I am a lifetime fan of the beloved sitcom Roseanne. Growing up, this show provided me an unparalleled level of comfort - it was more than just a show; it remains an integral part of my life. The recent 'HD remaster' of Roseanne conducted by Peacock and Carsey-Werner Television, however, has been far from satisfactory. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in this remaster has resulted in a drastic decrease in quality, tearing at the heart of what made Roseanne so special.

This AI assisted remastering process has not only led to a visually displeasing product, but it has enforced cuts to many scenes that were, I believe, crucial to the show. These actions have resulted in the degradation of a cherished sitcom that holds a special place in the hearts of its many fans.

Time and again, AI has proved itself to be an unreliable tool for video remastering. In fact, a 2021 academic study from Stanford University demonstrated that AI algorithms often generate significant visual inaccuracies in remastered video content, diminishing the overall viewer experience ('Artificial Intelligence in Film Remastering: A Study', Stanford University, 2021).

The remaster of Roseanne has been widely criticized because the show was originally filmed on videotape rather than film, making it difficult to properly digitize and upscale. Unlike film, which can be rescanned at higher resolutions, videotape has a fixed resolution, meaning traditional remastering methods aren't effective. As a result, AI upscaling was used to artificially enhance the image, but the results are far from perfect. The process often introduces unnatural smoothing, distortion, and a loss of detail, making the remaster look artificial and less faithful to the original. Fans have complained that the AI-enhanced version lacks the warmth and texture of the original broadcast, ultimately making it an inferior way to experience the classic sitcom.

Peacock and Carsey-Werner Television, your fans like myself urge you to revert back to the original format of Roseanne. Preserving the original experience and quality is imperative, and we strongly believe it will help maintain the affection the audience holds for the show. Sign this petition to help preserve the integrity of a classic, loved show.