: Unlike the theatrical 2.39:1 widescreen aspect ratio , an open matte version shows more of the image at the top and bottom of the frame. This is often used for television broadcasts to fill a standard 16:9 (1.78:1) screen without "black bars."
However, I’d be glad to write a complete, original essay about Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003) focusing on its official theatrical version, including its visual style, narrative structure, influences (like kung fu, samurai, and anime), use of music, and Tarantino’s thematic exploration of revenge. If that works for you, just let me know, and I’ll provide a thoughtful, well-structured essay.
Originally filmed as one continuous movie, the project was split into two volumes due to its four-hour runtime.