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SUBURBAN FILM COUNCIL ^Continued from page 355) been made. Methods followed by other communities such as Stamford, Connecticut, for pooling community resources and maHnj^ films available through the Library for both schools and general community use were under consideration as possible models for Summit. In commenting on future plans for the Suburban Film Council, Allen R. Devenney as chairman called attention to the fact that two definite steps in broadening the use of films had already been taken. The Public Library had established an extensive collection of film catalogs, evaluative materials, and books and pamphlets on effective film use. Through the series of film programs at the Library and through the Festival's intensive two-day showing of films, the community had been provided with an opportunity for wide general familiarity with the great range of available materials. Summit's experience in the Film Festival sums up along these lines, ^^'itll the help of the radio, the press, and through direct mail to organizations and key people, some idea of the scope of film use was developed not only in Summit but in nearby areas. Many people came to these showings of selected films on special subjects. Community leaders accepted specific responsibilities in connection with the program and so increased their own familiarity with this educational medium. The ])artici]jation of outside leaders in the film world resulted not only in broader community understanding but in greater interest and support. Most of all, the members of the Suburban Film Council had seen the spirit of enlightened cooperation that prevails among film i)roducers and the companies interested in film equipment. That the Suburban Film Council is "going places" is certain. FOOTBALL FILMING {Conlinucil from piiyc 357) The camera is usually started after the offensive team comes out of the huddle and just before the quarterback starts counting signals. Enough film should be exposed so that three or four seconds of the lineu]) will be shown before the ball is snapped. The ball is then carefully followed until two or three seconds after the whistle blows. If a penalty flag is dropped by any official, the cameraman nui.st be alert to film the signal for the penalty as it is given. Some coaches want signals for first downs shown also. On kickoffs it may be desirable to switch to a lens of shorter focal length to cover the entire line of the offensive team as it advances down the field. There is a tendency for beginning cameramen to cut plays too short. Short, choppy scenes make the film uninteresting and less useful. Each scene .should start early enough so that the audience may observe the exact lineup before the play starts and should continue long enough so the audience can observe exactly what happened. A carefully-filmed college football game will usually require from 1400 to 1600 feet of film to cover every play, penalties, and scores. High school games can be filmed with 1000 to 1200 feet of film. Following techniques suggested, the football filmer will turn out a film that is interesting and valuable for many types of audiences. STEEL )LDING CHAIRS Ametica's fittest hiding Chair • scientifically designed • beautifully finished • sturdy as an oak Clarin Folding Chairs functionally designed to ford restful, relaxing sc^ ing. Rubber feet pre^fl noise, scratching or mar Thousands of users found Clarin Chairs the m6a» economical — the most practical—in the long run. Available in Golden Bronre. or choice of assorted colors. Msy xo Sir up EASY TO fOLD replaceable rubber feet always available Write Today CLARIN MFC. CO. 4fr40\West Harrison St., Dept. CHICAGO 44, III. in !n,«>iituiional s.?rvi(2J; thdndnyciiitfrMkt' NElMf ! the proiector for perfect auditorium —~^ projection f^—^ Developed and used |ffN«(#w«,,^.7 for Government ■*t«S^i; » Services Branches WILL NOT TEAR FILM Write lor Fr«e brochure. THE VIEWLEX AP-7CT PROJECTOR Combination Slide and Strip Film • Stays cooler than room temperature! • Single and Double Frame with Take-Up • Fan Cooled-300 VVott* Standard— 500-750 ond 1000 Available • 5" Luxtar Coated Optics— 7" Available Another great projector by yUm^ INC The greatest name In projKten. 35^01 QUEENS BLVD. t LONG ISUNO CITY 1, N. Y. October, 1949 373