Scanning & resolution
The audio for this project is sourced from the film's original theatrical DTS Digital Sound system, which made its blockbuster debut with this very film in 1993. DTS prints carried only a timecode track, and theaters used a separate CD-ROM drive to sync a lossless, six-channel soundtrack. Director Steven Spielberg was so committed to the format that Universal spent $4 million to equip 1,000 theaters for its release. This preservation encodes that rare, uncompressed Cinema DTS audio (often at 44.1kHz or 48kHz sampling rates) into the 1080p video file, preserving its high dynamic range and distinct sonic character.
+------------------------------------------+ | Open Matte Top Area | | +------------------------------------+ | | | | | | | Theatrical Widescreen | | | | (1.85:1) | | | | | | | +------------------------------------+ | | Open Matte Bottom Area | +------------------------------------------+
Offers a raw, uncompressed audio mix that avoids the modern loudness equalization found on commercial Blu-rays. Scanning & resolution The audio for this project
The audio included in this version is a direct rip of the audio from those original 1993 theatrical CD-ROMs.
| Feature | 35mm Open Matte Fan Scan | Official Blu-ray & 4K Releases | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Physical 35mm theatrical print | Original camera negative (OCN) | | Aspect Ratio | ~1.37:1 (Open Matte, with select VFX shots hard-matted) | 1.85:1 (Theatrical ratio, sometimes opened to 1.78:1 for HDTV) | | Visual Characteristics | Authentic film grain, analog color timing, "cinematic patina" (scratches, cue marks) | Digital restoration, DNR, edge enhancement, modern color grading | | Audio | Original 1993 theatrical DTS mix | Remixed for home theater (e.g., DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1, DTS:X) | | Availability | Fan-restored, shared within preservation communities | Mass-produced, commercially available worldwide |
The terms "open matte" and "superwide" sound contradictory, but they describe how Jurassic Park was filmed and framed. This preservation encodes that rare, uncompressed Cinema DTS
" version refers to a specific fan-led preservation project aimed at recapturing the original 1993 theatrical experience. Unlike official 4K home releases that use modern color grading, this version utilizes high-definition scans of actual 35mm film prints to preserve the original theatrical aesthetics. The Open Matte and "Superwide" Experience
In a standard 1.85:1 release, the top and bottom of the filmed frame are cropped out to create a wider cinematic look. An open matte version removes these bars, exposing the vertically expanded image originally captured by the camera sensor and lens. The advantages of the superwide open matte version include:
: Shows the uncropped frame as it was captured on the camera's negative, often approaching a nearly square 1.16:1 or 1.33:1 ratio. "Superwide" & Uncropped | Feature | 35mm Open Matte Fan Scan
The Holy Grail for many is a highly specialized archival project: the version. This variant combines the raw texture of original celluloid, the expansive framing of an open matte transfer, and the exact digital theatrical audio that shook theaters in the summer of 1993. The Power of the 35mm Scan
This version is typically presented in , providing a balance between modern clarity and the organic feel of celluloid. Reddit·r/JurassicParkhttps://www.reddit.com Raptors In The Kitchen (35mm Open Matte) : r/JurassicPark
The 35mm scan looks remarkably good, with a warm and filmic aesthetic that's pleasing to the eye. The 1080p resolution provides a crisp and detailed image, with minimal grain or artifacts. The Superwide Open Matte format offers an immersive cinematic experience, with a wider aspect ratio that showcases more of the action on screen.