I think this is where 4K77 and Despecialized can be different.
4K77 is strictly print based, it’s what a original Technicolor print would look like projected. And I think correcting some of the color imbalances from the inconsistent Technicolor process would be acceptable. Using reel by reel correction to keep it “authentic”
Then Despecialized should be Bluray based and be what we would expect a propper o-neg based restoration to be. So shot to shot correction to correct inconsistent color timing, removing heavy print grain and adding light negative grain where applicable. Basically what the BR would look like if it was done properly.
Right. That’s a good description of the project goals. That said, they’re both in a kind of middle-zone right now!
Despecialized is now a bit dated compared to ESB and Jedi, containing some GOUT and Harmy’s older, still impressive rotoscoping. Likewise, the DNR 4K77 is something beyond the ‘as projected’ aim without attempting to be blu-ray quality. IMO, it’s not too far off from the quality of some old ‘HDTV’ restorations (probably derived from transfers made for DVD).