"It’s not about the eyes," she said. "It’s about the soul. Even if it’s built, it’s real to you. Isn’t it?"
Most directors prefer 2.39:1 for control. Open Matte is interesting for study, but the intended cinematic vision is the widescreen version. blade runner 2049 open matte 4k
One of the most debated changes is the holographic Joi sequence in her pink dress. In the standard 2.39 cut, Deakins framed Joi perfectly in the lower third of the frame. In the Open Matte version, you see the ceiling of the apartment and more of the floor. Some argue this "cheapens" the intimate framing; others praise the extra environmental context. "It’s not about the eyes," she said
He kicked the door open.