A long time ago, in a 3-D galaxy far, far away... Yes, all six Star Wars films are going to be converted to 3-D and rereleased in theaters. Lucasfilm made the announcement on Wednesday, saying they will be converted and released in order, starting with episode one, The Phantom Menace, and ending with episode 6, Return of the Jedi. Industrial Light & Magic is supervising the conversion process, and promises it will be "cutting edge."
If done right, some of the lightsaber and other fight scenes could be pretty cool in 3-D. Hopefully they will avoid the problems that other film have experienced when converted 2-D to 3-D, most notably Clash of the Titans.
Lucasfilm hopes to have the movies released in theaters in 2012, which will coincide with the 35th anniversary of A New Hope. While we are skeptical of the quality of the 3-D conversion, if anyone will do it right it may be George Lucas and Lucasfilm. Plus what Star Wars fan won't jump at the chance to see all six movies back in theaters?
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