When creating the first trailer for Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace, Dr. David West Reynolds and editor Mark Mrnka faced a dilemma:
Showcase the movie as it truly was, slapstick humor and all? 🤡
Or craft the trailer hardcore fans were hoping for? 🙏
In the end, they chose to hide Jar Jar's antics and the Neimoidians' accents, aiming to preserve the franchise's integrity for the devoted fanbase. 🎥❤️
It was a risky move, not knowing if fans would appreciate the "idealized" trailer or resent them for it. Talk about pressure! 😅
For our full conversation with Dr. Reynolds, go to www.trashcompod.com/43
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