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switching format on Family Guy (September 2011)

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WA
watchingtv
Anyone know the reasons behind Family Guy starting in 4:3 and then every episode at different times switching to 16:9?
JA
JAS84
Because they're meant to be 4:3, and some idiot behind the scenes doesn't realise that. American Dad has the same problem.
JU
jumpinjack
JAS84 posted:
Because they're meant to be 4:3, and some idiot behind the scenes doesn't realise that. American Dad has the same problem.


The most recent series of Family guy was actaully 16:9. All 4:3 episodes are transmitted as 4:3 and the aspect ratio is switched within the first 3 seconds. What experience do you actually have of directing television presentation, only before you call people idiots it might be nice to get informed yourself!

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