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Posted by Paul Foster (Member # 400) on September 07, 2014, 06:07 AM:
My Website has been updated today
WWW.FOSTERFILMS.CO.UK
Sale now on.
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on September 07, 2014, 08:22 AM:
definately no thanks.
Posted by Vidar Olavesen (Member # 3354) on September 07, 2014, 08:39 AM:
??? What?
Any problems with Mr. Foster? He's been delivering for me, though the prices are a bit high for me
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on September 07, 2014, 08:44 AM:
i will never ever buy from him again.
Posted by Nigel Higgins (Member # 4312) on September 07, 2014, 08:54 AM:
Nothing there for me ,seems to be a lack of decent stuff coming up these day except on ebay at big prices ,pauls films have allways bee good for me over the years no probs there
Posted by Graham Sinden (Member # 431) on September 07, 2014, 10:48 AM:
The fact that there is less new films coming up blame Ebay NOT the dealers. Ive bought many films from Paul over the years and all have been excellent and delivered quickly.
Graham S
Posted by Vidar Olavesen (Member # 3354) on September 07, 2014, 11:19 AM:
Me too ... I got a warning from him saying that The Goodbye Girl was quite faded, but for me, it was nothing to stop me from enjoying it. Very nice that they tell about condition and I now trust what he says. And as you said, UK to Norway in 3-4 days
Posted by Steve Klare (Member # 12) on September 07, 2014, 12:43 PM:
No complaints here!
Posted by Rob Young. (Member # 131) on September 07, 2014, 01:13 PM:
Quote;
"The fact that there is less new films coming up blame Ebay NOT the dealers. Ive bought many films from Paul over the years and all have been excellent and delivered quickly."
Try going to the last remaining conventions, such as Blackpool.
There see what bargains real collectors may have before they are bought and sold on.
[ September 08, 2014, 02:20 AM: Message edited by: Rob Young. ]
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on September 07, 2014, 02:14 PM:
fully agree. also i can never understand why people will not get off their backsides and attend film conventions. after all its supporting your hobby. yet they are willing to pay highly inflated prices by post from a dealer.
Posted by Tom Photiou (Member # 130) on September 07, 2014, 02:23 PM:
Well, what about the dealers who use ebay only and don't offer any lists?
Paul does both ebay and lists on his website but there are dealers who go straight to ebay.
As I've said before apart from meeting other collectors what it means for conventions is that the cream of what you want won't be there,they will be reserved for ebay. ![[Wink]](wink.gif)
I've not always spoken in favour in the past but if any dealer comes on here to offer a new or updated list and we start to attack then maybe those lists may well dissapear?
This is only my thoughts,
We want to attend the next Ealing as you never know when it may be the last but as I've said,the cream of titles that you want will not be on the dealers stalls they will go on ebay for obvious reasons. There is clearly people around the world who are happy to pay way over the odds for films and even the best dealers can't get these prices by sending them out on there lists would we all not do the same? The example I,ll use is alien,put onto ebay by perrys and fetched, if I remember correctly over 700£ .If a dealer list went out with that title on it for that money would you critise it or Pay it? And how many on here would call that a dealers inflated price even though the dealer sold it on ebay to someone who probably doesn't realise there are still dealers around?
In a similar argument Paul,you said you don't understand why people won't get off there backsides to go to conventions, well let me say one thing on this , in a similar vein Phil at chc says why don't people do more for the magazine,that takes even less effort than traveling ealing, yet we all tap the keyboard on here to chat don't we. ![[Big Grin]](biggrin.gif)
I'm only stirring the poop, but I think we should at least say thanks for the list before there is nothing but ebay. jeepers what a thought. ![[Frown]](frown.gif)
[ September 07, 2014, 03:44 PM: Message edited by: Tom Photiou ]
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on September 07, 2014, 02:43 PM:
have to disagree re conventions ie the cream of what you want wont be there. blackpool last year had many super titles on sale a 16mm print of raiders of the lost ark for one.not seen that on sale by a dealer since. and you will see paul foster there buying many many films a cheap cheap prices which go on his lists. in my mind collectors need to attend these events.
Posted by Rob Young. (Member # 131) on September 07, 2014, 02:55 PM:
OK, I'm not saying anything...but if I were a collector and I'd gone to Blackpool last year... there were some nice bargains to be had on the bring & buy...
[ September 08, 2014, 02:19 AM: Message edited by: Rob Young. ]
Posted by Kevin Hassall (Member # 2352) on September 07, 2014, 03:23 PM:
ive never had any problems with paul he is a great guy if you ask him to keep a look out for certain films he will even when he workeelpd for derann he would help you in anyway he could
Posted by Alan Rik (Member # 73) on September 07, 2014, 08:03 PM:
Here in the states the only option is purchasing from the lists and I have to say I have purchased some great titles from Paul in the past at decent prices. He secured a copy of "Shane" for me which is stunning and I feel reasonably priced and an anamorphic lens at a great price. His list may be in a lull right now in terms of new releases but eventually collectors will sell collections and he may have exactly what you are looking for. I am happy that he doesn't put the cream of his crop on Ebay. At least that i've noticed!
Oh and I love the fact that he answers the phone when I call! ![[Smile]](smile.gif)
Posted by Larry Arpin (Member # 744) on September 07, 2014, 11:50 PM:
The last film I bought from Paul was VINCENT. Someone dropped out and I was second in line and I snatched it. I remember someone had complained about the prices but I haven't seen a print for sale since, so I feel I got a bargain. I've bought other films from him including a Technicolor print of JOLSON STORY which I've enjoyed many times over.
Posted by Paul Foster (Member # 400) on September 08, 2014, 03:50 AM:
Thanks for all the positive feedback guys much appreciated. Will not be at Blackpool this year as have other commitments that weekend. Much prefer Ealing anyway. Shame there's not one this year.
Posted by Maurizio Di Cintio (Member # 144) on September 08, 2014, 06:50 AM:
I disagree, instead. I bought a print of "Over the Top" a few months ago from you. It wasn't up to expectations (THE expectations arising from your website where you state "All films in very good conditions") and I returned it, because the print had tramlines and was extremely dirty (i.e.: not in very good conditions!); cleaning/lubing it would have been a gamble IMHO, so I didn't do that. I was very upset when you didn't refund delivery expenses, too, claiming I should have. That would have been right if I had changed my mind, but the reason why I returned it was the print was not up to your description, period! And you can't blame me for not doing what you should've done in the first place: checking the print (at least partially) and cleaning it. I insisted on this with several emails but to no avail. Please make no mistake: I am 100% positive most of your transactions leave everybody happy, but this was not the case with me. And I am not referring this to harm you: it's just that this is a discussion forum, so exchanging experiences is part of the game. I think in this case you could have done better so I agree with P. Barker: I am not buying from you any more. Best of luck anyway.
Posted by Lee Mannering (Member # 728) on September 08, 2014, 07:25 AM:
Been buying of the lad for so many years and think I only asked to return a film once which he kindly swapped for another copy for me and post free! Paul probably has one of the most varied selection of titles in the UK and I do look forward to looking through his lists which have been a big help to me with thanks.
As when buying any vintage item it is worth asking for a more detailed description as some of us are very fussy even with old material. I'm more than happy. ![[Razz]](tongue.gif)
Posted by Kevin Hassall (Member # 2352) on September 08, 2014, 08:48 AM:
wow what debate paul only updated his website and your stabbing him ![[Confused]](confused.gif)
Posted by Joe Taffis (Member # 4) on September 08, 2014, 08:57 AM:
I would recommend Paul Foster as a dealer to anyone. I've been a customer for many years and I have never been disappointed with a film I bought from him.
Personally, I'm glad he buys films at the conventions over there to sell on his lists; because I'll never get over there to buy any myself. Otherwise he has to wait for someone to sell their collection when they need money, or by the next-of-kin when they croak ![[Eek!]](eek.gif)
Posted by Kevin Hassall (Member # 2352) on September 08, 2014, 09:17 AM:
well said joe ive never had a bad film off him he got me bambi , peter pan and the little mermaid and he checked each one . peter pan and bambi were still sealed but he still checked them for me but the little mermaid he said was aused copy but still good , so he does check them well
Posted by David Guest (Member # 2791) on September 08, 2014, 11:46 AM:
Well here are my comments now you have had all your 2 penneth two sides to a story ,I screened the film that paul barker bought of paul foster and was nothing but a load of crap he asked for his money back and never got it ,paul had to sell it to get his money back and describe the faults he did manage to sell it but was out of pocket over £60.00 .re ealing if paul thinks its better than blackpool then he must go to ealing .I believe there are lots of stalls there selling dvds so he will be ok as I believe paul sells dvds now happy hunting at ealing
Posted by Tom Photiou (Member # 130) on September 08, 2014, 12:02 PM:
As I said, we should be saying thanks for the list, carry on like this and there wont be any more for long. At least Paul continues to do them. Weather you choose to buy or not is of course your choice.
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on September 08, 2014, 12:24 PM:
Well said Tom. I, like most, much prefer real lists and fixed prices wherever possible for films. It must be hard to be a dealer nowadays I would have thought given that all the prints that can be found have all been around the blpck a bit by now so hats off to all of them that still cater for our needs. Use it or lose it I think is the motto.
Posted by Kevin Hassall (Member # 2352) on September 08, 2014, 12:44 PM:
well said andy
Posted by David Guest (Member # 2791) on September 08, 2014, 12:55 PM:
I would like to ask the people who have been reading this forum ,how would they have felt and what opinion would they have give. if they would have bought a film and film was not as described and complained and was offered no refund
Posted by Tom Photiou (Member # 130) on September 08, 2014, 01:59 PM:
Do you mean like ebay?
Posted by Bruno Heughebaert (Member # 2756) on September 08, 2014, 02:17 PM:
I also bought some prints from Paul foster's lists and never had any problem.
Posted by Nigel Higgins (Member # 4312) on September 08, 2014, 02:18 PM:
Ive been reading this and cant believe that so many are giving paul foster a hard time ,hes a good dealer and ive had many films from him over the years and no complaints ,theres not many good proper dealers left now not just in the uk but world wide and films on dealers lists are much better price wise and very often quality wise than ebay ,ive personalty brought alot from ebay but now thinking of just buying from dealers and maybe some on here because prices are so high ,i know with our hobby its a waiting game for some prints to turn up ,im evern thinking of doing regular visits to chc evern though its over 100 miles from me ,the bottom line is we need to support these guys to help kep 8mm/16mm alive ,thats just my view on it
Posted by Dominique De Bast (Member # 3798) on September 08, 2014, 02:33 PM:
I bought two films last week from Paul Foster and they arrived (well packed) the following day ! For some reasons I will not developp here I haven't had the opportunity to screen the films, yet buit had never any problem in the past. I would think that if a dealer (whatever he sells) is not correct he cannot stay twenty years in business.
Posted by David Guest (Member # 2791) on September 08, 2014, 02:39 PM:
films galore at my northwest film fair blackpool 16th nov
150 plus super8 and 16mm films in the auction and the famous bring and buy support this number one venue
remember use it or lose it
Posted by Mark Mander (Member # 340) on September 08, 2014, 02:50 PM:
I've never had a problem with Paul and I can't believe the comments about him posted on here, I think it's obvious why lists are not put on here from dealers as it's happened in the past where they have been crucified, a certain dealer was so upset with what he read here he hasn't posted a list since, another dealer keeps a close eye on the forums but doesn't post for fear of unfair comments,there are plenty of rogues out there on ebay who will sell you utter rubbish at the drop of a hat but the dealers I've used over the years are quite the opposite, Paul Foster included, , Mark
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on September 08, 2014, 02:56 PM:
its like the blind leading the blind.
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on September 08, 2014, 03:21 PM:
Meaning?... Look, it's like Tom, Mark and others have said, if you have a bad experience you simply don't shop there again. These are registered traders at the end of the day so if everyone is being upfront and honest, then there are no issues either way and plenty of protection law for the buyer.
I have dealt with every dealer in the country that now sell super 8mm film. Most times my experiences are good. When they are not, i let them know fairly, but in no uncertain terms, that I will not accept being ripped off.
So far, I have never had an issue with any, if the goods were not up to expectation (and my expectations are always realistic based on price, film stock, description etc etc) then because I am a very fair and honest person, then the response I get back has so far always been favourable.
Obviously, like anyone else, I have my favourites, but no dealer has so far done me a disservice and if they ever did, i would resolve it using the appropriate channels, I hope, without feeling aggrieved and therefore having to resort to just slagging off publicly the few facilities that are left now.
Posted by Paul Browning (Member # 2715) on September 08, 2014, 04:34 PM:
Interesting topic, I think this was discussed earlier in the year
with no response to name them and shame at that time. I use Ebay for most if not all my purchases this year, apart from a couple off this forum from fellow members. I know Paul has an Ebay account so does Ian at Perrys movies. Just wondered what Ian would have done in both these cases from Paul and Maurizio ?. I attended the Blackpool show years ago, but found it more like a closing down sale at Rackhams, bloody stampede springs to mind and to add to that, a guy tried to go to the front of the cue, so I had word with him to remind him where the back of the cue was. If I go this year it would be to meet fellow collectors to discuss our shared interest in the hobby.
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on September 08, 2014, 04:37 PM:
hope to see you there Paul, but hope you are behind me in the QUEUE unless you fancy a game of snooker mate.
Posted by Paul Browning (Member # 2715) on September 08, 2014, 05:15 PM:
Ha Ha, perhaps the "cue" would have persuaded him to move more
quickly than he did.
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on September 08, 2014, 05:19 PM:
nice one mate.. good crack!
Posted by Maurizio Di Cintio (Member # 144) on September 08, 2014, 05:27 PM:
I can account for every single word I wrote, since I usually retain all of my emails, and frankly speaking, I find it rather annoying the fact my experience has been overlooked in some ways. I have been in this hobby for more than 30 years now and consider myself a discerning collector/filmmaker; so I do have 'reasonable expectations', based (repeat: based) on what is described in a list. "All films in very good condition" means no tramlines. True it is in my case it was a film older than 25 years, so one should expect some color fade (which was present but I didn't complain about that), some dirt, some "occasional" scratches, which mean they should not distract from the viewing experience. If they do, because these scratches are too heavy and/or consist in tramlines (even around the centre of the frame), the print is not acceptable, nor can it be defined - based on sheer common sense - in very good condition. Then of course we all must be thankful to the people in the business for keeping the hobby alive - that goes without saying - but every buyer should be put in the condition to choose (by knowing beforehand) if a specific print has flaws so that he can choose if he wants to live with them or not BEFORE buying. That's being fair to me. Is Paul Foster always fair? Maybe. With me (and at least another person or two) not 100% Was it a mistake, or something else? I don't know, since he didn't reply to the last of my emails.
Also, re.: the opportunity to write comments like this in the forum, I'd like to say there should be no problem: this is not for advertising, it's to exchange experiences and ideas, that's what we do when we talk about problems on hard/software, where to buy this and that, etc etc. Why should it be different when it comes to rating a seller? Actually this might even improve the service: perhaps in the future he will avoid this kind of problems. Finally, Andrew, what do you mean with: "i let them know fairly, but in no uncertain terms, that I will not accept being ripped off"?
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on September 08, 2014, 05:49 PM:
Ok Maurizio. clearly the system I was stating "didn't work" for you. All I can say to any of our oversee's collectors who are not 100% satisfied with our service here in old blighty is, just put your complaint in the hands of one of us if e mail isn't getting you anywhere. Being within 50 miles of the place of origin is a lot better than being several thousand miles away for getting a resolve when such problems arise!
Likewise when I need service in Italy, Sweden, USA or Germany we can reciprocate the favour if we all do each other a good deed.
Posted by Maurizio Di Cintio (Member # 144) on September 08, 2014, 05:54 PM:
Gotcha.
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on September 08, 2014, 05:58 PM:
Hope to be of service next time you are disappointed Maurizio.
Posted by Clay Smith (Member # 4122) on September 08, 2014, 06:07 PM:
I like to obtain my films from many different sources, such is the spice. Some of these I get for a friend so I always screen them first. Once in awhile I get burned but it is rare. I have gotten films from Paul Foster in the past, some just last week. They arrive from the UK fairly quick and I have always been pleased with his service.
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on September 08, 2014, 06:13 PM:
Don't get "burned" Clay, just spend the money first chasing any issues up you may have, then claim via our small claims court if not "as described". Shouldn't ever come to that hopefully if you have "good" relations with the dealer.
Posted by Clay Smith (Member # 4122) on September 08, 2014, 06:48 PM:
That is so right. My two negative experiences were here in the US, both were Ebay and both got resolved. One was a digest that was completely "mummified" in it's case, so bound up in duct tape and cellophane that it took me 15 minutes to extract it from it's tomb and once I did, the smell of vinegar was so strong!! Did they think I wouldn't notice or something? Ha. Anyway, I have had very good purchases from the UK as well as France, Germany, Belgium and Greece. I suppose it is as you said Andrew, if you have a bad experience you simply don't shop there again. So far I've been quite fortunate in having the good experience.
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on September 09, 2014, 04:39 AM:
hi Maurizio. your post has far from been overlooked, especially by me. i understand fully and agree with what you have said. this forum is to air you views and experiences. good or bad. no one should be in the position of buying from a dealer without the security of knowing should a problem arise it will be dealt with fairly. obviously in our cases we were not. what i also find very sad is the selfishness shown in some of the replies. being more concerned about loosing a dealer or not getting lists. than the unfair treatment to fellow collectors. should it have been them that had recieved a film not as described i think we would have seen very different replies and views. i also stand by what i said about film fairs. as David Guest has said. use it or loose it. the Blackpool film fair for one is a great event at a superb venue.and should be attended by all who can.
Posted by David Ollerearnshaw (Member # 3296) on September 09, 2014, 07:01 AM:
I've only bought a couple of things from Paul, and everything was OK.
I have had problems with most of the dealers at one time. They were always resolved, with me been left happy.
This included Derann, Powell Films, P.M. Films and quite a few more.
The worst was Mountain Films title Golden Voyage Of Sinbad a very poor print in every way. I never did get a good copy of it. I just gave up in the end.
Posted by Maurizio Di Cintio (Member # 144) on September 09, 2014, 08:35 AM:
quote:
what i also find very sad is the selfishness shown in some of the replies. being more concerned about loosing a dealer or not getting lists. than the unfair treatment to fellow collectors. should it have been them that had recieved a film not as described i think we would have seen very different replies and views. i also stand by what i said about film fairs. as David Guest has said. use it or loose it. the Blackpool film fair for one is a great event at a superb venue.and should be attended by all who can.
Thank you, Paul: in addition to empathizing with me, you supplied me with the word I was looking for: "selfishness", that's exactly what was missing so far, and very sad for me too, because it seems sellers (more or less) professional are more important than establishing lasting relationships among people who share the same interest; funny, I've always thought it's this very kind of 'bond' which prompts (compels?) each of us to reply a query, to give advice, to counsel and praise others for their achievements, whenever the opportunity to do so presents itself. But now it sounds like we are guilty for not receiving what we were supposed to get, and all the more so, for letting others know, as if silence were better.
I hope I can meet you and David at the next BFCC. Roger and over
Posted by Lee Panton (Member # 4443) on September 09, 2014, 08:49 AM:
Would never deal with him again.
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on September 09, 2014, 10:58 AM:
what an excellent post Maurizio. you have hit the nail right on the head.
Posted by Flavio Stabile (Member # 357) on September 12, 2014, 04:56 PM:
My rarest Super 8 copies are ALL from Paul Foster and, among them, I mention CLOSE ENCOUNTERS for all, so I cannot be other than grateful to him during all the past years!
Never had a problem with all the movies I bought!
This is my personal experience...
Posted by Terry Sills (Member # 3309) on September 13, 2014, 01:31 AM:
I bought a few 35mm Disney films from Paul and they were absolutely stunning quality. I would definitely recommend and use him in the future. Just my experience and opinion.
Posted by Ron Douglas (Member # 2990) on September 15, 2014, 06:37 AM:
Has the world got no order any more?
This isn't a multi-national. This is one person trading films.
I've had good and bad films from Paul. The good were excellent, the bad were bad. Like any good retailer, I told him the problem and we arranged a solution. I don't know Paul as anything but a film dealer who offers clearly priced titles and fair return policy, so thanks Paul, I've enjoyed some great films from you and look forward to buying again soon!
Posted by Maurizio Di Cintio (Member # 144) on September 15, 2014, 07:40 AM:
Based on my experience, I have to disagree. Of course it was just once, but because of that kind of experience, there is not going to be another one. The fact he is not a multi national is a no-issue: in fact this is even truer of a forum member who, not long ago, was heavily questioned about cored prints: if the same degree of precision were to be applied to this case, then this post would be much longer than 3 pages. We have to stick to facts which can be summed up as follows:
a) this specific seller has excellent track records, but
b) in one or two cases, he happened to screw it up
c) almost nobody seems to care and
d) I won't either (at least no longer), but...
e) what the majority of the posters here have shown is not very pleasant as I already pointed out.
Mmm... Was it John Ruskin who claimed that even minorities' ideas have to be foster-ed?
Posted by David Guest (Member # 2791) on September 15, 2014, 07:57 AM:
in my opinion this could have been sorted out very easily all that had to be done was to issue mr barker with a full refund for the film he bought of paul foster .dispute finished that's what I would have done if a customer was not happy
Posted by Maurizio Di Cintio (Member # 144) on September 15, 2014, 10:24 AM:
Hey, what about me??? ![[Mad]](mad.gif)
Posted by Metin Ergul (Member # 1789) on September 16, 2014, 04:53 AM:
Friends...friends;
Mr. Paul is one of us who serve in our hobby.
We sell to many years of enjoyable films.
We need Mr.Paul.
Please do not write anything to hurt her.
Thanks and Best Regards,
Metin.
Posted by Tom Photiou (Member # 130) on September 16, 2014, 06:34 AM:
First of all, "selfishness"?
I'm not at all saying no one should be negative simply because he does lists,
I've had a film or two I have to return to him, I've also had films I've had to return to Derann, Perry's, CHC & Indi 8 and in all cases I've lost the postage on returns with exception of Derann only if they considered the film was at fault.
All I was saying was Paul is simply updating his list and has let the forum know, nothing more nothing less.
If anyone has bad experiences let it be known at the time and not many moons later. I'll be the first to say yep, if you have an exceptional bad experience let us know.
Half the problem for all dealers is they rely heavily on what people tell them about films they get from people, unless they project in full every film they have to sell I don't think they would get a list out.
If I sold our entire collection off 300 films plus to any dealer are they really going to view every single film? I don't think so.
Posted by Mark Mander (Member # 340) on September 16, 2014, 06:45 AM:
That Tom just about sums things up, we've all probably had a bad film experience over the years it happens and yes things should be resolved between the two parties, Mark
Posted by Maurizio Di Cintio (Member # 144) on September 16, 2014, 08:09 AM:
Mark and Tom...! I did try to solve the problem "between the parts": he didn't even bother to reply my last email (July 12th 2014). I understand those who had good experiences want to let others know! But you cannot expect me to change my opinion (based on matter of fact). You can defend him forever but this will not change this fact: in some cases he screwed things up. I hope for him and for fellow(?) collectors he will never again behave like that. But in the past he did. I have been waiting so long for his reply to my latest email that I had forgotten about this, that's why I didn't bring this up earlier (and after all that's just 2 moons ago!!!). Honestly I have better things to do. And apparently he too, since he has never bothered to say anything about this matter (another 'fine' example of good seller to customer relationship). In fact he shouldn't have posted that list in the first place: see point 10 under section "Rules and Policies"
Here's an excerpt:
UNACCEPTABLE:
If you are just advertising your normal line of goods, this is not the place for you. Go away.
If you are discontinuing something from your normal line of goods, posting a note here stating "we are almost sold out" will be deleted.
If your post says something such as "contact us for a catalog", just turn around right now.
Also, website links are not permitted in this category. If you have something to sell, sell it; do not redirect to an external source.
Etc...
Yes, that's selfishness, because several members overlooked my points almost with scorn, as if I never gave sound information and suggestions, as if I still should prove MY reliability which nobody should be able to question, after so many years. And you Tom are one of those: days ago I asked you to elaborate a statement of yours according to which sound heads wear out faster if a projector is mainly used for recording: you've never explained why!!! Thanx for the consideration...
But the worst thing for me is the forum has taken a stance which is undeniable, in favour of this busineessman as opposed to a private individual (me) who got (almost) no solidarity. And you guys are still insisting I am wrong?!!! No way! Those who don't want to see the reality and don't want to hear uncomfortable things are wrong. And maybe some of you might benefit from reading my first posts in this thread more carefully. Please remember:
"Freedom is the right to say things other people don't want to hear" (George Orwell)
"Dirty laundry must be washed within one's own household" (Giulio Andreotti, Italian statesman charged with mafia accusations, commenting on his dislike of neo-realism in Italian cinema).
Posted by Paul Spinks (Member # 573) on September 16, 2014, 08:34 AM:
I've purchased a few films from Paul over the years and I have always been pleased with both the films and the excellent service that I have received from him. Dealers like Paul, Ian, Barry and Phil help to keep this hobby alive. I don't go to conventions because I just don't have the free time due to work and family commitments, but I certainly would not want eBay to be the only source of used films for me. Also please remember that because the dealers are businesses they have to add VAT as well as try to make a living from the profits of the film sales, so they have to be a little more expensive.
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on September 16, 2014, 11:44 AM:
Maurizio. once again you have spoken so fairly and honestly. but yet again the selfishness of so many on this forum has come through in their replies.sadly they just dont want to know of your or my experience. they are only concerned about themselves. as i have said before. THE BLIND LEADING THE BLIND.
Posted by Tom Photiou (Member # 130) on September 16, 2014, 11:56 AM:
Paul, seriously, its not selfishness at all, I fully agree with what Maurizio has said and wont defend any poor service from any company, all I'm trying to say is perhaps if it occurs then that's the time to bring it to light. Paul Foster hasn't come on here offering anything other than to invite all who's reading to look at his list, he's not selling any particular film, he's simply informing us of his website update, for those who don't want to look at it simply don't. BUT, as I say , I don't defend any poor customer services but i do try to support where possible dealers who continue to offer sales lists,
Posted by Steve Klare (Member # 12) on September 16, 2014, 12:29 PM:
Guys,
I have every reason to believe what you are talking about with respect to your experiences with Paul. For me the problems are I wasn't there to see it, I don't know Paul's side of it, I don't know what other circumstances occurred which made things go wrong and based on many transactions I've had with Paul I don't believe these problems represent a typical day dealing with him.
I'll grant you If I heard these things before I ever dealt with the guy I might feel a little reluctant to buy from him, but my own experience tells me he's a seller I want to associate with.
That doesn't make the rest of us either blind or selfish, just confident in our own judgment based on our personal experiences.
You have a right to your own choices, and so do the rest of us. If it comes to it, you even have a right to "I told you so!" later on if the rest of us start having trouble too.
Posted by Tom Photiou (Member # 130) on September 16, 2014, 01:36 PM:
Posted by David Guest (Member # 2791) on September 16, 2014, 05:01 PM:
re viewing of films I have over 1000 films in my collection .and its very hard to view them all I have over 800 films which are all logged and no every detail re the film.the other 200 which I sell and buy in are all viewed my myself or I use an ex projectionist to view them for me and he gives me a very detailed description of the films in fact all the films I buy in he screens them all due to me not having as mush times as I would like to
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