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Hey Everyone, I'm looking for a player that can play HDV footage while displaying the original SMPTE time code. Any help in the matter will be much appreciated, thanks!

Hi everyone, I have some footage shot for a documentary that, due to conditions, varies between HD & SD. Can I reconcile the two standards to be used in a single project? I imagine it is possible to degrade the HD footage to SD, but is there any method by which I could upgrade the SD footage to...

Thanks for the replies, I'll definatly check the links. In the meantime, I found some instructions on the web on calibrating a monitor (or TV) using color-bars. I think this might work. Both replies mentioned that we're using an unusual set-up, if you don't mind, could you please elaborate...

Hey everyone, I've just joined an independent 'no-budget' production as a PA; most crew members (including myself) have little or no experience, so it's mostly 'learn as you go'. The first shooting day raised quite a few questions in my head, and I was hoping to find some answers here. My...

Hey, I know that it is a somewhat delayed reply; unfortunatlly, I did not have a chance to check in lately. I appreciete you folks taking the time to post your thoughts and comments even in my absance, thanks! I'm eager to check the links posted. As for the issue of film school, I decided...

First of all, I'd like to thank you guys for taking the time to read my questions and offer your ideas. I am still far from making a decision; it weighs heavy on me, and I want to be sure I've done my research thoroughly before I make-up my mind. I believe all three replies touched the subject...

Hi, My aspiration, in the long run, is to be writing and directing for film. I believe that in order to do so properly I need to acquire a strong base and understanding of all the technical elements involved in the process of production, from camera operation, to lighting, to editing, etc...