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In your opinion, what are the consequences (on a cultural scale) of the "revised" original trilogy?

My question not only concerns the addition of new and/or "improved" scenes, music, and special effects, but also Lucas's suppression of the first three films in their original form. Last time I checked, it was very hard to find these anywhere.

As an aside, while talking with a guy in his early 20s a couple weeks ago, I was stunned when he casually referred to the originals by their "episode" numbers (i.e. IV, V, VI). To my recollection, we just didn't do that in the 80s/90s -- so it stands to reason Lucas has been widely successful in pushing his "new and improved" original trilogy.

Thanks for doing this AMA!

Agree. I'm unemployed and "shopping" for plans through my state's exchange now. It's a joke. The cheapest I can find is $250 a month. A MONTH. That's a fucking car payment, and the fact that you're penalized if you don't have coverage makes it all the more insulting. I'm no Republican, but I do hate the ACA.

Agreed 100 percent. There's something very unethical about it all. Thanks for your answer.

May I ask a followup question? Do you think the original, unadulterated trilogy will ultimately survive Lucas's suppression?

Great insight, and a fantastic analogy too. Thanks again.

What item have you seen and/or handled that really gave you that "Whoa, we're not in Kansas anymore" feeling?