Hollywood Producer: "Halo is the Star Wars of our generation" (Great A

Hey guys, just sharing info as usual, so sorry if old. I came across this, and it makes alot of sense, people flock to halo like they did to star wars back in the day. This is an interview with the writer and producer of the "Pirates of the Carribbean" movies, who thinks Halo is like our generations "Star Wars" Now i know you might not like the game, but this article, and thread is not about that. Do you think Halo is as popular in our generation, as Star Wars was in the 70s and 80s?? If not, what would you consider the "star wars of our gen"?? (PLEASE READ THE ARTICLE FIRST, THAT WAY YOU DONT EMBARASS YOURSELF :P )

"To anyone who hasn't logged onto Xbox Live to fight multiplayer battles as Master Chief, Beattie explained his obsession with the source material. "It's massive," he said. "It's like our generation's Star Wars. The whole Halo nation that's out there, and a 100,000-year history of the Halo universe, it's just breathtaking and so much fun to play in that sandbox. I've read every book, played every game, every graphic novel. It's just a fun world to be in."

LINKY

People skip mass effect so easily. But don't you think he is just saying this to hype the movie?

We need a Halo movie, damn it.Stevo_the_gamer

Saying Halo is on the same level as Star Wars is the same thing as saying Hannah Montana is as big as The Beatles.

Slashkice

Yeah they should so they can butcher it like every other game to movie. Halo doesnt have the impact the Star Wars had in its time. Star Wars Visuals still astound me today and the movie is from the 70's -80's. Halo is just Trash wrap.Rza_rectah

I think that should go to Mass Effect. That is a sci-fi epic of this geniration. It actually has deep characters and deep story. Even a tiny bit of redemption depending on the path you went. Im talking about sarren(i think thats how you spell it) in case some of you didint know.

We need a Halo movie, damn it.Stevo_the_gamer

[QUOTE="Rza_rectah"]Yeah they should so they can butcher it like every other game to movie. Halo doesnt have the impact the Star Wars had in its time. Star Wars Visuals still astound me today and the movie is from the 70's -80's. Halo is just Trash wrap.Stevo_the_gamer

I think that should go to Mass Effect. That is a sci-fi epic of this geniration. It actually has deep characters and deep story.

finalfantasy94

[QUOTE="Slashkice"]

Saying Halo is on the same level as Star Wars is the same thing as saying Hannah Montana is as big as The Beatles.

navyguy21

I think that should go to Mass Effect. That is a sci-fi epic of this geniration. It actually has deep characters and deep story. Even a tiny bit of redemption depending on the path you went. Im talking about sarren(i think thats how you spell it) in case some of you didint know.

finalfantasy94

[QUOTE="navyguy21"][QUOTE="Slashkice"]

Saying Halo is on the same level as Star Wars is the same thing as saying Hannah Montana is as big as The Beatles.

supercubedude64

I'm not sure about that either, but hey!! he's entitled to his own opinion as much as those who don't agree with that guy.

[QUOTE="finalfantasy94"]

I think that should go to Mass Effect. That is a sci-fi epic of this geniration. It actually has deep characters and deep story.

Stevo_the_gamer

Meh when I compare stories and characters in a game thats what I use for my source of judgement.THe game world.If you cant grip me with the main source of the material then when should I bother reading novels. Thats like if star wars 4-6 was crap movies,but they were like "wait wait wait read this novel about what happens afterwards" I wouldn't bother. If you cant give me the deep story or even deep characters from the source material and expect me to read a novel to get that then you fail. Unless the novel is where it all started then thats a different story.

[QUOTE="finalfantasy94"]

I think that should go to Mass Effect. That is a sci-fi epic of this geniration. It actually has deep characters and deep story. Even a tiny bit of redemption depending on the path you went. Im talking about sarren(i think thats how you spell it) in case some of you didint know.

Rza_rectah

Star Wars was a cultural phenomenon that came out of nowhere and left an indelible mark on society. I don't think Halo is at that point now and I don't think a Halo movie is going to propel it anywhere near the mythical level Star Wars reached.supercubedude64

mmm if he's tryin to get a Halo movie done, he should look at Halo Wars' cinematics as how to do it properly; No live action or it will be terrible and cheesy. CGI or leave it alone.DeadMagazines

[QUOTE="Rza_rectah"][QUOTE="finalfantasy94"]

I think that should go to Mass Effect. That is a sci-fi epic of this geniration. It actually has deep characters and deep story. Even a tiny bit of redemption depending on the path you went. Im talking about sarren(i think thats how you spell it) in case some of you didint know.

walkingdream

[QUOTE="Stevo_the_gamer"]We need a Halo movie, damn it.Pandajerk29

Nah, WiiFit is the Star Wars of gaming.IronBass

he means in terms of rich lore/sci fi adventure feel etc. jg4xchamp

That's exactly why WiiFit is the Star wars of gaming :P

[QUOTE="jg4xchamp"] he means in terms of rich lore/sci fi adventure feel etc. IronBass

[QUOTE="walkingdream"][QUOTE="Rza_rectah"] that would make much more sense but he is talking about icons, success, cult followings. Halo is just overratted. I'd say Harry potter or LOTR would be comparions to Star Wars NOT halo. Those movies may not be Sci fi but they are huge blockbusters like star wars.Rza_rectah

Your joking right? The only reason GTA sold more is due to it being on many more platforms......Stop Hating on Halo just because you can! I'm a PC Gamer to but it just flicks my switch when people decide to Randomly yell HALO IS OVERRATED for no apparent reason other than hoping to dull it's popularity. Sigh....so sick of Halo Haters....

that better have been sarcasm :|jg4xchamp

[QUOTE="Pandajerk29"]

[QUOTE="Stevo_the_gamer"]We need a Halo movie, damn it.ArisShadows

Game based movies that were good (IMO):

Mortal Kombat (pt 1)

Street Fighter... (the animated movie lol)

Silent Hill

I think that should go to Mass Effect. That is a sci-fi epic of this geniration. It actually has deep characters and deep story. Even a tiny bit of redemption depending on the path you went. Im talking about sarren(i think thats how you spell it) in case some of you didint know.

finalfantasy94

To young to remember the Halo 2 hype and launch? Halo 3 Couldn't even touch it, If Halo 2 had of been amazing then their is no doubt in my mind it would be just as big as Harry Potter or LOTR.walkingdream

Game based movies that were good (IMO):

Mortal Kombat (pt 1)

Street Fighter... (the animated movie lol)

Silent Hill

GreenGoblin2099

[QUOTE="navyguy21"][QUOTE="Slashkice"]

Saying Halo is on the same level as Star Wars is the same thing as saying Hannah Montana is as big as The Beatles.

supercubedude64

I don't consider the Matrix really the same as Star Wars. Sure, they're both Sci-fi, but one's a straight up space opera, and the other's a science fiction adventure film with some philosphical elements. They're like apples and oranges.

But in terms of the overall context of its respective subgenre, I feel this person is right to some degree. I mean, has there been something as big and prominent as Halo (that is to say in the space faring Star Trek-esque genre of sci-fi this generation?

Game based movies that were good (IMO):

Mortal Kombat (pt 1)

Street Fighter... (the animated movie lol)

Silent Hill

[QUOTE="walkingdream"][QUOTE="Rza_rectah"] I dont really get what you are trying to say. Im 22 i remember halo 2 like it was yesterday back in 04. GTA:SA out shined that game heavily.

Rza_rectah

[QUOTE="Rza_rectah"][QUOTE="walkingdream"] Yet it held the Record for the most copies sold in 24 hours and biggest pre orders ever in the industry entertainment.......that is till Halo 3 came along, and made more money but sold less in the 24 hour period. Your joking right? The only reason GTA sold more is due to it being on many more platforms......Stop Hating on Halo just because you can! I'm a PC Gamer to but it just flicks my switch when people decide to Randomly yell HALO IS OVERRATED for no apparent reason other than hoping to dull it's popularity. Sigh....so sick of Halo Haters....walkingdream

and 17 millionGTA: SA copies vs 8 million halo copies.....

No. The best bet for "Star Wars of this generation" is Harry Potter. Good series, good stories, same basic SW formula.

Infact, HP's plot is much better than the SW movies, and i love SW.

Halo is a big video game, but it no where near has the same cultural signifigance of SW, HP, or others. I mean Deathly Hallows sold like 11 million copies in 24 hours. At least Harry Potter also gets people reading. HP also has a much better plot than Halo, but they shouldn't even be compared really. HP is more epic, and drawn out than a 4hour single player campaign really can be.

[QUOTE="walkingdream"]

[QUOTE="Rza_rectah"] My reasons are apparent since i played the game and I think there are far better games out there. GTA: was released on the ps 2 as a timed exclusive. much more people anticipated that game at launch than Halo 2. I can Hate any game i choose if i dont like but some one else screams its the best thing ever i have a right to voice my opinion and you cant silence it.Rza_rectah

the figures i poseted were for the ps 2 alonenot combined.

[QUOTE="Stevo_the_gamer"]We need a Halo movie, damn it.Pandajerk29

No. The best bet for "Star Wars of this generation" is Harry Potter. Good series, good stories, same basic SW formula.

Infact, HP's plot is much better than the SW movies, and i love SW.

Halo is a big video game, but it no where near has the same cultural signifigance of SW, HP, or others. I mean Deathly Hallows sold like 11 million copies in 24 hours. At least Harry Potter also gets people reading. HP also has a much better plot than Halo, but they shouldn't even be compared really. HP is more epic, and drawn out than a 4hour single player campaign really can be.

darth-pyschosis