[Kirk Morrison]

“…but then the question is why shoot film in the first place.”—- REALLY? Shoot film because the latitude is better, color rendition is better, one can push or pull film, and get different looks from different stocks just for starters. Also, depending on the camera package one shoots it can be the same price as shooting HD if not cheaper. Varicams are by no means “cheap.” A Varicam package is gonna run you about $1000 a day, more or less, with some ENG lens, not a proper set of prime film lenses. Don’t believe the lies. HD is not necessarily cheaper than film. The cost depends on many factors. Many people prefer HD because they simply lack the skills and patience necessary to shoot film. Yes you do have to wait for it to be processed, and yes you do have to transfer it and digitize it to digitally edit, but if you don’t need quick dailies it’s worth the wait. Also, if your telecine op is any good you have little if any color correction to do after you have picture lock on your film. Don’t let HD fan boys talk you out of shooting film. Go for it and good luck!

Kirk D. Morrison, MFA