What is openmatte?

Openmatte is a cinematographic technique that involves filming a scene in a widescreen presentation format with additional image content above and below the typical frame area. This technique provides more flexibility to the editors to adjust the visuals within the frame as per the requirement. Also, openmatte scenes are commonly used for film conversions or formatting the film for release in various formats. The technique is extensively used in the film industry and is considered to be an ideal format for digital projection and distribution. Overall, Openmatte allows filmmakers to have greater control over the visuals they capture, giving them more room to make creative decisions during post-production.