Super 8 Magazine
SUPER 8 magazine numéro 11
Author(s) Jurgen Lossau
Format magazine
Year 2024
Language(s) English, German
Pages 70 pages
Description
The Secret of the Golden Fujica
The Fujica P1 and Z1 models were not intended to be the first cinematographic cameras for the Japanese Single-8 system. Both were designed for another motion picture film system that was never brought to market. Why did Fujifilm suddenly abandon all its projects? The golden Fujica is a kind of hybrid from this period. The details are revealed in this fascinating story that goes back to the years 1963 to 1965.
The Grocer's Plans
For over 30 years, Daniel Wittner and his company have offered film enthusiasts a wide range of products. In recent years, he has focused more on converting and cutting films in Double 8, Super 8, and 16mm formats. Wittner's customers are often other distributors worldwide who trade in cinematographic equipment. The business owner talks to our magazine about his future plans.
The Best and the Worst
American Miles Sprietsma has already tested countless Super 8 cameras. He particularly appreciates the brands Minolta, Nikon, Canon, and Bauer. In his article, he reveals which models he considers the best and which the worst - and why.
40 Years in the Same Place: Andec Cinegrell
More than a year ago, Swiss national Richard Grell took over the company Andec in Berlin (Germany). But the laboratory is still located in Berlin-Kreuzberg, at Hasenheide, where it has been for 40 years. In this interview, Ludwig Draser, managing director, explains what has changed in the company since then and what the plans are for the future. He also recounts how Andec Cinegrell was commissioned to develop the Ektachrome color reversal material for the feature film Poor Things, which won four Oscars.
Secret Recipes from Dagie Brundert
How to develop black and white films in a particularly creative way? Dagie Brundert, who travels the world for her workshops, reveals three recipes: Forest developer, turmeric developer, and schnapps developer.
Cinematographic Tricks from a Legend
German cinematographer Michael Ballhaus worked with many great directors throughout his life: Rainer Werner Fassbinder, Martin Scorsese, Francis Ford Coppola, and Wolfgang Petersen. In his work, he always used cinematographic tricks created directly in the camera. The five tricks described in this article can also be used by Super 8 enthusiasts.
Filming Tips for Beginners
Filming is fun! It should be as simple as possible, especially at the beginning. And the result should be successful. That's why Super 8 magazine offers tips for beginners.