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ST Chewbacca / Peter Mayhew in Ep. VII

Discussion in 'Sequel Trilogy' started by Echo-07, Sep 15, 2013.

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  1. Echo-07

    Echo-07 Jedi Master star 4

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    I can't believe there isn't a thread about this:

    http://www.starwars7news.com/2013/09/the-millennium-falcon-rumors-chewbacca.html#more

    Firstly, congratulations Peter, get well soon!

    Secondly, so Chewie -- Peter Mayhew -- just had his much needed double knee replacement surgery. It no doubt will require a lot of rehab.

    Does this affect PW's ability to start filming in January?

    I have no doubt he'll be back -- and we suspect that there will be a Han Solo spinoff, surely Peter will be playing Chewie in that as well -- but I'm not sure his knees will be fully recovered. He does have about 3 months to rehab.

    At any rate, have a great recovery, Peter!!!

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  2. Darth Claire

    Darth Claire Force Ghost star 5

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    Get well soon, man
     
  3. Lando Swarm

    Lando Swarm Jedi Master star 2

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    All the best Mr Mayhew! Get well soon
     
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  4. Pro Scoundrel

    Pro Scoundrel Modercreeper Is Always Watching star 6 Staff Member Manager

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    Best wishes on a speedy recovery Peter!
     
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  5. Darth Chiznuk

    Darth Chiznuk Superninja of Future Films star 8 Staff Member Manager

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    I'm sure he'll be up and running and ready to rip someone's arms out of their sockets when filming rolls around. Get well soon and best wishes, Mighty Chewbacca!
     
  6. DARTHKANISS

    DARTHKANISS Jedi Grand Master star 1

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    Get well soon mate.
     
  7. Bullhead CIty

    Bullhead CIty Jedi Master star 3

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    He lives about 40 minutes from me. Ironically, the area he lives in is somewhat reminiscent of Kashyyyk.

    Get well big guy!!!
     
  8. A Chorus of Disapproval

    A Chorus of Disapproval Head Admin & TV Screaming Service star 10 Staff Member Administrator

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    Not trying to be heartless but the reason there probably wasn't a thread about this is because a thread like this belongs in SWCommunity. Your heart's in the right place and I'm sure the argument would turn out to be "But this effects Episode VII" so we'll let it run its course, but threads like this should be in SWC when you get an itch to start one. That said...

    Get well, famous JCer! Peter Mayhew
     
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  9. DARTHVENGERDARTHSEAR

    DARTHVENGERDARTHSEAR Force Ghost star 5

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    It couldn't have been easy for a big guy like him to walk around with bad knees. I wonder how long it takes for a surgery like this to heal.
     
  10. LunarMoth

    LunarMoth Jedi Master star 4

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    All the best to my tall hairy friend. Get well quickly and fully!
     
  11. JediKnightOB1

    JediKnightOB1 Jedi Grand Master star 5

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    Get well soon.
     
  12. JediGirl_Angelina

    JediGirl_Angelina Jedi Grand Master star 3

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    Best wishes! *rawr*
     
  13. TCF-1138

    TCF-1138 Anthology/Fan Films/NSA Mod & Ewok Enthusiast star 6 Staff Member Manager

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    Get well mr. Mayhew. May the Force be with you!
     
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  14. Ryus

    Ryus Jedi Master star 4

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    The fan support will be with him, always
     
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  15. Graphic

    Graphic Jedi Master star 2

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    Let the Wookie win! Best wishes Peter [face_peace]
     
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  16. StoneRiver

    StoneRiver Force Ghost star 4

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    I wish Peter a very speedy recovery and my heartfelt best wishes. There is only one Chewbacca.

    Keeping this thread related to EPVII - I have a bad feeling about this :( I think we're gonna see another actor take over the famous role. (Especially in the proposed Han Solo origins spin off)
     
  17. Taalon

    Taalon Jedi Knight

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    I have to agree, I want Peter to get well and lead a long healthy existence but it does not bode well for his chances to appear as our favorite walking carpet in EpVII. I hope he kicks ass during his rehab!
     
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  18. Rancorrr

    Rancorrr Jedi Padawan

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  19. The_Riddler

    The_Riddler Jedi Master star 3

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    Not trying to be heartless but the reason there probably wasn't a thread about this is because a thread like this belongs in SWCommunity. Your heart's in the right place and I'm sure the argument would turn out to be "But this effects Episode VII" so we'll let it run its course, but threads like this should be in SWC when you get an itch to start one. That said...

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    this.

    Anyhow, Get well soon Mr Mayhew
     
  20. Sarge

    Sarge Chosen One star 10

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    I don't know, walk casual!

    Get well soon, Mr Mayhew.

    If worst comes to worst, maybe Andy Serkis could do it. He's the best at body language and movement; I bet he could study the films and learn to move like Chewie. Of course, they'd have to use some of the LotR film tricks to stretch him up to the proper height. But I bet Mayhew would still do the close ups so we'll get his eyes even if he can't walk. But for the love of Kashyyyk, please don't just stick some tall guy in the costume and expect him to be Chewbacca!
     
  21. Count Yubnub

    Count Yubnub Force Ghost star 5

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    Get well Peter!

    As for replacing him, I don't know. Lucas is pretty clear that only Mayhew could play Chewbacca (at 1:22):

    and I assume that TPTB will honor that. But even if Mayhew couldn't do it, there are alternatives to replacing him; for instance, have only sitting-down parts for Chewbacca. Or use Mayhew for closeups and a stand-in for full-body shots.
     
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  22. I Are The Internets

    I Are The Internets Shelf of Shame Host star 9 VIP - Game Host

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    Get better soon...or else.
     
  23. Darth Claire

    Darth Claire Force Ghost star 5

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    While I hope Mayhew returns, I think we should prepare ourselves for the possibility of him not returning. I mean the dude is old and apparantly not in good health, he might not feel up to returning. Anywho....there are tons of tall actors out there who can do the job (like get the guy who played the Mountain or The Hound on Game of Thrones. Those dudes are beasts!), and just have them be mentored by Mayhew on how to be Chewbacca well. It'll be a very simple recast IMO.
    *gets ready to be torn apart by fanboys*
     
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  24. Darth Chiznuk

    Darth Chiznuk Superninja of Future Films star 8 Staff Member Manager

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    This. And I believe they tried to replace Mayhew with another tall guy for a few shots in ESB and it simply didn't work. Mayhew is as important to his character as any of the other actors are to theirs.
     
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  25. TheTwinSuns

    TheTwinSuns Jedi Master star 3

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    While I partly agree with you, what if they work it into the story? What if he doesn't have to run around? Say, in the movie he might be missing a leg or something. Or they could have Peter for shots when Chewie is sitting down, and then they can get a different actor for when he is in motion.
     
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