The Open Matte version changes the dynamic of negative space. In standard widescreen, the empty space around a character often implies isolation or impending violence. When the frame is opened, that negative space is filled with floor
Before streaming and Blu-rays dominated, TV broadcasts (HDTV) often used Open Matte prints to avoid pan-and-scan. For many fans, the Open Matte Kill Bill is the version they fell in love with on HBO or Starz in the mid-2000s. It feels familiar and "bigger." Kill Bill - Vol 1 -2003- OPEN MATTE -1080p Web-...
ratio, effectively filling modern television screens without black bars. Understanding the "Open Matte" Format Most major films, including , are shot using Super 35mm film The Open Matte version changes the dynamic of negative space