Author Topic: Star Wars Discussion Thread v. Rogue One (Read 464380 times)

bosk1 · « **Reply #3850 on:** April 07, 2016, 04:06:24 PM »

I assume that that is supposed to be Tarkin and that they obviously re-cast him. However, his rank plaque is different, so it may not be him. But he does have the same number of squares, and I don't know if the colors actually mean anything in the Imperial rank structure (sorry, my Star Wars geekdom does not extend that far). Also, since this takes place just prior to ANH, it is possible that he got an intervening promotion or change in duties that would have warranted the change. I am curious to know.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #3851 on:** April 07, 2016, 04:11:47 PM »

I haven't read all here but bosk1, are you talking a descendant of Tarkin since he died in Episode IV?

bosk1 · « **Reply #3852 on:** April 07, 2016, 04:13:59 PM »

Uh...this film takes place BEFORE Ep. IV, so no, I mean Tarkin.

Calvin6s · « **Reply #3853 on:** April 07, 2016, 04:24:16 PM »

Quote from: kingshmegland on April 07, 2016, 04:11:47 PM

I haven't read all here but bosk1, are you talking a descendant of Tarkin since he died in Episode IV?

It is official. Star Wars Rogue One is going to confuse a lot of people if it isn't titled Episode 3.99

King Postwhore · « **Reply #3854 on:** April 07, 2016, 04:59:52 PM »

How damn! I did not know that. Cool. I'm trying to stay away from details but that's not a big deal for me.

Adami · « **Reply #3855 on:** April 07, 2016, 05:06:52 PM »

Quote from: Calvin6s on April 07, 2016, 04:24:16 PM

Quote from: kingshmegland on April 07, 2016, 04:11:47 PM
I haven't read all here but bosk1, are you talking a descendant of Tarkin since he died in Episode IV?

It is official. Star Wars Rogue One is going to confuse a lot of people if it isn't titled Episode III.XCIX

Fixed.

Accelerando · « **Reply #3856 on:** April 07, 2016, 08:23:26 PM »

The alarms that were going off in the trailer was very reminiscent of the Alien trailer, or which was reciprocated with Prometheus. Kind of gives it an eerie, sense of urgency. So much goodness. I can honestly say that I danced a bit when I first saw, especially that AT-AT scene

Fiery Winds · « **Reply #3857 on:** April 07, 2016, 09:00:54 PM »

For those that played the PC game Dark Forces, I present the following evidence:

Rogue One main character: Jyn Orso
Dark Forces character: Jan Orso

Rogue One plot: Steal Death Star plans
Dark Forces first mission: Steal Death Star plans

Screenshot of Rogue One character:

Kyle Katarn:

Rogue One: Dark Troopers
Dark Forces: Dark Trooper

Rogue One is Dark Forces: The Movie

jingle.boy · « **Reply #3858 on:** April 07, 2016, 09:29:12 PM »

I can dig that.

pogoowner · « **Reply #3859 on:** April 08, 2016, 02:24:15 AM »

That didn't even occur to me, but that would be pretty badass if they were pulling ideas from Dark Forces.

MrBoom_shack-a-lack · « **Reply #3860 on:** April 08, 2016, 03:01:26 AM »

Quote from: kaos2900 on April 07, 2016, 06:37:19 AM

It's really an amazing time to be a Star Wars fan.

I'm not the biggest fan of SW but seeing how genuine the excitment is among fans for TFA, Rogue one and the future for the franchise makes me smile. Long time fans have been waited a long time to see a proper SW revival and now here we are.

adace · « **Reply #3861 on:** April 08, 2016, 03:57:15 AM »

The trailer didn't blow me away like the ones for FA did but I'm still excited as hell to see this.

McNugg · « **Reply #3862 on:** April 08, 2016, 04:20:21 AM »

Quote from: Phoenix87x on April 07, 2016, 02:01:10 PM

Looks cool. I am looking forward to it.

I wonder what's up with that Grand Moff in the white uniform, or if that's supposed to be tarkin or something. Looks pretty badass either way.

Wondering if thats the kind of clothing a Grand Admiral would wear as it isn't too dissimilar to what Thawn usually wore.

Phoenix87x · « **Reply #3863 on:** April 08, 2016, 04:28:53 AM »

^^^

Yeah, that just dawned on me as well. It's been like 15 years since I've read heir to the empire, so I totally forgot. But i am totally ready for a badass grand admiral, strategizing and kicking ass.

I am also very ready for some kyle katarn

Logain Ablar · « **Reply #3864 on:** April 08, 2016, 04:39:54 AM »

I was never a fan of the EU books, and am only familiar with some of the games, but I'm totally ok with them cherry-picking and modifying some of the best ideas from those other media, if it makes for a great movie.

hefdaddy42 · « **Reply #3865 on:** April 08, 2016, 04:42:16 AM »

Lucien · « **Reply #3866 on:** April 08, 2016, 02:17:03 PM »

CrimsonSunrise · « **Reply #3867 on:** April 08, 2016, 03:58:45 PM »

WOW... it looks AWESOME!!! Can't wait till December!

The Trooper · « **Reply #3868 on:** April 10, 2016, 01:23:45 PM »

https://www.tmz.com/2016/04/10/jake-lloyd-jail-mental-hospital/

Guy that played young Anakin,

Onno · « **Reply #3869 on:** April 10, 2016, 02:02:19 PM »

That's sad to hear. Hope he gets proper treatment if he really is schizophrenic.

Calvin6s · « **Reply #3870 on:** April 10, 2016, 02:16:39 PM »

Life imitates art?

Really feel sorry for that *kid* as all I ever read is that he took a bunch of crap.

Dream Team · « **Reply #3871 on:** April 10, 2016, 02:45:21 PM »

Quote from: Calvin6s on April 10, 2016, 02:16:39 PM

Life imitates art?

Really feel sorry for that *kid* as all I ever read is that he took a bunch of crap.

Yup. Absolutely reprehensible to treat a little kid like that.

BlobVanDam · « **Reply #3872 on:** April 10, 2016, 11:56:38 PM »

Sadly, it doesn't surprise me. If you see footage from him at recent cons, he has issues. I wonder how much shit he's had to take for his part in TPM?

Orbert · « **Reply #3873 on:** April 11, 2016, 07:20:53 AM »

I didn't think he was that bad in The Phantom Menace. I mean, he was a little kid acting the part of a little kid. It wasn't Oscar-worthy or anything, but I didn't think it was worse than most stuff I've seen with little kids in it. The fact that it was Star Wars put a huge target on him, set ridiculously high standards.

Kotowboy · « **Reply #3874 on:** April 11, 2016, 09:38:49 AM »

NOBODY acted well in those movies. Not even Ewen McGregor.

The only person who looked like they gave a shit was Ian Mcdiarmid hamming it up as Palpy.

BlobVanDam · « **Reply #3875 on:** April 11, 2016, 09:44:15 AM »

Yeah, I won't criticize a kid for his acting performance, especially with the shitty dialogue and directing that few of the actors managed to make work. I give all of the blame to GL there. And for a kid actor, that's one hell of a role to land. His acting wasn't that bad all things considered.
It's just a shame for Jake Lloyd that he's forever associated with such an awful Star Wars movie, at a time when expectations were higher than ever.

bosk1 · « **Reply #3876 on:** April 11, 2016, 09:49:39 AM »

Agreed. Any problems anyone has with him should be on the role itself, not the acting. His acting was perfectly appropriate for his age and the role he was given.

T-ski · « **Reply #3877 on:** April 22, 2016, 11:20:59 AM »

Episode VIII rumors.... https://theforce.net/story/front/Star_Wars_Episode_VIII_Return_Of_The_Rumors_168789.asp

some of these are beyond preposterous and I hope they are nowhere near the real story.

Calvin6s · « **Reply #3878 on:** April 22, 2016, 12:00:44 PM »

I sure hope not.

Polarbear · « **Reply #3879 on:** April 22, 2016, 01:02:03 PM »

I wouldn't worry about these "leaks" as of now. They are still in the middle of the principal photography for EPVIII.

Lucasfilm is the best at keeping things under lock and key. I think it will be at least a year until we start hearing the first, somewhat credible script leaks.

Onno · « **Reply #3880 on:** April 22, 2016, 04:18:22 PM »

Just watched the SW Rebels Season 2 finale. Holy shit, that was epic.

YtseCullen · « **Reply #3881 on:** April 24, 2016, 06:46:38 PM »

Quote from: Onno on April 22, 2016, 04:18:22 PM

Just watched the SW Rebels Season 2 finale. Holy shit, that was epic.

Haven't posted in ages, but I figured I'd say something when someone chimes in about Rebels!

And dude, YES! So good wasn't it? Rebels is slowly starting to get into a tier similar to TCW and this finale was evidence of that!

Onno · « **Reply #3882 on:** April 25, 2016, 09:51:52 AM »

I'd say that finale is at least on par with my favourite TCW episodes. TCW was very good and I loved the focus on character development after about season 2 (mostly regarding the characters that were also in the SW movies) and I love the fact that they're starting to tie up the loose ends of TCW in Rebels now.

Accelerando · « **Reply #3883 on:** May 04, 2016, 12:36:30 PM »

Happy Star Wars Day everyone! May The Fourth be with you all!

MrBoom_shack-a-lack · « **Reply #3884 on:** May 04, 2016, 02:31:49 PM »

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nohQReM7BpI

News: Paralyzed official video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7m7l8iqGAk

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