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How Cool!! Kodak's new/old Super 8 Camera has officially been announced! It's meant to be a combination of both analog and digital! You can even use C-mount prime lenses or adapters to mount the lens of your choice. It looks pretty neat!
What do you all think, is this worth the high price or does it...
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I have actually felt like digital is more expensive, but for a different reason. It's ease of use allows for a lot time to be wasted. Back when we were shooting on film that focus puller better know w...
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Tomorro'w's ASK ME ANYTHING (AMA) is going to be awesome!
Kenneth Lui, Filmmaker, Editor, and Professional VFX Artist (BATMAN V. SUPERMAN, CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR, GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY), will be hosting a 24-Hour Ask Me Anything ("AMA") from 2/7 to 2/8 in the Post-Production Lounge, focused on...
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Kenneth is the best!
Hello Everyone! My name is Neil Watson and I am a Director, Cinematographer, and Local 600 Camera Operator from Puerto Rico. Ive been living in LA for the last 7 years and in that time Ive worked in all types of scripted and non scripted TV as well as Major Feature Films and Indie films, including w...
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Neil I’m back to work on All American (1st AD) now that the strike is over! Also have my documentary in endless post and a script that is out and about. All the balls in the air to see what’s next. Sounds like you’ve got a lot of things too. Sounds like the new year is already busy.
Neil Watson for sure, Neil. Thank you.
Xochi Blymyer Sounds like you’ve gotten busy for sure!!! well keep me in mind if your next production is in need of a Director/DP. Also if you need a Union Camera Operator this month I’m available aft...
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Will do! Yes, let's!
Thank you, Neil. And all the others who asked good questions. As for the director knowing about other roles that can be so very very helpful for everyone concerned. And it's also a good idea for producers, too. Wishing you continuing success, Neil.
It really in amazing the power that phone cameras have these days. Agreed that the add-ons can be costly but the raw capacity of these phones as a tool to make films is remarkable.
What a great video Florin Şumălan ! iPhone cameras have been proving to be great to shoot with!
Fascinating! It always blows my mind how people are able to shoot entire movies on iphones now.
I tried this on my iPhone 7 and it doesn't work the same!
Putting things in laymen terms...the type of camera you use is irrelevant. What makes an image look cinematic is not the fact they put an iPhone in some oversized cinema rig and had a full sized crew....
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Stage 32’s founder and CEO, Richard “RB” Botto, shares two videos in today’s blog.
In the first video, you’ll dig into how scenes in cars are done.
In the second video, WGA Librarians Javier Barrios and Lauren O’Connor discuss THE HOLDOVERS with scribe David Hemingson.
Grab your coffee/tea/hot choco...
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Crazy news! Red has partnered to create custom RAPTOR XLs for ARRI’s customized DNA glass, to be used in filming the new Tron 3 feature film!
https://ymcinema.com/2024/01/23/red-partners-with-arri-launching-custom-......
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Now that sounds like something cool. Who doesn’t love Tron?
Stage 32’s founder and CEO, Richard “RB” Botto, shares two videos in today’s blog.
In the first video, you'll see how to use color theory to add to the visual impact and thematic arc of your story. It’s a great video for filmmakers, cinematographers, and screenwriters.
In the second video, PAST LIVES...
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This is a great share. Some film - like The Wizard Of Oz - are as defined by their color treatment as by their story. Can make such an impact in a film. Thanks, Maurice Vaughan....
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You're welcome, Sam Sokolow. The colors played a huge part in "The Wizard of Oz," and I think the colors are one reason why people still remember the film.
Stage 32’s founder and CEO, Richard “RB” Botto, shares two great videos in today’s blog.
In the first video, directors from some of last year’s most talked-about films discuss their visions, inspirations, and big takeaways from their recent work. The roundtable includes Ava DuVernay (ORIGIN), Blitz...
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You're welcome, Emily J. Love these roundtable and behind-the-scenes videos! I learn so much.
what a great roundtable, thank you for sharing!
You're welcome, Sam Rivera.
I always love these!
Stage 32’s founder and CEO, Richard "RB" Botto, shares two great videos in today’s blog.
The first video is an interview with Sofia Coppola where she takes a look back on her filmmaking journey.
In the second video, POOR THINGS cinematographer Robbie Ryan breaks down the infamous ballroom scene, how i...
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Big fan of Sofia Coppola, thank you for sharing!
You're welcome, Sam Rivera. I plan on watching more of Sofia's movies. Mainly "Lost in Translation" and "The Godfather Part III."
hello as NTSC and PAL are anlaog standard for broadcasting a video.. sony's FX3 is sill concentrate on this...
and i want to know if i want to use NTSC in PAL country ..is there any issues except light flicker???
because i think that compensate with shutter speed i guess.
i am planning to shoot feat...
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Definitely Google this as there’s some great articles; information about how to deal with this issue.
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oh wow I admit this looks sick especially for a revamped version but definitely not in my range!
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Overpriced novelty. If you want the Super 8 look, but a Super 8 camera off eBay for a few hundred bucks and some film. There are still places that process. Or just buy an original Blackmagic Cinema camera from a 10+ years ago. Super organic look straight out of camera.
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I loved my old Super 8 camera. Agree with Stephen Folker that there are easier ways to accomplish this look but making those old first little films was amazing.
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Stephen Folker My first movie camera was a Super 8 camera I got from a yard sale for $5. Now, adjusting for inflation, $30. The price is extreme on this.
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Nathan Woodward for real! I personally own about a half dozen super 8 cameras. They are easy to come by, and don't look as great as people think. It's 8mm. But for something fun to try, it's pretty do...
Expand commentNathan Woodward for real! I personally own about a half dozen super 8 cameras. They are easy to come by, and don't look as great as people think. It's 8mm. But for something fun to try, it's pretty dope! I'd much rather have a nice Super 16mm camera. Wait, that'll be next on Kodak's list of bring back cameras, but it'll be $9500 or some absurd price.