another week, another blog

so since my last post i had my first experience with a 16 mm camera, it is a completely different mindset than using video. with video you usually have the thought in the back of your head that if you screw up you can just buy more tape and that be the end of that. this is not the case w/16 mm film. there is planning upon planning and that still won't stop you from screwing up any way. no matter how much preplanning goes into it doesnt stop the sick feeling from creeping into your stomach when the focus ring has moved or you go to grab a shot and the camera wont film....because you forgot to wind it. this last one isnt that big of a deal but others could just absolutely ruin your day. but you take away something that is more important and that is the experience of actually handlilng a functioning filming camera. another thing i took away from it is the presence you have to have to go through your mental checklist...video gives you a false sense of security...one that doesnt transfer well to film. i think it is very important for all film students have the opportunity (at all class levels) to use this equipment early and often. i feel that the silvas bring some very important elements to this film program. this program needs more of the same. see you next post.