DCP Creation & Delivery
for Filmmakers, Trusted by Film Festivals
A knowledge base of information related to DCP creation and distribution.
Bad audio is the most common reason a festival screening falls flat. This guide covers the six audio mistakes we see most often in DCP submissions — and how to avoid them before your film hits the screen.
Before you submit your film for DCP creation, run through this checklist. Covers video format, frame rate, audio, aspect ratio, and the most common issues we see — so your order goes smoothly.
Cinema audio levels work differently from streaming and broadcast. This plain-language guide explains LUFS, True Peak, stereo vs 5.1, and what your DCP audio should look like before delivery.
Not sure whether your film needs a Flat or Scope DCP? This plain-language guide explains the two DCI containers, how common source aspect ratios map to each, and what happens when they don’t match perfectly.
DCP creation costs $5–$18/minute depending on resolution and turnaround. See Pure DCP’s full pricing breakdown, real-world cost examples for short films and features, and what’s included in every order.
Can you convert an MP4 to a DCP? The short answer is yes..but should you? Anything you can play on your computer can be converted into a DCP.