As Star Wars fever sweeps the nation this weekend, the movie itself will bring a bit of Rochester flair to movie screens.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi, the ninth film in the blockbuster franchise (including Rogue One, released last year) that has spanned four decades, was shot on Kodak 65 mm and 35 mm film, made right here in Rochester at the Eastman Business Park. Other recently released Star Wars films were shot on 35 mm.

Movie theaters typically show films in 35 mm, but 65 mm offers a much higher resolution due to its larger size, which gives moviegoers a vivid viewing experience akin to an IMAX film.

More:Families share love for world of 'Star Wars'

Filmmakers can use a mix of 35 mm and 65 mm to achieve the desired aesthetic, but it appears more of them are turning to 65 mm to get the larger-than-life factor that retains crisp details.

Recent movies Dunkirk and Wonder Woman were shot on Kodak film, and as of last August, three major Hollywood studios had signed multi-year contracts to purchase film from the Rochester-based company.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi will begin showing in Rochester theaters on Thursday. Here's a list of local theaters showing the film.

STADDEO@Gannett.com