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One further point to save time for those who might have queries re the 2021 work. I’ll have no further comments.

I received a message here from someone who frequents another site, asking the age old question re where we got the colors and densities for the 2007 restoration. Seems that some are still questioning where they came from, with others recalling the film appearing more normal and natural when they...

I had forgotten that you drove Freddie and Joan to the airport. What a treat! 33(?) years ago.

Sorry.Wrong guy. I can’t keep a checkbook straight.

Anne Coates made the change, shortening the overall length of the film by about 5 seconds, and affecting Technicolor’s bottom line in 1962-63 by some 52 pounds, 9 shillings and a few pence.

That cut was original a long (12-16 foot) dissolve

Here's an interesting bit of reality. I was having lunch with David Lean at a lovely spot just across from what were the Warner Hollywood Studios on Santa Monica. We were taking a break, and I asked him if he ( and other major directors) were always in control - always knew what had to be...

You may be correct when it comes to a B production, and the desire is to get a decent and useable exposure and an image of the actors. It is absolutely not when it comes to major productions, for which a DP is well compensated, and brought on to the production for his or her skills, creativity...

As is the director. I’ll not get back into a discussion of The Godfather(s), but it should be understood that those works were done fully during Covid, and control was not easy for any members of the team. The director does not always create the visuals. That style often comes from the DP. In...

I’ve not seen the 4k, only the Raro Blu. Used to have a dye transfer print. The positive they mention is not the basis for the restoration. That’s their reference. The image harvest is OCN.

Never knew. Apparently occurred after we signed off. Could have been someone simply liked it better.

On which version? Or both?

If that were to be released, I would make four changes to the 2007 restoration. 1. Add the handful of additional OCN shots from the restaurant sequence found for the 2020 scans into the 2007, matching our grade. 2. Remove the point or so of red added by a studio rep after our team approved the...

May 2008

And to you, and all HTF members and staff.

Best to visit American Cinematographer. Wonderfully written article.

Reminds me of Carmine Coppola’s comments upon accepting an award. He thanked Francis, noting that w/o him, he wouldn’t be there that night. Then paused and not that w/o Carmine, Francis wouldn’t be there.

Shucks...

I’m aware. I was wondering where this info came from.

I agree. The original A & B rolls should have been close to pristine. Universal takes extremely good care of their assets, and Marnie, a late 1963-early '64 production, shot on 5251 should have had zero fade problems. It was also only printed via dye transfer for it's original release, with...

With apologies, I used her name later in life. I believe she was credited as Collin Wilcox. An extraordinary performance. Between she and Brock Peters - Magic.

During the trial. A witness on the stand. If memory serves, possibly either Mr. Peters or Ms Paxton. As I recall, it’s an optical during which the camera moves in, and the grain grows nicely. It was obviously a change during post.

Correct

Shouldn't be confusing. As I recall, a single shot was field enlarged, and grain was removed. Overall, a great release.

They should have left it, then…

Any serious restoration - unless footage has been lost - should be frame accurate from first to last. This one…

There were no alternate takes used in 2007. A couple of instances in a damaged static shot where we accessed head or tail trims. That and extending half the dissolves. In the ‘22, someone incorrectly re-conformed the entrance to Vegas montage - presumably to add an original shot in VVLA, which...

Sorry If I misspoke. I’m Not saying he would use it in contravention of the proper look in a restorative effort. I was speaking about his understanding of tech toward production. He’s always been way ahead of the curve. But can then turn on a dime and make a film totally with practical effects.

I appreciate your respect, but unless you’re buddies, it should be Mr. Coppola. Just sayin’…

As Mr.Coppola was early in the industry to use electronic devices - computers, laser discs and his incredible Silverfish, I’d not want to bet against the fact that he understands more than one might imagine. And will use it.