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#1668816
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⭐ Star Wars' <strong>50th anniversary</strong> in 2027 ⭐ | Your hopes and expectations <em>(if any)</em>...
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timdiggerm said:

oojason said:

a gif comparison of ALI and the UHD…

Ooooh now we’re in my favorite stuff. And wow does that look good. Simply incredible. Any chance of a similar GIF from 4k83?

Unfortunately, I don’t make 'em - I just repost them, mate. Though I hope we’ll see similar comparison gifs in the future, too. 👍
 

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#1668528
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⭐ Star Wars' <strong>50th anniversary</strong> in 2027 ⭐ | Your hopes and expectations <em>(if any)</em>...
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NEW SCREENSHOT COMPARISON - AND A NEW VIDEO CLIP - FROM RETURN OF THE JEDI

(Pre Special Edition)

 

ALI…

 
4K83…

 
 

Detail: ALI…

 
Detail: 4K83…

 
 

Only the latter half of this shot is in the Special Edition - and what’s left of it looks… like this…

UHD…

 

as opposed to this…

ALI…

 

a streamable video clip of the above scene: https://streamable.com/7jt5vr

 
 


 
 

 
A Mini-Index for info on the ALI OOT Restoration Leaks…

An Introduction / Overview
Image Screenshots & Comparisons
Video Clips
Media Coverage & Content
FAQs
News & Updates (tba; for when we hopefully get an official announcement on the ALI OOT restoration for the 50th anniversary)

 

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#1668527
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Video Essays - YouTube/Vimeo/etc. finds
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Why Raiders of the Lost Ark Still Looks like a Billion Bucks

www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SK1LlHyq-A - an 8 minute video from the wolfcrow youtube channel.

 
The blurb: ‘A deep dive into the visual integrity and enduring technical quality of the 1981 classic, Raiders of the Lost Ark. This video explores how director Steven Spielberg and cinematographer Douglas Slocombe achieved the film’s spectacular, timeless look on a tight schedule and budget.’
 

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#1668460
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The Lord of the Rings Trilogy (Extended Versions) - 4K Filmized Remasters with neutral color grading (released)
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RogerMan said:

Is it even possible to get this version? I ask because ‘MJBenito’ hasn’t been active for a long time.

Yes, it is. Though this place isn’t a download site - it is a community.

❕ I have found a Fan Edit / Preservation I am interested in - but I don’t know how to get / acquire / download it? ❕

Fellow members are more likely to help you out if you are a participating member of the community here; you don’t have to be a fellow fan editor, preservationist, tech wiz, artistic or skilled etc… just a member that has made, or is making, an effort.

NOTE: Many editors & preservationists choose not to make their projects available to ‘hit & runners’ or people with a post history of mainly asking for various projects - which is completely up to them. That some people join up here looking to simply take - instead of give something back; not even leaving a simple ‘thank you’, feedback or review, or join in with the community here - and instead move on to asking for more projects… is not encouraged. Such requests may likely be ignored or deleted.

and…

Do NOT make ‘link request’ posts for fan projects in any of the threads on here. Instead, use the time to look around and see how this community forum functions, our site rules & fan project rules, read through any of the pinned ‘Index & Help’ & ‘How Do I Do This?’ threads, as well as any of the fan project threads that may be interest you - and join in the conversations on here.

Leave some feedback or reviews for projects you have previously seen. Or join in the discussions about the Original Trilogy - or the wider Galaxy Far Far Away. Or participate in the discourse here on film, tv, music, art, books & comics, gaming, tech, history, sports… or life in general etc. Read up on how some of the many fan projects on here are made / evolve / come together - or check out the talented artists’ cover artwork, and budding authors’ stories, script-writing, and re-writes.

Simply becoming an active and participating member of the community on here means a significantly better chance of others helping you out in acquiring any fan projects you may be looking for…

^ though the whole linked post above is worth a read through - as is looking around to see how this place works - and doesn’t.

Good luck with it. 👍
 

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#1668402
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⭐ Star Wars' <strong>50th anniversary</strong> in 2027 ⭐ | Your hopes and expectations <em>(if any)</em>...
Time

NEW SCREENSHOT COMPARISON - AND A NEW VIDEO CLIP - FROM RETURN OF THE JEDI

(Pre Special Edition)

 

ALI…

 
UHD…

 
2011 blu ray…

 
4K83…

 
 

Detail: ALI…

 
Detail: 4K83…

 

a streamable video clip of the above scene: https://streamable.com/y5deiq
 

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#1668340
Topic
<strong>Ahsoka</strong> (live action series) - general discussion thread
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Star Wars Rebels Writer Throws Shade at ‘Ahsoka’ Over Sabine’s Jedi Twist

This Star Wars Rebels writer did not take too kindly to Ahsoka Season making Sabine a Jedi.

https://thedirect.com/article/star-wars-rebels-ahsoka-sabine-jedi
 

 
A snippet…
 

Former Star Wars Rebels writer Henry Gilroy recently threw shade at Ahsoka Season 1 over its shocking Sabine Wren Jedi twist. Davie Filoni’s 2023 streaming series, which followed up on the story set out by Rebels before it, saw Natasha Lui Bordizzo’s Sabine confirmed as Force-sensitive. This culminated in a divisive moment among fans during the Ahsoka Season 1 finale in which the armor-clad Mandalorian used the Force without any proper training to harness her powers.

During an appearance on the Pod of Rebellion podcast, Gilroy commented on Sabine’s Jedi turn in Ahsoka, calling it a shock and not what he had envisioned for the character when he was working on Rebels. “It was absolutely not the plan,” to make Sabine a Jedi, Gilroy posited, adding that, “We had a conversation in Season 3 about whether [to, and] we actually felt that not only did it step on Ezra’s story, but it was a retread:”

“It was absolutely not the plan. As a matter of fact, we had a conversation in Season 3 about whether that, and we actually felt that not only did it step on Ezra’s story, but it was a retread. Like we already did this. The idea of Sabine training as a Jedi when she is already this fantastic warrior of her own type, we felt like this is overkill."

He continued, remarking that he “had nothing to do with the Ashoka series,” so it was a bit of a surprise to see it happen, considering, as he put it, “pretty much our entire story team discussed and agreed that it was a bad idea:”

“So, honestly, I had nothing to do with the ‘Ashoka’ series. So I was shocked. Because pretty much our entire story team discussed and agreed that it was a bad idea. We did a pros and cons list, and we were like, ‘Yeah, is this kind of like a weak retreat. Why would we push that way?’”

Gilroy went on to describe how he thought Sabine didn’t need a Jedi bent to her to be considered a good leader or have a powerful story. One example he pointed to was the character’s journey with the Dark Saber.

“What I love about her story with the Dark Saber is you don’t have to be a Jedi to have Jedi ideals,” he lamented:

“However, what I love about her story with the Dark Saber is you don’t have to be a Jedi to have Jedi ideals, and embrace the Jedi philosophy. And I think that’s what’s really a more important thing, rather than like now I’m gonna Force push Ezra from his feet even though I have never used the Force before.”

The Rebels writer went on to reiterate that he thought making Sabine a Jedi “kind of diminished her [story]” as told in the hit animated series:

“Yeah, I felt like it really kind of diminished her in trying to make her a Jedi, because she doesn’t need it. She doesn’t need to use the Force.”

 

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#1668338
Topic
<strong>Skeleton Crew</strong> (live action series) - a general discussion thread
Time

Nice to see the show get some awards love and recognition - 17 ‘Children’s and Family Emmy Nominations’ in total…
 

 
Outstanding Young Teen Series
Outstanding Lead Performer in a Preschool, Children’s or Young Teen Program – Jude Law
Outstanding Younger Performer in a Preschool, Children’s or Young Teen Program – Ravi Cabot-Conyers
Outstanding Writing for a Young Teen Series – “This Could Be a Real Adventure”
Outstanding Directing for a Live Action Series – “This Could Be a Real Adventure”
Outstanding Cinematography and Technical Arts for a Single Camera Live Action Program – “This Could Be a Real Adventure”
Outstanding Editing for a Young Teen Live Action Program – “The Real Good Guys”
Outstanding Editing for a Young Teen Live Action Program – “We’re Gonna Be in So Much Trouble”
Outstanding Editing for a Young Teen Live Action Program – “You Have a Lot to Learn About Pirates”
Outstanding Sound Mixing and Sound Editing for a Live Action Program – “You Have a Lot to Learn About Pirates”
Outstanding Art Direction / Set Decoration / Scenic Design – “You Have a Lot to Learn About Pirates”
Outstanding Costume Design / Styling – “Way, Way Out Past the Barrier”
Outstanding Hairstyling and Makeup – “Zero Friends Again”
Outstanding Show Open
Outstanding Visual Effects for a Live Action Program
Outstanding Casting for a Live Action Program
Outstanding Stunt Coordination for a Live Action Program
 

The Awards are announced on the 1st and 2nd March, 2026…

https://deadline.com/2025/11/childrens-and-family-emmy-nominations-2025-list-1236621079
https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/childrens-family-emmy-nominees-ms-rachel-june-squibb-1236584194
www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/2026-childrens-family-emmy-awards-nominations-1236430568
www.goldderby.com/tv/2025/2026-childrens-and-family-emmys-nominations-full-list (with easy-to-read list of nominated shows)
 

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#1668333
Topic
⭐ Star Wars' <strong>50th anniversary</strong> in 2027 ⭐ | Your hopes and expectations <em>(if any)</em>...
Time

Fang Zei said:

Something that would be interesting to see in these comparisons are GOUT screenshots and, for what it’s worth, screenshots of fan preservations that used the earlier ld releases.

That is an intriguing idea mate - though it is one I couldn’t do myself (it is already taking a considerable amount of time / effort in getting these done for each ‘upload batch’ - and am also finding my free time somewhat limited of late).

Although if anyone wishes to do so - please go ahead. 👍

(though please remember to not place too many images on a single page - the Image Screenshots & Comparisons ‘info post’ on Page 5 is an example of a very slow-loading page - given there are some 120+ images on there).
 

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#1668330
Topic
⭐ Star Wars' <strong>50th anniversary</strong> in 2027 ⭐ | Your hopes and expectations <em>(if any)</em>...
Time

NEW SCREENSHOT COMPARISON - AND A NEW VIDEO CLIP - FROM RETURN OF THE JEDI

(Pre Special Edition)

 

ALI…

 
UHD…

 
2011 blu ray…

 
4K83…

 
 

Detail: ALI…

 
Detail: UHD…

 

a streamable video clip of the above scene: https://streamable.com/c75eld
 

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#1668162
Topic
Video Essays - YouTube/Vimeo/etc. finds
Time

Why Steven Spielberg Avoids a Wide Open Aperture

www.youtube.com/watch?v=bADXPoGr6Ak - a 9 minute video from the wolfcrow youtube channel.
 

The blurb: 'Ever wondered why Steven Spielberg avoids using wide open apertures in his films? In this video, we’ll dive into the filmmaking techniques that make Spielberg’s movies look so sharp and detailed. We’ll explore how his choice of aperture affects depth of field, camera blocking, and focus.

Written Article with tables: https://wolfcrow.com/spielberg-uses-the-best-lenses-but-never-wide-open-why

Learn about Spielberg’s preference for wide angle lenses and how he uses them to create dynamic and immersive scenes. We’ll also discuss why he prefers keeping everything in focus and how this choice impacts his storytelling.

If you’re curious about the technical side of filmmaking or just a fan of Spielberg’s work, this video will give you a new perspective on his creative choices. Join us to understand why Spielberg avoids shooting wide open and how it contributes to the magic of his movies.’

 

Focal Lengths and Lenses used by Great Directors - a 12 minute video from wolfcrow may also be of interest.
 

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#1668158
Topic
Video Essays - YouTube/Vimeo/etc. finds
Time

Spielberg’s Subtly Powerful Camera Moves in Catch Me If You Can

www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VbwP_zsGdE - a 9 minute video from the Dolly Into Meaning youtube channel.
 

The blurb: 'Welcome to Darling to Me! Want to direct a scene like Steven Spielberg? Dive into this incredible example from Catch Me If You Can where every single shot is a building block. It’s not just about cool camera moves; it’s about how those moves, combined with performance, blocking, and shot choices, all feed into and set up the next moment, creating a powerful and often subtle impact.

We break down how Spielberg orchestrates Tom Hanks’ performance and physical presence, using it to motivate and amplify camera movements that signal key character realizations. See how wide shots and deliberate lighting choices aren’t just aesthetic but actively work to emphasize loneliness and isolation.

Discover how the carefully planned use of parallax in camera movement keeps you guessing and builds unease, even in seemingly simple shots. Learn why Spielberg holds off on close-ups until the perfect moment, allowing the tension to build naturally through the interplay of wider framing and subtle performance cues, culminating in impactful, sharp cuts when the emotional stakes are highest.

This analysis reveals how a master director ensures that no shot exists in isolation – each one serves the greater narrative and emotional arc of the scene. It’s a masterclass in visual storytelling, showing how seemingly small details create significant meaning.’
 

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#1668156
Topic
Video Essays - YouTube/Vimeo/etc. finds
Time

The Marvelization of Cinema (aka Storytelling Entropy)

www.youtube.com/watch?v=5tmxfVWDgMM - a 37 minute video from the Like Stories of Old yuotube channel.
 

The blurb: 'We’ve all felt it: the movies have changed. But how so exactly, and why? And what can be done about it? In this extensive critique, I try to capture the decline of modern cinema in one unifying theory.

00:00 The Marvelization of Cinema
01:52 What is Storytelling Entropy?
06:26 Hollow Franchises
11:15 Meta-References to Nowhere
17:40 Corporate Passion
25:23 Breaking the Cycle
33:08 Meaningful Engagement ’