: This is the video compression codec used to encode the file, which is a standard for high-quality HD video.

Furthermore, the film pays homage to the aesthetics of 1970s cinema. The battle sequences echo the sensibilities of Apocalypse Now and The Dirty Dozen , utilizing grounded practical effects wherever possible. The "dust" of battle—literal and metaphorical—is present in every frame, marking a departure from the polished sheen of the prequels.

The goal of an x264 encode is "transparency" to the source, meaning you shouldn't be able to tell the difference between the original disc and the digital file with the naked eye. The Legacy of Rogue One

Released in 2016, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story was a gamble for Disney and Lucasfilm. It was the first standalone film outside the episodic "Skywalker Saga." Directed by Gareth Edwards, the film is widely celebrated for its grounded, gritty tone and its stunning visual aesthetic that pays homage to the original 1977 trilogy.