Equipment and materials · term
BFL
Also known as BFG, big light, big freaking light.
Informal abbreviation for a very large, high-output lighting fixture; the expanded phrase is often vulgar and is not a technical model name.
In practice
The call does not identify photometrics, power, color, lensing, or rigging needs. Professional planning should name a specific fixture class and electrical requirement.
Usage note
Informal and potentially offensive slang; prefer a specific fixture name in call sheets and safety planning.
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Sources
- Griptionary: Grip and Gaffer Slang Terms Glossary · Matthews Studio Equipment
- Hollywood Slang: selections from Movie Speak
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