I still say it is Lucas that opened up the can of worms in this debate, and this whole debate wouldn't be going on this level if he never touched the OOT. Sure there would be a small minority that would cry that the special effects are outdated, probably like there are small minority of people who won't watch The Wizard of Oz cause it feels and looks like an older film. But the majority of people wouldn't care, wouldn't even bother to debate, and just enjoy the movie, cause Star Wars is one of those rare movies that is timeless, it sorta transcends generations. I think there are alot of films that seem to get stuck in that time period that new generation don't embrace, but movies like Jaws, Raiders, Star Wars, and Back to the Future are still beloved years later simply because of the characters & story.

The reason I say that is that my nephews have watched and loved Raiders, SW, and BTTF, and don't bitch to me about any effects. There is something cool about watching an older film as a kid that kinda makes you feel abit older. Of course I haven't shown them Jaws yet, there are bit too young:)