Well, I have to admit I am a fence sitter here on the whole star intensity thing. I do remember them being bright but whether they were that bright or not, not sure anymore. I was 11 when I saw Star Wars and back then most Sci-Fi used a bright starscape. I am one to compromise and would tone the stars down just a little.... but I am fine as they are. It just might be that the images we are seeing have such clarity its throwing it off a little. Just like being able to see the pores on peoples faces. :) Thats HD for you.
AND this opening shot alone made me fall in love with Star Wars. I would pay $12 today to see that opening scene alone on the big screen again. Its the best opening scene of any film i can remember. Prove me wrong. lol.
Harmy, great work, appreciate the effort you have been putting in.
Everyone keep in mind that what we saw in 1977 was on film, it was probably grainy as well and now that we get to see them with clarity and correction... we are going to be seeing Star Wars in a different way. We need to just enjoy it. Thanks again and keep going Harmy.
PS - Lets not all go George Lucas on this and start making mistakes like he did... getting all perfectionist to the point we end up with what he did. Its about getting close to the originals. We will never get them back in their entirety, well not until the 60 years is up and the Library of Congress lets us in to see the prints they have. Lets enjoy what Harmy is doing for the fanbase. Merry Xmas and Happy New Year!