ST Harrison Ford (Han Solo) in TFA

Seriously, are they going to put Harrison Ford on the press junket for this movie? If he pull that off enthusiastically then he deserves an honorary Oscar. Even The Avengers dudes are totally screwing it up right now.

 

Good point, but not always the case. Mark Hamill, Clive Barker, Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell were absolute gentlemen and Campbell is hilarious.

 

"Marry you? Your dad tortured me and didn't even ask me any questions, then he froze me in carbonite so I could be shipped off to Jabba. If you think I'm marrying into your family, you're crazy sister."

 

Not a clue. I just know the story, as it has been relayed to me several times, included Harrison being helicoptered in, acting grumpy, and them subsequently changing filming locations based on his preferences.

*EDIT* Here is the abridged version of what happened from the horse's mouth...can't figure out how to upload screenshots of a text from my computer so here's a transcript (tagged as "spoilers" for language, even though it is redacted):

Spoiler

Me: What's the deal with your buddy Harrison Ford not wanting to shoot at the farm? Came up in a discussion about him being an ***hole...

Friend: He's a ****. It's the truth.

Me: LMAO. What did he do? Get off the helicopter, shake his head, and get back on?

Friend: He had lunch with Tom Clancy, the author, who was also a world class dbag, the day before. Clancy lived next door and Ford wanted to get away from him.

 

Hi everyone,

I have posted this elsewhere and in this forum and was just interested in what others thought on this idea. I've been a Star Wars fan since A New Hope came out. Anyway, regarding Han's role in the new trilogy. I have seen all the rumors that he may not make it out of Force Awakens for various reasons, though I really hope that isn't true. I just think it would hinder the movie (Disneys first one with Lucasfilm). To me, I think it is important to keep the OT characters alive somewhere.

Anyway, what if JJ and company simply have Han bring in the new characters and simply walk off. If Ford does not want to be in anymore, have Han simply toss the Falcon keys to Poe, or whoever, say his peace, and walk off into retirement, (or work things out with Leia, etc.); in other words, save Han just write him out. The character lives on and would be available for a possible cameo later in 8 and/or 9. Same thing goes for the other OT characters. Just my thought. I hope JJ and company at least consider this if Han, Luke, Leia, etc. are only in episode 7. Just an idea. ​

 

LOL. Never say never always back fires.

 

Thank you.

 

I much rather Han die. I understand people not wanting to lose an OT character but giving the new series an emotional depth to it and an iconic moment wouldn't be a bad thing.

 

Anyway, so regarding Harrison Ford and not Han Solo...I love Harrison Ford as an actor. I love his voice. He would've done some good voiceovers. He's actually very funny in some interviews and has loosened up quite a bit over the years.

However, and this is a BIG however, when I saw him pierce Jimmy Kimmel's ears on Kimmel's show, that was just WEIRD. Harrison might be able to do that to someone, but I don't think that he should be doing that. Ear piercing license anyone? Doctor's license anyone?

 

I would also be nervous about meeting Harrison Ford out of fear it might not be the best experience thus sullying what I felt about one of my idols. Same goes for George Lucas. I'd just would want to fall at his feet. The guy essentially made my childhood. Some of the videos I've seen of George before fans was that he was either indifferent or ill-at-ease. I'd rather avoid meeting my idols.

Which reminds me of an incident when one of my very favorite bands came to town and was playing at a venue 2 blocks from my apartment. I got to talk to the band before and after the show, since it was an intimate performance. One of the two core band members was totally indifferent and bored when I was complementing him on the show. He wouldn't even look me in the eye. In fact, he was almost argumentative. I was really hurt. Sure, everyone is human and can have a bad day, but the guy was a total jerk. I felt like I wanted to throw out all their albums and not listen to them again. I gradually overcame the experience, but I'd rather have not met him since it really affected how I felt about him and the band for quite awhile.

 

Harrison also has social anxiety, I watched him on "Inside The Actors Studio" and he looked terrified.

Social anxiety can really change a person and just because someone is a celebrity/performer does not mean they can't suffer from this.

Honestly, not sure if I could handle the fact you can not go to the grocery store without a fan approaching you.

 

My mom always said performers used to always take something before they went on to ease their anxiety. Whether or not this is the case with Harrison and others, who knows?

I cannot judge and it's unfortunate folks met him under bad circumstances.

Me, I'd rather meet Han.

 

I performed for years, did not take a thing I just suffered through the performance anxiety

Harrison is fine acting in films it is the people anxiety he has when on press junkets and stuff like that. I feel sorry for the guy as he is an introvert at heart.

Does not mean he should have chosen a different profession- he loves acting just not the constant attention.

 

Still do.

 

Good job Darthmomm and well said.

No need for resorting to drugs I am sure anyone\everyone would have some nervous tension \ butterflies before going onto a big stage.

Same with athletes before the game, until they get into their "zone" on the field and relax.

I am sure they same with performers until they get into their "zone" and relax.

There are also persons who love the spotlight and it doesn't bother them at all.

I could understand being in front of the media\reporters would give anyone apprehension also.

Reporters are like Politicians "they can't be trusted". Obi-Wan is so wise.

 

I've tried acting too and the only way I can is heavily making myself up into something else so I do not recognize myself, otherwise hello social anxiety.

Not saying everyone takes something (as I'm sure many do not), just throwing that out there.

 

I am a musician , did very little acting as I am not good at it....lol

Had some hairy moments as a vocalist though

Yes- zonegasm is a beautiful thing- hope to hit it this summer

 

Very well said.

 

The point of killing Han is that it gives the audience a sense that if this character can be killed off then everyone else is also in danger. Its a pretty simple concept and I wouldn't be surprised if we lose one of Finn, Rey or Poe early in Ep IX to hammer this into the audience.

 

If you watch Harrison's interviews you can always see him nervously stroking his chair.

 

Harrison comes off as aloof and arrogant in most of the interviews I have seen. And doesn't ever really want to talk Star Wars which I get, as he has become a global mega star. I'm just glad he agreed to be in this and look forward to him piloting the Falcon once again.

 

I hope Han Solo survives TFA.

 

Do you guys think Harrison Ford respect Star Wars more now?

Unlike Carrie Fisher, and Mark Hamill he is the least welcoming, it seems, but recently have his demeanor changed for the better?