Urgent advice required..Which version for a first timer?
But now...
I have seen The Final Cut and am simply in love with it.
That's all very well but here's my problem...
In the next few days, I have organised a screening for some people who have NEVER seen this marvelous work of art and my question is this...
Should they be shown the original theatrical version complete with voice-over and happy ending OR the director's FINAL CUT???
The reason why I am conflicted (and haven't been able to sleep) is because I was raised on the theatrical version and LOVED it. But now I realise that it was flawed. Knowing what I know now, I feel that if I show them this version they will be deprived (bearing in mind that these will be people that probably only ever watch it once and I want them to have the best impression of the film possible). I no longer like the happy ending OR the narration and I'm confused!
On the one hand, if they see the original version they get the benefit of the narration which might give them a bit more structure and focus. On the other hand, if they see the Final Cut, they get to see it as close to perfection as possible AND get the Unicorn scene (which of course lends itself to the tantalising conundrum of Deckard maybe being a replicant himself)
I just want these people to have the best experience possible so ANYONE'S input would be more than welcome.
Cheers.