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Topic: WTB: Frankenstein, Hammer.
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Rob Young.
Phenomenal Film Handler
Posts: 1633
From: Cheshire, U.K.
Registered: Dec 2003
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posted April 30, 2014 05:54 AM
John-Christophe, I have a print of "The Curse of Frankenstein", which I would consider selling.
The full-length feature was produced by Derann as an "import" print (in other words, copyright was probably a bit, shall we say, uncertain...)
They were made from 35mm original prints. As such, some scenes do have colour fade, looking rather pink. This is not a fault or fade on the super 8 print, but fade on the original master.
Fortunately, from what I recall, these sections are rather short and near the beginning of the film.
My print does have a few light scratches here and there thanks to the former owner, but nothing too distracting and certainly not persistent. You very occasionally notice them come and go.
Sound is clear, although one part does have a bit of background noise.
Picture sharpness is lovely and the print is very steady throughout; it is complete and even includes the infamous "eyeball" shot that was even cut from original DVD releases. Overall, this is a very faithful version of the original release.
This is a hugely enjoyable print which has had many a successful Halloween screening in my home cinema.
Given the price of the incomplete eBay print, I'm looking for £220.00 (pound sterling), ideally via paypal.
If you are interested let me know here and we can work out shipping costs. Also, at the weekend I can check the print for you and get some screen shots up, plus a more detailed description.
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Rob Young.
Phenomenal Film Handler
Posts: 1633
From: Cheshire, U.K.
Registered: Dec 2003
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posted April 30, 2014 01:30 PM
Thanks for the interest guys; I've emailed both of you.
Jean-Christophe, you have first refusal and then Paul.
I'll run the print on Sunday and post some screen shots and a more detailed description. Hopefully work out shipping costs as well.
Hope that seems fair and thanks again guys for your interest and emails.
Sorry for the delay; work took over I'm afraid!
Here we go...
Supplied on original 5 x 400ft spools in white card boxes.
All parts have original lab leader / tail. Part 5 is about 250ft.
Part 1 - Some light scratches on the titles. Light scratches come and go for first few minutes.
Colour is slightly pale / pink looking but this is how it was printed and is fade on the master 35mm material, not the super 8 print.
Part 2 - Again, slightly pink look now and again, but blues still present.
Some very light scratches for the first few minutes and a light scratch near centre frame for a few minutes about 1/2 way through.
Part 3 - Light scratches for about a minute as a few minutes in. Nothing too serious.
Colour is much better on Parts 3 / 4 / 5.
Part 4 / 5 - Nothing serious to report!
The print is nice and sharp throughout. Sound is good and clear. It looks like early Derann post-stripe (the orange colour), so should take a good re-recording should you need too.
I've mentioned the colour and scratches only to avoid any potential disappointment; overall this is a great clean, sharp, steady print and hugely enjoyable. Good white Kodak leader on all spools, cleaned with Filmguard and ready to project.
Price £220.00 plus shipping cost via Paypal.
I haven't worked out shipping yet but will get onto that now.
Some screen shots from various parts;
[ May 13, 2014, 04:18 AM: Message edited by: Rob Young. ]
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