By 
Brian Gervase
 | 
TED-Ed Original

Why the shape of your screen matters

Watching a movie at home isn't quite the same experience as seeing it at a movie theater -- but why? Learn how changes in aspect ratio affect every film and why your television might not be delivering the whole picture.

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