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FILM SPOOL [1 record]

Record 1 2006-05-16

English

Subject field(s)
  • Audiovisual Techniques and Equipment
  • Cinematography
DEF

A device for holding a roll of film.

OBS

If it is equipped with solid, close-fitting flanges which protect exposed film from stray light, it is referred to as a "daylight-loading" spool. If the flanges have cut-out portions, it is usually referred to as a reel.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Audiovisuel (techniques et équipement)
  • Cinématographie
DEF

[Cylindre de métal ou de plastique] composé d'un noyau [...] et de deux joues [servant] à l'enroulement et au déroulement du film pendant le tournage sur la caméra et pendant la projection sur l'appareil de projection.

Spanish

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