Sync Leader, head and tail black

You don’t have to include a sync leader as long as the duration of sound and subtitles is the same as the picture duration and both have the same sync point at the start. However, it is advised to use an 8” academy sync leader as a good practice. You should check synchronization and other possible errors before delivering your film to create a DCP. 

We always recommend at least 1” second of black frames at the beginning and the end of the film. This is a must if the screening starts “parked on pause”.