Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope
Summary
This limited edition of Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope includes both the original theatrical version and the digitally remastered widescreen version of the film. A rebel ship is being boarded by the tyrannical Darth Vader. Luke Skywalker, with his new allies, Han Solo, Chewbacca, Ben Kenobi, C-3PO... Full description
Summary: |
This limited edition of Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope includes both the original theatrical version and the digitally remastered widescreen version of the film. A rebel ship is being boarded by the tyrannical Darth Vader. Luke Skywalker, with his new allies, Han Solo, Chewbacca, Ben Kenobi, C-3PO, and R2-D2, attempt to rescue rebel leader, Princess Leia, from the clutches of the Empire. The conclusion is culminated as the Rebels, including Skywalker and flying ace Wedge Antilles make an attack on the Empire's most powerful and ominous weapon, the Death Star. |
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Item Description: |
Title from opening frames and end credits. Edition statement from pamphlet inside container. Originally produced as a motion picture in 1977 ; digitally remastered version dated 1997. Prequel to: Star Wars Episode V: the empire strikes back. Sequel to: Star Wars Episode III: revenge of the Sith. Special features: Disc 1: Widescreen feature (Digitally remastered, enhanced for 16:9 TVs) -- Optional commentary by George Lucas, Ben Burtt, Dennis Muren and Carrie Fisher -- Easter egg - credit roll ; Disc 2: Widescreen feature (original theatrical version) -- XBox playable game demo -- Lego game trailer. |
Physical Description: |
2 videodiscs (ca. 123 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in. |
Format: |
DVD (Enhanced) ; region 1 ; widescreen (2.35:1) presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1 EX surround ; THX digitally mastered ; NTSC. System requirements for DVD-ROM features: DVD-ROM drive, Internet connection, PC with Windows 95 or higher ; Some DVD enhanced features will not work on a Mac. |
Audience: |
MPAA rating: PG; for sci-fi violence and brief mild language ; Bonus features not rated. CHV rating: PG. |
Awards: |
Winner of seven Academy Awards in 1977--Best art direction, John Barry, Norman Reynolds & Leslie Dilley, Set decoration, Roger Christian; Best costume design, John Mollo; Best sound, Don MacDougall, Ray West, Boy Minkler & Derek Ball; Best editing, Paul Hirsch, Marcia Lucas & Richard Chew; Best music score, John Williams; Best visual effects, John Stears, John Dykstra, Richard Edlund, Grant McCune & Robert Blalack. Special award to Benjamin Burtt for creating the alien, creature & robot voices. (Hollywood Gold) |
Production Credits: |
Director of photography, Gilbert Taylor ; editors, Richard Chew ... [et al.] ; music, John Williams ; costume designer, John Mollo ; production designer, John Barry. |