Merrick here...
The Powers That Be have issued a press release regarding the conversion of STAR WARS EPISODE I: THE PHANTOM MENACE to 3D, the result of which is due in theaters next February.
This process is said to involve "meticulous crafting and attention to detail" - which means the folks doing the conversion are, in all probability, paying closer attention to the film than Lucas did when we he wrote and directed it.
Per the press release...
The extensive conversion process is being completed under the close supervision of John Knoll, Visual Effects Supervisor for ILM.
"Getting really good results from stereo conversion requires a lot of attention to detail and it is imperative that you take the time to get it right - and that's just what we're doing," said Knoll. "We're taking a different approach than you might expect. George's vision has been to add dimension to the film in subtle ways. This isn't a novelty conversion, with things jumping out at the audience; our goal has been to enhance the classic Star Wars theatrical experience, utilizing the latest cinematic tools and techniques."
Does this mean Jar Jar won't fling Bantha(?) shit into our faces when shaking it off of his feet? Well, were's the fun in that?
Find more over at STARWARS.COM.
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