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Talk about it all right here.

In order to keep thread clutter to a minimum, this will be the official topic for the proposed Voltron Script and Movie.

Talk about anything here: Casting, ideas, Yeas, Nahs . . . a little this and a little that.

Just remember to be CIVIL. We want to encourage conversation, not a flamefest.

So talk it up people! This is your thread.

~AlluraP

OK here's what I want:

I want Allura to be the Princess of Arus, not some random Earthling.
I want to see Planet Doom with all the villians.
Voltron must NOT be made out of junk.

YAY! Thank you!

I think we should come up with some kind of plan of action to try and stop Marks' script from being made. Campaigns, etc, things like that.

For those involved in the script you must do these things to change my negative opinion:

!! TASK ONE: CHANGE KEITH'S CHARACTERIZATION -
No tattooed, deranged, and antisocial cliche.

TASK TWO: DRULES/DOOMS?
The enemy must be known at least a little. As I posted before, a simple OTS of the Drule in command (be it Zarkon, Lotor or etc.) with a small part commencing the battle would be sufficient (since there is supposed to be a sequel). However, the enemies may need to be further developed to fulfill the requirements of "who? what? where? when? why? and how?" This may ensure that there is something substantial in case it bombs.

I may have more to add later as time goes on. I think I have said enough for now. I honestly don't mind the settings or the other characterizations. If these things are done right, the deviations could be pulled off. In my opinion, the movie should be like the comic book. That was done really well... until the last two issues. I do hope that another studio picks up the comic book license and continues the work.

anyone have anything to add?

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Originally posted by SGB:
I think we should come up with some kind of plan of action to try and stop Marks' script from being made. Campaigns, etc, things like that.

Kidnapping Marks and forcing him to change the script at gunpoint... Oh wait you mean peaceful things. Well we could always pettition or something like that.

Throk, as soon as I wake up, I'll have some to add. For now, I am in total agreement with your post.

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Originally posted by SGB:
I think we should come up with some kind of plan of action to try and stop Marks' script from being made. Campaigns, etc, things like that.

I say we kidnap Marks, tie him into a chair and force him to watch the cartoon dvds over and over and over until he is brainwashed with what Voltron is suppose to be like.

On a more peaceful note, maybe some website banners and buttons with saying like

"SAVE THE SCRIPT!"

That, along with a petition should be somewhat effective.

I think it is important to remember that we haven't read the script yet, and our perception of the script is based off of some guy's translation. I think casting the right actors will certainly play a massive part of it. I doubt Keith is going to end up like some "Crow" idiot. I think we'll be fine. As far as the junk thing, I am 100% certain that the lions will look like lions. I am sure they know better. It said they are made from junk... but I don't remember it saying they look junky... but I could be wrong.

I kinda like the idea that they don't look like perfectly molded robotic lions. I doubt magic would have created such a thing. I am sure the lions will be loyal to the cartoon. Something tells me that from a few feet back, they will look just like lions, but when you get closer, you will be able to notice stuff. Justin wrote the script, but I'm sure the FX artists will take the lions and run with them... so to speak.

A good and reasonable point made.

We haven't read the entire script, and frankly, I doubt we ever will. Its shrouded in mystery. But I think that the reason WEP is making no comment (or at least one of the reasons) is that all the script talk is at least 'talk' of Voltron, keeping the name on the forefront of people's minds.

As I've said before, I have NO problem with updating the material. God knows its been told and told, and I for one would love to see a fresh perspective. But not at the risk of making a movie and calling it 'Voltron' just so we can all Ooo and Ahhh that 'Voltron' made it to the big screen. The last thing I want is for Voltron to end up in the basement of B rated movie flops. That would kill it completely.

The characters can be altered, but not changed. I like what someone wrote yesterday . . . I believe it was Dexterryu who said it . . .

Keith may start out being reluctant, possibly because of something in his past that has affected his present. Maybe the loss of someone close to him in the attack, maybe he's lost his family . . . there's a lot to work with. But in the end, he emerges as the strong leader we know him to be.

The problem with reviews of partial material is that it tends to stir up a wasp's nest. I really despise this kind of thing. And what's worse . . . if a reviewer has supposedly 'read the script', then what secret is left? Its out there . . . so why can't a select few of us, a sample audience if you will, be selected to do likewise? What better way to get promotional backing then to get it from the people who are the fans??

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Originally posted by Princess AlluraP:
And what's worse . . . if a reviewer has supposedly 'read the script', then what secret is left? Its out there . . . so why can't a select few of us, a sample audience if you will, be selected to do likewise?

Because it's a legal thing. Non-Disclosure agreements are the big thing. Remember when Admin said that his hands were tied due to non-disclosure agreements. Its meant to protect property rights and such. So, unless someone scans the entire script and puts it up for illegal download, we'll never get to read it.

One other note, if you're a writer or movie producer, would you really want your story being posted all over the internet for people to read before the movie is even made? Reminds me of a great scene:

Dark Helmet: How can there be a video cassette of Voltron the Movie, we're still in the middle of writing the script.

Col Sanderz: That's true sir, but there's been a breakthrough in home video marketing. Instant cassettes.

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Originally posted by KiethBlackLion:

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Originally posted by Princess AlluraP:
And what's worse . . . if a reviewer has supposedly 'read the script', then what secret is left? Its out there . . . so why can't a select few of us, a sample audience if you will, be selected to do likewise?

Because it's a legal thing. Non-Disclosure agreements are the big thing. Remember when Admin said that his hands were tied due to non-disclosure agreements. Its meant to protect property rights and such. So, unless someone scans the entire script and puts it up for illegal download, we'll never get to read it.

One other note, if you're a writer or movie producer, would you really want your story being posted all over the internet for people to read before the movie is even made? Reminds me of a great scene:

Dark Helmet: How can there be a video cassette of Voltron the Movie, we're still in the middle of writing the script.

Col Sanderz: That's true sir, but there's been a breakthrough in home video marketing. Instant cassettes.

Okay - so that means then this 'could' be a bogus script we're talking about, which takes me back to my original thoughts from the beginning - relying on a Review and his/her comments on a script THEY supposedly have, however no one else does?

I smell a robeast . . .

Cowgirl once said that its possible this whole thing is a rouse, meant to get people talking about Voltron. If that's the case, it certainly has worked.

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Originally posted by Princess AlluraP:

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Originally posted by KiethBlackLion:

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Originally posted by Princess AlluraP:
And what's worse . . . if a reviewer has supposedly 'read the script', then what secret is left? Its out there . . . so why can't a select few of us, a sample audience if you will, be selected to do likewise?

Because it's a legal thing. Non-Disclosure agreements are the big thing. Remember when Admin said that his hands were tied due to non-disclosure agreements. Its meant to protect property rights and such. So, unless someone scans the entire script and puts it up for illegal download, we'll never get to read it.

One other note, if you're a writer or movie producer, would you really want your story being posted all over the internet for people to read before the movie is even made? Reminds me of a great scene:

Dark Helmet: How can there be a video cassette of Voltron the Movie, we're still in the middle of writing the script.

Col Sanderz: That's true sir, but there's been a breakthrough in home video marketing. Instant cassettes.

Okay - so that means then this 'could' be a bogus script we're talking about, which takes me back to my original thoughts from the beginning - relying on a Review and his/her comments on a script THEY supposedly have, however no one else does?

I smell a robeast . . .

Cowgirl once said that its possible this whole thing is a rouse, meant to get people talking about Voltron. If that's the case, it certainly has worked.

What I meant was those of us not affiliated with the industry won't get to see the script. The script reviewer, and other sites and reviewers just like him, or within the industry. The companies they work for have deals that allow them to read the scripts and review them, to generate interest in the movie. But they are more than likely under contract that restricts what they are allowed to reveal about the script. Honestly, Latinreview.com could take the scripts that are sent to them and post the entire thign if they wanted to, but there would be serious legal repurcussions involved.

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Originally posted by KiethBlackLion:
On a more peaceful note, maybe some website banners and buttons with saying like

"SAVE THE SCRIPT!"

^ There's a start.

Nice, Nicole. Nice