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NATO & UNIC Asking For Uniform Projection Aspect Ratios

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Projection Aspect Ratio of DCP Features
Prepared by NATO/UNIC Technology Committees

Summary
Exhibition is ultimately responsible for the quality of the image and sound for theatrical
presentations. We have seen two major releases (Tomorrowland and Jurassic World)
that were delivered in non-standard aspect ratios (2.2:1 and 2.0:1) resulting in an
inferior presentation of either the feature or the accompanying trailers. We strongly
encourage distributors to prepare releases in one of the two standard formats (1.85 Flat
or 2.39 Scope) for all future releases. If new aspect ratios are anticipated we request
significant advance notice and that all trailers that might accompany the feature to also
be prepared in the same aspect ratio.

Background
Exhibition has embraced the two standard projection aspect ratios and has created
masking to provide the best presentation for our patrons. Letter/pillar boxing of
presentations create a non-optimal presentation. It is a disservice to either the main
feature or the accompanying trailers to have a feature in a non-standard format. In the
case of the features, Tomorrowland (2.2:1) and Jurassic World (2.0:1) the intent was to
set up the presentation in Flat (1.85) and allow the black bars to show on-screen. In
some cases, especially for curved screens, the black bars are clearly visible and not
rectangular. If we masked for 2.0/2.2 the attached trailers would be cut off
top/bottom. Non-standard aspect ratios are a challenge.

Request
We request that all features be produced in one of the two standard aspect ratios. If
new aspect ratios are being considered please allow sufficient time for notification. Also
hold an open discussion – including our partners from distribution as well as the creative
community – to determine how to satisfy the needs of the industry for both the feature
and trailers.

 

John Fithian, NATO
Jan Runge, UNIC

NATO / UNIC June 17, 2015

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