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Blackwrap
Also known as black foil, cinefoil, Cinefoil.
A heat-resistant black foil used to flag, mask, or shape light around a fixture or accessory.
In practice
Crews form the matte-black metal foil into small flags, snoots, masks, or spill control around compatible fixtures. It can become hot and sharp, so it must not block ventilation, contact a lamp, or replace a rated accessory.
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Sources
- Griptionary: Grip and Gaffer Slang Terms Glossary · Matthews Studio Equipment
- Lighting Handbook · ARRI
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.