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Topic: Exclusive releases via 'The Reel Image'
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James N. Savage 3
Phenomenal Film Handler
Posts: 1375
From: Washington, DC
Registered: Jul 2003
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posted July 28, 2010 01:38 PM
Hi Adrian-
I have bought several new items from Steve Osborne / The Reel Image here in the U.S. in the past month or so. I get confused as to which items are exclusive to Reel Image and which are released by CHC, but I do know they are from the same German lab. None the less, Steve and Phil seem to both be in this for the super 8 collector, and I think they are working together to get these great new releases put out on super 8.
One exclusive service from Reel Image is the stereo soundtracks for the recent trailer releases, which have been great. And Steve / Reel Image is just great to work with. He always charges very fair prices, and offers prompt, friendly service.
And speaking of NEW RELEASES........
I just got my most recent purchase from Steve (might be his exclusive release, not sure). Its a color Popeye cartoon from 1945, "For Better or for Nurse" . And let me tell you- Its FANTASTIC! The colors and sharpness is perfect. And the sound? Just as STRONG and clear as any super 8 release from the 70's and 80's . I'm sorry to ramble on, but this is a good sign after some of the problems of recent years, and, honestly, they seem to have ironed all of the sound-stripe issues out, as is evident from my last several purchases.
I seem to have gotten a little off-topic (sorry ), but I agree with you Adrian, we should be making sure people know about these recent and exclusive releases.
James.
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Adrian Winchester
Film God
Posts: 2941
From: Croydon, London, UK
Registered: Aug 2004
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posted July 29, 2010 05:50 AM
I wonder why that is, as he must receive nearly all his overseas payments by Paypal, so I expect he must make frequent use of a PC? Considering that he seems to be a major dealer in new and used films, also sells new splicers, reels, etc, and publishes a magazine, he could certainly boost his business via the internet if he wished.
-------------------- Adrian Winchester
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