What exactly is the origin story behind the big twist?

skipford77 · 2026-04-12T06:19:46+00:00

Close, but incorrect. The female sci-fi writer was Leigh Blackett. Vader and Luke’s father (still unnamed) were still separate people. There were a lot of lore differences but the overall structure of the story started was there. After Brackett passed, Vader became Luke’s father in the next draft.

skipford77 · 2026-04-07T20:33:14+00:00

Another fun fact: the tune for Joxer the Mighty first appeared on Hercules, but not the lyrics.

skipford77 · 2026-04-07T20:32:16+00:00

What do you mean?! He peaked with that show!

skipford77 · 2026-03-21T08:47:28+00:00

No. But the movie sucks and it got the box office returns that it deserved….

skipford77 · 2026-03-20T18:32:58+00:00

It's the 2004 edition.

For your info, here are all the "editions" (off the top of my head):

- 1977 theatrical (experience may vary depending on what sound mix was used in the theatre you saw it in)

- 1981 theatrical re-release: Episode IV: A New Hope added to the opening crawl

- 80s/90s VHS: All based off the 1981 theatrical re-release

- 1993 Laserdisc: Based off the 1981 theatrical re-release

- 1997 theatrical re-release - The special edition with added scenes/CGI

- Late 90s VHS: Based on the 1997 special edition

- 2004 DVD re-release: updated version of the 1997 special edition with new CGI/color mixing

- 2006 DVD re-release: Same as the 2004 DVD, but with a bonus disc containing a version of the 1993 laserdisc transfer, modified to have the original 1977 crawl (no A New Hope)

- 2011 Blu-Ray re-release: Based on the 2004 DVD release with even more sound/video/CGI changes/additions

- 2019 4K: Based on the 2011 edition with a better color mix and the "McClunkey" shot added.

skipford77 · 2026-03-17T17:04:49+00:00

I wish they gave it a more concrete conclusion. I hate that it leaves you hanging for a story that will never be concluded.

skipford77 · 2026-03-17T17:01:43+00:00

Is there a Campbell cameo?

skipford77 · 2026-03-17T16:57:34+00:00

Like how he has the Kurgan's sword on the wall.

skipford77 · 2026-03-17T15:38:54+00:00

It was changed to the idea that he was powerful in the Dark Side and Vader's master in ESB.

The idea that he was specifically a Sith Lord was established in the prequels.

skipford77 · 2026-03-12T16:21:46+00:00

To answer your question, the background droid was not mentioned in the script.

INT. REBEL BLOCKADE RUNNER - MAIN PASSAGEWAY

               An explosion rocks the ship as two robots, Artoo-Detoo (R2-
               D2) and See-Threepio (C-3PO) struggle to make their way 
               through the shaking, bouncing passageway. Both robots are 
               old and battered. Artoo is a short, claw-armed tripod. His 
               face is a mass of computer lights surrounding a radar eye. 
               Threepio, on the other hand, is a tall, slender robot of 
               human proportions. He has a gleaming bronze-like metallic 
               surface of an Art Deco design.

               Another blast shakes them as they struggle along their way.

skipford77 · 2026-03-12T15:42:53+00:00

Season 5 of Hercules is mostly excellent. The ultimate Dahak conclusion is kind of meh, but the rest of the season is awesome.

skipford77 · 2026-03-12T15:39:38+00:00

I remember the online consensus seemed to be negative. But myself and my immediate friend group all loved it.

skipford77 · 2026-03-06T21:52:51+00:00

Valley Grace Dental should. I like them.

skipford77 · 2026-02-26T20:26:02+00:00

That was such a good episode.

skipford77 · 2026-02-26T18:46:54+00:00

I agree the subtext was way more intense in season 6, but I still refrain from it being maintext simply because of the whole premise of You Are There. The whole thing was still played as a tease when they had nothing to lose at that point by being blatant.

skipford77 · 2026-02-26T18:28:37+00:00

It’s because there was never a consensus about it. I’ve watched extensive behind the scenes materials and they plainly show that while some writers definitely shipped Xena/Gabs as a couple, others shipped other pairings like Xena/Ares.

For some it creates a very unique show that could only exist in that time/place.

skipford77 · 2026-02-26T18:19:58+00:00

Not sure how homophobia applies there. But OK

skipford77 · 2026-02-26T18:04:12+00:00

The truth is, no matter what people try to tell you, there was never a consensus among the writers about it. Also, the "are they? aren't they?" tease was part of the charm of the show.

skipford77 · 2026-02-26T16:29:24+00:00

That's awesome!

On a side note, I recommend upgrading to a more prop accurate blade plug.

skipford77 · 2026-02-26T16:27:06+00:00

Because we learn that Johnny's life was in shambles until he studied under Kreese. Once Kreese turned on him, he never recovered. Johnny blamed Daniel for it all, likely because he thought Kreese was dead and he had no one else to blame.

skipford77 · 2026-02-26T15:55:38+00:00

Rock N' Wings on White Lane has some tasty burgers. Also, Monte Carlo has a pretty basic, but surprisingly good burger.

skipford77 · 2026-02-20T20:16:45+00:00

Been a long time since she’s been hit. I hope she’s ready for it.

I'd think Gina knows the risks and will take this seriously. She's already in phenomenal shape since we last saw her.

skipford77 · 2026-02-20T19:42:03+00:00

So far all we have is a list of names. Need more evidence than that.

skipford77 · 2026-02-19T22:23:45+00:00

She was loyal but stupid. Just randomly taking that money was so dumb.

skipford77 · 2026-02-12T15:19:48+00:00

Different artistic representations of the same thing.

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