This release has sparked a childhood memory. It brought me back to that fateful evening in 1977, where my life was changed forever. Sure, I was only 5 years old, but I remembered it so vividly while watching this on my HD monitor. My parents ended up divorcing three years after that, and I remember how intense it was, but this memory hit me like a ton of bricks. We went as a family to see the film, and of course we were totally blown away, but the memory came as I was watching the part where the Tatooine and Death Star scenes were alternating. Tatooine was so bright and natural, while the Death Star was cold and artificial. Even at that age, I was able to respond and recognize the contrasts of the good guys and the bad guys. The cinematography was just so powerful!
I feel so lucky to have had a new Star Wars memory, and I am still kind of shocked. I really mean it Harmy, thank you so very much. After all these years, and so many releases, this is a testament to just how close to the 1977 experience this release is. I honestly do not remember ANY of the official releases conjuring a memory like I've had tonight.