I’m not a strict purist, so I don’t mind the idea of older films being tweaked or visually polished in small ways
I’ve changed my mind since I wrote this. I want all the original compositing work, too. As much as I love D+77 and Despecialized, you’re aware as you’re watching them that they’re hybrid versions, and it’s apparent when they switch between original and SE sources. I don’t mind things like mild DNR or AI processing to enhance an image as long as the sources are theatrically authentic. In particular, I really like 4K83 Remastered for that reason.