Alright, it’s been a while, so here’s an update. I decided to try both options for Resolve. I tried TheAlaskanSandman’s method of using Handbrake and converting the files to mp4, and I also bit the bullet and bought EaseFab in its entirety, which means I also got the file converted to DNxHD 1080p. Between the two, I found the DNxHD file ran with Resolve perfectly, while the mp4 file, for whatever reason, was ridiculously slow to the point where my computer couldn’t catch up. So, I’m sticking with the DNxHD.
As for the deleted scenes, it’s a long story. I PM’d HAL9000, and while I did get the links, unfortunately, he doesn’t have all of the scenes. I’m still waiting to see which scenes are available because the Schorman HD files I downloaded this week exceeded my quota on Google Drive (Patience, my young padawan, patience). HAL informed me that he got the files from DrDre, so I decided to PM DrDre, and even more unfortunately, he doesn’t have the links anymore. So, for the time being, things are looking grim on the deleted scenes. I won’t know what scenes I do have until I’m allowed back onto Google Drive, but that’s the situation.
In the meantime, though, I’m having a blast going back and re-editing the DNxHD to a very close approximation of the DVD file I used when I was editing on Shotcut. I’m cutting out Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon and Jar Jar’s underwater adventure as I type this.
(The reason is because MP4 movie files are compressed files, while DNxHD is a codec meant for post production. Like Apple Prores files, they’re much larger, but offer more stability for you NLE. With any compressed footage, such as Mp4, H.264, AVCHD, etc, it will hinder your NLE, forcing the system to work harder with what it’s given. They’re are not ideal for in-depth editing, such as color grading or compositing.
If you do not plan to do any major editing, as in just piecing clips together, then MP4 files are fine. Anything beyond that, you’re better off with DNxHD or Prores.)
This is apparently why. Had me curious as im learning some of these things too. Good to know so when i do AOTC or any new scenes, itd be good for me to do the same. Ill have to see if that works in After Effects.