American Graffiti Despecialized — Page 2

SpacemanDoug said:

Not sure if you could tell, but this is a movie I care very deeply about and remains one of my favorites of all time so whenever someone is getting involved in a project around it, I like to help and provide input.

I’m the same! American Graffiti is amongst my all time favourites, on some days topping the list! Thank you so much for your help so far! It’s nice to know there are others who value this movie as much as I do.

I’ll grab a copy of the DVD and have a play with those opening titles in the coming days once my other work clears. Cheers!

SpacemanDoug said:

One thing I’d also like to see is a restored version of the 1978 cut with the OG credits and Japanese laserdisc audio as its stereo mastering sounds better than what’s on the BD.

+1

Definitely!

SpacemanDoug said:

One thing I’d also like to see is a restored version of the 1978 cut with the OG credits and Japanese laserdisc audio as its stereo mastering sounds better than what’s on the BD.

That’s definitely something I’d love to do once I complete the 1973 reconstruction!

I’ve posted a video showing a bit more in depth as to my process and where I’m at.
https://youtu.be/LnUrOsU1pg4?si=htiMmqO-Xxj57J5K

SpacemanDoug said:

yellow05maze said:

I’ve posted a video showing a bit more in depth as to my process and where I’m at.
https://youtu.be/LnUrOsU1pg4?si=htiMmqO-Xxj57J5K

I sent you what you asked for

Cheers, thank you!

SpacemanDoug said:

How does it compare to the upscaled version?

Sorry, I haven’t had the chance to compare it yet! I’ll get back to you in the coming days. Cheers!

Does anyone know if there is a good preservation of the 1978 cut from the laserdisc. I have a rip of THX 1138. Sorry if this isn’t the proper thread to ask. The Japanese 1991-1992 audio is indeed less processed than the THX pressing of American Graffiti 1996 disc. or the 1998 cgi cut on the Signature. The transfer on that pan and scan is horrible though, on the Japanese laserdisc.

JadedSkywalker said:

Does anyone know if there is a good preservation of the 1978 cut from the laserdisc. I have a rip of THX 1138. Sorry if this isn’t the proper thread to ask. The Japanese 1991-1992 audio is indeed less processed than the THX pressing of American Graffiti 1996 disc. or the 1998 cgi cut on the Signature. The transfer on that pan and scan is horrible though, on the Japanese laserdisc.

I wish I knew… But on a quick search, I haven’t been able to find anything.

I have the non-upscaled 35mm telecine transfer. I wish I knew the original source of it. It was probably transferred during the pre-Blu-ray days. The file size is 2.7 GB. I kind of prefer it to the upscale because it’s un-futzed with. I also like that the track is uncompressed, and in mono, naturally.

This is a project I was really hoping someone would undertake at some point. I know STAR WARS rules everything, that’s the reason why this site exists. But, AMERICAN GRAFFITI is in my personal Top 10 list of my favorite films – ever. Alongside other 70s films like THE GODFATHER, THE EXORCIST, THE CONVERSATION, CHINATOWN TAXI DRIVER, DAYS OF HEAVEN, APOCALYPSE NOW, among others.

If you need a copy of the non-upscaled 35mm telecine, shoot me a message. Also, I would love to see a version of this when you are ready to share it.

JCM said:

I have the non-upscaled 35mm telecine transfer. I wish I knew the original source of it. It was probably transferred during the pre-Blu-ray days. The file size is 2.7 GB. I kind of prefer it to the upscale because it’s un-futzed with. I also like that the track is uncompressed, and in mono, naturally.

This is a project I was really hoping someone would undertake at some point. I know STAR WARS rules everything, that’s the reason why this site exists. But, AMERICAN GRAFFITI is in my personal Top 10 list of my favorite films – ever. Alongside other 70s films like THE GODFATHER, THE EXORCIST, THE CONVERSATION, CHINATOWN TAXI DRIVER, DAYS OF HEAVEN, APOCALYPSE NOW, among others.

If you need a copy of the non-upscaled 35mm telecine, shoot me a message. Also, I would love to see a version of this when you are ready to share it.

American Graffiti is in my top films, as well. Some days it tops the list. Lucas’s early work was especially impressive. To make a film such as Graffiti as his second feature, and Star Wars as his third, speaks volumes to the genuine skill he had. We all have our gripes with him for various reasons, but I respect the hell out of him for what he managed to accomplish.

I believe I have a copy of the non-upscaled 35mm telecine that should be identical to yours, but feel free to flick it through and I can compare the two to ensure I have the best copy.

Definitely hoping to get some feedback on the project, I have uploaded a few videos which you can find in this thread if you haven’t seen, but am planning to showcase full scenes and such as I make more progress. No updates to share at the moment, as work has swamped me and halted progress for the last couple of weeks. Stay tuned!

Any updates?

stretch009 said:

Any updates?

Not yet, sorry. I should be able to upload the first 20 minutes or so of the film if you’d be interested, though.

yellow05maze said:

In the meantime, here are a few stills

This looks absolutely stunning, can’t wait to see more

NunyaBidness said:

yellow05maze said:

In the meantime, here are a few stills

This looks absolutely stunning, can’t wait to see more

Thank you for your kind words!