, political context, meaningful stakes, new and iconic characters, and thrilling action scenes. They vastly expanded the Star Wars universe, making it more diverse and richly developed, with a lore that perfectly complements the Original Trilogy and is inseparable from it. These Star Wars episodes are masterpieces that form an incredible whole, a single, exceptional galactic epic. It is the story of Anakin Skywalker-from his training as a Jedi to his fall to the dark side, and ultimately his redemption in saving his son, destroying the Sith, and bringing balance to the Force. It’s also the story of the Galactic Empire, once a democratic Republic, and Palpatine’s rise from senator to emperor of the galaxy-his manipulation to secure his authority in the Senate, create his own Empire, destroy the Jedi Order, and keep Anakin as his apprentice. Furthermore, this trilogy marked a major advancement in digital filmmaking, modern technologies, editing, and special effects, allowing the creation of new worlds, incredible world-building, and the extraordinary narrative of the Star Wars prequels. Like Avatar, it is a vast, rich, and unlimited universe that explores new planets, civilizations, technologies, and worlds. This trilogy is the greatest, more far-reaching, more fantastc, in Star Wars, as George Lucas was able to build his universe exactly as he envisioned it. Without the prequels, the Star Wars universe would not be as interesting, vast, developed, or as exciting and rich as it is today.
Star Wars Episodes 1, 2, and 3 are the greatest movies in the Star Wars universe. They are a legendary and essential work, pivotal in shaping the world of Star Wars, representing the best the franchise has to offer in every aspect. From Episodes I to VI, all the Star Wars movies are masterpieces-iconic, stunning, incredibly rich, exciting, and timeless. These movies remain unmatched, defining the pinnacle of science fiction with the best characters, actors, casting, scenes, universe, and storytelling. The depth, the expansion, and the sheer creativity of this universe are unparalleled, with its planets, environments, creatures, and civilizations revolutionizing cinema with groundbreaking technology, digital effects, and editing advancements. Together, these two epic trilogies form a perfect, magical, and exceptional whole-an inseparable part of a grand, unified story: the tale of Anakin Skywalker, his journey from a Jedi to the dark side, and his ultimate redemption through self-sacrifice to save his son, destroy the Sith, and restore balance to the Force. It’s also the rise and fall of a dictatorship, showing the transformation of a democracy into tyranny, all set in a vast, sprawling universe that is breathtakingly rich and endlessly creative. Star Wars Episodes I through VI tell the same story, set in the same universe-George Lucas’s singular vision of an extraordinary science fiction saga. Both trilogies are integral to the Star Wars world, two sides of the same galaxy. These two monumental trilogies are masterpieces that have greatly contributed to building the universe and lore of Star Wars as we know it today. They are legendary, exciting, and iconic works of science fiction, the crowning achievement of George Lucas. Six incredible movies that together form an inseparable whole.
Star Wars I-VI are the true cult classic wonderful movies that built the legend of the Star Wars universe, the Skywalker saga, Star Wars world building, iconic characters, world expansion and exploration, the diversity of peoples, planets, environments, creatures, and digital technologies revolution, a great galactic epic in six wonderful parts, the story of Anakin Skywalker, the chosen one destined to bring balance to the Force, the rise and fall of a hero who succumbs to fear, anger and the temptation of the dark side, his quest to save those he loved, leading him to become Darth Vader, and how he ultimately redeems himself through the love of his son, the story of a democracy slowly corrupted into a dictatorship, as Palpatine manipulates fear and crisis to seize absolute power, until the fall of the Empire and the restoration of the Republic's order through Anakin's sacrifice, ending with the liberation of all the planets of the Star Wars world, the wonderful Star Wars galaxy, the work of its creator, two wonderful facets that form an inseparable whole of the Star Wars galaxy, the six original movies of the Star Wars universe, the creativity of world-building, the perfectionist visionary genius and incredible imagination of George Lucas, and Star Wars I-VI will never be beaten.
Not the intention. I find it interesting they disagreed about that line. Just because George was wrong about this line doesn’t mean the video is about bashing him.
George Lucas created this world. It's his creation, his vision. But character development and stirring dialogue are not his forte. That's why you have good directors work with the actors.
I think the genius of George was in his ability to take something from his head and put it on the screen. But that for sure doesn’t always mean it’s the best dialogue.
George Lucas is genius brilliant filmmaker, great storyteller, a pioneer of digital technologies, a great creator of wonderful worlds and a perfectionist visionary who has devoted his entire life to the vision of his Star Wars world.
Star Wars I-VI are the true cult classic wonderful movies that built the legend of the Star Wars universe, the Skywalker saga, Star Wars world building, iconic characters, world expansion and exploration, the diversity of peoples, planets, environments, creatures, and digital technologies revolution, a great galactic epic in six wonderful parts, the story of Anakin Skywalker, the chosen one destined to bring balance to the Force, the rise and fall of a hero who succumbs to fear, anger and the temptation of the dark side, his quest to save those he loved, leading him to become Darth Vader, and how he ultimately redeems himself through the love of his son, the story of a democracy slowly corrupted into a dictatorship, as Palpatine manipulates fear and crisis to seize absolute power, until the fall of the Empire and the restoration of the Republic's order through Anakin's sacrifice, ending with the liberation of all the planets of the Star Wars world, the wonderful Star Wars galaxy, the work of its creator, two wonderful facets that form an inseparable whole of the Star Wars galaxy, the six original movies of the Star Wars universe, the creativity of world-building, the perfectionist visionary genius and incredible imagination of George Lucas, and Star Wars I-VI will never be beaten.
"Character development and stirring dialogue are not his forte" > > > The tragic story of Anakin, the fallen hero, traces his journey from his childhood as a young slave on Tatooine, where his exceptional talents set him apart and lead to his training as a Jedi with the hope of becoming the chosen one destined to restore balance to the Force. Despite his courage and immense potential, he gradually succumbs to his deep-seated fears and uncontrollable emotions, particularly his forbidden love for Padmé and his terror at the thought of losing her. These fears drive him to make increasingly desperate and dangerous choices, ultimately betraying his order and ideals by aligning himself with the Emperor in a bid to gain the power to conquer death. In doing so, he becomes Darth Vader, an unyielding servant of evil and the instrument of destruction for everything he once sought to protect. Years later, however, he is confronted by his own son, whose love and unwavering faith in him rekindle his buried humanity. This allows Anakin to break free from the emperor’s grasp and reclaim his place as the chosen one, sacrificing his life to save his son and restore balance to the Force. > > > «Fear is the path to the dark side. Fear leads to anger, anger leads to hate, hate leads to suffering.» «It's over Anakin, I have the high ground !» «You were the chosen one ! It was said that you would destroy the Sith, not join them !» «The dark side clouds everything. Impossible to see the future is.» «The dark side of the Force is a pathway to many abilities some consider to be unnatural.» «The Republic will be reorganized into the First Galactic Empire !» «The time has come. Execute Order 66.» «Feel, don't think. Use your instincts.» «Your focus determines your reality.» «So this is how liberty dies… with thunderous applause.»
@@natalieportmanfan1817 Great and lofty ideas, but the execution was a tad faulty in the prequels. They have a lot of good in them, but with great directors and screenwriters, they could have surpassed the original trilogy. The prequels could've been a trio of "Empire Strikes Back" level films.
George: "ok fine you're right"
Irvin: "I know."
@@VoiceUnder Sorry for my comment. I'll delete it. I think I lost that from the start as if id know. Pardon me.🤫✌️👋
"I know' defined Han Solo .Made him stand out in cinema history
"Sorry about the mess" defined Han Solo.
Kershner should have also directed Return of the Jedi ..
Lucas asked and Kershner declined. He should have offered him more money. Nothing against Richard Marquand, but Jedi would have been better had Kirshner directed it.
yeah, we wouldn't have had to suffer the Tarzan joke---that almost killed the entire movie when Chewie did that, like we're getting too engrossed in the story so they say, "Hey, lighten up, here's Chewie on a swing." Sad thing is, even if Kershner had directed it, it would still be ruined in the CGI riddled re-release
@@markpaterson2053 That depends. I know that the director has some say in any changes made to their movies, but being the Star Wars films were made outside DGS rules, I’m not sure how that’s applied. Empire was the least messed with of the three and the biggest negative was replacing the Emperor. I understand WHY Lucas did it, but a) the original was to me far more terrifying than what they ended up with. And B, Ian looked like he just rolled out of bed and was bored beyond belief. It was a stiff and lifeless replacement.
Be careful what you wish for Irvin Kershner directed one of the worse James Bond movies ever instead.
@ True but Never Say Never Again was also outside EON and the rest of the Bond films so a lot of what made Bond…Bond, could not be used. Part of Kirshner’s deal with Lucas was total control. If he did not have that in NSNA, then he was handcuffed from the beginning.
When he said the line “I know”, it felt stoic, that he was resigned to his fate, which made it more moving. Perfect for the scene and the character.
Agreed I never ever viewed it as a laugh. That's so strange. But I betcha it didnt have a score to it yet and imaging it without a score I can see why it would get a laugh.
It also shows a cockiness, which is classic Han Solo. He knew Leia was lying to herself as much as to him about her feelings. I’m glad she gave that line back to him in Jedi.
I wish George was challenged like this when he wrote the dialogue for the prequels.
He was, he didn't write all the dialogues.
@@philippealain-artFor the prequels? I've constantly heard the opposite.
@@grimdara4227 It's because there are people who hate Lucas and spread false information and theories, which have been widely debunked. Some of the dialogues, in particular those of episode 2 were written by Jonathan Hales, who also co-wrote the screenplay. Carrie Fisher have rewritten some of the dialogues on "The Phantom Menace" and Tom Stoppard did the same on "Revenge Of The Sith". It's best not to always believe people without checking the information.
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@@philippealain-artS T F U. None of us “hate” George Lucas. We just wanted the prequels to have as strong CHARACTERS as the original trilogy did. Also, “dialogue” is already the correct plural.
The line is what I would expect Han Solo to say, EXACTLY.
"I know" fits his character down to a nanometer of accuracy. It's not funny or stoic or sad or fatalistic. That's just Han - that's what his cheeky, confident, cocky self would do and say, under normal circumstances. So here, we see that same character and confidence come through, despite this being a dire situation.
It. Is. Sheer. Perfection.
No. It wasn't that the line fit the character. It was that the line MADE the character.
You forgot which came first and which came second.
What makes the line better is that, “I love you, too” is the subtext behind the words, hinted by Ford’s facial expression, and one that Han Solo is too proud to say, especially in the moment of facing death.
Han also didn't want to reveal romantic vulnerability in front of Vader...
Right. “I know” idiomatically is a statement of agreement. So he’s basically saying ditto from arm’s length.
The decision to go with the "I Know" scene is truly perfect for the character ... glad they stuck it out for the perfect scene. The level of Ego in today's industry would definitely deters this type of Ad Lib as it would be seen as an insult.
@@kelticowl9400 I don’t think George gets enough credit for handing things off like he did. It truly made the difference.
Empire is the best …. and that line made that scene even more memorable.
Empire has an entirely different vibe.
TBH I am surprised Lucas hasn't tried to insert the "I love you too" back in over the years assuming the footage still exists as an alternative take on a blu-ray.
Why did you randomly capitalize “ego” & “Ad Lib”? Neither of those are proper nouns.
Miss the days when directors cared about the characters when making Star Wars.
Right? That’s my biggest takeaway from this too.
Harrison Ford doesn't get enough credit in this video for coming up with the line. There's an interview clip where Harrison explains, "I just thought, 'What's the last thing a woman would want to hear?'"
You can't out-talk them. I felt in the movie _The Fall Guy,_ that after the ex-girlfriend goes on a tear about him ghosting her or breaking up with her when he's broken his back, he should have said something like, "I'm a man of action, not a talker; what could I do then?" I forget the second part I had thought of after seeing the movie, but it was something good like that.
Found the clip: th-cam.com/video/cQ1zkb3Lyiw/w-d-xo.html
Mr. Kirshner is just great. Great man, great director. Empire is my favorite movie of all 6 Star Wars movies and one of my favorite movies ever. So sad he couldn't do more.
I love how you say all SIX Star Wars movies and don't acknowledge the Disney sequels. Well done. 👍
@@josebro352 Thank you. 😁
@@MAXXWORXhe almost did phantom menace but was retired and died couple years after
Kershner: "No, It's not Han Solo. That's not his character. Because I was constantly thinking character, character..."
Mark Hamill: "I told Rian, "'I fundamentally disagree with virtually everything you've decided about my character. ""
They both were right.
You couldn't have had a better line! That's Han! I actually get the feels when he says that. Its perfect
That short clip just show a real master of cinema. Thanks Irvin ❤
George Lucas is one of the singular worst dialogue writers.
True enough
Listen to the guy who doesn't know the meaning of "singular."
@@Pyro-Moloch ok so misspelled but is accurate. Now Please correct my spelling, also add notations and of my grammar as well.
If you can manage that please, I welcome it
Understood ?
@@Pyro-Moloch do you know the meaning of "Ad hominem?"
I'm not one to defend Lucas, but if you think he's one of the worst dialogue writers in the film you probably need to see more movies.
The way George directs, it's him with, like, a blueprint of how to build an Ikea desk and he's simply gathering the pieces... he's never, ever been good with directing acting or being able to adjust or deviate. Harrison Ford and Mark Hamill always joked about how bad of an acting director he was, "Faster, more intense," his famous direction. If something goes off-script, his mind can't compute it.
I think its the subtlety of it and the sub text that maybe Leia is only saying this because her feelings are coming out and shes afraid that she will never see him again. The "I know" and the way its intoned is just so perfect and natural for the scene that it says so much with so little and it achieves a multitude of things, like Han is not going to express vulnerability infront of his enemies, he is confirming that he has known all along and reassuring Leia but also making a commitment to her as well in a way that leaves him on top. I think what's first and foremost is that this line stays authentic to Han Solo as a cool guy and hes not going to break down and be mushy about something like this regardless of the situation. I dont even think this breaks tension or is funny it still keeps up with that this is a dire situation and the beauty of this scene is the utter simplicity of it, and Harrison's acting along side Carry's is just a perfect dynamo of visual poetry.
Of course at the time I was only 9 going on 10 years old, but when I saw that, I didn't think "I know" was funny or took away at all from the tone of the scene. I simply took it as, despite all the apparent resistance Leia had toward Han's interest in her, deep down she still loved him, and Han somehow knew all along and sensed something about her. At the same time, it does sound like his typical narcissistic arrogant response, just like his boasts of how fast his ship is, etc. It was the PERFECT line for him, and Kersh was right. One of those happy accidents in production that becomes iconic.
It was just one of those cute lines from _Star Wars_ or _The Empire Strikes Back_ that they'd put on collectible baseball-like picture cards. "I'd just as soon kiss a wookie." "I can arrange that."
"I'm not afraid." "You will be."
I seem to remember in the book, Han says, "Just remember that, because I'll be back."
Speaking as someone who saw it, in theater, original run. When Han came out with that line, you could literally hear every woman in the theater get wet. No lie.
😂😂totally
Got an audience lol at the time in Australia.
It worked
I saw it in the theater, but was five years old. All that went over my head.
Said a nerd, with no experience on that subject.
Quiet, child.
I find it interesting that the adults back then found the line somewhat comical… I was a kid of course when I first saw ESB, but that movie was so very serious to me… I think it should in many ways be considered a “young adult” style film like hunger games, Harry Potter etc when you think about the emotional investment that a child puts into stories like this. At the premier, adults were probably considering the lighter side of all of it because of ANH’s fairy tale “feel good fun” and were anticipating more humor. I love how Kershner wasn’t afraid to take the story into more dramatic tone, knowing the film would be better for it.
Hey, the poster was a nod to _Gone with the Wind_ a movie if adjusted for inflation will never be surpassed in ticket sales despite it's historical flaws on the Civil War and slavery. But kids didn't know that either, and weren't into romance.
This, what Irving wanted is right. "I know", that's what "Han Solo" would say. Han isn't going to turn into a "Gran-pa" here (That came later in RoTJ :( ). Han has the confidence and ego to take what she says in stride while keeping to his truer self. It's perfect the way it is.
Wtf are you talking about? How was Han Solo a granpa in ROTJ?
@@matthewsands3591 In "Star Wars" Han was closest to how he really was, A rogue with a fast gun & ship that was going to drop off Luke, Ben and the droids at the closest habitable planet when they found that Alderaan had been destroyed, a switchy character that was no closer to good guy than he was bad guy. By ESB Han had softened a bit but still had his hard edge when needed. Lucas said in an interview "Han needed alot of work" before he could be *Suitable for Leia and Lucas's thoughts of a "Hero" in his very "Black & White" Good guy/Bad guy story, By RoTJ Hans character was a shadow of himself. Still my favorite, but not the same as his start much less Lucas's Original Han.
@mikecobalt7005 Han was literally no different in ROTJ. His character progression was consistent with the previous films. I really don't know wtf you're talking about but I'm not seeing what you're seeing.
@@matthewsands3591 I know what Lucas said himself after RoTJ, "Hans character needed to change".
But that's fine, everybody sees Star Wars a bit different.
@mikecobalt7005 maybe he said that but I don't see this change. He seems like the same Han Solo to me
This guy: I don’t think it’s the moment you’re thinking about.
Me: It’s “I know.”
I tried. But yea it’s not a huge surprise haha.
@@TheForceFandom I know 😉
Why did the audience even laugh in the first? It was a poignant subtle nuanced layered true to character moment by Solo. And yet very badassed.
And then JJ Abrams came along and took this wonderful work of art to the grave.
that and Star Trek
@@jmc32007 I didn't even know that he left a pile of broken pieces there too
From what I have read, that was a stressful day on set.
I have in my collection a 'making of TESB'. It goes into great detail of Harrison Ford trying to find the motivation for the whole scene. Much more was filmed that has never seen the light of day
Great video. Loved seeing that interview.
Thanks! I’m glad you enjoyed it.
I saw this in the theater before I was aged 10. I remember that moment and it totally made sense with the story and the characters. The whole movie there is this tension between Han Solo and princess leia. The audience knows that there is this connection. Han Solo obviously knows, princess Leia knows, but they don't acknowledge it until that moment. And princess Leia of course says I love you, and Han solo's acknowledgment is perfect.
I’ve always wondered if George was bothered that the SW film he had the least creative connection to was regarded as the best of the bunch. He was livid with Kersh for working slowly and burning through cash (this anecdote being just a microcosm of that overall rift) when George’s independence was still on the line, but what a result it produced.
Revenge of the Sith is the best Star Wars movie.
Sorry, George, Kershner was right
I think this moment is what made Lucas demand to direct the prequels himself. But he admits he hates directing and he is not a good director. But he wanted to control his baby. And well, we got what we got
I'm not fan of the prequels, but I give George a lot of credit for making movies we've never seen before. Creative failure??? To some fans maybe, but I am stunned how a large number of millennials truly love them. They should bc ITS THEIR STAR WARS. Id rather a filmmaker taking chances than the pile of shit Disney has done.
Lucas actually asked other people to direct the prequels, but they turned him down. For people like Spielberg and Ron Howard, it would have been difficult because they were still part of the director's guild, while Lucas was not, but for other directors, the prospect of directing a new Star Wars movie probably felt too intimidating.
We got 3 really good movies, one of which is beloved by the fandom (Sith).
@@Willpowerbomb Glad fandom likes something George achieved, I thought TPM was a better movie and Darth Maul cast a large shadow for the rest of the movies... even the Disney Trilogy. He had such a presence which captured my imagination.
Lucas has always had total control of the franchise. He even had changes made to the original ESB editing several times. It's also totally untrue to say that Lucas is a bad director. He wrote and directed the movie that revolutionized science fiction in cinema. He is also recognized as an excellent director by famous directors who have won even more awards than he has.
This was when they hired directors and not cast them
Far play to George Lucas though. Star Wars was his thing, and he could have overruled Kershner if he wanted. But he was prepared to accept the other guy was right after listening to others. I respect that... people who can accept others' opinions and kind of accept they were wrong.
He accepted this one line and it drove him insane. That's why he fired anyone who dared to disagree with him on Phantom Menace. He said "never again"
I'd love to hear from people who were at the showing where Han Solo said: "I love you to." As I bet there were a lot of arguments about people hearing different lines.
Lucas was always a terrible director and an even worse writer. His world building was phenomenal, no doubt, but that's about it. Everything good, other than world building, in SW was not introduced by Lucas.
George Lucas is genius brilliant filmmaker, one of the greatest director, great storyteller, a pioneer of digital technologies, a great creator of wonderful worlds and a perfectionist visionary who has devoted his entire life to the vision of his Star Wars world.
Star Wars I-VI are the true cult classic wonderful movies that built the legend of the Star Wars universe, the Skywalker saga, Star Wars world building, iconic characters, world expansion and exploration, the diversity of peoples, planets, environments, creatures, and digital technologies revolution, a great galactic epic in six wonderful parts, the story of Anakin Skywalker, the chosen one destined to bring balance to the Force, the rise and fall of a hero who succumbs to fear, anger and the temptation of the dark side, his quest to save those he loved, leading him to become Darth Vader, and how he ultimately redeems himself through the love of his son, the story of a democracy slowly corrupted into a dictatorship, as Palpatine manipulates fear and crisis to seize absolute power, until the fall of the Empire and the restoration of the Republic's order through Anakin's sacrifice, ending with the liberation of all the planets of the Star Wars world, the wonderful Star Wars galaxy, the work of its creator, two wonderful facets that form an inseparable whole of the Star Wars galaxy, the six original movies of the Star Wars universe, the creativity of world-building, the perfectionist visionary genius and incredible imagination of George Lucas, and Star Wars I-VI will never be beaten.
@@natalieportmanfan1817 Why does this read like ChatGPT?!
thanks for showing us that clip
Hiring Kersh was the best creative decision GL ever made. Parting ways with Gary Kurtz was the worst.
George Lucas's worst decision was to sell his wonderful masterpiece Star Wars universe to Disney.
I hope you know that George Lucas parted ways with Gary Kurtz because Kurtz neither respected budgets nor deadlines, nearly ruining George.
George Lucas had to invest his personal funds to finish The Empire Strikes Back. 😮💨
@@natalieportmanfan1817 And thanks to his efforts we got the best Star Wars there ever was.
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Revenge of the Sith is the best Star Wars movie.
I never laughed at that line. I just took it that Han was cool enough to see through Leia’s himming and hawing.
Thing is, which of the multiple writers (I don't think any of them were George Lucas) came up with such a lame cliche line of dialogue as "I love you too" in the first place?
It may have been George (whose attempt at rewriting Leigh Brackett’s original screenplay is unpublished). Larry Kasdan wrote three scripts for Empire and they all have the line as “just remember that, cuz I’ll be back”
@robheaton Wonder why Kersh and Ford didn't just use that line then, that's a good one. Maybe it would have been too much of a spoiler, and the audience needed to feel that uncertainty that Han could die.
Interesting that it was considered funny at the time. I never thought of it that way. Rather, a veneer of Han Solo arrogance covering up - or clashing with - a heartfelt sympathy and perhaps guilt. The most honest and vulnerable we ever see him.
I hate channels like this that waste 4 minutes of your time before they actually get to the point.
Thanks for the feedback. The goal was to set up the conflict not to waste your time.
The interview starts at 1:09 so not quite 4 min.
Will keep moving faster in the future.
@@TheForceFandom There are some videos that drag, but I didn't get the impression on this one. Of course I watch videos on 1.5x speed (except for music). I wouldn't have called it a "short clip" though.
@@sandal_thong8631 fair. It was more on the medium side. It was out of a much longer interview so in that perspective it was short.
I watch a lot on 2x. But depends on what.
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Great vid 👌
Kirshner > all of neo-Disney.
this line sells more t-shirts, year after year, than anything else at disney parks, worldwide.
I always felt George didn't understand Han.
He IS Luke; understands the lore, creatures, tech, and worlds but he did not understand Han Solo.
Imagine thinking Lucas doesn't understand his own characters when he's the damn Creator lmao.
@@OfficialRaveBlitz He isn't. Many people create a movie.
Some people understand the characters, others know how CGI works.
@@Halbi1987 You're pretty funny if you think Lucas didn't create Star Wars. Either that, or a moron.
@@OfficialRaveBlitz You can create something while not understanding how/why it works. It actually is the case most of the time in art
You probably complained about Boba Fett falling in the sarlacc pit instead of leading Imperial troops on Endor, didn't you?
Yeah, sounds like he said "I know" because there were so many takes. That's more Harrison Ford being himself than Han Solo. (Arguably the same.)
This does demonstrate the limitations of George Lucas
No. George Lucas is genius brilliant filmmaker, great storyteller, a pioneer of digital technologies, a great creator of wonderful worlds and a perfectionist visionary who has devoted his entire life to the vision of his Star Wars world.
You call him Irv. He hated his first name. He liked to be called Kersh. I know it because he told me in 2006 when I had dinner with him in Paris. Great video
Thanks, won’t make that mistake again.
What did you guys talk about at dinner?
We talked about cinéma, the Empire Strikes back of course, about Spielberg (I remember we had a bit of an argument about Michael Kahn) , films I wanted to make . I spoke like Yoda somehow. I think he had a lot of Yoda in him. but it was an amazing moment. I spent most of of the 2 hors wondering if I was dreaming.
‘I know’ is brilliant. And what an amazing storyteller Irvin is. It was very entertaining.
George Lucas is genius brilliant filmmaker, great storyteller, a pioneer of digital technologies, of modern cinema technologies, a great creator of wonderful worlds and a perfectionist visionary who has devoted his entire life to the vision of his Star Wars world.
Empire is still my favorite of the entire franchise of movies. Kirshner took the characters and expounded on their bond, making them more endearing. The worry and then resolve that Han expressed when he learned Luke didn't return to Echo Base, The banter between he and Leia as they sort out their feelings for each other...the silent understanding between Luke and Han when the battle was imminent, those things are what made my investment official.
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Revenge of the Sith is the best.
One of the best moments in the single best film out of all eleven Star Wars films so far. Kersh was the peak and best thing to ever happen to the franchise.
07:46 and that's why we don't need you. pity
I don't know. A New Hope was about establishing a story, while Empire was about character development. The story can stand on its own and if it is good enough, only then will anyone care about the characters. That's my main gripe about the prequal trilogy.
George Lucas’s Star Wars prequels are a pure masterpiece, a magnificent, exciting, and incredibly rich work that has greatly contributed to the story, universe, characters, lore, and mythology of Star Wars. They are the greatest movies-a thrilling, cult classic trilogy from beginning to end. These are the Star Wars movies George Lucas always intended to make, and they are the best, most complete, and richest of all the Star Wars trilogies. Everything is superb: the deepening of the Star Wars universe and its narrative elements is stunning and engaging. The detailed exploration of the Clone Wars, a pivotal moment in Star Wars history, is fascinating. The period of the Clone Wars is the best era in the Star Wars saga.
The gripping storyline develops throughout the films, with the rise of Palpatine (Darth Sidious) portrayed masterfully. His behind-the-scenes machinations to undermine the Galactic Republic and bring the galaxy under his control are meticulously shown. His manipulation to create a massive clone army and wipe out the Jedi with Order 66 is central to the story, explaining how the Galactic Empire came to be after the fall of the Republic and how Anakin turned to the dark side, becoming Darth Vader. Anakin’s fall, driven by his desire to save those he loved, is tragic and profound. His transformation into Darth Vader is a breathtaking, iconic scene. The connection to the original trilogy is seamlessly handled. Anakin’s internal conflict-torn between his loyalty to the Jedi Order and his desire to protect those he loves-makes his story deep and tragic. Key moments such as his confrontation with Count Dooku and his heartbreaking final duel with Obi-Wan Kenobi on Mustafar heighten the drama.
The prequels also brought invaluable depth to the Star Wars universe, offering detailed insight into the Jedi Order, the training of Padawans, the Sith, and Jedi teachings. The focus on the Sith and their philosophy strengthened the dark side of the Force, adding layers of depth and complexity to the saga.
The political aspect of the prequel trilogy introduces a new dimension to Star Wars, with Palpatine’s machinations in the Galactic Senate and the growing tensions between planetary systems, creating a richer context for the events of the Original Trilogy-the rise of the Empire, the fall of the Republic, the extinction of the Jedi, and the tragic story of Anakin Skywalker.
The expansion of the Star Wars universe is also amazing, with new planets, races, creatures, and cultures. The introduction of Dug, Gungans, Toydarians, Kaminoans, the underwater city, the Queen’s palace, the Galactic Senate, the cloning facility, and planets like Naboo and Coruscant-all of which are among the best-help create a larger, more diverse world. Iconic locations such as Kamino, Geonosis, Utapau, Felucia, and Mustafar provide visually captivating settings for action scenes, plot development, and key moments in the story. The trilogy also gave us legendary characters like Anakin Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Padmé Amidala, Qui-Gon Jinn, Mace Windu, General Grievous, Jango Fett, and more.
The action scenes and lightsaber battles are some of the most memorable in the saga. Epic battles such as the Battle of Geonosis, the podrace on Tatooine, the Battle of Naboo, and the Battle over Coruscant are iconic, visually stunning, and filled with emotional stakes, involving characters we’ve grown to love. Lightsaber duels between legendary figures like Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker, Darth Maul, and Yoda are executed with exceptional choreography, adding visceral energy to the story. The duel on Naboo, the clash with Count Dooku, Yoda’s fight with Darth Sidious in the Senate, Darth Maul’s encounter, and the tragic brotherly battle between Obi-Wan and Anakin are unforgettable.
These episodes also enriched Star Wars lore with charismatic new characters, unforgettable music like 'Duel of the Fates,' 'Across the Stars,' and 'Battle of the Heroes,' a fascinating and expansive mythology, and a cast of talented actors, including Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman, Samuel L. Jackson, and Liam Neeson.
Natalie Portman is stunning, graceful, and charismatic as Padmé Amidala, queen and senator of Naboo. She brings strength, determination, and courage to her role, evolving from a queen to a senator and eventually into a strong, elegant, and determined woman-a central feature of the trilogy.
Ewan McGregor and Liam Neeson deliver a classy and memorable presence onscreen, and their dynamic as Jedi Masters is palpable, conveying wisdom and resolve that ground the story in Jedi heritage. Christopher Lee’s presence as Count Dooku adds a touch of class, elegance, and charisma, enhanced by his Shakespearean delivery.
The Star Wars prequels were the revival of the Star Wars saga, bringing real dramatic weight, political context, meaningful stakes, new and iconic characters, and thrilling action scenes. They vastly expanded the Star Wars universe, making it more diverse and richly developed, with a lore that perfectly complements the Original Trilogy and is inseparable from it.
These Star Wars episodes are masterpieces that form an incredible whole, a single, exceptional galactic epic. It is the story of Anakin Skywalker-from his training as a Jedi to his fall to the dark side, and ultimately his redemption in saving his son, destroying the Sith, and bringing balance to the Force. It’s also the story of the Galactic Empire, once a democratic Republic, and Palpatine’s rise from senator to emperor of the galaxy-his manipulation to secure his authority in the Senate, create his own Empire, destroy the Jedi Order, and keep Anakin as his apprentice. Furthermore, this trilogy marked a major advancement in digital filmmaking, modern technologies, editing, and special effects, allowing the creation of new worlds, incredible world-building, and the extraordinary narrative of the Star Wars prequels. Like Avatar, it is a vast, rich, and unlimited universe that explores new planets, civilizations, technologies, and worlds.
This trilogy is the greatest, more far-reaching, more fantastc, in Star Wars, as George Lucas was able to build his universe exactly as he envisioned it. Without the prequels, the Star Wars universe would not be as interesting, vast, developed, or as exciting and rich as it is today.
Star Wars Episodes 1, 2, and 3 are the greatest movies in the Star Wars universe. They are a legendary and essential work, pivotal in shaping the world of Star Wars, representing the best the franchise has to offer in every aspect. From Episodes I to VI, all the Star Wars movies are masterpieces-iconic, stunning, incredibly rich, exciting, and timeless. These movies remain unmatched, defining the pinnacle of science fiction with the best characters, actors, casting, scenes, universe, and storytelling. The depth, the expansion, and the sheer creativity of this universe are unparalleled, with its planets, environments, creatures, and civilizations revolutionizing cinema with groundbreaking technology, digital effects, and editing advancements.
Together, these two epic trilogies form a perfect, magical, and exceptional whole-an inseparable part of a grand, unified story: the tale of Anakin Skywalker, his journey from a Jedi to the dark side, and his ultimate redemption through self-sacrifice to save his son, destroy the Sith, and restore balance to the Force. It’s also the rise and fall of a dictatorship, showing the transformation of a democracy into tyranny, all set in a vast, sprawling universe that is breathtakingly rich and endlessly creative.
Star Wars Episodes I through VI tell the same story, set in the same universe-George Lucas’s singular vision of an extraordinary science fiction saga. Both trilogies are integral to the Star Wars world, two sides of the same galaxy. These two monumental trilogies are masterpieces that have greatly contributed to building the universe and lore of Star Wars as we know it today. They are legendary, exciting, and iconic works of science fiction, the crowning achievement of George Lucas. Six incredible movies that together form an inseparable whole.
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How do I say this nicely. George can write a good story. He isn't the greatest when it comes to the script.
George Lucas is genius brilliant filmmaker, great storyteller, a pioneer of digital technologies, a great creator of wonderful worlds and a perfectionist visionary who has devoted his entire life to the vision of his Star Wars world.
He just said there was only one....? Okay.
Yea I’m sure there were others, maybe this is the one that he won.
@@TheForceFandom I see what you are saying. Very true. Thanks!
Great video
Glad you liked it.
Empire Strikes Back actually bored me. I went to see it with my brother and I fell asleep during the first showing that we had to stay for a second so I can see the thing.
and it's the best line in all of star wars for me
« So this is how liberty dies, with thunderous applause. »
Irvin Kershner and Gary Kurtz.
The people who knew what they were doing.
George Lucas is genius brilliant filmmaker, great storyteller, a pioneer of digital technologies, a great creator of wonderful worlds and a perfectionist visionary who has devoted his entire life to the vision of his Star Wars world.
I didn't know Kershner was such a good raconteur.
Strange, I never took it as a comedy bit. I think it’s romantic as hell.
If Irv had done Jedi, we would have gotten Kashykk, instead of Endor…🤮
Empire Strikes Back is my all time favorite movie.
My top 3:
1. Empire Strikes Back
2. Star Wars
3. Back to the Future
Star Wars I II III IV V VI are amazing.
ESB is my favourite movie of the Original trilogy - so much was going on you were kept on the edge of your seat. - The Prequels (for me) sucked because George can't write dialogue. Harrison Ford complained on the original Star Wars ANH - that 'George can write shitty dialogue but it is too hard to say. even Mark Hamill has said the same. TPM, AOTC & RoTS was shit because of the shmaltzy dialogue & crap arsed storyline.
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Empire is the best film ever made.
Star Wars I-VI are the best movies ever made.
HATS OFF TO GRY KURTZ WHO BACKED KERSHNER ALL THE WAY TO THE POINT LUCAS TOOK HIM OUT OF JEDI
Supporting his creative decisions is one thing. Not telling George they were running over budget and about to run out of money until the last minute was unforgivable. Then George had to scramble to the bank or the studio or whatever at the last minute to get a check.
Mr. Kirshner was good for ESB. I would love for his so called fans to review his other movies and tell me how great a director he was??? Its a slap in the face to not understand how influential George Lucas was for ESB and we need to give a lot of credit to Gary Kurtz. He was a headache to George but achieved a very good movie. A movie which spawned all of the sequels we had to bare. I dont think the follow ups were good but rather mediocre with better SFX😂
Why hire someone and then do it your own way?
Doesnt ford take credit for this a few years ago? Sometime during the press for the sequel trilogy. Just a little surprised the director didn’t get any credit for it in fords story.
Knowing Harrison Ford it doesn’t surprise me that he’s not giving credit to anyone else.
It was literally Ford's ad lib. Irv didn't tell him what to say. Did you comment before watching this video?
@@ninjalectualx He's saying that Ford doesn't give Kershner credit for keeping it in the film and advocating for it with Lucas.
Would Ford even know about the editing process? Seems weird to expect him to know when he literally wasn't a part of that
@@ninjalectualx Ford would know his ad lib stayed in the movie, at an absolute minimum.
Empire is both the darkest Star Wars movie and the funniest Star Wars movie.
Star Wars I-VI are the true cult classic wonderful movies that built the legend of the Star Wars universe, the Skywalker saga, Star Wars world building, iconic characters, world expansion and exploration, the diversity of peoples, planets, environments, creatures, and digital technologies revolution, a great galactic epic in six wonderful parts, the story of Anakin Skywalker, the chosen one destined to bring balance to the Force, the rise and fall of a hero who succumbs to fear, anger and the temptation of the dark side, his quest to save those he loved, leading him to become Darth Vader, and how he ultimately redeems himself through the love of his son, the story of a democracy slowly corrupted into a dictatorship, as Palpatine manipulates fear and crisis to seize absolute power, until the fall of the Empire and the restoration of the Republic's order through Anakin's sacrifice, ending with the liberation of all the planets of the Star Wars world, the wonderful Star Wars galaxy, the work of its creator, two wonderful facets that form an inseparable whole of the Star Wars galaxy, the six original movies of the Star Wars universe, the creativity of world-building, the perfectionist visionary genius and incredible imagination of George Lucas, and Star Wars I-VI will never be beaten.
Revenge of the Sith is both the darkest Star Wars movie and the funniest Star Wars movie.
One of the best films ever made))
Star Wars I-VI are the best movies.
I thought it would be better if Han didn’t have a chance to respond
You should probably avoid anything creative then
@ As a CD on set, okay… 😆
I know he shot Greedo first. And Greedo pulled the trigger in a spasm after he was dead.
"I love you too" is a non-line. It doesn't add anything to the situation or to the characters. Dialogue has never been Lucas' strong suit.
Total nonsense.
It's called a reply line.
@@natalieportmanfan1817 But you're missing my point. Leia's love confession raises the stakes because her feelings haven't been revealed until now. We already know that Han loves her, and him saying the obvious is in essence a waste of run time. By having Han saying something unexpetced they were able to "up the ante" even more.
Everything Lucas has done has always been character-driven, as he's explained time and again. Kershner explained that this was the only time they disagreed, and you claim the opposite in the comment you made. The movie is good because Lucas' story is excellent, because he realized that it wasn't enough just to make a sequel. The story had to surprise and move the narrative forward.
The movie is good because Lucas has kept total control of the franchise and because, contrary to Kershner's claims, Lucas asked to have several scenes in the original film re-edited. The movie is also good, thanks to Lucas's dialogue, especially Yoda's dialogue, which is of breathtaking profoundness. And the movie is good, also thanks to Kershner's work, but not only. And no ESB is not the best Star Wars movie, the best SW movie is Revenge Of The Sith.
Star Wars I-VI are the true cult classic wonderful movies that built the legend of the Star Wars universe, the Skywalker saga, Star Wars world building, iconic characters, world expansion and exploration, the diversity of peoples, planets, environments, creatures, and digital technologies revolution, a great galactic epic in six wonderful parts, the story of Anakin Skywalker, the chosen one destined to bring balance to the Force, the rise and fall of a hero who succumbs to fear, anger and the temptation of the dark side, his quest to save those he loved, leading him to become Darth Vader, and how he ultimately redeems himself through the love of his son, the story of a democracy slowly corrupted into a dictatorship, as Palpatine manipulates fear and crisis to seize absolute power, until the fall of the Empire and the restoration of the Republic's order through Anakin's sacrifice, ending with the liberation of all the planets of the Star Wars world, the wonderful Star Wars galaxy, the work of its creator, two wonderful facets that form an inseparable whole of the Star Wars galaxy, the six original movies of the Star Wars universe, the creativity of world-building, the perfectionist visionary genius and incredible imagination of George Lucas, and Star Wars I-VI will never be beaten.
George is the guy who wanted Darth Vader to be more like Adam Lanza and mass murder children
Yeah...he should have stayed on to direct the next one. Because Empire is the Sgt. Pepper of Star Wars films
Huh? Are you calling Empire a joke? What does this mean
@@ninjalectualxIt means Empire is the best out of all the Star Wars flicks
Skip to 1:43
It's perfect.
Best line in the film
This guy should have directed the prequels!!
George Lucas is genius brilliant filmmaker, great storyteller, a pioneer of digital technologies, a great creator of wonderful worlds and a perfectionist visionary who has devoted his entire life to the vision of his Star Wars world.
Star Wars I-VI are the true cult classic wonderful movies that built the legend of the Star Wars universe, the Skywalker saga, Star Wars world building, iconic characters, world expansion and exploration, the diversity of peoples, planets, environments, creatures, and digital technologies revolution, a great galactic epic in six wonderful parts, the story of Anakin Skywalker, the chosen one destined to bring balance to the Force, the rise and fall of a hero who succumbs to fear, anger and the temptation of the dark side, his quest to save those he loved, leading him to become Darth Vader, and how he ultimately redeems himself through the love of his son, the story of a democracy slowly corrupted into a dictatorship, as Palpatine manipulates fear and crisis to seize absolute power, until the fall of the Empire and the restoration of the Republic's order through Anakin's sacrifice, ending with the liberation of all the planets of the Star Wars world, the wonderful Star Wars galaxy, the work of its creator, two wonderful facets that form an inseparable whole of the Star Wars galaxy, the six original movies of the Star Wars universe, the creativity of world-building, the perfectionist visionary genius and incredible imagination of George Lucas, and Star Wars I-VI will never be beaten.
@@natalieportmanfan1817 Maybe, but he is not a good director and/or script writer. The dialog and some acting was bad in the prequels, not because of bad actors, but bad scripts and directing. Attack of the clones was cringe!
George Lucas’s Star Wars prequels are a pure masterpiece, a magnificent, exciting, and incredibly rich work that has greatly contributed to the story, universe, characters, lore, and mythology of Star Wars. They are the greatest movies-a thrilling, cult classic trilogy from beginning to end. These are the Star Wars movies George Lucas always intended to make, and they are the best, most complete, and richest of all the Star Wars trilogies. Everything is superb: the deepening of the Star Wars universe and its narrative elements is stunning and engaging. The detailed exploration of the Clone Wars, a pivotal moment in Star Wars history, is fascinating. The period of the Clone Wars is the best era in the Star Wars saga.
The gripping storyline develops throughout the films, with the rise of Palpatine (Darth Sidious) portrayed masterfully. His behind-the-scenes machinations to undermine the Galactic Republic and bring the galaxy under his control are meticulously shown. His manipulation to create a massive clone army and wipe out the Jedi with Order 66 is central to the story, explaining how the Galactic Empire came to be after the fall of the Republic and how Anakin turned to the dark side, becoming Darth Vader. Anakin’s fall, driven by his desire to save those he loved, is tragic and profound. His transformation into Darth Vader is a breathtaking, iconic scene. The connection to the original trilogy is seamlessly handled. Anakin’s internal conflict-torn between his loyalty to the Jedi Order and his desire to protect those he loves-makes his story deep and tragic. Key moments such as his confrontation with Count Dooku and his heartbreaking final duel with Obi-Wan Kenobi on Mustafar heighten the drama.
The prequels also brought invaluable depth to the Star Wars universe, offering detailed insight into the Jedi Order, the training of Padawans, the Sith, and Jedi teachings. The focus on the Sith and their philosophy strengthened the dark side of the Force, adding layers of depth and complexity to the saga.
The political aspect of the prequel trilogy introduces a new dimension to Star Wars, with Palpatine’s machinations in the Galactic Senate and the growing tensions between planetary systems, creating a richer context for the events of the Original Trilogy-the rise of the Empire, the fall of the Republic, the extinction of the Jedi, and the tragic story of Anakin Skywalker.
The expansion of the Star Wars universe is also amazing, with new planets, races, creatures, and cultures. The introduction of Dug, Gungans, Toydarians, Kaminoans, the underwater city, the Queen’s palace, the Galactic Senate, the cloning facility, and planets like Naboo and Coruscant-all of which are among the best-help create a larger, more diverse world. Iconic locations such as Kamino, Geonosis, Utapau, Felucia, and Mustafar provide visually captivating settings for action scenes, plot development, and key moments in the story. The trilogy also gave us legendary characters like Anakin Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Padmé Amidala, Qui-Gon Jinn, Mace Windu, General Grievous, Jango Fett, and more.
The action scenes and lightsaber battles are some of the most memorable in the saga. Epic battles such as the Battle of Geonosis, the podrace on Tatooine, the Battle of Naboo, and the Battle over Coruscant are iconic, visually stunning, and filled with emotional stakes, involving characters we’ve grown to love. Lightsaber duels between legendary figures like Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker, Darth Maul, and Yoda are executed with exceptional choreography, adding visceral energy to the story. The duel on Naboo, the clash with Count Dooku, Yoda’s fight with Darth Sidious in the Senate, Darth Maul’s encounter, and the tragic brotherly battle between Obi-Wan and Anakin are unforgettable.
These episodes also enriched Star Wars lore with charismatic new characters, unforgettable music like 'Duel of the Fates,' 'Across the Stars,' and 'Battle of the Heroes,' a fascinating and expansive mythology, and a cast of talented actors, including Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman, Samuel L. Jackson, and Liam Neeson.
Natalie Portman is stunning, graceful, and charismatic as Padmé Amidala, queen and senator of Naboo. She brings strength, determination, and courage to her role, evolving from a queen to a senator and eventually into a strong, elegant, and determined woman-a central feature of the trilogy.
Ewan McGregor and Liam Neeson deliver a classy and memorable presence onscreen, and their dynamic as Jedi Masters is palpable, conveying wisdom and resolve that ground the story in Jedi heritage. Christopher Lee’s presence as Count Dooku adds a touch of class, elegance, and charisma, enhanced by his Shakespearean delivery.
The Star Wars prequels were the revival of the Star Wars saga, bringing real dramatic weight, political context, meaningful stakes, new and iconic characters, and thrilling action scenes. They vastly expanded the Star Wars universe, making it more diverse and richly developed, with a lore that perfectly complements the Original Trilogy and is inseparable from it.
These Star Wars episodes are masterpieces that form an incredible whole, a single, exceptional galactic epic. It is the story of Anakin Skywalker-from his training as a Jedi to his fall to the dark side, and ultimately his redemption in saving his son, destroying the Sith, and bringing balance to the Force. It’s also the story of the Galactic Empire, once a democratic Republic, and Palpatine’s rise from senator to emperor of the galaxy-his manipulation to secure his authority in the Senate, create his own Empire, destroy the Jedi Order, and keep Anakin as his apprentice. Furthermore, this trilogy marked a major advancement in digital filmmaking, modern technologies, editing, and special effects, allowing the creation of new worlds, incredible world-building, and the extraordinary narrative of the Star Wars prequels. Like Avatar, it is a vast, rich, and unlimited universe that explores new planets, civilizations, technologies, and worlds.
This trilogy is the greatest, more far-reaching, more fantastc, in Star Wars, as George Lucas was able to build his universe exactly as he envisioned it. Without the prequels, the Star Wars universe would not be as interesting, vast, developed, or as exciting and rich as it is today.
@@emf321
Star Wars Episodes 1, 2, and 3 are the greatest movies in the Star Wars universe. They are a legendary and essential work, pivotal in shaping the world of Star Wars, representing the best the franchise has to offer in every aspect. From Episodes I to VI, all the Star Wars movies are masterpieces-iconic, stunning, incredibly rich, exciting, and timeless. These movies remain unmatched, defining the pinnacle of science fiction with the best characters, actors, casting, scenes, universe, and storytelling. The depth, the expansion, and the sheer creativity of this universe are unparalleled, with its planets, environments, creatures, and civilizations revolutionizing cinema with groundbreaking technology, digital effects, and editing advancements.
Together, these two epic trilogies form a perfect, magical, and exceptional whole-an inseparable part of a grand, unified story: the tale of Anakin Skywalker, his journey from a Jedi to the dark side, and his ultimate redemption through self-sacrifice to save his son, destroy the Sith, and restore balance to the Force. It’s also the rise and fall of a dictatorship, showing the transformation of a democracy into tyranny, all set in a vast, sprawling universe that is breathtakingly rich and endlessly creative.
Star Wars Episodes I through VI tell the same story, set in the same universe-George Lucas’s singular vision of an extraordinary science fiction saga. Both trilogies are integral to the Star Wars world, two sides of the same galaxy. These two monumental trilogies are masterpieces that have greatly contributed to building the universe and lore of Star Wars as we know it today. They are legendary, exciting, and iconic works of science fiction, the crowning achievement of George Lucas. Six incredible movies that together form an inseparable whole.
@@emf321
I know
nothing beats the original 1977 Star Wars (not A new Hope) and The Godfather Part II is the best sequel ever, so there.
Star Wars I-VI are the true cult classic wonderful movies that built the legend of the Star Wars universe, the Skywalker saga, Star Wars world building, iconic characters, world expansion and exploration, the diversity of peoples, planets, environments, creatures, and digital technologies revolution, a great galactic epic in six wonderful parts, the story of Anakin Skywalker, the chosen one destined to bring balance to the Force, the rise and fall of a hero who succumbs to fear, anger and the temptation of the dark side, his quest to save those he loved, leading him to become Darth Vader, and how he ultimately redeems himself through the love of his son, the story of a democracy slowly corrupted into a dictatorship, as Palpatine manipulates fear and crisis to seize absolute power, until the fall of the Empire and the restoration of the Republic's order through Anakin's sacrifice, ending with the liberation of all the planets of the Star Wars world, the wonderful Star Wars galaxy, the work of its creator, two wonderful facets that form an inseparable whole of the Star Wars galaxy, the six original movies of the Star Wars universe, the creativity of world-building, the perfectionist visionary genius and incredible imagination of George Lucas, and Star Wars I-VI will never be beaten.
Thats what I've used on all my ex girlfriends.
Good storyteller
why do you call him irve like you’re old friends?
Because we are 😉
Actually I found out that he preferred being called Kersh
So Harrison and Kersh were right, and George and Larry were wrong.
Larry is never wrong .. he wrote Raiders of the Lost Ark
IRVIN not Irv
This is hilarious 😂
Sometimes I feel George Lucas gets WAY too much credit for how great the original films were. He was lucky to be surrounded by passionate people that believed in what they were doing.
The empire strikes back best star wars movie of all time a classic it belongs on tcm
Star Wars I-VI are wonderful.
spoilers so tru but jedi still my favorite
Star Wars I-VI are the true cult classic wonderful movies that built the legend of the Star Wars universe, the Skywalker saga, Star Wars world building, iconic characters, world expansion and exploration, the diversity of peoples, planets, environments, creatures, and digital technologies revolution, a great galactic epic in six wonderful parts, the story of Anakin Skywalker, the chosen one destined to bring balance to the Force, the rise and fall of a hero who succumbs to fear, anger and the temptation of the dark side, his quest to save those he loved, leading him to become Darth Vader, and how he ultimately redeems himself through the love of his son, the story of a democracy slowly corrupted into a dictatorship, as Palpatine manipulates fear and crisis to seize absolute power, until the fall of the Empire and the restoration of the Republic's order through Anakin's sacrifice, ending with the liberation of all the planets of the Star Wars world, the wonderful Star Wars galaxy, the work of its creator, two wonderful facets that form an inseparable whole of the Star Wars galaxy, the six original movies of the Star Wars universe, the creativity of world-building, the perfectionist visionary genius and incredible imagination of George Lucas, and Star Wars I-VI will never be beaten.
This is really old news
not the only time Lucas tried to sabotage his own characters, especially Han (Yes, George, Han shot first; if he didn't, he must have the Force or something, because no one can dodge as quick as with CGI enhancement, he'd have snapped his neck doing that in real life).
in his defense, the ratings board told him heroes can't shoot first in a PG film. it wasn't his idea.
@@Aidan8NThen why did he shoot first in the original '77 release?
@@Progger11 That's the exact issue here. But George went a bit mad, didn't he? Along with Spielberg butchering ET to replace a shotgun with a walkie talkie that made no sense the way he was holding it. These idiots believe they're above us and therefore need to doctor what we can and can't see.
@@Aidan8N Never knew that, changes everything---almost; he DEFENDED the idea, and Spielberg backed him up.
@@Aidan8N It's not what I've heard come out of Lucas' own mouth. He said he wanted Han to be a wholesome John Wayne type character who doesn't shoot first. But he overlooked that Han had a merc pointing a gun at him from two feet away saying that he was looking forward to killing him. In that situation it would be self defence, not cold blooded murder.
It wasn't the last time. The same happened later with the "aggressive negotiations" line in AOTC but that time it was Lucas who asked the ad lib to the actors.
.... Then is it really an adlib if he told them to do it?
No comparison
Just another sad, amateur youtuber passing off someone else's material for their own.
Thanks for the comment.
Lucas has the worst instincts with things like this. He made so many terrible decisions in the prequels, i wish he had a competent person like Kirshner to fight him on some of it.
@natalieportmanfan1817 take his cock out of your mouth. Sycophant.
George Lucas is genius brilliant filmmaker, great storyteller, a pioneer of digital technologies, of modern cinema technologies, a great creator of wonderful worlds and a perfectionist visionary who has devoted his entire life to the vision of his Star Wars world.
George Lucas’s Star Wars prequels are a pure masterpiece, a magnificent, exciting, and incredibly rich work that has greatly contributed to the story, universe, characters, lore, and mythology of Star Wars. They are the greatest movies-a thrilling, cult classic trilogy from beginning to end. These are the Star Wars movies George Lucas always intended to make, and they are the best, most complete, and richest of all the Star Wars trilogies. Everything is superb: the deepening of the Star Wars universe and its narrative elements is stunning and engaging. The detailed exploration of the Clone Wars, a pivotal moment in Star Wars history, is fascinating. The period of the Clone Wars is the best era in the Star Wars saga.
The gripping storyline develops throughout the films, with the rise of Palpatine (Darth Sidious) portrayed masterfully. His behind-the-scenes machinations to undermine the Galactic Republic and bring the galaxy under his control are meticulously shown. His manipulation to create a massive clone army and wipe out the Jedi with Order 66 is central to the story, explaining how the Galactic Empire came to be after the fall of the Republic and how Anakin turned to the dark side, becoming Darth Vader. Anakin’s fall, driven by his desire to save those he loved, is tragic and profound. His transformation into Darth Vader is a breathtaking, iconic scene. The connection to the original trilogy is seamlessly handled. Anakin’s internal conflict-torn between his loyalty to the Jedi Order and his desire to protect those he loves-makes his story deep and tragic. Key moments such as his confrontation with Count Dooku and his heartbreaking final duel with Obi-Wan Kenobi on Mustafar heighten the drama.
The prequels also brought invaluable depth to the Star Wars universe, offering detailed insight into the Jedi Order, the training of Padawans, the Sith, and Jedi teachings. The focus on the Sith and their philosophy strengthened the dark side of the Force, adding layers of depth and complexity to the saga.
The political aspect of the prequel trilogy introduces a new dimension to Star Wars, with Palpatine’s machinations in the Galactic Senate and the growing tensions between planetary systems, creating a richer context for the events of the Original Trilogy-the rise of the Empire, the fall of the Republic, the extinction of the Jedi, and the tragic story of Anakin Skywalker.
The expansion of the Star Wars universe is also amazing, with new planets, races, creatures, and cultures. The introduction of Dug, Gungans, Toydarians, Kaminoans, the underwater city, the Queen’s palace, the Galactic Senate, the cloning facility, and planets like Naboo and Coruscant-all of which are among the best-help create a larger, more diverse world. Iconic locations such as Kamino, Geonosis, Utapau, Felucia, and Mustafar provide visually captivating settings for action scenes, plot development, and key moments in the story. The trilogy also gave us legendary characters like Anakin Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Padmé Amidala, Qui-Gon Jinn, Mace Windu, General Grievous, Jango Fett, and more.
The action scenes and lightsaber battles are some of the most memorable in the saga. Epic battles such as the Battle of Geonosis, the podrace on Tatooine, the Battle of Naboo, and the Battle over Coruscant are iconic, visually stunning, and filled with emotional stakes, involving characters we’ve grown to love. Lightsaber duels between legendary figures like Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker, Darth Maul, and Yoda are executed with exceptional choreography, adding visceral energy to the story. The duel on Naboo, the clash with Count Dooku, Yoda’s fight with Darth Sidious in the Senate, Darth Maul’s encounter, and the tragic brotherly battle between Obi-Wan and Anakin are unforgettable.
These episodes also enriched Star Wars lore with charismatic new characters, unforgettable music like 'Duel of the Fates,' 'Across the Stars,' and 'Battle of the Heroes,' a fascinating and expansive mythology, and a cast of talented actors, including Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman, Samuel L. Jackson, and Liam Neeson.
Natalie Portman is stunning, graceful, and charismatic as Padmé Amidala, queen and senator of Naboo. She brings strength, determination, and courage to her role, evolving from a queen to a senator and eventually into a strong, elegant, and determined woman-a central feature of the trilogy.
Ewan McGregor and Liam Neeson deliver a classy and memorable presence onscreen, and their dynamic as Jedi Masters is palpable, conveying wisdom and resolve that ground the story in Jedi heritage. Christopher Lee’s presence as Count Dooku adds a touch of class, elegance, and charisma, enhanced by his Shakespearean delivery.
The Star Wars prequels were the revival of the Star Wars saga, bringing real dramatic weight, political context, meaningful stakes, new and iconic characters, and thrilling action scenes. They vastly expanded the Star Wars universe, making it more diverse and richly developed, with a lore that perfectly complements the Original Trilogy and is inseparable from it.
These Star Wars episodes are masterpieces that form an incredible whole, a single, exceptional galactic epic. It is the story of Anakin Skywalker-from his training as a Jedi to his fall to the dark side, and ultimately his redemption in saving his son, destroying the Sith, and bringing balance to the Force. It’s also the story of the Galactic Empire, once a democratic Republic, and Palpatine’s rise from senator to emperor of the galaxy-his manipulation to secure his authority in the Senate, create his own Empire, destroy the Jedi Order, and keep Anakin as his apprentice. Furthermore, this trilogy marked a major advancement in digital filmmaking, modern technologies, editing, and special effects, allowing the creation of new worlds, incredible world-building, and the extraordinary narrative of the Star Wars prequels. Like Avatar, it is a vast, rich, and unlimited universe that explores new planets, civilizations, technologies, and worlds.
This trilogy is the greatest, more far-reaching, more fantastc, in Star Wars, as George Lucas was able to build his universe exactly as he envisioned it. Without the prequels, the Star Wars universe would not be as interesting, vast, developed, or as exciting and rich as it is today.
Star Wars Episodes 1, 2, and 3 are the greatest movies in the Star Wars universe. They are a legendary and essential work, pivotal in shaping the world of Star Wars, representing the best the franchise has to offer in every aspect. From Episodes I to VI, all the Star Wars movies are masterpieces-iconic, stunning, incredibly rich, exciting, and timeless. These movies remain unmatched, defining the pinnacle of science fiction with the best characters, actors, casting, scenes, universe, and storytelling. The depth, the expansion, and the sheer creativity of this universe are unparalleled, with its planets, environments, creatures, and civilizations revolutionizing cinema with groundbreaking technology, digital effects, and editing advancements.
Together, these two epic trilogies form a perfect, magical, and exceptional whole-an inseparable part of a grand, unified story: the tale of Anakin Skywalker, his journey from a Jedi to the dark side, and his ultimate redemption through self-sacrifice to save his son, destroy the Sith, and restore balance to the Force. It’s also the rise and fall of a dictatorship, showing the transformation of a democracy into tyranny, all set in a vast, sprawling universe that is breathtakingly rich and endlessly creative.
Star Wars Episodes I through VI tell the same story, set in the same universe-George Lucas’s singular vision of an extraordinary science fiction saga. Both trilogies are integral to the Star Wars world, two sides of the same galaxy. These two monumental trilogies are masterpieces that have greatly contributed to building the universe and lore of Star Wars as we know it today. They are legendary, exciting, and iconic works of science fiction, the crowning achievement of George Lucas. Six incredible movies that together form an inseparable whole.
Star Wars I-VI are the true cult classic wonderful movies that built the legend of the Star Wars universe, the Skywalker saga, Star Wars world building, iconic characters, world expansion and exploration, the diversity of peoples, planets, environments, creatures, and digital technologies revolution, a great galactic epic in six wonderful parts, the story of Anakin Skywalker, the chosen one destined to bring balance to the Force, the rise and fall of a hero who succumbs to fear, anger and the temptation of the dark side, his quest to save those he loved, leading him to become Darth Vader, and how he ultimately redeems himself through the love of his son, the story of a democracy slowly corrupted into a dictatorship, as Palpatine manipulates fear and crisis to seize absolute power, until the fall of the Empire and the restoration of the Republic's order through Anakin's sacrifice, ending with the liberation of all the planets of the Star Wars world, the wonderful Star Wars galaxy, the work of its creator, two wonderful facets that form an inseparable whole of the Star Wars galaxy, the six original movies of the Star Wars universe, the creativity of world-building, the perfectionist visionary genius and incredible imagination of George Lucas, and Star Wars I-VI will never be beaten.
Just another video to make lucas look bad
Not the intention. I find it interesting they disagreed about that line.
Just because George was wrong about this line doesn’t mean the video is about bashing him.
@TheForceFandom it gives that impression, especially with that thumbnail
George Lucas created this world. It's his creation, his vision. But character development and stirring dialogue are not his forte. That's why you have good directors work with the actors.
I think the genius of George was in his ability to take something from his head and put it on the screen.
But that for sure doesn’t always mean it’s the best dialogue.
George Lucas is genius brilliant filmmaker, great storyteller, a pioneer of digital technologies, a great creator of wonderful worlds and a perfectionist visionary who has devoted his entire life to the vision of his Star Wars world.
Star Wars I-VI are the true cult classic wonderful movies that built the legend of the Star Wars universe, the Skywalker saga, Star Wars world building, iconic characters, world expansion and exploration, the diversity of peoples, planets, environments, creatures, and digital technologies revolution, a great galactic epic in six wonderful parts, the story of Anakin Skywalker, the chosen one destined to bring balance to the Force, the rise and fall of a hero who succumbs to fear, anger and the temptation of the dark side, his quest to save those he loved, leading him to become Darth Vader, and how he ultimately redeems himself through the love of his son, the story of a democracy slowly corrupted into a dictatorship, as Palpatine manipulates fear and crisis to seize absolute power, until the fall of the Empire and the restoration of the Republic's order through Anakin's sacrifice, ending with the liberation of all the planets of the Star Wars world, the wonderful Star Wars galaxy, the work of its creator, two wonderful facets that form an inseparable whole of the Star Wars galaxy, the six original movies of the Star Wars universe, the creativity of world-building, the perfectionist visionary genius and incredible imagination of George Lucas, and Star Wars I-VI will never be beaten.
"Character development and stirring dialogue are not his forte"
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The tragic story of Anakin, the fallen hero, traces his journey from his childhood as a young slave on Tatooine, where his exceptional talents set him apart and lead to his training as a Jedi with the hope of becoming the chosen one destined to restore balance to the Force. Despite his courage and immense potential, he gradually succumbs to his deep-seated fears and uncontrollable emotions, particularly his forbidden love for Padmé and his terror at the thought of losing her. These fears drive him to make increasingly desperate and dangerous choices, ultimately betraying his order and ideals by aligning himself with the Emperor in a bid to gain the power to conquer death. In doing so, he becomes Darth Vader, an unyielding servant of evil and the instrument of destruction for everything he once sought to protect. Years later, however, he is confronted by his own son, whose love and unwavering faith in him rekindle his buried humanity. This allows Anakin to break free from the emperor’s grasp and reclaim his place as the chosen one, sacrificing his life to save his son and restore balance to the Force.
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«Fear is the path to the dark side. Fear leads to anger, anger leads to hate, hate leads to suffering.»
«It's over Anakin, I have the high ground !»
«You were the chosen one ! It was said that you would destroy the Sith, not join them !»
«The dark side clouds everything. Impossible to see the future is.»
«The dark side of the Force is a pathway to many abilities some consider to be unnatural.»
«The Republic will be reorganized into the First Galactic Empire !»
«The time has come. Execute Order 66.»
«Feel, don't think. Use your instincts.»
«Your focus determines your reality.»
«So this is how liberty dies… with thunderous applause.»
@@natalieportmanfan1817 Great and lofty ideas, but the execution was a tad faulty in the prequels. They have a lot of good in them, but with great directors and screenwriters, they could have surpassed the original trilogy. The prequels could've been a trio of "Empire Strikes Back" level films.