![]() ![]() For the most part, though, the 4K HDR re-grade seems more about subtly reinforcing the film’s deliberately natural look than reinventing the color wheel. There’s a bit more punch in stand-out vibrant elements such as drinks cans, E.T.’s red heart, the ‘stained glass’ window in Elliott’s closet, and the film’s impressive collection of 1980s jumpers. It’s the same situation with the film’s colors. However, there’s nothing close to the light intensity witnessed on titles such as Guardians Of The Galaxy 2 ( reviewed here) or, more relevantly, the 35th Anniversary 4K HDR release of Blade Runner ( reviewed here). The endless array of household lamps that often seem to be a scene’s only source of light glow more vividly. Light peaks such as reflections on vans and E.T.’s skin have more intensity. Daytime exteriors enjoy a much more natural light with a higher baseline brightness level. The introduction of HDR definitely opens the image up a little. This results, though, in a look that not only respects the original, overtly natural look of the film, but also, perhaps, understands the limitations of what you can sensibly do with a film of E.T.’s vintage without starting to introduce picture problems. In fact, they barely scrape past six or seven. Neither the HDR nor sharpness are ‘turned up to 11’. Does that mean it’s a bad transfer? Not at all. If you’re looking for a retina-challenging, pixel-busting showcase of the picture quality extremes 4K and HDR can deliver, E.T. Key kit used for this test: Samsung UN65KS9800 TV, Oppo 203 UHD BD player, Panasonic UB900 UHD BD Player ![]()
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