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    Jobs of a DP

    Good question. It really depends on the director involved. Some directors are really 'hands on' and like being intimately involved with camera decisions, others...not so much. Ultimately, the director is in charge of production and they have the final say in all matters regarding image...
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    Pity for artiste actors

    umm...what?
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    Do I need Final Cut Pro -- or is FREE software just as good?

    For right now, the free stuff will probably suit you just fine. If you want to eventually become an editor, learning a software platform that is widely used has obvious benefits. If, however, you are just looking to cut together material you've shot, most of those rudimentary editors will do...
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    Need help with idea for student film

    My two cents says to try and find something universal and human to convey in your chosen visual medium. As you you have a limited time frame to work with, try and pick something simple, but something that truly resonates with you. Think in terms of what emotion looks like, and more...
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    info for bolex and russian k-3 16mm cameras

    Bolex > Russian Cams Bolex > Russian Cams Hi, My two cents says hang on to the Bolex. They're pretty solid little performers and plenty of folk have done nice things with them, not to mention the vast support network that already exists for the Bolex. Find a reputable Bolex dealer (a Google...
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    A quick 'Hello'

    Hi, New to the forums here and wanted to say 'hello'. I'm a director and former editor with close to 14 years of experience in the industry. I look forward to participating in the forums here, thanks for having me.
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