This signifies that the footage was scanned directly from original 1977 35mm release prints, capturing the authentic color timing and texture of the era.
: Features like Han Solo shooting first are preserved, while later CGI additions—such as the digital Jabba the Hutt or Dewbacks—are absent. Decoding the Specifications star wars 4k772160p uhd dnr 35 mm x 265 v10 link
Project 4K77 is a non-profit restoration effort by (a group of dedicated fans and film archivists). Their goal was to scan original 35mm theatrical Technicolor release prints from 1977 and restore them to 4K resolution. This signifies that the footage was scanned directly