The primary goal of Project 4K77 is to provide a way to watch the "unaltered" original trilogy—free from the "Special Edition" CGI changes (like the Jabba the Hutt scene or Greedo shooting first) introduced by George Lucas in 1997 and subsequent years. Comparison with Other Editions
The specific version "Star.Wars.4K77.2160p.UHD.DNR.35mm.x265-v1.0" refers to a 4K UHD release that has undergone to reduce the heavy film grain typical of original 35mm prints. Core Technical Specifications star wars 4k772160p uhd dnr 35 mm x 265 v10
This is not an official Disney release. This is a passion project. It is a technical manifesto. Let us break down exactly what each component of that keyword means, why it matters, and why this specific version of Star Wars: A New Hope is considered the definitive viewing experience for many collectors. The primary goal of Project 4K77 is to