I just got through reading Mark2000's thread on the ANH 35mm idea and your replies.
Is there a possibility that a film transfer would actually be superior in quality to any of your LD transfers, and if so, is the X0 team considering it for the X0 project (assuming reel 1 can be found), or would this more likely be a seperate project (if you do a transfer)?
Seperate but related issue:
I wanted to go out on a limb and offer a friendly suggestion, just in case this appeals to zion, yourself, and the other project members. IIRC I have heard comments about how ANH will require more restoration than ESB or ROTJ. Have you guys considered doing ESB and ROTJ before ANH?
The reason I ask this (apart from the possibilty of the 35mm source, if it's worthy of consideration) is I think it's reasonable to assume that you guys will make some discoveries as you go along leading to better results. If ANH can benefit the most from restoration, I think it would be great if it comes last in the restoration process and benefits the most from what you learn restoring the other 2 films.
Of course if you're already "past the point of no return" with the ANH restoration I could completely understand why you wouldn't want to start over again.
I also want to be honest and say that ANH is my fav of the 3, no hidden ulterior motives here
, but maybe you guys agree with the practical advantages of doing it last regardless of which film you like best.This is all just food for thought, and it should go without saying that I know all of the films will be spectacular after your efforts. My suggestion might sound picky, but given the meticulous efforts you guys are already making I got up the nerve to ask