I just preordered the Star Wars Trilogy from Overstock.com. My understanding is that the audio is excellent 5.1. Is that, in fact true?

Jay

The discs will contain Dolby EX tracks for all three movies. As for the quality of the tracks, ask me again after September 21 and I'll hopefully be able to confirm that. The audio for A New Hope (and perhaps all three) has been re-mixed from the original recordings by Ben Burtt, which certainly bodes well.

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I noticed that Overstock was selling it as FS P&S. Is that for real?
I'm surprised that Lucas would even approve of that. He is a purist about his "Vision" isn't he?
Trace

'Tis for real. George has done some remarkable stuff over the course of his career, but he's also not without his share of irritating quirks. Aside from dragging his feet on Star Wars DVD's to a mind-numbing degree, he has also allowed for pan and scan discs of each DVD release. I believe that Indiana Jones was the same way too.

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JMS:
It’s still April and already thinking about September? It will be one long summer. Actually, I wouldn’t mind having long summers. Here in Chicago, warm days are rather precious and it’s kind of a taboo to mention fall during spring or summer, at least among the people I know...

I’m anxious for trilogy DVDs myself so I understand how you feel. If you want to ease the pain of waiting, here are some thoughts you can immerse yourself in if you live in the US. Memorial Day weekend BBQ & 4 th of July celebration and fireworks.

Yes, and if you live in the Chicago area you can go to Rib Fest in Naperville. By the way, Jazz Fest starts in New Orleans Friday.

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Barista Man,

Thank you for pointing out the two versions Overstock is selling. I had inadvertently ordered the FS (full screen) version but, since it's a preorder they allowed me to change the order to the WS (wide screen) version. Caveat emptor! ...and thank you again!

Jay

PS Do you work in a Starbucks? My son is a barista at the local charbux.

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JMS,
You're welcome. I didn't want to come straight out and ask you about your purchase. That's why I phrased it as a general question.
Nope, not a Starbucker. I run an indepent shop in front of a grocery store about 1/2 a mile away from one. Been doing it for 12 years now. My tips are good enough to keep me in home theater heaven. :-)

JMS:
Here’s another thing to keep your mind busy while waiting for Trilogy DVDs. L.O.T.R. The Return of The King (theatrical version) DVD in May.