A report on the Open Matte version of Fast & Furious (2009) reveals that this specific 1080p Web-DL release provides an alternative viewing experience by showing more vertical image data than the original theatrical release. What is Open Matte?
Technical Source: The film was shot using the Super 35 process. Super 35 captures a larger, nearly square image on the film negative, which is then "matted" down for cinemas. Key Features of the 2009 Release Fast And Furious -2009- OPEN MATTE -1080p Web-D...
The Ultimate Visual Experience: Fast & Furious (2009) in Open Matte 1080p Web-DL A report on the Open Matte version of
Immersive Scale: By filling the entire 16:9 screen, the action feels more immediate and "in your face," which suits the visceral directing style of Justin Lin. Fast And Furious -2009- OPEN MATTE -1080p Web-D...