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Release: Oct 17, 2010 - Author: Jason - Translator: Tony Montana
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The complete intro can be found in Part 1 of this comparison.
Here just a couple of words how this comparison has been structured: first the content of the scene related to the differences that were made. The most important things, which are NOT related to some old missing scenes or some new scenes and which are things like alternate angles of the same scene, alternate order of the scenes with the same running time, are mentioned briefly and, if necessary, the impact of this is being described. Below this description one can the length of the Original Version & the Final Cut. Then a listing of the scene apart from all the alternate footage aditionally ONLY in one of the versions plus the lenght of the difference, as usual. Some examples for alternate footage with the same plot or increased special effects are being given here and there. Alternate footage, which really changes the content (e.g. the glider fight in the final sequence), is being mentioned without any exception of course. There's no time index of the whereabouts in the movie - it wouldn't make any sense because in a lot of cases it's pretty hard to define for the other version. As a result of that the info would be pretty unprecise, so we decided to go without it.
Compared are the Original Version of the Pilot, represented by the German DVD (FSK 16), and the Final Cut, also released by MGM/20th Century Fox and represented by the UK DVD (BBFC 15).
The final briefing of the Chulak mission, Ferretti's identification of the symbols and the trip to Chulak have the same structure in both versions, nevertheless both are different. Especially the briefing contains dozens of alternate shots of the people, which are shown momentarily, and alternate angles as well. The other two scenes contains less differences like that. Some already existing shots are longer in the Original Version.
Final Cut Hammond also says the enemy was in possession of a superior technology the humans didn't know about. 6.5 sec
Original Version Extended shot of Ferretti when he identifies the symbols of Chulak gate coordinates. 10 sec
Original Version General Hammond informs the SG-Team members that the transmitter codes for the Iris would be blocked forever after 24 hrs. and that it would be impossible to return then. 17 sec
Original Version Distance shot of the room with the gate, the vehicle keeps on driving to the gate. The screen display the molecular decomposition of the vehicle & the bodies of the passengers after passing the event horizon. 6 sec
The arrival at Chulak contains slight differences in the order of the scenes. Furthermore some alternate takes have been used, the content itself remains unchanged. No additional footage in either of the versions. Here it's getting more complicated: now a scene in the Original Version, which can be compared with the scene when the blond soldier is being picked up for the presentation. But this time it's Sha're being picked up by Teal'c. This scene doesn't excist in the Final Cut. Instead the Final Cut shows the presentation itself here, which appears later in the Original Version. Then the rest of the scene in front of the Stargate on Chulak in the Original Version. They start for checking out the recently discovered path. In comparison to the Final Cut, almost every shot is different. Sometimes it has been shot more distantly, sometimes less. Some alternate shots of the action/the people in it, additional footage hasn't been used in either of the versions.
Original Version Teal'c sneaks a peek at the kidnapped women in the room and he gets caught when he sees Sha're sitting there. He implies to take her with, the henchmen drag her out of there reluctantly. 16 sec
Then the presentation of Sha're as a host for the queen in the Original Version. The Final Cut lacks, as already mentioned before, Teal'c picking her up. Furthermore all nudity-containing shots have been replaced by way more family-friendly shots. In comparison to the Original Version, the order of some scenes has been changed plus some scenes are slightly shorter in the Final Cut. Finally, Teal'c's reaction to Amaunet's taking possession of Sha're is different in both versions. It makes much more sense in the Final Cut, especially in relation to the following development of the story.
Original Version Sha're is being dragged into the sanctuary. 4 sec
The infamous (partial) Full Frontal Nudity Scene: In the Final Cut, any scene of Sha're being totally nude/her breasts have been modified via zoom or have been completely removed.
Original Version Extended shot of the Goa'uld larva gliding out of Jamita. 4 sec
Final Cut Shot of Teal'c, he looks tense. 3 sec
Final Cut Same here, but this time closer. 3 sec Original Version Apophis seems to be relieved. 2.5 sec
In the Original Version, Teal'c doesn't seem to care about Sha're being taken in possession by Amaunet. In the Final Cut instead, he seems to be worried and shakes his head. A clear sign that he doesn't like what is going on.
The confrontataion with the believers and the banquet at the temple including the SG-Team being taken hostages by Apophis are contenual the same, but lots of alternate footage/takes have been used. Furthermore the Final Cut contains some extended scenes, which didn't happen very often so far.
Final Cut O'Neill asks Carter if the strangers had weapons, she replies they didn't. 3 sec
Final Cut Daniel says those were believers. 2 sec
Different color filter in the external shot of the temple to make it look more homogenously.
Final Cut Additional shot of the hosts coming down the stairs after their presentation. 2 sec
Final Cut A distance shot in the Final Cut, Sam also says "Unbelievable". Daniel adds that seemed to be hell of a banquet and they were expecting someone. 8 sec
Final Cut O'Neill also orders to look around. 3 sec
Final Cut Teal'c steps forward from the row to announce Apophis with a nice pitch. 10 sec
Final Cut The hosts welcome Apophis & and his entourage by bowing down. 2 sec
Final Cut Additional shot of O'Neill & Sam. 2 sec
Now a short cutscene of General Hammond & Samuels in the Original Version. This scene appears later in the Final Cut. To be exact, the cell sequence is being intercut by it. The Original Version is also longer here and slightly alternate footage has been used.
Original Version Hammond asks if the Stargate Center still got news from the SG-Teams when the Iris is closed. Samuels confirms and adds those news could also had been sent by the aliens. 9 sec
The beginning of the scene in the cell contains some alternate shots, but apart from that, it just attracts attention due to the strongly extended scenes in the Final Cut. As a result of that, the plot appears to be more logical. Furthermore the Original Version contains some unfortunate details, due to the missing footage (e.g. Daniel is not wearing glasses in the first shot, but in the next shot he is / in the last shot of O'Neill, Daniel partially appears in the image, then it's over). To sum it up one can say that the story line of the Final Cut is the better one here.
The parts of the following shot, which are written cursively, appear later, when the scene in the cell continues (right before the Goa'ulds enter the cell), in the Original Version. The running time of this footage has not been added to the running time of the extended scene in the Final Cut. The rest is Final Cut exclusive. Final Cut Now an extension: Daniel suddenly suffers aches and pains, so that he moans and bends. Sam takes him to the side and summarizes what has happened before. She accidentally calls the enemy Ra, that's why Daniel explains to her that was Apophis. He continues Ra was the god of the sun and Apophis the god of the snakes and the lord of the night and both were enemies. He finally says that was what's in the book of the dead at least. Daniel wants to dash off and search for Sha're, but Sam can hold him back and reminds him of her glowing eyes. Daniel comes up with a lame excuse, he says he could possibly be a drug. Sam rejects that resolutely and explains there was a parasit inside her body, just the same what had happened to Ra. Daniel still refuses to believe that. 34 sec
Final Cut O'Neill advises Daniel to rest. Then he asks Carter if she still had the transmitter, which is being confirmed. O'Neill explains they would presumably have to destroy it. 13.5 sec
Final Cut O'Neill adds it wasn't in her interest that Apocap controlled the transmitter. Sam explains Apophis still didn't have the code and there were half a million of perl mutations. O'Neill resigningly tells her to not take it personally, but the enemies seemed to be way smarter than themselves. 12.5 sec
Final Cut Teal'c leaves the cell. 6 sec
Final Cut O'Neill also says he liked him. Daniel asks rhetorically what kind of appearance that was and Jack replies he didn't know. He tells Skaara to come along, Daniel & Sam are confused and stay where they are. 20 sec
The cutscene in the camp is slightly alternate, but apart from that it's identical. Subsequent to that, the short conversation between General Hammond & Samuels in the Final Cut already shown up in the Original Version.
Now a more artifical-looking shot in the Final Cut, shot more distantly.
Final Cut The soldiers watch Kawalsky leaving angrily. 4 sec
The continuation of the scene in the cell, when the children of the gods are being chosen, contains dozens of alternate shots of all participants. In spite of the same story lines, the Original Version shows different people almost all the time. Furthermore the order of some shots has been changed and different angles for the same shot have been used as well. Generally, the Final Cut is more consolidated and better edited, redundant footage has been removed, the plot is more coherant.
Original Version Shot of O'Neill. 2 sec
Original Version Shot of the SG-1 Team. 3 sec
Original Version Additional shot of Teal'c stepping through the rows plus a shot of O'Neill. 5.5 sec
Final Cut A further child of Gods is being selected and taken away. Shot of gloomily-looking Sam and O'Neill. 7 sec
Final Cut Daniel's statement, that sth. of the host had to survive, is being responded to by the Goa'uld with the word "Nothing!" 2 sec
Final Cut The Goa'uld's wife looks around more precisely, then she pushes him away. Several shots of gloomily-looking Sam & Skaara and Daniel on the ground. 12.5 sec
Original Version O'Neill calls for Skaara more often, Sam & Daniel look horrified. 2.5 sec
Final Cut Additional shot of Teal'c looking insecure. 2 sec Final Cut Teal'c grimaces, reacts indecisively to Apophis' order to kill the other captives. 3 sec
Original Version Apophis & Sha're/Amaunet leave earlier. 3 sec
Original Version Extended shot of them leaving plus extended shot of the closing cell door. Then a shot of a captive. 4.5 sec
Original Version The gate finally closes, distance shot of Teal'c and the snake guards running to each other. 3 sec
Original Version Close-up of a luminous guard's eye, many captives hide behind the helpless-seeming SG-Team. 3.5 sec
Final Cut Shot of Sam & Daniel. 2 sec
The scene where O'Neill & Teal'c defeat the guards contains some single shots in a different order plus slightly different angles in the Final Cut. Apart from that, both version are identical. The beginning escape to the gate contains less noteworthy differences.
Final Cut Daniel regains consciousness. 2 sec
Final Cut Shot of still doubtfully-looking Teal'c. 3 sec
Original Version Additional shot of Teal'c and O'Neill. 3 sec
Original Version Additional shot of the escapees. 2.5 sec
Final Cut Sam asks Teal'c why he had gotten involved in it. Teal'c replies the Goa'ulds were nothing but conquerers and not worth being worshipped and receiving sacrifices. He adds humans were the first who had almost the power the Goa'ulds had. Daniel doesn't understand, Teal'c continues they were strong, probably strong enough to destroy the Goa'ulds. O'Neill & the rest of the crew notice a louder-getting conversation. One of the two gliders flies above the group. 22.5 sec
The spaceship's approaching at the Stargate has been split up in the Original Version, the group's/groups' dropping off in front of the gate appears later. It is a non-interruptable scene in the Final Cut, that's why it's going to be mentioned like that in the following. Group's/groups' because in the Original Version, the Goa'uld, Skaara and Apophis and his entourage are being dropped off in front of the gate, just before Apophis and his entourage are being carried to the top. In the Final Cut, the Goa'uld's and the others' drop off in front of the gate is non-existent. Here the reediting of the plot in the Final Cut makes much more sense. In the Original Version, the other Goa'uld and Apophis come out of the same ship from time to time, which is really inappropriate. Moreover the Goa'uld, Skaara & Co. are being dropped off just in front of the Stargate. After a fight with the glider, O'Neill, the rest of the team and the escapees STILL encounter the group, who obviously couldn't make it to the gate in the Original Version, which is really really odd.
The effects of the Stargate-approaching ship, which is sth. undefinable in the Original Version and the Apohis' Al'kesh in the Final Cut, have been improved. Furthermore the Al'kesh is being attended by the two gliders in the Final Cut.
Original Version Two shots of some escapees. 4 sec
Original Version The Goa'uld, who has chosen Skaara, and his entourage are being dropped off in front of the gate. The second shot of the rings doesn't excist in the Final Cut because only Apophis and entourage are being dropped off in that version. The ring sequence, which shows Skaara's drop-off in the Original Version, has been used here. 18.5 sec
In the Original Version, the ship is being tranformed to the glider SG-1 is fighting with later. In the Final Cut, Al'kesh remains above the gate while the other gliders are moving on.
Due to the different situation with the ship/ Al'kesh in the Final Cut, the SG-Team & Teal'c have to deal with two gliders while it's just one in the Original Version. That's why all intercuts of the single glider have been replaced by shots of both in the Final Cut. The effects in the Final Cut have been improved because they were produced much later.
In the Original Version, the single glider attacks. In the Final Cut, it's two (logically).
Ditto. Moreover the improved laser effects can be recognized pretty good.
Again a single glider in the Original Version and two in the Final Cut. In the Original Version, the glider returns and reattacks. In the Final Cut, the second glider makes a tricky maneuver.
Different footage of the approaching glider.
In the Original Version, the hits ricochet at the shell of the glider. The glider fires back at the people and causes explosions on the gound in an additional shot. In the Final Cut, a wing of the glider gets hit by a laser ray, the glider produces a lot of smoke while it's sinking slowly. The second glider keeps on shooting with no mercy.
Shot of the glider in the Original Version. In the Final Cut, the sinking glider still produces smoke and the other one performs a twist of 180 degrees.
Now the scene with Apophis opening a wormhole at the gate in the Original Version. Basically the same in the Final Cut, but the beginning of the first shot, where Apophis & Sha're/Amaunet are on his way to the gate, appears earlier (the scene has been split up in two in the Final Cut). The Original Version is longer in the existing shots. Original Version Shot of the Skaara Fraction. 2.5 sec
Final Cut SG-2 arrives on the hill and duck. 2 sec
Different footage of the reapproaching glider.
Final Cut Kawalsky gives the order to (re)adjust. 1.5 sec
Different footage of the firing glider being under attack.
Final Cut The order to shoot is being issued. 1.5 sec
Original Version The explosion of the glider in a closer askance shot. 1.5 sec
Final Cut Addtional shot of Apophis & Sha're/Amaunet insecure-looking to the crash site before they go to the gate (the shot of them turning around in front of the gate and looking back was also in the Original Version, directly after the collison of the exploding glider). The Al'kesh turns around and leaves. 12 sec
The finale sequence in front of the gate has been cut very differently in the Final Cut. Again dozens of alternate shots. Another aspect is that the order of the scenes has been entirely changed, a lot of the pace-reducing footage has been removed to make the showdown more compact. That's why a lot of the footage refering to these scenes have been converted. In the Final Cut, the Goa'uld soldiers attack right after Skaara's disappearance. At the end of the showdown, the violence has been slightly reduced by editing the footage. Actually, that can only be recognized by comparing it directly.
Original Version Closer shot of the Skaara Fraction going to the Stargate. 3 sec
Original Version Additional shot of Teal'c & O'Neill, then the Stargate Center. Samuels comes into Hammond's office and explains the 24 hrs. were run out and Stargate was ready for closure, the only thing he had to do was giving the order. Hammond asks for a further minute. Then Chulak again, the guards on the hill recognize advancing Goa'uld soldiers with the binoculars. 40.5 sec
Original Version Extended shot of Daniel looking for the note with the gate coordinates, the arriving enemy is still being watched by the guards with the binoculars. 10 sec
Original Version The soldier transmitts to Kawalsky that it was an entire battalion, approx. 400 meters distance. Then they take their position. 4.5 sec
Original Version Daniel can't still find the coordinates, Sam tells him to hurry. 4 sec
Original Version Comepletely missing in the Final Cut: Samuels presses General Hammond to make a decision, so he gives the order to seal the gate and block the transmitter. 17.5 sec
Final Cut Directly after the wormhole at the gate on Chulak opened, we see the Stargate Center, where the hole is open now as well. A nice littly "double effect". 1.5 sec
Original Version Samuels informs Hammond about the open wormhole on the other side. The General changes his already-given orders. 12 sec
Original Version Shot of the closed gate. 2 sec
Original Version The Iris of the gate opens. 3 sec
Final Cut Kawalsky tells Carter to get her people out of there at once, then he leaves his cover. Sam asks Daniel to give her a minute before he sends the first escapees through, then he goes down the stairs. 6 sec
Original Version Kawalsky pushes the button a third time, followed by further explosions and dying enemies. 3 sec
Original Version Graphical shot of an escaping woman being killed by a laser ray in the back. 3 sec
Final Cut An escapee starts to pick up stones. 3 sec
Final Cut The escapee tosses the stones to the enemies, O'Neill watches excitedly. 3.5 sec
Final Cut After a slow motion shot of a dying Goa'uld, who gets shot by Casey's gun fire in the Original Version, the escapee seems to be delighted and O'Neill says "Cool!" 2 sec
Original Version Somebody warns against further enemies on the left flank (from the off). They storm to the gate immediately and start shooting. 5.5 sec
Almost at the end of the finale sequence, two killing scenes have been edited to make it more family-friendly.
Original Version Additional shot of Casey going down. 1.5 sec
Final Cut Kawalsky raises, pulls a weapon and starts shooting at the enemies. 3 sec
Original Version Earlier attack of a Goa'uld soldier from the back by the remaining escapee. 2.5 sec
Original Version The larva of the killed Goa'uld soldier comes out of its host's belly, gets Kawalsky's neck and takes possession of him. Due to the fact the Final Cut was supposed to work as a stand-alone movie, the end shouldn't be too open. That's why the versions are different here. 7.5 sec
Original Version Shot of Harriman and a pan shot of the astonished-looking General. Carter goes to Teal'c, who passes him his weapon. 8 sec
Original Version The effect of the trip in the wormhole has been added here. 7 sec Different order of the scenes plus alternate angles at the Stargate Center. The scenes with the Goa'uld possessed by Kawalsky have been removed for the already explained reason.
Original Version Shot of the ramp with the save escapees and Sam & O'Neill are right in the middle of it. 3 sec
Original Version Shot of Sam and Daniel. 2.5 sec
Original Version Extended shot of Kawalsky bending on the ramp. O'Neill wants to know if everything was fine, what is being confirmed by Kawalsky who sounds more or less convincing. 12 sec
Original Version Kawalsky looks up the gate, comes down the ramp, rests in front of the camera and gets the Goa'uld-typical glowing in his eyes before the credits start. 15 sec
The credits are different in both versions. In the Original Version, the credits are being displayed one by one (like in the following series). The Final Cut contains continous credits and some notes about the restauration team. Furthermore the credits contain a dedication note to the late Don S. Davis.
Final Cut Before the actual credits begin, a dedication note to the late Don S. Davis (General Hammond), who died in 2008. 6 sec
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