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Topic: Spread the Word About Film-Tech
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Ken Lackner
Phenomenal Film Handler
Posts: 1907
From: Atlanta, GA, USA
Registered: Sep 2001
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posted 11-09-2001 12:06 PM
I love the idea of a print data sheet that could go in the can. Some things to put on it would be lab splices cut out and any damage that had to be cut out. It would be a good idea to keep all such sheets in a file for easy access while your theatre has the print, and then toss them in the can when you break down. Thay way you could add something to the sheep without haveing to dig through your collection of cans. But the problem I forsee is that I would be the only one to diligently keep track of such stuff. No one else would use the sheets, especially if they are stored in the cans. And if stored in a file, how many people are going to remember to pull them out and toss 'em in the can?As far as "This print has been protected with FilmGuard," could such a statement be applied if your theatre, like mine, does not have a media cleaner and the only way to use FG is to wipe it on the print? What if you only have one cleaner and have to rotate it? Yeah, you are using the Film Guard, but not providing the best protection.
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Joe Beres
Jedi Master Film Handler
Posts: 606
From: Minneapolis, MN, USA
Registered: Nov 2000
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posted 11-09-2001 12:13 PM
I received a print a while back after it was shown at the Brooklyn Museum of Art. In one of the cans was a "projection report" that indicated all technical data avout the print: format, aspect ratio, sound format, as well as emulsion and base type. It also had a sort of checklist for each reel that indicated splices, repairs, info about changeover cues and condition. It was really great to have all of that info on hand and to know that a previous projectionist understood and cared about "film done right." They had these forms printed on carbonless duplicates so that they could fill out the form, retain a copy of the report and forward a copy to the next venue via the shipping can. I've been planning on duplicating the form, and I will as soon as I get time. Once I do, I would be happy to share the file with any interested parties.
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Joe Beres
Jedi Master Film Handler
Posts: 606
From: Minneapolis, MN, USA
Registered: Nov 2000
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posted 11-09-2001 06:35 PM
Jerry,
what you are saying assumes that the depot/distributor is going to inspect the film between engagements, and in my experience, that is rare. If these sheets have the name of the theater they originated at, wouldn't that keep any responisibility off the party that took the time to fill one out? There is the possibility for falsification, but that is the reason for retaining a copy of the report. If someone else is responisble for damage, and does get fined, so be it. I have never heard of a theater being fined for print damage though, but that might be from a lack of time in this field. (I'd like to hear about theaters that have been) One of these reports does not keep me from inspecting a print, but it does tell me a lot about what to expect, and tells me that a previous exhibitor cared to handle the print properly. As far as spreading the word about film-tech goes, I still think the 4-up ad or business card would be best (I do agree with you there, Jerry), but I think the reports are a good idea and should be done independently by a projectionist. In my optimistic opinion, they could help to encourage "film done right"
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Randy Stankey
Film God
Posts: 6539
From: Erie, Pennsylvania
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 11-09-2001 10:00 PM
Here's my $0.02 worth:I'm not too gung ho about a breakdown sheet. It's good if the next guy who gets the print keeps it updated and so on down the line. Once the first guy just tosses the print back into the can and "breaks the chain" the sheet just becomes a piece of scrap paper. I think putting a small flyer in the can, about the size of a 3 X 5 note card that says something like: quote:
Film-Tech
"Film Done Right"I, the undersigned, declare that while this print was in my posession it was handled with utmost care and professional pride to the best of my ability. This print has been treated with Film-Guard on <MM/DD/YY> For more information, please visit: WWW.FILM-TECH.COM PRINT TITLE: __________
PRINT #: __________
PROJECTIONIST'S NAME: __________
DATE: __________
This would be the printable page. of which others have sponen. Then, there could be a link on the front page of this site that says, "Have you seen one of THESE flyers? -- Click Here." That link would take you to a page that explains the "Film Done Right" concept and how they can join the cause.
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John Pytlak
Film God
Posts: 9987
From: Rochester, NY 14650-1922
Registered: Jan 2000
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posted 11-09-2001 10:12 PM
Randy:I think that approach would "scare off" some people. Without knowing more, they would think Film-Tech was some kind of "print police" group, asking people to promise something in writing, and attach their names to that promise. I still feel a simple information sheet is best, outlining the various areas of Film-Tech (Film Handlers Forum, Ground Floor, Film-Yak, Manuals, Pictures, Tips, etc.) and suggesting people "check it out" at: http://www.film-tech.com  ------------------
John P. Pytlak, Senior Technical Specialist
Worldwide Technical Services, Entertainment Imaging
Research Labs, Building 69, Room 7525A
Rochester, New York, 14650-1922 USA
Tel: 716-477-5325 Cell: 716-781-4036 Fax: 716-722-7243
E-Mail: john.pytlak@kodak.com
Web site: http://www.kodak.com/go/motion
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Joe Redifer
You need a beating today
Posts: 12859
From: Denver, Colorado
Registered: May 99
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posted 11-10-2001 01:04 AM
Let's put in a card like Randy suggests, but up the anty even more. Let the recipient fill it out. Here's how it will be worded:I the undersigned promise to visit Film-Tech at http://www.film-tech.com as soon as possible. Upon my arrival at the aforementioned site I will register and submit a photograph of my likeness. Then I will enter the special eight digit number listed on the bottom of this card to prove that I have visited the site and learned all that I can. I understand that failure to return this card within two days after receipt of the enclosed print and/or failure to visit the site every day will result in the arson of my theater complex, and therefore the loss of my job. Name__________________________ Age_________
Address_____________________________________
Phone Number_______________
Social Security Number_____-_____-______
Bank Account Number____________________
Mother's Maiden Name_____________________ Signature________________________________
Special Number: 84669676
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