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Posted by Graham Ritchie (Member # 559) on April 12, 2011, 06:11 PM:
Took some stills from the 35mm Scope trl, I better return this weekend....so anybody up to a little knowlege thingy.
1...Whats the camera
2...Whats the projector
3...Whats the film stock they are using
Oh! the following images are reversed...sorry that might make it even more harder...best of luck.
Graham. ![[Smile]](smile.gif)
Posted by Rob Young. (Member # 131) on April 13, 2011, 04:39 AM:
Eumig camera (don't know which model).
Chinon Sound 4100 projector.
Ektachrome 160 sound.
Close Graham ![[Confused]](confused.gif)
Posted by Nathan DeHahn (Member # 2192) on April 13, 2011, 06:53 AM:
I know what the cameras are, first one is Bell & Howell super 8 sound camera and second one is Kodak Ektasound 140 or 160 camera.
Posted by Winbert Hutahaean (Member # 58) on April 13, 2011, 02:50 PM:
I have also seen the trailer and wondering for the cartrdige because it seems too big for silent film.
So if this is E160 Sound which has been long discontinued, what is the time of the story? It seems to me that the film is not a kind of flashback.
Posted by David Kilderry (Member # 549) on April 13, 2011, 06:36 PM:
Film is set in 1979 all around a home movie being shot and what happens when a train wreck occurs and its mysterious cargo escapes!
Posted by Joerg Polzfusz (Member # 602) on April 14, 2011, 03:54 AM:
http://www.filmvorfuehrer.de/topic/9746-spielfilm-super-8-wer-erkennt-die-kamera/ says:
Cameras:
Eumig Makro Sound 80
Kodak Ektasound 140/150/160
Tripod (used for the Eumig):
Slik Pro 330DX
Posted by Lee Mannering (Member # 728) on April 14, 2011, 04:35 AM:
Yup looks like the second scan down is the Kodak Ektasound 140. F1.2 lens 9-21mm and from memory filmed at 18fps or 20fps which was strange. My first sound camera and much fun in the fairly early 70's. ![[Eek!]](eek.gif)
If someone puts that trailer out on super 8 it will sell like hot cakes!
http://www.super8-movie.com/
Posted by Winbert Hutahaean (Member # 58) on April 14, 2011, 12:31 PM:
But the downside of this release that it will mislead our search especialy Ebay search ![[Wink]](wink.gif)
![[Big Grin]](biggrin.gif)
I usually searched in unusual category by putting "8mm" or "Super 8" + "film" or "movie"
But now it cannot ...! ![[Mad]](mad.gif)
There used to be "8mm" (by Nicolas Cage) but since the title is too short it didn't mislead a lot, but now..."super 8" !!
Posted by Graham Ritchie (Member # 559) on May 05, 2011, 05:38 AM:
Well folks, today was the first time I have added the Scope trailer to a movie, so far its just been the flat teasers. The Scope trailer looks great and would make an excellent Super8 release.
If the trailer is anything to go by it does looks like a movie worth going to the cinema to watch.
I think!... "Super8" is in for a bit of a revival ![[Cool]](cool.gif)
Graham.
Posted by Bryan Chernick (Member # 1998) on May 05, 2011, 12:25 PM:
Why does it say "CLICK HERE" on the film?
Posted by Colin Robert Hunt (Member # 433) on May 05, 2011, 03:47 PM:
1965 Super 8 is lauched. 50% larger picture area than Standard 8. Still going now 2011.
Posted by Joerg Polzfusz (Member # 602) on May 06, 2011, 04:10 AM:
50%? Isn't it more like 36%?
Posted by Colin Robert Hunt (Member # 433) on May 06, 2011, 02:09 PM:
Depend on the projector and it's aperture plate. The blurb says 50% bigger and myself starting on Regular/Standard eight I noticed the extra size screen that I could obtain in my room at home. The Eumig projector gates are smaller than other projectors. Some people have enlarged the gate due to this by filing away the generous over masking these Eumigs have. Not a easy job though.
Posted by Graham Ritchie (Member # 559) on May 20, 2011, 04:57 PM:
I placed the "Scope" trailer right on the front of new "Pirates of the Caribbean" out this week. Imagine this ![[Roll Eyes]](rolleyes.gif)
the lights go down, the masking moves out "side masking that is" and da..da..the Super8 Scope trl hits the screen. It looks really really good and a must have for any Super8 release. It would have to be the long "Scope" version though! and I am sure that this new film will create some sort of interest in Super8 even if its only just out of curiousity, what this thing called Super8 is all about.
Bryan photo stating "Click Here" has got me stumped anyone got any ideas why the film makers put it in there?.
Graham.
Posted by Larry Arpin (Member # 744) on May 21, 2011, 01:48 PM:
Graham-Do your black screens on the sides pull out for a 'scope' film and reveal a wider screen? I haven't been to a theater for years that has done that. Now that it is digital a scope film is shown on the same size screen as a flat, 1:85, screen. Like letterbox.
Posted by Graham Ritchie (Member # 559) on May 21, 2011, 03:02 PM:
Hi Larry
Two of the three screens we have has side masking. Top and bottom is fixed so when the Scope tag goes through as well as the turret on the projector rotating for Scope the side masking moves out at the same time to give you the wider Scope picture. The automation also gets the lights down tag just before the Scope change at the end of the flat trailers so the theatre is in total darkness as the masking is moving out.
The modern "Reading" cinema near where we live has fixed side masking so when they do the Scope change the top moves down to reveal a smaller picture than the previous adds and flat trailers. Its one of those things that makes me cringe ![[Frown]](frown.gif)
every time I see it when we go there. I am not sure where where this idea of fixed side masking came from, a Scope picture has to get bigger not smaller.
Graham.
Posted by Graham Ritchie (Member # 559) on May 24, 2011, 07:26 PM:
Well if they decide to make a sequel they could call it.....
"Standard 8".
Why not it sounds good.
I have just the projector if Mr Spielberg would like to rent it.
Graham.
Posted by Graham Ritchie (Member # 559) on June 07, 2011, 05:08 AM:
Well folks the 35mm print arrives tomorrow and starts this week plus hopefully with some "Super8" T shirts we have asked for as well
So....who here is going to the movies?
Graham.
Posted by Lee Mannering (Member # 728) on June 07, 2011, 07:31 AM:
Got to wait a couple more months here.
Posted by Paul Adsett (Member # 25) on June 09, 2011, 08:06 AM:
This film has received an excellent 4 star review in todays Orlando Sentinel
Posted by Michael O'Regan (Member # 938) on June 09, 2011, 08:39 AM:
quote:
Well if they decide to make a sequel they could call it.....
"Standard 8".
Well, the main character would probably be more grown up in any sequel so they'd probably call it "16mm", wouldn't you think??
![[Razz]](tongue.gif)
Posted by Steve Klare (Member # 12) on June 09, 2011, 08:59 AM:
They should make a sequel called "9.5mm"
-it would be a real mystery to most people.
The good news is this one seems to come with T-shirts
Super-8 Movie T-shirts
I don't actually intend to go to the movie, but I want one of these shirts!
Posted by Joerg Polzfusz (Member # 602) on June 09, 2011, 09:15 AM:
quote:
Well if they decide to make a sequel they could call it.....
"Standard 8".
Sounds more like a title for a prequel (especially as "Super 8" is rumoured to be the unofficial prequel to "Cloverfield" where the aliens get recorded with video-cams)
Posted by Gerald Santana (Member # 2362) on June 09, 2011, 10:28 AM:
I rarely see movies at the theater - I'm going to see this one tomorrow. Roger Ebert gave it 3.5 stars, although I did not completely read his review, I wanted to leave much of the story a surprise.
Posted by Bill Phelps (Member # 1431) on June 09, 2011, 06:04 PM:
My son and I are going...can't wait. I'm excited.
Bill
Posted by Graham Ritchie (Member # 559) on June 10, 2011, 02:07 AM:
Its winter out here at the moment and what a neat way to spend a rainy day watching Super8 the movie. The 35mm Scope print that we are running looks great, the Dolby Digital sound which got a tune up last week by the experts is excellent. The train derailment and explosions with our sub kicking in big time on that lot was really something.
As for the movie itself, well I really enjoyed it, so forget waiting to get it on dvd or Blu-ray that can come later on, go and see it on the big screen, its well worth the price of a movie ticket.
Graham.
Posted by Mark L Barton (Member # 1512) on June 10, 2011, 05:10 AM:
The film has'nt opened here in the UK yet, but can't wait to see it. I understand its a throwback to the adventure/sci fi style of films produced in the seventies, with that certain feeling. My only concern about the film is, that inetrest in the super 8 hobby will grow and we will see an increase in equipment prices. Put it this way I just bought a Sankyo LXL 255 super 8 movie camera in mint condition boxed with manual for 0.99p plus £8.00 postage...what will a similar camera cost when SUPER 8 The Movie gets people interested in the format? Scary Price Rise times ahead methinks?
Posted by Michael O'Regan (Member # 938) on June 10, 2011, 07:27 AM:
I haven't seen the film but I do wonder why everybody seems to think that it's going to cause a surge in people entering the hobby??
Posted by Colin Robert Hunt (Member # 433) on June 10, 2011, 02:38 PM:
It may generate some interest in the format. It may generate interest in people finding out what 8mm gauges are in general. Standard 8 is still available and considering the smaller frame size we still get a decent picture quality from his gauge. From my experience the 8mm gauge is best shown on the screen when the original matierial is goood to excellent be it Super 8 or Standed.
Posted by Michael O'Regan (Member # 938) on June 10, 2011, 02:48 PM:
I suppose I can see it generating some passing curiosity.
It might engender some interest in youngsters in making movies but, I'd be pretty sure they'll use video.
However, you never know.
Posted by Steve Klare (Member # 12) on June 10, 2011, 03:44 PM:
I don't think this is going to really change things for us film folks.
Most people that are even aware of 8mm film think they stopped making it back in the 1980s and can't imagine anybody still uses it.
There is this show on the History Channel where these two guys drive around the country in a van buying antiques out of people's barns. A couple of weeks ago one of 'em picked out a 16mm Keystone projector and got really excited about it, but he failed to ask the question he usually asks when he finds anything mechanical:
"Does it work?"
Later he said, "People love these for decoration in their home theaters" The idea of ever really using the thing was the furthest thought from his mind.
So I think with most people who see this movie, the best you can hope for is "I remember those, they were neat. -Shame they stopped making them."
Posted by Pasquale DAlessio (Member # 2052) on June 10, 2011, 03:48 PM:
The show is called American Pickers
Posted by Steve Klare (Member # 12) on June 10, 2011, 03:57 PM:
Yes,
As titles go it's actually kind of gross!
I've seen them with Edison cylinder phonographs saying "It's worth so much more in working order" and "Do you have cylinders for it?"
-these went obsolete before the Titanic launched!
Posted by Bill Brandenstein (Member # 892) on June 10, 2011, 04:12 PM:
Well, here we are on release day, and the trailer, reviews, and comments so far convince me that the big screen is the best way to appreciate Super 8. But having checked a parental review site, I was very disappointed to read of the several dozens of profanities and blasphemies uttered in the film -- way more than E.T., etc. -- making this film about 12-year-olds an unacceptable example for my kids. So this family is one who won't be going to see it. I am disappointed.
Posted by Graham Sinden (Member # 431) on June 10, 2011, 05:15 PM:
I havent seen the film yet but I think the only way more people will join the hobby is if they showed for example a GS1200 with Scope lens and stereo sound showing the latest trailers/features top prints (which will never happen.) My guess is there will only be a minor curiosity value.
Still cant wait to see it.
Graham S
Posted by Paul Adsett (Member # 25) on June 10, 2011, 05:57 PM:
Be interesting to know how much screen time is actually spent with super 8 equipment on full view.
Posted by John Skujins (Member # 1515) on June 10, 2011, 08:35 PM:
I just saw "Everything Must Go" and there's some super 8 action in it too. I don't want to spoil further.
Posted by Alan L. Hitchcox (Member # 598) on June 10, 2011, 09:19 PM:
I just got back from the theater after seeing Super 8 with my wife. I'd call it a must see for any of us. It was a lot of fun studying the different equipment and props the characters used. Many of the parts were like someone got inside my head. One of the title boards used for the super 8 movie looked exactly like one I used (and still have).
IMPORTANT -- When you see it, you have to stay for the credits.
Posted by David Kilderry (Member # 549) on June 10, 2011, 10:23 PM:
Yes, don't miss the end credits. For all of us who made (tried to make) a Super 8 short film, this is a must. I still have all of my Super 8 films from my teen years.....ironically shot from 1979 onwards when this film is set!
A TV reviewer here just referred to kids making a movie with a hand-held camera! I don't think he even understood what the title of the film referred to!!
Posted by Graham Ritchie (Member # 559) on June 11, 2011, 05:05 AM:
One thing about the added Super8 short during the end credits was that the edges of the Super8 projector gate needed cleaning I have seen film collectors project just like what was shown in this short....and you would think....clean that gate.
Super8 got a 4 out 4 star review in todays local paper which these days we dont see to often.
I will "Quote" a short bit from the paper as the review was lengthy.
Mayby a smidgen too scary for under-10s, Super8 provides plenty of entertainment for today's teens and will evoke childhood memories for their parents.
Interesting night tonight we had a fully booked cinema for the city karate clubs for "Pirates" around same time we were screening Super8 in another. They asked about booking in a months time for Super8 I said to the organizer that would be an excellent idea and would recommend it. They asked about the name Super8 they thought it must be Video 8mm ....gee whiz I said its not tape its FILM anyway I invited those who were interested to look around the projection room after "Pirates" finished and many did. I gave as many strips of FILM away as possible and they thought that was great, also explained what Super8 film was all about...anyway they paid the big bucks tonight for "Pirates" so they got more than just a movie, always a good crowd and the last film they watched one here it was "guess what" the Karate Kid....funny that! anyway so far everyone including some of our cinema staff have enjoyed Super8 the movie and I will be back at work tomorrow with some Super8 film to show the young ones what it looks like.
Graham.
Posted by Paul Adsett (Member # 25) on June 11, 2011, 07:46 AM:
That's great Graham - give those kids an education about narrow guage film. I doubt if there is a single projectionist here in Orlando who has a clue as to what super 8 film is.
Posted by Adrian Winchester (Member # 248) on June 11, 2011, 09:49 AM:
Although it's impossible to claim that 'Super 8' will end up being a major boost for the hobby, I suggest that however cautious and realistic we are, we should think positive, because let's face it, will we ever get a better opportunity to promote Super 8 film and film collecting to a wider audience? If the film had come out about 8 years ago, the 'industry' would have probably been in a better position and more motivated to make the most of it, and I expect we would have already been buying a trailer to the film (on Super 8, of course) from Derann or CHC even before the feature was in cinemas. Things have declined somewhat since then and I'd be pleasantly surprised if anyone that makes part of their living from Super 8 does anything to tie in with the release (except, with luck, Steve O or someone will release the trailer, which surely would sell quite well even in 2011), so it's essentially down to us. We can ALL still look for opportunities to spread the word in any situation where the film sparks interest. This can be via personal contact or (e.g.) comments or responses on IMDB or other sites, plugging this forum and sites such as the BFCC and dealers to anyone interested. Graham's actions are a great example. Remember that film collectors are a miniscule body compared to the numbers that will watch 'Super 8'. Even if one in every 100,000 was inspired to become involved, they would be a major boost. I don't think the fact that it's 'retro technology' should be seen as a massive problem as that hasn't prevented a revival in vinyl records in recent years, with kids now buying 7inch singles, which must have been almost obsolete 10 years ago.
I do think a trailer release would help because it would be the perfect way to connect to the film and demonstrate Super 8 in action. In the old days of cinema showmanship, press books would probably have suggested to cinemas that they use a Super 8 projector to show the trailer in the foyer, just as some used to do this with 16mm.
[ June 12, 2011, 01:41 PM: Message edited by: Adrian Winchester ]
Posted by Lee Mannering (Member # 728) on June 12, 2011, 03:50 AM:
My guess is that one dedicate Super 8 trader will bring us the Super 8 trailer..Fingers crossed.
Posted by Graham Sinden (Member # 431) on June 12, 2011, 05:04 AM:
The big problem Super 8 has today is that you cant advertise it because of the copyright and if you did it would get some people in trouble that we are always told not to mention too much to the media about what is available. Unless you advertise it to the general public, who's going to know it still exists. It would be great if a GS1200 stereo scope could be shown on TV showing recent cinema releases like Master and Commander and Retern of the Sith running through it but it seems you cant do that for the above reasons.
I hope the trailer does come out if the only company left can release it. Heres hoping -
Posted by Michael O'Regan (Member # 938) on June 12, 2011, 01:37 PM:
quote:
It would be great if a GS1200 stereo scope could be shown on TV showing recent cinema releases like Master and Commander and Retern of the Sith running through it...
I understand what you're getting at, Graham but even if this were to happen, it would arouse curiosity perhaps but nothing more. These films are available on DVD and that's what the general public is happy with.
Posted by Adrian Winchester (Member # 248) on June 12, 2011, 02:10 PM:
Graham - I'm not sure if the only company left you're referring to is CHC, but there's also Steve Osborne's 'Reel Image' releases, some of which overlap with CHC, but he also releases items that are exclusive to him and are not offered by CHC. There are also possibly one or two sources in Germany, especially if you include the forum member who posted another thread here! And also Osi's GIOSI Films.
I'm no legal authority but trailer releases can arguably be openly promoted, as trailers are generally considered copyright free. Hence clips from them are often used in documentaries, to avoid having to pay royalties. It's good publicty for trailers to get as much exposure as possible so I can't envisage a film distributor having a big problem with this - countless trailers have been released and advertised on S8 over decades without royalties being paid and I'm not aware of any S8 distributor having a problem as a result.
I have to disagree with Michael that there isn't scope to gain new recruits. A recent thread about ages on the 16mm Forum revealed that quite a few members there are aged around 20-30. It's also a chance to create awareness amongst people who have projectors but have become out of touch. It still occasionally happens that a used film sells on eBay for a higher price than a new copy that can still be bought.
[ June 12, 2011, 03:49 PM: Message edited by: Adrian Winchester ]
Posted by Michael O'Regan (Member # 938) on June 12, 2011, 02:11 PM:
That's fair comment, Adrian.
Posted by Graham Sinden (Member # 431) on June 12, 2011, 03:50 PM:
Adrian, Trailers may be copyright free (not totally sure about this ) but it is the other films that could be a problem if studios delved deeper into what this company released. Having said all this Derann openly advertised films on their website for years without any fears so I dont know where we stand.
Michael you're probably right about DVD ruling. 95% of the population are only interested in the picture on the screen, not how it gets there. This new movie might raise a few new fans, but probably just a few.
It will be interesting to see if the DVD version has any bonus features on super 8 film.
Graham S
Posted by Graham Ritchie (Member # 559) on June 12, 2011, 05:54 PM:
Went a bit nuts last night with a digital camera.
Simplex 35mm projector with "Super8" the movie screening.
Screen shot of the movie from the projection room.
Another screen photo...one broken Super8 camera and the "70s" hair style and dress... remember those days?
I brought in a Super8 camera to show the staff at work this kindly young lady let me take a photo of her holding it, compared with the modern video camera these days the film camers is heavy stuff.
....Action....
Graham.
Posted by Paul Adsett (Member # 25) on June 12, 2011, 06:27 PM:
Heavier for sure, but WAY cooler than any consumer video camera!
Posted by Bill Phelps (Member # 1431) on June 12, 2011, 06:31 PM:
Nice pics Graham!
I just came back from SUPER 8...and it was GREAT!
I don't want to say to much so as not to spoil anything but I thought it was really good. My son and his girlfriend enjoyed it too. I thought it evoked the period (late 70's) very well.
I'm going to see it again with my nephew. Very good film. Definitely has the Speilberg touch.
Bill
Posted by Bill Brandenstein (Member # 892) on June 12, 2011, 06:33 PM:
Nicely done, Graham! Cool pics.
Now the word is out that the movie Super 8 has placed #1 at the US box office this weekend, handily beating off X-Men and all other contenders!
Posted by Bill Phelps (Member # 1431) on June 12, 2011, 06:53 PM:
Hello Bill...Even though I really liked the film I too was disappointed by some of the language (even an f-bomb) that was unnecessary. If my son was 12 I would question him seeing it...but he's 21!
Anyway good story, good characters, nicely shot.
Bill
Posted by Bryan Chernick (Member # 1998) on June 15, 2011, 11:19 AM:
My wife and I went to see it last night at Cinebarre for $5 Tuesday. The theater was almost completely full. Cinebarre is a 21 and over theater where you can order food and drinks from your seat while watching the movie. So $5 Tuesday turns into $55 Tuesday. My wife is not a big Science Fiction fan, that's what she was expecting going into it, but she enjoyed it. I was hoping for more emphasis on super 8 film but I still enjoyed it. Staying for the credits at the end was one of the best parts for me.
Posted by Paul Adsett (Member # 25) on June 15, 2011, 04:08 PM:
The cover of the current edition of Entertainment Weekly
is a picture of one of the kids in the cast holding a Super 8 camera. The make of the camera is a DeJour - a real basic and cheepie camera of its day. I would have thought Speilberg would have at least taken the opportunity to show a high quality and impressive looking super 8 camera like a Bolex.
Posted by Michael O'Regan (Member # 938) on June 16, 2011, 01:29 AM:
I haven't seen the film but would the kids in the film have been able to afford a top quality camera??
Posted by Paul Adsett (Member # 25) on June 16, 2011, 07:42 AM:
Good point Michael. But a DeJour! Just about the lowest piece of junk on the market at that time. He could at least have used an honorable piece of inexpensive American Super 8 hardware, like a Bell and Howell!
I think I would have picked the space age looking Bolex 150 macrozoom.
Posted by Pasquale DAlessio (Member # 2052) on June 16, 2011, 08:26 AM:
Bill
I have seen it. It's great!
PatD
Posted by Larry Arpin (Member # 744) on June 19, 2011, 01:14 AM:
Just got back from seeing Super 8 and thought it was terrific.
Posted by Dino Everette (Member # 1378) on June 19, 2011, 01:42 AM:
Went to see Super 8 with my wife tonight and I really enjoyed it. I was struck by how different I felt it was to most other big action/budget films... This was truly what I like to call a "kids on a quest" film, like Stand by Me, Goonies, etc....It was so much fun to go see a truly entertaining film....
Posted by David Kilderry (Member # 549) on June 19, 2011, 03:45 AM:
I have a Super 8 movie promo T-Shirt direct from Paramount!
Posted by Bill Phelps (Member # 1431) on June 19, 2011, 02:29 PM:
David....nice!
Posted by Brian Hendel (Member # 61) on June 20, 2011, 12:09 AM:
Can't wait to see the movie... just ordered the one sheet poster on Ebay - because I thought it would be cool to display the large "Super 8" logo in my projector booth.
Posted by Graham Ritchie (Member # 559) on June 26, 2011, 02:47 AM:
I am still waiting for my T shirt I will give the Paramount guy another begging stir later this week. I will even offer to put a extra screening in the next schedule, a little bit of blackmail might help
Its nice to see that many folk are hanging around watching those Super8 end credits a nice touch.
Graham.
Posted by Graham Ritchie (Member # 559) on June 29, 2011, 07:52 PM:
I contacted the Paramount guy today on another issue, the number of sessions of the up and coming "Kung Fu Panda". I mentioned how well the last one did and will even put extra sessions on the weekend. He was really pleased....then I asked any Super8 T shirts...yes we had some and will check....sorry all gone so the end result I have commited this place to "Kung Fu Panda" five times a day in the weekend and no Super8 T shirts....feeling very
Things you do for this hobby if thats what you call it
Graham.
Posted by David Kilderry (Member # 549) on July 06, 2011, 07:25 AM:
Now I have a Super 8 carry bag with zip; finally a replacement for my falling apart Canon 814 XLS bag that is in shreds. Thanks again Paramount!
Posted by Douglas Meltzer (Member # 28) on July 06, 2011, 10:46 AM:
David,
First the T-Shirt and now the bag? You're making poor Graham miserable!
Doug
Posted by Laksmi Breathwaite (Member # 2320) on July 07, 2011, 10:23 AM:
Hey I saw it 5 times already and two times in the same day. I loved it! Oh I'm going to the Comic Con in San Diego maybe I will see Super 8 items to take home. The movie really reminded me when I was a kid with my Super 8 Kodak camera from Sears. I did stop motion animation like Ray Harryhausen and had the kids on my block act in it with the monsters I would animate. The scenes reminded me of my crush on a girl in my films when, the two boys were fighting over the girl. She was a very good actress . The scene were she acted and the guys were stun just looking at her was great. JJ's alien was to much like Cloverfield but okay. I guess he has a kick with that design with the spider legs. He had one of the same in Star Trek. Ray Harryhausen had the same thing in his films with the Ymir,Cyclops,Homunculus,and Calibos designs. But I guess he was trying to save money by using the same armatures, Or just liked the design. Anyway I love all of Ray's movies and have them on Super8. Anybody know were I can get a S8 trailer of the movie Super 8?
Posted by Graham Ritchie (Member # 559) on July 07, 2011, 05:54 PM:
Doug is right
Well...I do have the movie posters
Graham.
Better add to this post, a big thanks to David Kilderry for sending on a T shirt and bag....much appreciated.
[ August 11, 2011, 04:56 PM: Message edited by: Graham Ritchie ]
Posted by Adrian Winchester (Member # 248) on August 11, 2011, 02:14 PM:
It has been out a week in the UK - anyone else seen it yet? I saw it yesterday and found it quite entertaining; maybe not a classic but pretty good. Commendable performances from the kids. I got the impression that there might be one or two fairly significant edits in the story here or there, so I wouldn't be surprised if there's a longer cut at some point in future. Most people stayed for the credits but amazingly 3 or 4 walked out even though they could see what they were missing! It would be unthinkable to see this film via digital projection - anyone in south London can see it on 35mm at the Empire Bromley.
Posted by Tom Photiou (Member # 130) on August 18, 2011, 03:27 PM:
Saw this film at last a couple days ago, ive been waiting for this for over a year when a teaser trailer was released on the web. I enjoyed it very much, some excellent action and a great throw back to the late 70s It also shows how so much has changed in such a short time, kids clearly had to use a lot more imagination than some of the brain deads of today all sat in there bedrooms on twitter and crapbook, or should i day facebook. As you said, not a classic but a very good film, clearly jj Abrams is going to be the monster movie maker of today, i noticed the alien made the same sounds as the giant in Gloverfield, its also suggested this could be a prequal to that film.
I thought the only let down was the ending, almost as if they ran out of ideas, but fingers crossed, it may do a little something for super 8???? Who knows, next up is cowboys and aliens.
Posted by Graham Ritchie (Member # 559) on November 19, 2011, 02:57 PM:
Well folks its out on Bue-ray and well worth getting, some very interesting extras..."The 8mm Revolution" being just one.
Now this is interesting, can you pick the "Year" and month of this "Super8 Filmaker" magazine ?. I went through my lot of old mags and there it was ....amazing.
Graham.
PS. Will post the full front cover later, but want to see how you lot get on first.
Posted by Joe Taffis (Member # 4) on November 19, 2011, 04:45 PM:
My guess is August 1976
Posted by Steve Klare (Member # 12) on November 19, 2011, 04:59 PM:
We bought this Blu-ray for my nephew for Christmas...for some unknown reason he said he wanted me to buy it for him...(?)
This flick has actually had an effect on our tiny community...Googling "Super-8 movie" these days produces an entirely seperate set of results than a few years ago!
Posted by Pasquale DAlessio (Member # 2052) on November 19, 2011, 05:49 PM:
I like the way he is holding the magazine. The front cover showing to the camera.
Posted by Graham Ritchie (Member # 559) on November 21, 2011, 11:57 AM:
Spot on Joe.
Taken from page three....Cover Art: The one-room schoolhouse has taken on an entirely new demeanor in this illustration by Ward Schumaker.
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