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3:2 Pulldown Explained

3:2 pulldown

If you have been looking for the best picture possible for your home theater, you have probably heard about 3:2 pulldown. So, what is 3:2 pulldown? Simply put, 3:2 pulldown is the process of transferring film to video. That sounds easy, but it is actually pretty complicated. Here are some questions we will answer in the next few paragraphs. Click the last link if you want to skip the technical stuff.

Why do we need 3:2 pulldown?

Changing images from film to video mode »

What is 3:2 pulldown?

Visual demonstration of how the technique is applied »

Why reverse 3:2 pulldown?

De-interlacing to prevent "jaggies" »

What if I don't have a progressive scan DVD player?

For the best image, try this connectivity... »

Why reverse 3:2 pulldown?

De-interlacing to prevent "jaggies" »

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