1. What are the major differences between the different aspect ratio's?
2. How does aspect ratio affect what the audience experiences in a film?
3. How do filmmakers use these differences to craft their films?
4:3 Academy Ratio reminds the audience of the early 1900s style movies, and is therefore a great device to use when referencing back to such time period. 1:1 Square ratio can be utilized as an effect to demonstrate an unrealistic view or perception. 2.35 ratios are meant to portray a cinematic, dramatic look to the film. For example, science fiction films with this 2.35 ratio turn out great because the dramatizing effect the aspect ratio has. 16:9, which tends to take up the biggest available space, allows the audience to experience the grandness of a certain scene. 16:9 is also effective when portraying a real situation in a film such as documentaries.