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Michael De Angelis
Phenomenal Film Handler
Posts: 1261
From: USA
Registered: Jul 2003
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posted November 07, 2004 03:53 PM
I am delighted to hear the ardent desire of many forum members to keep this Forum pleasant.
My apologies to Michael Bliss, I did not intend to stongly sound off against larger format collectors. I also collect in 16mm. As a teacher in cinema, I commend Mr. Bliss for his appreciation in enjoying the whole film (all gauges) experience. Indeed, we are a group of unique hobbyists.
But I have been dissapointed for a friend and for myself, that have found many 16mm collectors to be elitist and condescending.
Perhaps this is due in part, to 16 mil collectors looking to sell their wares, after they have been torched by poor deals and wish to pass their losses along to others, regardless in taking a loss on their own. (Sorry, I did not wish to sound controversial or opinionated, I'm trying to figure it all out?).
Also, my friend was ignored and he ultimately bowed out from being a member at his local Chapter of the Sons of the Desert, because he was viewed in being one dimensional as an 8mm collector.
I have met those that believe that the light output from 8mm is inferior to 16. Well to each their own.
Believe it or not, that Tent is running mostly video now?
So go figure? And how many people would be willing to lug along a heavy projector and run the risk of an accident with the unit for members that are less than appreciative? Anyway, he brings his GS1200 to the great outdoors, during the summer months (with permission with the public parks in his area). People love watching film. A one reeler of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in a documentary along with the feature The Scarlett Claw, had people awstruck.
All formats can coexist, the baloney heads can go elsewhere.
-------------------- Isn't it great that we can all communicate about this great hobby that we love!
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