What does the cryptic crossword clue "American newsreel producer notes lacking passion (9)" mean?

The definition is "lacking passion". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (synonym="A") + PATHE (synonym="PATHE") + TI (synonym="TI") + C (synonym="C") = APATHETIC; definition: "lacking passion" The answer is APATHETIC.

American newsreel producer notes lacking passion (9)

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