Full info on Star Wars trilogy DVD release

this is more of an update to an earlier post I can' t seem to find:

Price: 69.99(US)

Release: Sept. 21

Special Features: (here we go)

* Disc 1: Star Wars: A New Hope IV
* Feature Film: Star Wars: A New Hope IV
* Commentary by George Lucas, Ben Burtt, Dennis Muren, and Carrie Fisher
* Disc 2: The Empire Strikes Back V
* Feature Film: The Empire Strikes Back V
* Commentary by George Lucas, Irvin Kershner, Lawrence Kasdan, Ben Burtt, Dennis Muren and Carrie Fisher
* Disc 3: Return of the Jedi VI
* Feature Film: Return of the Jedi VI
* Commentary by George Lucas, Lawrence Kasdan, Ben Burtt, Dennis Muren, and Carrie Fisher
* Disc 4:
* Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy. This two-and-a-half hour documentary traces the evolution of the saga, from a low-budget labor-of-love space saga to the movie phenomenon that defied the odds and reinvented the rules. This comprehensive documentary features all new interviews with George Lucas and more than 40 members of the cast and crew from the original trilogy, as well as a host of filmmakers and media personalities. Empire of Dreams includes some never-before-seen behind-the-scenes footage from the making of the three films.
* Episode III Behind the Scenes Preview: The Return of Darth Vader: Finally, Star Wars: Episode III will reveal just how Anakin Skywalker became Darth Vader, the most iconic villain in film history. In this exclusive preview, George Lucas discusses Anakin' s descent, with a first look at the new Vader costume forged for Episode III. Also, experience how Hayden Christensen and Ewan McGregor have prepared for the epic lightsaber battle that has been anticipated for more than two decades: the climactic showdown between Anakin and Obi-Wan Kenobi.
* The Birth of the Lightsaber: Its unforgettable hum and scintillating glow are instantly recognizable around the world. Now, viewers will discover the origins of this elegant weapon from a more civilized age in this documentary devoted to the lightsaber.
* The Characters of Star Wars: An in-depth look at how favorite characters came to be, featuring rare concept art, behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with George Lucas and the cast and crew who shaped the screen' s favorite heroes.
* The Force Is With Them: The Legacy of Star Wars: Star Wars opened up a galaxy of possibilities to a generation of filmmakers and creative talents. Hear from some of the most notable filmmakers of our time about how influential the Star Wars movies have been to their lives.
* Star Wars Battlefront Trailer and Playable Demo: The fourth disc will offer a trailer featuring an exciting look at the upcoming Star Wars Battlefront video game from LucasArts, along with a special demo for Xbox users that lets players fight the Battle of Endor as a Rebel or Imperial soldier and drive AT-STs, ride speeder bikes and use different weapons to lead their side to victory. The full version of Star Wars Battlefront will also be released Sept. 21 for the PlayStation 2, Xbox, and PC.
* Star Wars: Episode III Making the Game Preview: Video-game players will be able to experience the stunning Jedi action of Episode III themselves in the new Star Wars: Episode III game, due out in Spring 2005 for the PlayStation 2 and Xbox. This special feature shows how game developers at LucasArts worked behind-the-scenes and on the set to create the most authentic Jedi experience ever.
* Original Trailers and TV Spots: The original theatrical teaser, launch and re-release trailers for each film, plus TV spots, are featured on the DVD.
* Never-Before-Seen Production Gallery: Delve into an unseen corners of the Lucasfilm Archives with exclusive photos from the making of the trilogy, with hundreds of rare behind-the-scene images.
* Posters and Print Campaigns: The original releases of the Star Wars films came at a time when international campaigns produced a wealth of intriguing, alternative poster art. Explore a collection of theatrical posters from around the world.
* Exclusive DVD-ROM Content: The Star Wars Trilogy DVDs are keys that unlock exclusive content available only through a special DVD-ROM website.


extra lil tid-bits
Video: Widescreen 2.35:1 Color

Anamorphic: Yes (Anamorphic)

Audio: english in dolby digital 5.1 surround ex
english in dolby surround
spanish in dolby surround
french in dolby surround

Subtitles: English, French, Spanish

Are these the original Films on the DVD or the remastered?

Sharan Dev Jain
http://www.theotaku.co.uk

They will be the Special Editions, the ones released in theaters about 6 years ago or so. So expect for Greedo to shoot first (lame), a poorly done CGI Jabba da Hut to talk to Han in the first movie, and perhaps Hayden Christensen Anakin ghost standing next to and old ObiWan ghost at the end of Return of da Jedi instead of an old man Anakin ghost.

Garbage rereleases. But I am excited and I want this colletion. I love the original trilogy.

I have owned the Special editions on LaserDisc for years and years now (since before DVD was even available). the Dolby Digital 5.1 sound is fantastic, and that' s basically why I own them. I was hoping for a DTS-ES discrete 6.1 mix for DVD. Oh well.