For a long time, the only way to watch The Matrix at home was through compressed VHS tapes or standard-definition DVDs. While the DVD format famously preserved the theatrical color grade, it was limited in resolution and audio bitrates.

Finding the file is only half the battle. To do justice to , your playback chain must be analog-friendly:

Natural Film Grain: Unlike digital smoothing or artificial sharpening found on some Blu-rays, a 35mm scan retains organic, moving film grain. This grain gives the image a organic, cinematic texture.