He might be carrying a big picture

LEADACTOR

["**Hint:** \"This performer often takes the spotlight in films, and their role is a key part of the production.\"\n\nThis hint guides the solver toward thinking about a prominent figure in movies (\"films\" as \"pictures\") and the idea of \"carrying\" something important, without directly giving away \"lead actor.\" It keeps the focus on the role and medium while being easier than the original clue."]

Certainly! Here's a clear and concise explanation of the clue and answer: **Clue:** "He might be carrying a big picture" **Answer:** "LEADACTOR" **Explanation:** The clue uses wordplay to lead to the answer. "Carrying" suggests that the answer is a combination of two words or parts. "Big picture" is a common phrase meaning the overall perspective or main idea, but in this context, it hints at the word "lead" (as in a leading role) and "actor" (someone who performs in pictures, i.e., films or movies). - **"He might be carrying"** implies a compound word where one part "carries" or precedes the other. - **"Big picture"** refers to a "lead actor," who is the main performer in a film (a "big picture" in the literal sense). Thus, the answer is "LEADACTOR," combining "lead" (as in the primary role) and "actor" (a performer in pictures). The clue cleverly uses the double meaning of "picture" (both a film and a visual image) to guide the solver.