: This could refer to a specific version of the film intended for cinematic release, which might imply a high-quality presentation.
This term can seem contradictory when paired with "Open Matte." In the context of Jurassic Park (which was projected in theaters at a ratio of 1.85:1), "Superwide" usually refers to the retention of the full anamorphic width of the image. While standard widescreen presentations crop the top and bottom, a "Superwide Open Matte" transfer typically presents the image in a ratio close to 1.33:1 (or 1.37:1), maximizing the vertical height of the original film cell while retaining the full width. : This could refer to a specific version