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Depends on the look you want, his example was from a large format Kodachrome still, so using a grainier stock isn't going to give him that clean look. But if he's trying to make it look like 16mm Kodachrome from the 1940's, then the Agfa 200D might be the better choice.

 

Or he could try making a print of the 50D and transfer that.

Thanks for the input everyone. The 50D seems like a good way to go, so thanks David! My knowledge of stocks outside of Kodak is pretty poor i'm afraid :unsure:.

To clarify - I'm not trying to ape Kodachrome exactly. I was just keen to know what the closest option would be.

The film itself is set in a near future England that is suffering from drought. Grass is dying. The air is dusty. It doesn't have to feel vintage - but it certainly shouldn't look too clean. I actually found this still from 'Wake In Fright' which could be a good aesthetic to approximate. I suppose this might be more to do with using the right gels and filters.

I feel lucky to have shot on Kodachrome (super 8), although at the time I probably didn't realise how much i'd miss it. Finding myself working in digital now make me think about it even more.

Im going to be doing a short soon, set in a hot, dusty landscape. I wondered if there was a good stock available to help me mimic Kodachrome? I realise there will be a fair bit of grading needed - so this is just a springboard essentially.

I'd have to shoot on 16mm/S16 - due to the budget.

Thanks guys!