Movie Makers (Jan-Dec 1949)

MOVIE MAKERS 391 A limitation is placed on the running time of the pictures to be reviewed, in order that as large a number as possible may benefit by an analysis of their filming efforts. Experienced club filmers are called upon to serve as critics, and the maker of the film must be ready for an honest appraisal of his picture regardless of his personal feelings. A good procedure for the reviewer to follow is to mention first what he believes to be the good points of the film — and then to call attention to its shortcomings. He should make suggestions as to how it may be improved through changes, editing or additions. It is also well for him to explain how he would have handled the assignment had it been his. The supplementary meetings are ideal for the demonstration of new equipment and new techniques. Manufacturers are always ready to cooperate by sending representatives to supply complete information concerning new developments of interest to movie makers. An effective method of demonstrating the value of certain movie making techniques is the "before-and-after" presentation. The supplementary meeting with its small group is an ideal setting in which to exploit to the fullest this excellent teaching process. Let us take, for example, the subject of film editing. A qualified speaker will lead off with a discussion of its opportunities. Then a four minute film, the work of a novice, will be screened in the exact order in which it came from the processing station. An open discussion then follows. During it suggestions will be made from the floor as to how this reel could be edited. These are jotted down and at last a final agreement is reached on what should be done to the film. Two members then work together at the editing board, cutting up the film completely and reassembling it in accordance with the group plan. While this is being done, the business of the meeting is continued. At the end of the evening, the now fully edited film is screened. The difference is astounding. The value of careful editing has been dramatically and effectively demonstrated. This subdivision and streamlining of operations as just outlined are serving the Metropolitan Motion Picture Club well. Somewhere down the line every member benefits. He learns new techniques, he is kept informed on recent developments in equipment. He enjoys learning how to make better pictures. He relaxes while seeing the very best in amateur filming. These opportunities. with variations, are within reach of '•very large amateur movie club. Club management has only to specialize to present something for Piwvbody. SCHOOL MOVIE EnferkinmefiT-Faucd'on • Ck ITE ilesMessdqes rfu\ All the advantages of iinest 16mm projection (silent or sound) are made available at LOW COST. Write for details. See your dealer for demonstration. 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