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IndyMLVC · 08-10-2011, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Beast

Jar Jar is and has always been amazing.

Beast...I say this in the nicest way possible: It seems like your entire purpose in this thread has been to rile people up.

Moviefan2k4 · 08-10-2011, 07:45 PM

If I've said it once, I've said it a thousand times: I like Jar Jar, and I am in no way ashamed of that. He was a great source of much-needed comic relief, and I actually felt insulted when Lucas practically destroyed him in Episode II.

Falaskan · 08-10-2011, 07:48 PM

One day, after George becomes one with the force and Star Wars is rebooted, I hope they gave Jar-Jar a nice gratuitous death cameo. BTW, do you think a reboot will ever happen?

Chordata · 08-10-2011, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by IndyMLVC

Beast...I say this in the nicest way possible: It seems like your entire purpose in this thread has been to rile people up.

I dare someone to go back through this thread and count the times Beast popped up to say how awesome Jar Jar is. I bet it's 20 times.

Moviefan2k4 · 08-10-2011, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Falaskan

...do you think a reboot will ever happen?

I sincerely hope not. As a whole, "Star Wars" is largely considered a priceless piece of cinematic history, and as such, I don't think I'd ever want it redone from scratch. Having a sequel trilogy, in 3D animated form, with all the cast reprising their roles in voice, would be awesome, though. I'd really like to see some of Timothy Zahn's work adapted in that vein.

bboisvert · 08-10-2011, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Chordata

I dare someone to go back through this thread and count the times Beast popped up to say how awesome Jar Jar is. I bet it's 20 times.

Meesa thinks your bet is okey-day.

Beast · 08-10-2011, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Moviefan2k4

If I've said it once, I've said it a thousand times: I like Jar Jar, and I am in no way ashamed of that. He was a great source of much-needed comic relief, and I actually felt insulted when Lucas practically destroyed him in Episode II.

Love him also. Pretty much my favorite Star Wars character of all time. Including both the OT and PT.

Sadly too many whiny fanboys online caused that. But at least he's had some good episodes in Clone Wars.

Beast · 08-10-2011, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Falaskan

One day, after George becomes one with the force and Star Wars is rebooted, I hope they gave Jar-Jar a nice gratuitous death cameo. BTW, do you think a reboot will ever happen?

Unlikely. There's no reason for a reboot. And unlike most other franchises, the story has outgrown just the original story.

whaleman · 08-10-2011, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Jay444

The words 'Jar-Jar' and 'Amazing' should never be used together in the same sentence. However, Sebulba looks good...lol

Your comment is incorrect. "Amazing" can be used to describe a negative as well. Eg. "It's amazing how annoying I find Jar Jar to be." or "I always find it amazing that George Lucas chose to give Jar Jar such an unintelligible voice."

NYorker · 08-10-2011, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Moviefan2k4

If I've said it once, I've said it a thousand times: I like Jar Jar, and I am in no way ashamed of that. He was a great source of much-needed comic relief, and I actually felt insulted when Lucas practically destroyed him in Episode II.

Jar Jar was the movie equivalent of nails grating on a chalkboard. Every time he came onscreen, it just made you squirm. If George would've toned down the idiocy of the character, it might - might - might have worked.

sowecrazy · 08-10-2011, 08:49 PM

I enjoy Jar-Jar my self, although saying that he does have some over the top moments in Episode I. like at Anakin's house at dinner, and when they first leave Naboo and get attacked by the giant sea creature. i didn't mind that he kinda dwindled off, it fit the story and he served his purpose.

Moviefan2k4 · 08-10-2011, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by NYorker

Every time he came onscreen, it just made me squirm.

Fixed.

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If George would've toned down the idiocy of the character, it might - might - might have worked.

For the umpteenth time, Jar Jar was supposed to be an idiot; that's the entire point. He's an alien on a distant world, banished from his own city for being clumsy, who has almost no awareness of anything around him, apart from his race's warrior lineage, and his affinity for food. then, one day, he's almost flattened by a huge robot, saved by a Jedi he's never met, and winds up thrown into an all-out war over galactic trade disputes. You think his behavior's going to be sensible or rational? Try again.

Aragorn the Elfstone · 08-10-2011, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Moviefan2k4

If I've said it once, I've said it a thousand times: I like Jar Jar, and I am in no way ashamed of that. He was a great source of much-needed comic relief, and I actually felt insulted when Lucas practically destroyed him in Episode II.

+1

Strange that I didn't even realize how hated he was (or the film, for that matter) until I got introduced to the online Star Wars fan community shortly before Ep. II.

Something that'll always bring a smile to my face is the memory of seeing AotC in theaters at midnight - and when Jar Jar made his entrance, there were two single reactions in sequential order. One teenage guy who booed at him, and immediately following - a teenage girl who enthusiastically yelled: "Go Jar Jar!!"

Good times.

octagon · 08-10-2011, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Moviefan2k4

For the umpteenth time, Jar Jar was supposed to be an idiot; that's the entire point.

That part worked.

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Originally Posted by Moviefan2k4

You think his behavior's going to be sensible or rational?

I was hoping it would be entertaining.

It wasn't.

Moviefan2k4 · 08-10-2011, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by octagon

It's a shame 'entertaining' wasn't an option either.

Well, I like him, and I think he's a very well-done character. Every time I watch TPM, I just smile at his antics.

opticzar · 08-10-2011, 09:01 PM

How could an idiot like Jar-Jar ever be a senator? Absolutely asinine.

octagon · 08-10-2011, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Moviefan2k4

Well, I like him, and I think he's a very well-done character. Every time I watch TPM, I just smile at his antics.

To be fair, my main problem with Jar-Jar was also my problem with the pod race and the interminable chases and much of the rest TPM - it was just too much and it went on too long.

GL has never been the most subtle guy in the world but TPM just beat stuff into the ground until even the cool parts became incredibly tedious.

teamneedle · 08-10-2011, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by opticzar

How could an idiot like Jar-Jar ever be a senator? Absolutely asinine.

yes, because senators are such great smart people...

especially the ones who pull their weiners out.

that being said, i have no love for jarjar-

Beast · 08-10-2011, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by opticzar

How could an idiot like Jar-Jar ever be a senator? Absolutely asinine.

Don't follow U.S. Politics very closely do you? Or any politics in general.

Plus he was a General and was a huge part in not only saving the Queen but the Naboo people.

AintNoSin · 08-10-2011, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by opticzar

How could an idiot like Jar-Jar ever be a senator? Absolutely asinine.

So, you don't watch CSPAN2, do you?

08-10-2011, 07:45 PM	#1782
Moviefan2k4 Banned Member since:Mar 2010 Location:Montgomery, TX 4K collection:44 Blu-ray collection:317 Blu-ray reviews:5 Trading Score:2	If I've said it once, I've said it a thousand times: I like Jar Jar, and I am in no way ashamed of that. He was a great source of much-needed comic relief, and I actually felt insulted when Lucas practically destroyed him in Episode II.

08-10-2011, 07:48 PM	#1783
Falaskan Banned Top contributor Member since:Mar 2011 Location:Alaska Blu-ray collection:274 DVD collection:60 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:44	One day, after George becomes one with the force and Star Wars is rebooted, I hope they gave Jar-Jar a nice gratuitous death cameo. BTW, do you think a reboot will ever happen?

08-10-2011, 08:49 PM	#1791
sowecrazy Active Member Member since:Dec 2007 Location:illinois Blu-ray collection:250	I enjoy Jar-Jar my self, although saying that he does have some over the top moments in Episode I. like at Anakin's house at dinner, and when they first leave Naboo and get attacked by the giant sea creature. i didn't mind that he kinda dwindled off, it fit the story and he served his purpose.

08-10-2011, 09:01 PM	#1796
opticzar Member Member since:Jul 2011 Location:Forest Grove, OR 4K collection:304 Blu-ray collection:1336 DVD collection:123	How could an idiot like Jar-Jar ever be a senator? Absolutely asinine.

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