Agfa motion picture topics (Apr 1937-June 1940)

Record Details:

Title:
Agfa motion picture topics
Date:
Apr 1937-June 1940
Publisher:
Hollywood : C. King Charney, Inc.
Volume:
Agfa motion picture topics (Apr 1937-June 1940)
Leaf #:
00027
Language:
English
Collection:
Hollywood Studio System and Technical Journals
Format:
Periodicals
Contributor:
Media History Digital Library
Sponsor:
Media History Digital Library
Coordinator:
Media History Digital Library
Description:
Date Added:
November 02, 2023
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Photographed by Bill Crosby. Courtesy Republic Studios. Agfa Superpan — 4 P.M. — F : I 6 — 1/200 second — Wratten 21 Filter Aero two, which permit a slight transmission of ultra-violet radiation, thereby diminishing the density between foreground and sky. As has been stated, proper contrast or the proper relation of brightness differences in the negative and in the finished print is a problem of very first importance in dealing with the quality of night effects. In addition, there exist a number of points in the technique of photographing night effects in the daytime on this special type material which must be observed in order to avoid disappointing results. In the following we will endeavor to list some of the suggestions and the "dont's" which represent our own experience and that of many cameramen. 1. Acquaint yourself thoroughly with the technique of rendering the desired contrast by means of different filters. 2. The best effects are obtained in cross-light or semi-front light, throwing long shadows. 3. Avoid photographing a dead backlight. 4. Avoid photographing overcast skies and do not attempt to include Page Fit e