In a message dated 10/24/99 4:37:14 PM, [log in to unmask] writes: << Of course none of this faffing about would be necessary if distributors simply labelled their cans and leaders with the ratio they want their films to be shown in. >> We tried to do that in the States but cans and leaders would be replaced at will (sometimes) creating some embarrasing mistakes. What we have done is put the aspect ratio in our film catalog, publicity, and the press kit and sent these to the theaters. Luckily, the best theaters call and confirm ratio (or with silent films, suggested film speed) before showing the film. Dennis Doros Milestone Film & Video ---- Online resources for film/TV studies may be found at ScreenSite http://www.tcf.ua.edu/ScreenSite