#16mm movie camera

[kingsnorthlobotomy]

I shot a movie on 16mm film. Here are some stills from it.

[goshyesvintageads]

Revere Camera Co, 1947

[joehaupt]

Vintage Cine Kodak 16mm Home Movie Camera With Kodak Anastigmat 25mm f1.9 Lens, Model B, Made In USA, Circa 1928 by Joe Haupt

[filmcourage]

I Bought A 16mm Bolex Camera And Now I'm Going To Make A Movie With It - P.M. Lipscomb

Watch the video interview on Youtube here.

[bmaatuga]

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A collection of home movies came in recently that had some great shop stickers on them. Obviously, these films were processed in Cleveland. The Dodd Company had a lot of irons in the fire: surveying instruments, drawing materials, Kodak supplies, and they were OPTICIANS!  [We’ve actually seen an optician+camera shop label before, on our 28mm home movies.]

The Dodd Company has been around since 1891! And it is still in business with  locations in Cleveland, Chicago, Cincinnati, Dayton, and Columbus.

[funyjuice]

16mm turns 100 today

Here are two of my cameras!

[transhuman-priestess]

Went to the antiques store today. Found a 16mm movie camera.

I did not refrain from purchasing it because it was broken. It was not I did not refrain from purchasing it because i did not want it, i did.

I did not refrain from purchasing it because it was expensive, it was not.

I refrained from purchasing it because 16mm film is a dollar per foot to purchase, process, and scan and the minimum is 250 feet

[mifhortunach]

Horror Short Films You Can Watch For Free - Right Now!

Just a 'small' post collecting some less well known horror short films that you can find mostly on youtube & vimeo! All worth a look!

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SUNGAZER 9min, 2020 (You'll have to log in to vimeo to watch this one!) "A short, wordless horror film about the terrors lurking just beyond the veil of reality." - Or, a man waits, and performs a ritual. Wicked atmospheric, manages to really paint a world despite the run-time. Looks great as well. [TW: flashing lights, body horror, harsh noise]

The Color Out of Space 5min, 2017 "A meteorite, strange vegetation, a colour: an experimental take on H.P. Lovecraft's spiral into madness, shot with a vintage camera on truly unique LomoChrome 16mm film." <- All accurate! Eerie little film.

My House Walk-through: 12min, 2016

Short, sweet, and unnerving!! The person who made this has done a tonne of other (more classical) 'internet horror' shorts, but this is a really wonderful & understated piece. Visually it feels very PT inspired, but its even more about atmosphere and repetition. Worth checking out the making of as well, pretty much the whole thing was done practically!! [TW: unsanitary conditions, blood]

Possibly in Michigan 12min, 1983

Cecilia Condit mostly does weird, dreamy short films. They have a kind of cake with a worm inside feeling, if you get me; things are rotting inside. This one is a cannibal musical! [TW: cannibalism, unreality, insects, murder, animal death]

The Black Tower 23min, 1987

More unsettling than scary. A man finds himself followed by a mysterious building. I really love how this one gets built up visually. The most like a tma episode out of all of these, or something out of Blue Jam. You can read more stuff about it here! [TW: unreality, talk of mental institutions, disordered eating]

Heck 29min, 2020 If you've seen any of these, I think it'll probably be this one. Its the short that originally inspired Skinamarink. I personally kind of prefer this. Digitally gritty and mean. [TW: Same warnings as skinamarink for the most part, there's a kid in danger, a little body horror].

Juliet in Paris 18min, 1967

Juliet moves to Paris for college, is lonely, and keeps losing blood. Kind of a vampire thing? But also not a vampire thing. Vibes and vignette heavy.

[TW: blood, animal death, self harm]

Dawn of an Evil Millennium 20min, 1988 (in 3 parts!)

A palette cleanser! Getting a honourary nomination through me hearing about it on a found footage podcast (lol). A trailer for an 18hr movie that doesn't exist; staring demons, 'olds mobiles', space-travel and cops. Deeply 80s, kind of ooey-gooey, pretty fun! [TW: some vomiting, a lot of fake blood gets splashed about]

Thanks for reading!

[frank-olivier]

Everyday Poetry: Jonas Mekas’s Cinematic Celebration of Life

Jonas Mekas, a Lithuanian-born artist, left an indelible mark on the world of cinema through his films and his unwavering support for independent and experimental filmmaking. His life, shaped by the traumas of World War II and his subsequent journey to America, fostered a unique artistic vision that celebrated the beauty of everyday life through a deeply personal lens. This documentary explores the rich and complex life of Jonas Mekas, as seen through the eyes of his daughter, Oona, who offers an intimate portrayal of her father's impact on cinema.

Mekas's early years were spent in a small Lithuanian village, where he was born in the shadow of war in 1922. The horrors of World War II left an enduring imprint on his life, including his time in a Nazi labor camp. These experiences would later influence his artistic sensibilities, shaping his profound appreciation for the simple joys of life. After the war, Mekas, along with his brother Adolfas, found their way to the United States, and it was here that his passion for cinema ignited. The acquisition of a 16mm Bolex camera marked the beginning of his lifelong dedication to the art form.

Mekas's initial contributions to the film world were significant, especially his role in promoting independent cinema. He co-founded the groundbreaking film magazine "Film Culture" in the 1950s, offering a vital platform for experimental and independent filmmakers. His column "Movie Journal" in the "Village Voice" introduced readers to the vibrant underground film scene, featuring artists like Andy Warhol, Kenneth Anger, and Jack Smith. Mekas's writing advocated for artistic freedom and emphasized the importance of personal, independent cinema.

However, it is in his own films that Mekas's unique artistic voice truly shines. His approach to filmmaking was diaristic, capturing moments from his life and transforming them into intimate cinematic poetry. His works are often described as "cinema diaries," and his most celebrated films include the epic "Walden," a six-hour journey through his life in New York City, and "Lost, Lost, Lost," a collection of diary films spanning decades. Mekas's style is characterized by experimental techniques, such as handheld camera work and innovative editing, which he employed to create emotionally powerful imagery.

Oona Mekas's story begins with her childhood, immersed in her father's artistic world. Cameras were a constant presence, capturing intimate family moments. This early exposure to her father's creative process laid the foundation for her deep understanding of his art and her involvement in his projects.

The documentary introduces Jonas Mekas as a central figure in Oona's life and the world of cinema. He is portrayed as a charismatic and influential artist who founded the Anthology Film Archives, a sanctuary for independent and classic films. Mekas's dedication to preserving and showcasing cinema as an art form is evident in his establishment of the preservation department at the archives.

Oona shares her personal and professional relationship with her father. She reflects on the challenges and rewards of working with Jonas, known for his unique artistic vision. Her insights into their marriage and its dissolution provide a personal perspective on the complexities of being closely tied to a renowned artist.

The later years of Mekas's life brought personal changes, including divorce and a move from the family home. This period also marked a shift in his artistic focus, as he explored new avenues such as exhibitions and installations, presenting his work in innovative ways. These years brought international acclaim and awards, solidifying his status as a respected artist and filmmaker.

Oona's perspective on her father's work is a central theme. She views his films as poetry, capturing the beauty and emotion of everyday life. Mekas's ability to transform personal experiences, including his wartime traumas, into art is a recurring motif in her reflections, and this transformation of the ordinary into the extraordinary is what makes his work so compelling.

This documentary is a tribute to Jonas Mekas, his life, and his artistic legacy. Through his daughter's eyes, we see a man who found beauty in the simple moments of life and transformed them into powerful cinema. Mekas's influence on the film world is immense, from his advocacy for independent cinema to his groundbreaking personal films. His legacy continues to inspire filmmakers to explore the medium's potential for personal expression and the celebration of life's profound yet ordinary moments, turning them into cinematic poetry.

Fragments of Paradise - The Jonas Mekas Story (K.D. Davison, 2022)

Tuesday, January 7, 2025

[vintage-every-day]

“From 1954 to 1959 my family lived in a house on Darling Avenue in New Rochelle, New York, about as 50's and as suburban of a neighborhood as you could wish for.  My folks had a 16mm home movie camera which they did not use much or well.

Over the course of nearly a decade a grand sum of 35 minutes of film was shot intermittently with little cinematic skill.

In particular, my mother had a habit of decapitating people with the viewfinder. Nevertheless for me it is a precious window back into time where I can see my parents and grandparents, all younger then than I am today and all gone now, and I can revisit my youth.

I returned to the neighborhood to have a look in 2007 when I was on the East Coast. I went with some trepidation. Fifty years had made quite a difference. Trees had grown and so had the houses and no one had ever heard of the McDonalds or anyone else from back in the day. But my heart was warmed to see how nice the place had become and the ghosts were kind.”

[spacefrontier]

A Saturn 1B carrying the crew of Skylab 3 lifts off from Launch Complex 39B, Kennedy Space Center. July 28, 1973.

Skylab 3 was the second crewed mission to the first American space station, Skylab, and lasted 59 days, 11 hours, and 9 minutes. Crew performed experiments in the areas of medical activities, solar observations, and Earth resources.

The crew of Skylab 3. From left: Science Pilot Owen Garriott, Pilot Jack Lousma, and Commander Alan Bean.

Composite image of four frames taken from a 16mm movie camera used by the Skylab 3 crew during their fly-around inspection of the space station. The flapping of the solar shield is caused by exhausted from a reaction control thruster on Skylab.

NASA 1, 2, 3

[kingsnorthlobotomy]

Remembrance Sunday 12-11-2023 Shot in Maidstone, Kent, UK, on a silent 16mm movie camera on a very dreary day

[sofiewilde]

John Kratz flickr

Bell & Howell Filmo № 75

The beautiful Filmo 75 is a 16mm movie camera, produced in Chicago beginning in 1928. It was intended for amateur use, but the quality of its construction makes it easy to see why Bell & Howell cameras were the tools of choice for Hollywood studios in the early days of motion pictures. Although rather heavy by today's standards, the 75 was quite compact for its time, and was marketed as a ladies' camera. Its ornate leather covering was available in Walnut Brown, Ebony Black, and Silver Birch (seen here). Truly a work of art.

[joehaupt]

Vintage Cine Kodak Model B Home Movie Camera, Model B With A Kodak Anastigmat 25mm f1.9 Lens, Made In The USA In The Chicago Tribune Newspaper, May 31, 1928 by Joe Haupt

[broadcastarchive-umd]

#RudyTuesday Okay, so you’re a television station in the mid to late 1940s. You’ve got a 16mm copy of a movie you want to show. You’ve got a 16mm projector. And you’ve got a television camera. But how do we get them to work together?

How about a paper towel tube and some duct tape? No, wait! How about an old-fashioned camera bellows?

Pictured above is a Dumont projector attached to an Image Orthacon camera – an early version of a film chain.

One in a series of photos from the Rudy Bretz papers at UMD.

[brokehorrorfan]

Hollywood 90028 will be released on Blu-ray on November 26 via Grindhouse Releasing. Jerry Martinez designed the new cover art for the 1973 exploitation movie.

Also known as The Hollywood Hillside Strangler and Twisted Throats, the film is written and directed by Christina Hornisher. Christopher Augustine, Jeannette Dilger, Dick Glass, and Gayle Davis star.

The film has been newly restored in 4K from the original camera negative. The three-disc set includes a newly remastered soundtrack CD composed by Basil Poledouris (RoboCop, Conan the Barbarian).

Special features are listed below.

Special features:

Audio commentary by film historians Marc E. Heuck and Heidi Honeycutt

Audio commentary by film historian Shawn Langrick

Interviews with actors Christopher Augustine, Jeannette Dilger, Gayle Davis, editor Leon Ortiz-Gil, and Tom DeSimone

Alternate scenes from original X-rated verison

16mm short films by Christina Hornisher

Outtakes

Still galleries

Theatrical trailers

Radio spots

Liner notes by film historians Marc E. Heuck, David Szulkin, Richard Kraft, and Jim Van Bebber

Soundtrack CD composed by Basil Poledouris

Mark (Christopher Augustine) is a disturbed loner who toils in the sub-basement of the movie business as a cameraman shooting porno films for swinish boss Jobal (Dick Glass). In his off hours, Mark prowls the peep shows and strip clubs of Los Angeles to prey on random young women who he picks up and strangles to death. When Mark pursues a romantic interest in Michelle (Jeannette Dilger), a model who he films in one of Jobal's sleazy movies, the grim reality behind the fantasy leads the frustrated cinematographer to shoot a different kind of Hollywood ending.

Pre-order Hollywood 90028.