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Stranger Things Creator's Ultimate TV Viewing Guide
28 Nov
Summary
- Creators advise disabling TV settings like dynamic contrast and noise reduction.
- Motion smoothing, known as 'soap opera effect,' is called the worst offender.
- The final season of Stranger Things will be released in three parts on Netflix.
As the highly anticipated final season of Stranger Things approaches, co-creator Ross Duffer has issued a public service announcement regarding optimal viewing settings. He emphatically advises fans to turn off several picture enhancements on their televisions. Features such as dynamic contrast, super resolution, and edge enhancer are described as "garbage," while color filter and noise reduction should also be deactivated.
Duffer highlights motion smoothing, also known as TruMotion or the "soap opera effect," as the "worst offender of all" for ruining the intended cinematic look. He also warns against any "vivid" settings, stating they "destroy the colour" and deviate from the filmmakers' artistic vision. This attention to detail underscores the creators' commitment to delivering a powerful conclusion to the nine-year-old series.
The final season of Stranger Things is set to be released in three installments. The first four episodes premiered on November 27, followed by three more on December 25. The series finale is scheduled to premiere on December 31. These episodes will be available on Netflix and will also be screened in over 350 theaters across the United States, offering a unique viewing experience for fans.
