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Jim Exton

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  1. Does anyone know of someone in the states who can convert a BL-2? I know Aranda does it in Australia, but what about US?
  2. There is a company that still makes 1/4" and 1/2" reel to reel audiotape. They bought the equipment from BASF I think. Anyways, my question is: let's say Kodak and Fuji stop making motion picture film next week. Would it be possible for a small niche company to buy the equipment and continue to make the stock.... or is it so complex that you would need a major company doing it? Let's take it a step further.... let's say we live in a world where there is only a couple million feet of 35mm sold every year. Would a small company or even a three man operation be able to produce that and make a decent profit, and perhaps because of low overhead, offset a price increase a little?? I have the slightest idea how film is made so that is why I am asking. I do think it is cool as hell that a small company still produces audio tape, it would be nice to know that such a thing could be done with film as well.
  3. Absolutely beautiful. Great job on the art direction and cinematography.
  4. I have actually watched it about 10 times because I am considering shooting my next short on regular 16mm. I thought the footage looked great, I prefer it over HD, even without shallow depth of field. I do have a question though, how was this transferred? What machine? To what format, etc.?
  5. Jim Exton

    Camera Cost

    I own an Arriflex 35BL-2 that I have been trying to sell. It will deliver a top notch image. The lens blimp is a pain for a lot of people, but it works and for low budget use, it is fine. Camera with barney is pretty quiet, in a small room you will still need another blanket put over it. All told, it cost me $11 grand. You can check out the short I shot with it in my signature. If you have any other questions about the camera, send me a PM. I also have a Konvas that I would like to get rid of as well.
  6. If you are shooting in a large block of time, not on weekends, it would be better for you to rent. Especially if you want 2 cameras. Based on what you have told, I would say for your project, I recommend HDV cameras. Having tape for documentary shoots is really nice. Depending on your crew size, etc, you might be able to go with the Sony EX-1, EX-3. Having someone to be on hand to offload the cards will keep media costs down, that is why I mentioned the crew thing. I would personally go with HDV for a documentary.
  7. I am pretty sure this is not accurate. From my understanding, the new Redcode numbers don't reflect the actual data rate, it is just an arbitrary number. There has been to my knowledge no mention of the actual data rates of the new Redcodes.
  8. Actually, yes. Nightmare is going to be remade by Michael Bay's production company.
  9. It was on dvxuser, a big deal was made that part of Munich was shot with the camera. I think it was just a couple shots. And I think somebody did say that Spielberg bought one.
  10. My first thoughts were: that is the best video I have ever seen. Really an incredible job done by the whole visual team.
  11. To piggyback on Ira's question, can a CP16R be converted or only camera that use single pull down claws and not a system of rollers?
  12. I think you should really look out for an Elmo 1012S-XL. These are really good cameras, very quiet, comparable to the more expensive Beaulieus and Canon 1014XLS. The Beaulieus theoretically need more tender loving care. The Canon fetches premium prices. Although the Elmo is a bit on the heavy side, it is the best bang for the buck in my opinion. And you can usually pick them up on Ebay for around $250-$300.
  13. There was a Old Navy commercial I saw on tv that was shot on Red.
  14. Beautiful images, great work man!! That first shot of the woman is my favorite.
  15. The Arri 35BL series is really your only choice. Blimped 2cs are really too heavy. I just shot a short on my BL-2, it still needs to be wrapped up in a leather jacket for small interiors. If you are interested, I would be willing to rent it to you if you are insured. Sure would save you a lot of money. You can email me at: cexton [at] comcast.net I have a set of four Zeiss primes with it. A videotap monitor. (2) 400 foot magazines.
  16. Can't wait to see some screenshots, lighting looks very good.
  17. I love all of those shots, especially the first two. Really good looking stuff.
  18. I just got done blogging about this. It is so true. I am shooting a short on 35mm and only bought enough film for a 3:1 ratio. I shot a feature film on super 8mm and 16mm in the mid 90's so I am used to working this way. But I still get people telling me it can't be done. I am not saying it is the best way of course, but it can be done. And if the script, acting and sound are very good, the film will be as well. Congrats on your short, looking forward to some pictures.
  19. Thanks for the info. Yeah, the ET EVF mount is a necessity. They are working on an extension piece as well as a leveller. The above poster is right, the dual battery situation is the way to go. It solves the long re-boot times as well as complaints of the Red batteries pins bending and not working correctly. I am always looking at ways to improve my Red package that I rent out.
  20. I was thinking about that in the past, seems like a bad spot. Your post convinces me that the Monstercine focus hook is the only way to go. Made out of metal, mounts on top, works with the ET EVF bracket, swings down out of the way. I am getting one for my camera so it will be ready for the next job. As an AC, what else don't you like? (that can be reasonably fixed)
  21. Camera 172. Pretty sure it was plastic, out on a rental now. They may have changed them to metal, maybe when they decided that a witness mark would be a helpful thing to have.
  22. You have to purchase it seperately, but it is made out of plastic. I recommend the Monstercine tape hook. Make sure you get their modified piece if you plan on using the Element Technica EVF bracket. This piece will allow you to attach both to the front universal mount.
  23. Can you provide links to specific examples? You might be looking at footage that is not color corrected. Or worse, color corrected by someone that isn't too good at it.
  24. I know people say this all the time, but I have never had a problem with mine. And I know of one other here in town, they had to have their main board replaced, but after that, it runs great. I know there are issues with the camera, but I don't think we will ever have an accurate account of how many are good or "bad". I think there may have been quality control issues and Red is having to fix a lot of cameras that shouldn't have been sent out. But that is pure speculation on my part. I know I would recommend the one I own on a pro shoot. And I think over the next 6 months, the reputation of the camera will get better as the firmware gets improved.
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