Ahoy, squirts! Quint here.
This contest is dedicated to Tallboy66 who makes sure to alert me and everyone else every time I utter one negative word about the Star Wars Prequels.
Sideshow has offered a really cool diorama, retailing for nearly $300, for a contest here on AICN. Check it out:
Even from someone who has… issues… with the prequels, that’s really damn nice work.
Yes, I know… I hated that Darth Vader was beaten in this duel that has been built up in my brain since almost before I can remember because Obi Wan was on an embankment and had “the high ground” which is apparently stronger than the Dark Side of the force. That was lame… but, this piece by Sideshow is not.
So I figured for the contest I’d ask you guys to write me a better final duel between Anakin and Obi-Wan in standard screenplay format. The rules are only that it has to take place on a Volcano Planet (like Lucas first mentioned way back after the original came out) and the rest is up to you. Anakin and Obi-Wan need to be the focal point, but obviously involving Padme isn’t a bad idea.
If you'd like to include a brief rundown (like a treatment) of the events leading up to the duel and what occurs after, you may do so, but the main focus should be on the scripted duel between Anakin and Obi-Wan.
I want a PDF sent, in script format, that is at least 10 pages long, but no more than 25 pages, your name and non-PO Box mailing address. You can email those to quint@aintitcool.com beginning from now until 11:59pm CST Monday, September 1st.
Take your time, prove that you can write the scene better than Mr. Lucas did. I’ll be judging on most imaginative execution of two master Jedi fighting to the death with a strong eye towards real character dialogue and descriptive elements. I want something fun and something kickass, something that lives up to my childhood dreams of this confrontation. I want to feel the gravity of this moment. If you’re up to it, give it a shot. The finalists will be posted here, along with the winner.
Most people around the world are eligible to win. Here are Sideshow’s terms and conditions:
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If you don’t know what a screenplay looks like, here’s a link to a place where you can download a few of ‘em and here’s another cool site to read some scripts.
If you want a rundown on standard screenplay formatting, check out this page for all that info!
If you have any questions, feel free to ask in the talkback below and I'll answer as soon as I can.
Good luck! And may the Force be with you!
-Quint
quint@aintitcool.com
