This article presents the developmental work on an environmentally saf
e aqueous-based motion-picture film cleaner. This work has been perfor
med under the aegis of the Technology Council of the Motion Picture/Te
levision Industry, more commonly referred to as the Tech Council. The
Tech Council was formed about four years ago by a group of scientists
and engineers from the motion-picture, broadcasting, and allied indust
ries. They volunteer their time and talents for the goal of identifyin
g and resolving technology problems - safety, and environmental issues
that are too large or complex for individual companies to tackle alon
e.