To combine an actor and a background filmed separately,filmmakers obscure part of the frame during shooting,creating complementary ________ that prevent exposure in one area of the film stock.

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Filmmakers use mattes to obscure part of the frame during shooting to create a mask that prevents exposure in one area of the film stock. This allows them to combine an actor and a background filmed separately. Superimpositions involve layering images on top of one another, while cut outs involve physically cutting out portions of film. Therefore, the best choice in this scenario is B) mattes.

To Combine an Actor and a Background Filmed Separately,filmmakers Obscure