Star Wars III

Kyle attended the Premier of Star Wars III this Thursday. He had a great time. We arrived in our room at the Argent Hotel on Wedsday night. There was a gift package of candy, game passes, and tickets. We received our invitation and directions to the VIP Party, Premier, and Post-Premier party. Thursday morning we spent time looking around the hotel, visited the Buena Vista Gardens, and checked out the Metreon. The Metreon is this large complex of stores, movie theaters, and activities. We spent time at the Portal, a gaming venue. Kyle's pass allowed us to try out several of the games.



We went back to our room, changed and returned for the VIP party at 4:30. This was a small party with many of the individuals dressed as the characters from the movie. We also met the two other families that were there as guests of Make a Wish. One child from the bay area and another from Tokyo. There was plenty of snacks and drinks. One of the robots came over and talked to Kyle.


We were offered the opportunity to meet George Lucas before the movie. We were taken to a private area where he greeted Kyle and signed his Star Wars book.


The characters began walking the guests to the movie theater. We took an elevator and were able to sit up by the projection booth. We saw the digital version which several people who had seen both versions said was better. The movie is full of actions and moves at a rapid pace. Both Kyle and I enjoyed it.
After the movie was over we went to the premier party. All of the people who were there for the premier were invited to that party. A much bigger crowd. They had a row of video monitors set-up so that guests could play the new game that goes with the movie. There was a lot of food and beverages. Kyle spent most of the time playing the game while dad eat and quenched his thirst. Met a number of nice people at both parties. A young and family oriented group. Kyle and I left feeling satisfied with the whole evening.