The defining file format for exchange of digital motion-picture information on a variety of media between computer-based systems. Note: This flexible file format describes pixel-based (raster) images with attributes defined in the binary file descriptor—which identifies (a) generic file information, image information, data format, and image orientation information; (b) motion-picture and television industry-specific information; and (c) user defined information. The format assumes non real-time application, with accommodation for real-time to be considered as the developing technology permits.