Join us for a special bonus episode celebrating the 25th anniversary of Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace! We've compiled highlights from past episodes where we discussed topics related to this groundbreaking film. Hear insights from Dan Madsen, former head of the Lucasfilm fan club, and Dr. David West Reynolds, co-editor of the Episode 1 teaser trailer, as they share their experiences and perspectives on the hype and excitement leading up to the movie's release. Plus, hosts Josh and Chris reminisce about their own memories of seeing The Phantom Menace for the first time.
Chapters:
00:00:00 - Josh: Introduction
00:01:32 - Dan Madsen: Experience at Lucasfilm
00:04:21 - Dr. David West Reynolds: Crafting the Episode 1 Teaser Trailer
00:05:52 - Dan Madsen: Reaction to the Final Trailer
00:06:57 - Dr. David West Reynolds: Debating Reveals and Spoilers in the Trailer
00:07:47 - Dan Madsen: The Excitement and Anticipation Leading Up to Episode 1
00:09:38 - Dr. David West Reynolds: George Lucas's Vision for the Prequels
00:10:24 - Dan Madsen: The Legacy of The Phantom Menace
00:11:06 - Dr. David West Reynolds: George Lucas's Foresight and Long-Term Storytelling
00:12:14 - Dan Madsen: The Changing Perception of the Prequels
00:13:31 - Dr. David West Reynolds: Vindication of George Lucas's Vision
00:14:16 - Dan Madsen: George Lucas Having the Last Laugh
00:14:52 - Dr. David West Reynolds: Letting Go of Expectations
00:15:31 - Josh: Difficulty in Being Objective About the Movie
00:15:46 - Chris: Memories of Seeing Episode 1
00:23:31 - Josh: Conclusion
Don't miss our next full episode, where we'll be discussing George Lucas's first feature film, THX 1138, dropping on Tuesday, May 7th. Be sure to follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube @TrashComPod for more Star Wars content and updates!
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