"They sound like Minions". Actually, the Minions sound like THEM (the Jawas), which was completely by design. As was the robot in the sandcrawler that looked like Wall-E. Which shows how influential this movie (1977) was on all the sci-fi and space fantasy movies that followed it.
A Padawan is boarding the "Tantive IV." What will this youngster make of this "old, long, slow-moving, character-based, jargon-filled, no-DFX" movie? 3:58 Welcome to Tatooine, did you bring your own water? 4:31 a Krayt Dragon skeleton. 5:02 A Jawa collecting scrap. 5:32 You are watching the George Lucre edition, with DFX not seen in 1977. 9:37 "Is that all there is to Life, stuck here on Tatooine?" 10:49 A Krayt Dragon call. 11:54 The Jedi Light Saber, thrilling audiences for decades. 13:57 Dark Side Choke. 14:57 Imperial Storm Trooper interrogations can be...fatal. 15:53 Jedi Mind Trick. 17:02 No First Contact missions for you, Padawan. 18:30 In the original trilogy, Jabba the Hutt didn't show up until "Return of the Jedi" (1983). 24:42 Leia's iconic "Burn!" line, (Among many others.;) 26:04 A Dianoga. 28:23 The Jedi consider Death to be a quaint concept. 30:47 Now for some World War II-level space combat. 34:08 Chewbacca doesn't go in for medals.
So good to watch young reactors enjoying SW this much, so refreshing! Loved your reaction and your attention to the score. SW wouldn't be what it is without the amazing John Williams! You promptly recognized Leia's theme, a lot more memorable themes to come!
When Luke tells Han the princess is rich and Chewbacca says a long thing, I'm pretty sure he's reminding Han about his debt to Jabba and the consequences of not paying that debt.
dude you're one of the most underrated reaction channels. I think you understood it more than the first time I watched it, congrats at making a very entertaining video. May the force be with you.
8:15 the gold droid is called C-3PO, or also known as 3PO in the later episodes, he’s a protocol droid, their programmed in etiquette and equipped with formidable language skills, protocol droids assist diplomats and politicians and also serve as administrative aides and companions for high-ranking officials. They come in many shapes and sizes, but most are humanoid, like the company they keep.
Keep in mind that there was no such thing as CGI in 1977. CGI wasn't really ready until the early to mid 90s. The only versions of these films available are the ones that have had their special effects updated over the years with newer technologies starting in 1997. But most of the original effects are still in the film. The next film had a much bigger budget so it has had the fewest changes made to it. Ep.5 takes place 3 years after this one.
I see you in almost every reaction video I watch. Love your profile pic. The Medusa from the 1981 clash of the titans is 1 million times more frightening than that cgi one from the remake.
The first CGI MOVIES of what is now considered Computer generated imagery is Tron (1982) and The Last Starfighter (1984) but didn't become mainstreamed until the early 90s.
Those little people 4:55 are Jawa’s are meter-tall humanoids completely hidden behind rough, hand-woven robes. Their faces are concealed within the dark folds of a cowl, from which peer their sickly glowing yellow eyes. They comb the deserts of Tatooine in search of discarded scrap and wayward mechanicals.
Okay, King Gar... here we go. =D 1:27 - When George Lucas originally conceived the story, it was VERY long. So he decided to make a part of the story that, if it had flopped at the box office, at least could stand on its own. He also knew that the "first part" of the story (which would end up being the Prequel Trilogy once fleshed out) would be way beyond the technological limitations of the time. In essence, he knew (as rough of a story as it was at the time (1973)) that technology needed to march WAY forward for the vision he had. Even this movie would require inventing technology that didn't exist. If you watch the documentary "Empire of Dreams", you'll understand what all went into it. I suggest watching that after seeing Return of the Jedi. 2:27 - His name is Darth Vader. It's funny, he became one of the most beloved villains in history when this movie came out. I had the costume of him in 1978. :) 3:55 - Nope, you're correct. 4:05 - The planet's name is Tatooine. It's in the "Outer Rim" portion of the galaxy, and has a limited Imperial presence. 4:24 - C-3PO is played by Anthony Daniels. 4:33 - That's the skeleton of a Krayte Dragon. Fun fact: The skeleton was made for this movie, and is still out in the desert in Tunesia, where this was filmed at. 4:55 - Those are called "Jawas". They basically roam the desert stealing whatever they can, to sell to the locals. 5:36 - This scene was reshot for the 1997 "Special Edition". You can tell by the CGI creatures in it. The original version had a static (non-moving) model of the Dewback (the beast of burden the Stormtroopers are riding). Anytime you spot CGI in the movie, know that it was done for the 20 year anniversary version of the movie. 6:15 - Correct. All of the languages used in Star Wars is based on a real language, if modified to sound "alien". 6:55 - Moisture Vaporators. Tatooine is a desert planet, and many "farmers" literally draw water from the atmosphere as their crop. 7:04 - Yep. Luke is 19 or 20 here. 7:41 - Not exactly. They are "Astromech" droids. There are different models. R2-D2 is a newer one, the red one is R5-D4 (I had the action figure), a slightly older model Astromech. 9:57 - No. Those are Jawas. Sand People (aka Tuskin Raiders) are different entirely. They are nomadic tribes, but you'll see them in a minute or so. 10:50 - That is the sound a Krayte Dragon makes. The Tuskin's fear the creature, because they are large enough to eat a Bantha (the giant furry creature they ride). 15:07 - Because they wouldn't hand the droids over. Or wouldn't say where they were, or when they would return. We don't know exactly for sure, but basically because they didn't leave with the droids. 15:50 - Actually, no. It was inspired by buildings in the Tunisian desert. Luke's home actually exists out in the desert, and you can visit it. 16:58 - Chewbacca. He's a Wookie. 17:57 - Han Solo. Also, you'll notice different pronunciations of names and places. This is due to the different dialects throughout the galaxy. 18:15 - "English" is called "Basic" in the Star Wars universe. The letters used are called "Aurabesh", and yes, you can find "English to Aurabesh" letter conversions online. 19:19 - There was no CGI in 1977. Any CGI you see was added in 1997 or later. You can find videos online that show the original scenes side by side with the added CGI scenes. Also, that Jabba scene was filmed in 1976, but because Jabba wasn't yet defined/designed as a character, was not in the original cut of the movie. It was put in for the 1997 release. Lucasfilm has re-done the CGI Jabba a couple of times, because the first attempt looked rather "out of place". 19:26 - That's not Earth, that's Alderaan. Princess Leia's home planet. Well, adoptive home planet, but more on that later. 20:05 - Fun fact: Peter Cushing (the actor who played Grand Moff Tarkin) was wearing slippers while filming this scene, because the boots made for him were uncomfortable. 21:55 - Yes, Darth Vader can sense Obi-Wan's presence through The Force. Also, yes, the people in white armour are called Stormtroopers. Also, also, the "Nazi comparisons" are not by accident. The Empire was basically patterned after the Nazi party. 2418 - That officer knows what a Wookie is. But that's how the Empire operates. They look down on any non-human that isn't part of the Empire. I would say "dehumanize", but Chewbacca isn't a human. I guess "de-personalize" him? Most aliens are considered "people" by one another, if you know what I mean. 25:09 - Yes. Remember Obi-Wan told Luke, "A young Jedi named Darth Vader, who was a pupil of mine until he turned to evil..." Something to take note of here; VERY few people in the Empire knew of Vader's connection to Obi-Wan Kenobi and the Jedi. Grand Moff Tarkin is one of those few. 25:18 - No. Vader is a Sith Lord. Yes, he uses The Force, but Sith Lords use the Dark Side of The Force. This isn't a spoiler, as fans at the time had various material outside of the movie that told us these things. The Jedi use The Force to help others and/or protect themselves. The Sith use The Force for their own personal gains. 25:43 - If I answered that question, I'd be giving away spoilers. So.... 25:58 - That thing is called a Dianoga. Yes, I had one as a kid, because it came with the Death Star playset. ;) 28:00 - There is actually a "fan made" remake of this lightsaber battle. You can watch it here: czcams.com/video/to2SMng4u1k/video.html It's really well done. 28:25 - I want you to take note of the smirk Obi-Wan had right before Vader struck him down. I won't tell you why just yet, but I will during your reaction to Return of the Jedi. 28:39 - I will only tell you this much: Yes, Obi-Wan was killed here. What happened was he became part of The Force, which is why his body disappeared. It's also why he can still talk to Luke afterward. 29:11 - No. Obi-Wan is not a blood relation to Luke. 30:35 - Nope. Obi-Wan is dead. But he's part of The Force, now, and retained his individuality beyond death. You'll learn more about this later on. 31:46 - Biggs Darklighter, the pilot killed here, was Luke's childhood friend. There is a deleted scene from the beginning of the movie that was shot where Biggs returns to Tatooine and meets up with Luke and some other long-time friends. So, Luke has lost everyone at this point. His Aunt and Uncle, Obi-Wan, and his best friend. The kid has had a rough day. 32:55 - You didn't include the line, but Vader says, "The Force is strong with this one..." He can sense the potential Luke has. That will come into play later. I only mention it here, because I already know you've seen Empire Strikes Back. 33:22 - Fun fact: In the original cut of the movie, when Luke hops out of the cockpit, he yells "CARRIE!!" which is Carrie Fisher, the actor who plays Leia. This line was removed in later versions, but it was a funny little Easter Egg until it was taken out. 35:01 - Yes, John Williams did an amazing score for all of the Star Wars movies he was involved in. His work is legendary. One last thing: When this movie was first released, it was simply called "Star Wars". It wasn't sub-titled "A New Hope" until it's re-release a couple of years later, when it was revealed to be Episode IV. That was when everyone knew it was a hit, and Empire Strikes Back was in the works.
Excellent breakdown here of the questions! We all had action figures and books that came out with the movies. Growing up there were toys of the characters and I see how it was still so enjoyable without knowing all the lore. It was such a long and detailed story even before the first movie, it was so fun to get bits and pieces of the worlds as they came out.
@@joanna400 I remember seeing it in theaters in 1977, and again upon it's re-release just a few short years later, as "A New Hope". I had SO many of the toys, it was incredible. I think I even had the book prior to the movie coming out. That, I still have. I wore out multiple copies of the VHS tapes back when those were a thing. Had all of the records, and STILL love the "Star Wars Disco" version. I even have a copy of it on my iPhone. lol All of the lore that I've learned, I've learned over the last 45 years. I see no reason to not pass on what I have learned, so that newer fans don't have to take as long. There are so many subtle details that I didn't spot until years later, after hundreds of viewings. It's actually amazing how many tiny details there are to find, especially when you consider that Lucas believed the movie would be a box office flop.
@@IggyStardust1967 yes, it was such a good story. I know he studied hero's journeys and it makes this timeless like a Greek myth. I was a bit younger, born in '79. But I saw the first two at a very young age and remember the ewok toys and Return of the Jedi release better. Regardless, I had older brothers and was immersed into the world from my earliest memories. Thanks again for passing on the knowledge. I don't know it as well, but your explanations were great for what I do know. I lost a little interest after the originals. It somehow lost the magic of my youth in other films. I treasure these so much though, because it's a part of my childhood I really loved.
@@joanna400 I'm just seeing your reply now (a day later)... you're very welcome! One thing I can say about myself (and proudly so), is that I have refused to "grow up". I still have the "child-like" wonderment when it comes to Sci-Fi stuff. I have no trouble immersing myself into the lore of a "franchise" that I find interesting. Star Wars is probably the biggest of them. The original 1978 Battlestar Galactica is another, Star Trek, both the Original series, and the Next Generation really piqued my interest. I have to go back and re-watch Deep Space 9 and Voyager, as they kinda lost me for a while, but I think I may be more in a place to enjoy them more now. On Disney+, you can find one of my favorite "stand alone" sci-fi movies... "The Black Hole". While you have to do a search to find it, it was Disney's very first PG rated movie. It was released in 1979, and I remember seeing it in theaters at the time. I have bought the movie on VHS, DVD (twice, because "full screen" and "wide screen"), Blu-Ray and Digital. While scientifically inaccurate, I love the story it does tell. I highly recommend it, especially as it was the very last movie made using a certain FX style. So, technically, it was both a beginning (first PG rated movie by Disney Studios) and an ending (last of that kind of visual effects). I have the ability to suspend disbelief, which is why sci-fi stuff really connects with me. I was an avid reader as a child, but as I would read a book, I could visualize it in my head. The fact that I am 55 years old, yet refused to "grow up" and lose the magic of wonderment, actually does help me want to pass on what I have learned, rather than look down on those who are just discovering these franchises. I actually enjoy passing on what I know, and while it can be difficult to filter out things that would spoil plot twists, I still do it because I enjoy it. King Gar is just the latest that I've found who is new to the Star Wars universe. I have been doing this for a few years now, just passing on what I know, while enjoying THEIR first time watching. Because it reminds me of my own first time watching these movies, and the experiences I had all those years ago. I've started doing my own reactions to the newer stuff (Kenobi and Andor) on my second channel (SnarkyGen-Xer), but those can be spoiler heavy.... because I figure anyone who might watch it has already seen it all themselves. Also, a lot of people of "my generation" looked down at the Prequel Trilogy, and everything made after the Original Trilogy. I'm not like that. I loved the Prequel Trilogy, as well as the animated shows, live action shows, and even the Sequel Trilogy (despite its problems) is worth watching. I don't shy away from the problems, but I accept that it is all part of the overall story, and look for the good parts of it all. I always repeat the slogan that was used for the Amiga Computer (which I had several models of back in the 1990s), "Make Up Your Own Mind" when it comes to watching shows and movies. Everyone is different, and likes different things. That's how things are. While I am "set in my ways" about some things, I still keep an open mind when it comes to entertainments. Always give something a try just to see if you like it. If you don't, that's fine... at least you gave it a try. But you never know... you very well MAY like it.
This is definitely one of my comfort movies, it was one of the first three films we rented when mom got a VCR back in very early 80's. Glad you could enjoy it!
When a jedi dies he or she becomes part of the force as with Obi Wan Kenobi. Remember what Obi Wan said to Darth Vader "if you strike me down I shall become more powerful than you can possibly imagine"! Also Obi Wan said Darth Vader was a pupil of his until he turned to evil. Lots of reveals coming up in the next two movies and you'll be shocked and surprised.
From the sound of it, the movie you saw was The Last Jedi, a movie so bad that there are literally classes taught in film schools now about just how bad its script was. Purge it from your mind. Obi-wan Kenobi is dead, at least, physically. He became one with the Force when Vader struck him down. Essentially, he ascended to a higher plane of existence. Some of the special effects in this movie were redone in the 90s. Lucas felt that special effects technology had finally caught up to his imagination, so he reedited some scenes with CGI. In some scenes this works, like arriving in Mos Eisley. Others, it's starting to look dated. The most infamous change was the scene with Greedo, with Greedo getting off a shot in that exchange. In the original movie, Han just shot him. If not for that particular change, I think the special editions, which is what you saw, would be much better received by fans.
You asked about Mo's Eisley being inspired by Greece. It was actually inspired by Arrakeen, the capital city of Arrakis in the Frank Herbert novel Dune. In the recent Denis Villeneuve film adaptation, the spice crawler tracks are shot similarly to the sandcrawler sets in this film. It's ironic because Lucas was emulating a lot of Dune influence in this one, and it in turn influenced the filmmaking of the original inspiration for Star Wars. The prequels are even more directly influenced. While there is plenty of action, the real story is the political intrigue and plans-within-plans-within-plans. Specific plot points that are essential to the story of House Atreides and the Imperium are analogous although Palpatine is more of a Hitler type and the influence is not a direct transliteration. However Palpatine manipulating Anakin and the Jedi while clouding their vision is taken directly from the meta of the Dune universe. The walk and talk exposition in between action scenes in the prequels is very reminiscent of the mid to later books in the Dune Chronicles.
Main character in the prequels is the "chosen one" who ends up unwillingly/or making the best decision he thinks he can at the time....plunging the galaxy in to far more darkness then it was before. This character has dreams/visions of his wife/partner and his son and daughter that she's carrying. There is an evil emperor, a monk/nun religious group with special powers. Desert planet.
7:45 so the little blue R2 - D2 is the registration number of this little droid, however the type or make of this little droid aswell as the Red one which blew up are “astromech” droids, so astromech droids are a series of versatile utility robots generally used for the maintenance and repair of starships and related technology. These small droids are often equipped with a variety of tool-tipped appendages that are stowed in recessed compartments.
Great reaction King! Very gratifying. Liked and subbed. Others can respond to your questions about lore (and no doubt have) much better than I could. I was in university when this movie was first released in theatres. I think I went to see it at least 10 times in the theatre and have seen it countless times since. At the time of its release, the only sci-fi film we had seen that looked this good was Stanley Kubrick's "2001: A Space Odyssey", but "Star Wars" - the title we knew it by then - was more ambitious in its visual effects than Kubrick's movie was. It was a revelation and set a new standard. In University I studied music so one of the reasons I went to see the movie so many times was for John Williams' amazing score. I was really pleased to see you paying attention to the themes and their associations with characters. Very important throughout the series. I'm looking forward to your reactions to 5 and 6! Best wishes.
If you watch in release order, it will be best because you will be reacting to the story the way the fans got to react to it as we were growing up. And it will allow you to get into the mind of George Lucas.
George Lucas put out episode 4 first, sounds strange, but A New Hope, Empire Strikes Back, and Return Of The Jedi came out in 1977 and later. We had to wait awhile for Episodes 1-3 to come out, but basically you are starting in the middle of the story. I would watch episodes 4-6 first and then 1-3. The first three will give you the backstories of the main characters. I was 12 when episode 4 came out after that have been thoroughly engrossed since. Have fun with it and enjoy! If you have questions ask I'm sure people will answer them.
I wasn't going to flood your comments with Auralnauts Star Wars jokes. I really wasn't. But first you asked if Luke was THE Star Warrior and I wanted to tell you that he is Dirk Lasermaster, The Last Laser Master. But I wasn't going to until you said The Maker's true name. Creepio. Sir, I have subscribed now. I ask you to consider reacting to the Jedi Party star wars parodies by a CZcams channel called Auralnauts. It's of superior quality and very hilarious. I think you'll get the jokes. With those, you begin at episode 1 and find that Creepio is a psychopath who wreaks a swatch of death and destruction everywhere he goes. They go up to episode 7 and then there's a six part remake of Kenobi that ties in with the story of Duke Dirtfarmer, son of Larry Kenobi.
Welcome to the Star Wars fandom, King! If you are going to watch the Star Wars movies, I highly suggest that you watch them in this order (after this movie): Episode V: Empire Strikes Back Episode I: The Phantom Menace Episode II: Attack Of The Clones Episode III: Revenge Of The Sith (Stand Alone) Rogue One Episode VI: Return Of The Jedi And from there, watch whatever you want. Honestly, the Sequel Trilogy (and Solo movie) sucks more than the Prequel Trilogy and I refuse to watch reactions to them. Again, this is just a suggestion. You can take my suggestion or not. However you will greatly appreciate the order that I suggested afterwards. The plot twist in Episode III is more impactful and Episode VI makes a more satisfactory emotional ending, because it is the end of the story. This also solves the prequel paradox by making all these movies just one story. I can't say anything else or I would go into spoilers. Now some other people will suggest the Release Order. I can't stop you from watching that order, but the "because we watch them in that order" is a super weak reason. My "Satisfying Order" serves a narrative purpose (something the gatekeeping Release Order purists can't say) and you'll be watching all of movies anyway. If I could blank my mind and watch these movies fresh, that's the order I would love to watch them in.
If you watch in release order, you will not be jumping between eras. They were also filmed twenty years apart. The mentality of the writing was twenty years apart. 4,5,6 is one trilogy with a conclusion. 1,2,3 is another trilogy.
No no no, do not watch them in the order this guy is saying. Watch them in the original order of release. The way us 70’s and 80’s kids saw them, so you can get the full intent affect on how George Lucas, the Star Wars creator wanted it watched. Episode IV - A New Hope Episode V - Empire Strikes Back Episode VI - Return of the Jedi
There is absolutely no reason to mix up the trilogies. Just watch them in release order and get the same experience the rest of the world got as these films were released and the story unfolded.
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"They sound like Minions". Actually, the Minions sound like THEM (the Jawas), which was completely by design. As was the robot in the sandcrawler that looked like Wall-E. Which shows how influential this movie (1977) was on all the sci-fi and space fantasy movies that followed it.
Preach!
It's intrestijg watching these first time reactions everyone thinks ztar wars copied movies that came oit 30 years after it lol
A Padawan is boarding the "Tantive IV." What will this youngster make of this "old, long, slow-moving, character-based, jargon-filled, no-DFX" movie? 3:58 Welcome to Tatooine, did you bring your own water? 4:31 a Krayt Dragon skeleton. 5:02 A Jawa collecting scrap. 5:32 You are watching the George Lucre edition, with DFX not seen in 1977. 9:37 "Is that all there is to Life, stuck here on Tatooine?" 10:49 A Krayt Dragon call. 11:54 The Jedi Light Saber, thrilling audiences for decades. 13:57 Dark Side Choke. 14:57 Imperial Storm Trooper interrogations can be...fatal. 15:53 Jedi Mind Trick. 17:02 No First Contact missions for you, Padawan. 18:30 In the original trilogy, Jabba the Hutt didn't show up until "Return of the Jedi" (1983). 24:42 Leia's iconic "Burn!" line, (Among many others.;) 26:04 A Dianoga. 28:23 The Jedi consider Death to be a quaint concept. 30:47 Now for some World War II-level space combat. 34:08 Chewbacca doesn't go in for medals.
Answers so many of my questions! Thank you!
So good to watch young reactors enjoying SW this much, so refreshing! Loved your reaction and your attention to the score. SW wouldn't be what it is without the amazing John Williams! You promptly recognized Leia's theme, a lot more memorable themes to come!
When Luke tells Han the princess is rich and Chewbacca says a long thing, I'm pretty sure he's reminding Han about his debt to Jabba and the consequences of not paying that debt.
dude you're one of the most underrated reaction channels. I think you understood it more than the first time I watched it, congrats at making a very entertaining video. May the force be with you.
8:15 the gold droid is called C-3PO, or also known as 3PO in the later episodes, he’s a protocol droid, their programmed in etiquette and equipped with formidable language skills, protocol droids assist diplomats and politicians and also serve as administrative aides and companions for high-ranking officials. They come in many shapes and sizes, but most are humanoid, like the company they keep.
The music gets everyone the first time, I'm looking forward to watching you become a fan of the series.
Originally it was just called Star Wars, the episode IV (4) stuff was added in later releases
FYI. There was NO cgi when this was made. All of the original effects are practical.
Keep in mind that there was no such thing as CGI in 1977. CGI wasn't really ready until the early to mid 90s. The only versions of these films available are the ones that have had their special effects updated over the years with newer technologies starting in 1997. But most of the original effects are still in the film. The next film had a much bigger budget so it has had the fewest changes made to it. Ep.5 takes place 3 years after this one.
Luckily I still have my pre-CGI VHS versions of Episode IV, V, and VI.
I mean, you could count the very basic computer graphics of the death star in the mission briefing as cgi.
@@TC_Smitty I meant REALISTIC CGI lol
I see you in almost every reaction video I watch. Love your profile pic. The Medusa from the 1981 clash of the titans is 1 million times more frightening than that cgi one from the remake.
The first CGI MOVIES of what is now considered Computer generated imagery is Tron (1982) and The Last Starfighter (1984) but didn't become mainstreamed until the early 90s.
Those little people 4:55 are Jawa’s are meter-tall humanoids completely hidden behind rough, hand-woven robes. Their faces are concealed within the dark folds of a cowl, from which peer their sickly glowing yellow eyes. They comb the deserts of Tatooine in search of discarded scrap and wayward mechanicals.
Okay, King Gar... here we go. =D
1:27 - When George Lucas originally conceived the story, it was VERY long. So he decided to make a part of the story that, if it had flopped at the box office, at least could stand on its own. He also knew that the "first part" of the story (which would end up being the Prequel Trilogy once fleshed out) would be way beyond the technological limitations of the time. In essence, he knew (as rough of a story as it was at the time (1973)) that technology needed to march WAY forward for the vision he had. Even this movie would require inventing technology that didn't exist. If you watch the documentary "Empire of Dreams", you'll understand what all went into it. I suggest watching that after seeing Return of the Jedi.
2:27 - His name is Darth Vader. It's funny, he became one of the most beloved villains in history when this movie came out. I had the costume of him in 1978. :)
3:55 - Nope, you're correct.
4:05 - The planet's name is Tatooine. It's in the "Outer Rim" portion of the galaxy, and has a limited Imperial presence.
4:24 - C-3PO is played by Anthony Daniels.
4:33 - That's the skeleton of a Krayte Dragon. Fun fact: The skeleton was made for this movie, and is still out in the desert in Tunesia, where this was filmed at.
4:55 - Those are called "Jawas". They basically roam the desert stealing whatever they can, to sell to the locals.
5:36 - This scene was reshot for the 1997 "Special Edition". You can tell by the CGI creatures in it. The original version had a static (non-moving) model of the Dewback (the beast of burden the Stormtroopers are riding). Anytime you spot CGI in the movie, know that it was done for the 20 year anniversary version of the movie.
6:15 - Correct. All of the languages used in Star Wars is based on a real language, if modified to sound "alien".
6:55 - Moisture Vaporators. Tatooine is a desert planet, and many "farmers" literally draw water from the atmosphere as their crop.
7:04 - Yep. Luke is 19 or 20 here.
7:41 - Not exactly. They are "Astromech" droids. There are different models. R2-D2 is a newer one, the red one is R5-D4 (I had the action figure), a slightly older model Astromech.
9:57 - No. Those are Jawas. Sand People (aka Tuskin Raiders) are different entirely. They are nomadic tribes, but you'll see them in a minute or so.
10:50 - That is the sound a Krayte Dragon makes. The Tuskin's fear the creature, because they are large enough to eat a Bantha (the giant furry creature they ride).
15:07 - Because they wouldn't hand the droids over. Or wouldn't say where they were, or when they would return. We don't know exactly for sure, but basically because they didn't leave with the droids.
15:50 - Actually, no. It was inspired by buildings in the Tunisian desert. Luke's home actually exists out in the desert, and you can visit it.
16:58 - Chewbacca. He's a Wookie.
17:57 - Han Solo. Also, you'll notice different pronunciations of names and places. This is due to the different dialects throughout the galaxy.
18:15 - "English" is called "Basic" in the Star Wars universe. The letters used are called "Aurabesh", and yes, you can find "English to Aurabesh" letter conversions online.
19:19 - There was no CGI in 1977. Any CGI you see was added in 1997 or later. You can find videos online that show the original scenes side by side with the added CGI scenes. Also, that Jabba scene was filmed in 1976, but because Jabba wasn't yet defined/designed as a character, was not in the original cut of the movie. It was put in for the 1997 release. Lucasfilm has re-done the CGI Jabba a couple of times, because the first attempt looked rather "out of place".
19:26 - That's not Earth, that's Alderaan. Princess Leia's home planet. Well, adoptive home planet, but more on that later.
20:05 - Fun fact: Peter Cushing (the actor who played Grand Moff Tarkin) was wearing slippers while filming this scene, because the boots made for him were uncomfortable.
21:55 - Yes, Darth Vader can sense Obi-Wan's presence through The Force. Also, yes, the people in white armour are called Stormtroopers. Also, also, the "Nazi comparisons" are not by accident. The Empire was basically patterned after the Nazi party.
2418 - That officer knows what a Wookie is. But that's how the Empire operates. They look down on any non-human that isn't part of the Empire. I would say "dehumanize", but Chewbacca isn't a human. I guess "de-personalize" him? Most aliens are considered "people" by one another, if you know what I mean.
25:09 - Yes. Remember Obi-Wan told Luke, "A young Jedi named Darth Vader, who was a pupil of mine until he turned to evil..." Something to take note of here; VERY few people in the Empire knew of Vader's connection to Obi-Wan Kenobi and the Jedi. Grand Moff Tarkin is one of those few.
25:18 - No. Vader is a Sith Lord. Yes, he uses The Force, but Sith Lords use the Dark Side of The Force. This isn't a spoiler, as fans at the time had various material outside of the movie that told us these things. The Jedi use The Force to help others and/or protect themselves. The Sith use The Force for their own personal gains.
25:43 - If I answered that question, I'd be giving away spoilers. So....
25:58 - That thing is called a Dianoga. Yes, I had one as a kid, because it came with the Death Star playset. ;)
28:00 - There is actually a "fan made" remake of this lightsaber battle. You can watch it here: czcams.com/video/to2SMng4u1k/video.html It's really well done.
28:25 - I want you to take note of the smirk Obi-Wan had right before Vader struck him down. I won't tell you why just yet, but I will during your reaction to Return of the Jedi.
28:39 - I will only tell you this much: Yes, Obi-Wan was killed here. What happened was he became part of The Force, which is why his body disappeared. It's also why he can still talk to Luke afterward.
29:11 - No. Obi-Wan is not a blood relation to Luke.
30:35 - Nope. Obi-Wan is dead. But he's part of The Force, now, and retained his individuality beyond death. You'll learn more about this later on.
31:46 - Biggs Darklighter, the pilot killed here, was Luke's childhood friend. There is a deleted scene from the beginning of the movie that was shot where Biggs returns to Tatooine and meets up with Luke and some other long-time friends. So, Luke has lost everyone at this point. His Aunt and Uncle, Obi-Wan, and his best friend. The kid has had a rough day.
32:55 - You didn't include the line, but Vader says, "The Force is strong with this one..." He can sense the potential Luke has. That will come into play later. I only mention it here, because I already know you've seen Empire Strikes Back.
33:22 - Fun fact: In the original cut of the movie, when Luke hops out of the cockpit, he yells "CARRIE!!" which is Carrie Fisher, the actor who plays Leia. This line was removed in later versions, but it was a funny little Easter Egg until it was taken out.
35:01 - Yes, John Williams did an amazing score for all of the Star Wars movies he was involved in. His work is legendary.
One last thing: When this movie was first released, it was simply called "Star Wars". It wasn't sub-titled "A New Hope" until it's re-release a couple of years later, when it was revealed to be Episode IV. That was when everyone knew it was a hit, and Empire Strikes Back was in the works.
Excellent breakdown here of the questions! We all had action figures and books that came out with the movies. Growing up there were toys of the characters and I see how it was still so enjoyable without knowing all the lore. It was such a long and detailed story even before the first movie, it was so fun to get bits and pieces of the worlds as they came out.
@@joanna400 I remember seeing it in theaters in 1977, and again upon it's re-release just a few short years later, as "A New Hope". I had SO many of the toys, it was incredible. I think I even had the book prior to the movie coming out. That, I still have. I wore out multiple copies of the VHS tapes back when those were a thing. Had all of the records, and STILL love the "Star Wars Disco" version. I even have a copy of it on my iPhone. lol
All of the lore that I've learned, I've learned over the last 45 years. I see no reason to not pass on what I have learned, so that newer fans don't have to take as long. There are so many subtle details that I didn't spot until years later, after hundreds of viewings. It's actually amazing how many tiny details there are to find, especially when you consider that Lucas believed the movie would be a box office flop.
@@IggyStardust1967 yes, it was such a good story. I know he studied hero's journeys and it makes this timeless like a Greek myth. I was a bit younger, born in '79. But I saw the first two at a very young age and remember the ewok toys and Return of the Jedi release better. Regardless, I had older brothers and was immersed into the world from my earliest memories. Thanks again for passing on the knowledge. I don't know it as well, but your explanations were great for what I do know. I lost a little interest after the originals. It somehow lost the magic of my youth in other films. I treasure these so much though, because it's a part of my childhood I really loved.
@@joanna400 I'm just seeing your reply now (a day later)... you're very welcome! One thing I can say about myself (and proudly so), is that I have refused to "grow up". I still have the "child-like" wonderment when it comes to Sci-Fi stuff. I have no trouble immersing myself into the lore of a "franchise" that I find interesting. Star Wars is probably the biggest of them. The original 1978 Battlestar Galactica is another, Star Trek, both the Original series, and the Next Generation really piqued my interest. I have to go back and re-watch Deep Space 9 and Voyager, as they kinda lost me for a while, but I think I may be more in a place to enjoy them more now.
On Disney+, you can find one of my favorite "stand alone" sci-fi movies... "The Black Hole". While you have to do a search to find it, it was Disney's very first PG rated movie. It was released in 1979, and I remember seeing it in theaters at the time. I have bought the movie on VHS, DVD (twice, because "full screen" and "wide screen"), Blu-Ray and Digital. While scientifically inaccurate, I love the story it does tell. I highly recommend it, especially as it was the very last movie made using a certain FX style. So, technically, it was both a beginning (first PG rated movie by Disney Studios) and an ending (last of that kind of visual effects).
I have the ability to suspend disbelief, which is why sci-fi stuff really connects with me. I was an avid reader as a child, but as I would read a book, I could visualize it in my head. The fact that I am 55 years old, yet refused to "grow up" and lose the magic of wonderment, actually does help me want to pass on what I have learned, rather than look down on those who are just discovering these franchises. I actually enjoy passing on what I know, and while it can be difficult to filter out things that would spoil plot twists, I still do it because I enjoy it. King Gar is just the latest that I've found who is new to the Star Wars universe. I have been doing this for a few years now, just passing on what I know, while enjoying THEIR first time watching. Because it reminds me of my own first time watching these movies, and the experiences I had all those years ago.
I've started doing my own reactions to the newer stuff (Kenobi and Andor) on my second channel (SnarkyGen-Xer), but those can be spoiler heavy.... because I figure anyone who might watch it has already seen it all themselves. Also, a lot of people of "my generation" looked down at the Prequel Trilogy, and everything made after the Original Trilogy. I'm not like that. I loved the Prequel Trilogy, as well as the animated shows, live action shows, and even the Sequel Trilogy (despite its problems) is worth watching. I don't shy away from the problems, but I accept that it is all part of the overall story, and look for the good parts of it all.
I always repeat the slogan that was used for the Amiga Computer (which I had several models of back in the 1990s), "Make Up Your Own Mind" when it comes to watching shows and movies. Everyone is different, and likes different things. That's how things are. While I am "set in my ways" about some things, I still keep an open mind when it comes to entertainments. Always give something a try just to see if you like it. If you don't, that's fine... at least you gave it a try. But you never know... you very well MAY like it.
This is definitely one of my comfort movies, it was one of the first three films we rented when mom got a VCR back in very early 80's. Glad you could enjoy it!
King 4:08 this planet is Tatooine
When a jedi dies he or she becomes part of the force as with Obi Wan Kenobi. Remember what Obi Wan said to Darth Vader "if you strike me down I shall become more powerful than you can possibly imagine"! Also Obi Wan said Darth Vader was a pupil of his until he turned to evil. Lots of reveals coming up in the next two movies and you'll be shocked and surprised.
note, there was no CGI in 1977. it used blue screen and models. the version you watched was re edited
in the 1990s. some CGI was added.
From the sound of it, the movie you saw was The Last Jedi, a movie so bad that there are literally classes taught in film schools now about just how bad its script was. Purge it from your mind.
Obi-wan Kenobi is dead, at least, physically. He became one with the Force when Vader struck him down. Essentially, he ascended to a higher plane of existence.
Some of the special effects in this movie were redone in the 90s. Lucas felt that special effects technology had finally caught up to his imagination, so he reedited some scenes with CGI. In some scenes this works, like arriving in Mos Eisley. Others, it's starting to look dated. The most infamous change was the scene with Greedo, with Greedo getting off a shot in that exchange. In the original movie, Han just shot him. If not for that particular change, I think the special editions, which is what you saw, would be much better received by fans.
You asked about Mo's Eisley being inspired by Greece. It was actually inspired by Arrakeen, the capital city of Arrakis in the Frank Herbert novel Dune. In the recent Denis Villeneuve film adaptation, the spice crawler tracks are shot similarly to the sandcrawler sets in this film. It's ironic because Lucas was emulating a lot of Dune influence in this one, and it in turn influenced the filmmaking of the original inspiration for Star Wars. The prequels are even more directly influenced. While there is plenty of action, the real story is the political intrigue and plans-within-plans-within-plans. Specific plot points that are essential to the story of House Atreides and the Imperium are analogous although Palpatine is more of a Hitler type and the influence is not a direct transliteration. However Palpatine manipulating Anakin and the Jedi while clouding their vision is taken directly from the meta of the Dune universe. The walk and talk exposition in between action scenes in the prequels is very reminiscent of the mid to later books in the Dune Chronicles.
Main character in the prequels is the "chosen one" who ends up unwillingly/or making the best decision he thinks he can at the time....plunging the galaxy in to far more darkness then it was before. This character has dreams/visions of his wife/partner and his son and daughter that she's carrying. There is an evil emperor, a monk/nun religious group with special powers. Desert planet.
It’s fun watching movies with you bruh
Great reaction
7:45 so the little blue R2 - D2 is the registration number of this little droid, however the type or make of this little droid aswell as the Red one which blew up are “astromech” droids, so astromech droids are a series of versatile utility robots generally used for the maintenance and repair of starships and related technology. These small droids are often equipped with a variety of tool-tipped appendages that are stowed in recessed compartments.
Great reaction King! Very gratifying. Liked and subbed. Others can respond to your questions about lore (and no doubt have) much better than I could.
I was in university when this movie was first released in theatres. I think I went to see it at least 10 times in the theatre and have seen it countless times since. At the time of its release, the only sci-fi film we had seen that looked this good was Stanley Kubrick's "2001: A Space Odyssey", but "Star Wars" - the title we knew it by then - was more ambitious in its visual effects than Kubrick's movie was. It was a revelation and set a new standard.
In University I studied music so one of the reasons I went to see the movie so many times was for John Williams' amazing score. I was really pleased to see you paying attention to the themes and their associations with characters. Very important throughout the series.
I'm looking forward to your reactions to 5 and 6! Best wishes.
Oh how great! I love finding and exploring musical themes. Thanks for the like and sub!
The Jawas speak Zulu that was pitched up in speed in the post production.
If you watch in release order, it will be best because you will be reacting to the story the way the fans got to react to it as we were growing up. And it will allow you to get into the mind of George Lucas.
George Lucas put out episode 4 first, sounds strange, but A New Hope, Empire Strikes Back, and Return Of The Jedi came out in 1977 and later. We had to wait awhile for Episodes 1-3 to come out, but basically you are starting in the middle of the story. I would watch episodes 4-6 first and then 1-3. The first three will give you the backstories of the main characters. I was 12 when episode 4 came out after that have been thoroughly engrossed since. Have fun with it and enjoy! If you have questions ask I'm sure people will answer them.
King, loved your review bro, looking forward to the next one!!! 👍🏻😉
THere is also machete order. Which is Episode IV, V, I, II, III, VI. I can t say anything else.
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It was more a rhetorical question.
Vader knew that there were no consular ship and no ambassador.
I wasn't going to flood your comments with Auralnauts Star Wars jokes. I really wasn't. But first you asked if Luke was THE Star Warrior and I wanted to tell you that he is Dirk Lasermaster, The Last Laser Master. But I wasn't going to until you said The Maker's true name. Creepio.
Sir, I have subscribed now. I ask you to consider reacting to the Jedi Party star wars parodies by a CZcams channel called Auralnauts. It's of superior quality and very hilarious. I think you'll get the jokes. With those, you begin at episode 1 and find that Creepio is a psychopath who wreaks a swatch of death and destruction everywhere he goes. They go up to episode 7 and then there's a six part remake of Kenobi that ties in with the story of Duke Dirtfarmer, son of Larry Kenobi.
Also, the Auralnauts original music is really good.
JJ Abrams only redeeming quality is that he made Creepio canon. If only for a moment.
Grew up watching them and love the original six but hat sequel trilogy
it's han solo :)
it was 2d then it became 3d, no it was real all the time the death star and the ships are all real, real models that is.
"The original is so bad sfx wise."
Idk. I was too engross in the movie to notice all the bad sfx.
Are you the king of the gar? And where did you get that lamp?
another series you should try....
Back to the Future
Welcome to the Star Wars fandom, King! If you are going to watch the Star Wars movies, I highly suggest that you watch them in this order (after this movie):
Episode V: Empire Strikes Back
Episode I: The Phantom Menace
Episode II: Attack Of The Clones
Episode III: Revenge Of The Sith
(Stand Alone) Rogue One
Episode VI: Return Of The Jedi
And from there, watch whatever you want. Honestly, the Sequel Trilogy (and Solo movie) sucks more than the Prequel Trilogy and I refuse to watch reactions to them.
Again, this is just a suggestion. You can take my suggestion or not. However you will greatly appreciate the order that I suggested afterwards. The plot twist in Episode III is more impactful and Episode VI makes a more satisfactory emotional ending, because it is the end of the story. This also solves the prequel paradox by making all these movies just one story. I can't say anything else or I would go into spoilers. Now some other people will suggest the Release Order. I can't stop you from watching that order, but the "because we watch them in that order" is a super weak reason. My "Satisfying Order" serves a narrative purpose (something the gatekeeping Release Order purists can't say) and you'll be watching all of movies anyway. If I could blank my mind and watch these movies fresh, that's the order I would love to watch them in.
Thank you!
King Gar ...You're welcome.
Go in Peace and Walk with God. 😎 👍
If you watch in release order, you will not be jumping between eras. They were also filmed twenty years apart. The mentality of the writing was twenty years apart. 4,5,6 is one trilogy with a conclusion. 1,2,3 is another trilogy.
No no no, do not watch them in the order this guy is saying. Watch them in the original order of release. The way us 70’s and 80’s kids saw them, so you can get the full intent affect on how George Lucas, the Star Wars creator wanted it watched.
Episode IV - A New Hope
Episode V - Empire Strikes Back
Episode VI - Return of the Jedi
There is absolutely no reason to mix up the trilogies. Just watch them in release order and get the same experience the rest of the world got as these films were released and the story unfolded.
Rather than writing down notes all the time. You would be better off paying attention to the movie. It's extremely easy to miss important things.
To someone new to this, notes can be very helpful. Most people can write and listen at the same time.
you look like John Boyega
You racist (jk)
There are three ways to watch it.
Machete order is 4-5-1-2-3-6 low key best order
Machete Order is dumb. So bad.
@@xDarthSTYXx better than ending with episode 3 lol
Jesse Jeremy ...Facts. Episode VI should be the last movie watched.
@@asasassify No one ends with 3. There are 11 movies, friend.
@@xDarthSTYXx im not counting the disney dreck...maybe rogue one
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best name ever
Your so damn cute