Home Movies (1944)

HOME MOV l£S FOR DECEMBER PAG6 519 quence than merely cutting and splicing the scenes in the order described. Here tempo must be considered to vitalize the sequence and create the subtle heightening of interest the action demands. Into this one action sequence there might be many individual shots or "cuts." Th: first, a long shot of the hero fleeing from the policeman, may run 3 to 4 seconds; next would be the reaction closeup of the hero looking back — 1 1 2 to 2 seconds; third cut would be the close shot of the pursuing policeman — 2 seconds; the next cut would be of the dog scampering out of the way of the approaching car — 1 to 1 Yz seconds, or enough to allow dog to get completely clear of the car; no more. Then finish with a cutback to the original scene, showing the policeman continuing his pursuit of the car — about 3 seconds.. The actual scene content, however, would more directly determine each scene length than the tentative time formula given here; but, roughly, the scene lengths indicated probably could be safely followed for the first cut of the picture, then shortened as re-editing and screening would indicate as necessary. Of course, it's more work this way, but making movies is work — pleasant work; and better pictures result where the amateur resolves to put in some real Splice your film the way professionals do. ..with a GRISWOLD 4 1 *iJf kI '. t«yf 1 FILM SPLICER The Junior Model illustrated has the same exclusive design features, the same precision construction and the same rugged quality which have made the larger GRISWOLD Models, favorites with the professional movie makers — features which make film splicing easy and assure an accurate splice every time. The Government too, has bought many thousands of GRISWOLD Splicers for use by the armed forces all over the world. Yet with all their advantages and lasting quality, GRISWOLD Splicers are sold at a price that every home movie maker can afford. When you buy a film splicer be sure to ask for a GRISWOLD. GRISWOLD MACHINE WORKS PORT JEFFERSON, NEW YORK This "Junior Model" for 14mm. and 8mm. film, meets every requirement of the home movie maker. Griswold Splicers are made in models for all film sizes. The Radiant Screen here illustrated is Model DS — a portable Metal Tripod Screen — sturdy but light, compact, easily set-up, quickly adjustable. Available in sizes from 30"x40', to52"x72". An Amazing Improvement In Your Pictures — when you project on Radiant "HyFleet" Glass Beaded Screens— as contrasted to old, faded screens and makeshifts The difference is almost unbelievable! Camera and home movie fans say they can scarcely recognize their old motion pictures, stills and kodachromes when they project them on this improved screen surface. Black and whites show up in brilliant contrast. Colors take on new warmth and depth. The explanation: Thousands of tiny glass optical beads firmly imbedded in the snow white plastic screen surface. Light is reflected brilliantly instead of being partially absorbed. An improved process protects screen against cracking or peeling and assures lasting whiteness. Radiant Screens offer you many new Special Features In addition to the "Hy-Flect" Glass Beaded Screen Surface — you will find many special conveniences and unique advantages in Radiant Tripod Screens. These include: 1. Automatic Clutch. A positive device that permits instant raising and lowering of screen housing without the necessity of manipulating screws and bolts. So simple and easy to operate a child can use it. 2. Quick Tripod Release. Tripod legs may be opened or closed quickly. They support the screen in any position for wide or narrow spread without set screws or plungers. 3. Auto-Lock. (Pat. applied for. 1 Jusc touch convenient button for raising or lowering center extension rod and screen instantly. 4. Convertible from Square to Oblong — for movies, stills or slides. Radiant square sized screens are convertible to oblong by merely raising screen to indicated position. Send for FREE Bulletin P!ease send -..."""STltt^^P^ KSSfcECPSa CaeK»<* Table Screens lor \ homes, clubs, etc. |