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- 9 Long-Forgotten Superhero Movies of the '90s
NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 29 January) - The ‘90s were the testing ground for superhero genre movies.With bizarre superhero costumes, low budgets, and ambition that outweighed the technology of the time, these movies were a mixed bag. Some were too good, some were huge missteps, while others quietly faded away.However, no one can deny that superhero movies... - ‘The Godfather’: Michael’s Quiet Threat to Fredo NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 29 January) - Imagine yourself in an important business meeting with a sleazy shark, and your older, kinda lame, brother is putting you on the spot because of his lack of understanding, and just pure lameness.That’s what is happening to Michael Corleone (Al Pacino) in his meeting with Moe Greene (Alex Rocco). And...
- Why ‘A Quiet Place’ Needed 40 Script Drafts NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 29 January) - Writing for films is a process that isn’t as simple as it may seem. Having to do constant revisions and ending up with multiple drafts is a common thing. This may be why many screenplays never see the light of day, especially if you are new at this and lack...
- The Line That Made ‘Labyrinth’ a Fairytale for Grown-Ups NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 29 January) - We’ve learned from movies such as Chris Columbus' Home Alone or Jim Henson’s Labyrinth that wishes are not to be taken for granted. But beyond that, these stories also measure the scope of accountability in survival.Sarah's journey, which may be presented as a child’s fantasy adventure, is, in reality, a...
- Movie Myths: Did Steven Spielberg Secretly Direct ‘Poltergeist’? NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 29 January) - Some movie myths continue to be whispered around the corners of Hollywood and theories of movie buffs alike, simply because the idea that they might be true is just too fascinating to let go of. Poltergeist (1982), officially directed by Tobe Hooper, is one such movie.Ever since the movie hit...
- This Shocking ‘Oppenheimer’ Line Was Not In the Script (And Why That Matters) NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 29 January) - Some of the most powerful moments in the history of cinema were not a part of the script. They weren’t meticulously planned or written years in advance. They were born out of a strong human creative impulse. In Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer (2023), this pivotal moment occurs during a fictionalized version...
- Final Cut Pro 12.0
News Shooter (Thursday, 29 January) - Apple has released Final Cut Pro 12.0, which is the biggest update in quite some time. While there are some new and useful features, this isn’t as big an overhaul as a lot of Final Cut Pro users would be hoping for. As we previously reported, Final Cut Pro is now part... - Neo vs. Paul Atreides: What It Takes To be “The One” NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 29 January) - There’s a moment in certain stories when fate corners our hero and tells them to rise to the occasion, or reality falls apart. Often, it's a leap of faith without a safety net. Cinema loves those moments.There is no promise of glory or silver linings, only the cost of becoming...
- Gitzo GIGT2545T Traveler Series 2 Carbon Fiber Tripod on sale for $362.95 USD News Shooter (Thursday, 29 January) - The Gitzo GIGT2545T Traveler Series 2 Carbon Fiber Tripod is on sale for $362.95 USD, which is a discount of $330 USD. The Gitzo GIGT2545T Traveler Series 2 Carbon Fiber Tripod is a compact support system with legs that fold around the center column and optional head. These reverse-folding legs contribute to...
- SWIT BM-H 4K Studio Monitors Firmware Update adds support for JETI Specbos 2501 probe News Shooter (Thursday, 29 January) - SWIT has announced a new firmware update for its BM-H215HDR and BM-H245 4K Studio Monitors. This new firmware update adds support for the JETI Specbos 2501 probe. Whats new in v24.5.42R? Add JETI SPECBOS 2501 support for Auto calibration Fixed system freeze issue after Auto Calibration by X-rite i1 Probe...
- More Canon RF 35 f/1.2L and RF 24 f/1.2L Optical Designs
Canonrumors (Thursday, 29 January) - In this patent application (2026-013481), Canon has several interesting embodiments that we will explore here. These embodiments look very much like something I'd expect to see in a production halo RF 35mm f/1.2 prime. Lots of elements and dual focus groups to maximize the speed of focus, and also assist... - Canon continues to push forward with a Canon RF 35mm f/1.2L and RF 24mm f/1.2L Canonrumors (Thursday, 29 January) - In this patent application (2026-013481), Canon has several interesting embodiments that we will explore here. These embodiments look very much like something I'd expect to see in a production halo RF 35mm f/1.2 prime. Lots of elements and dual focus groups to maximize the speed of focus, and also assist...
- Obvious C Broadcasts Skiing World Cup utilizing a Blackmagic Design Workflow News Shooter (Thursday, 29 January) - Blackmagic Design is certainly making inroads into traditional broadcasting markets and recently Obvious C broadcast the Skiing World Cup by utilizing a Blackmagic Design Workflow. Obvious C, is a production company founded by Alexandon Kazabon that specializes in TV sports. One of the main clients is Freestyle Canada, for whom...
- An updated list of where Nikon Z cameras and lenses are manufactured
Nikonrumors (Thursday, 29 January) - Here is the latest/updated list of Nikon Z mirrorless cameras and lenses, and the country of manufacturing: Mirrorless camera (Z series) Country of origin Z9, Z8, Z7II, Z6III, Z6II, Z7, Z6, Z5II Z5, Zf, Zfc, Z50, Z50II, Z30 Thailand NIKKOR Z Lenses NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct NIKKOR... - How to Turn a Film Festival Connection Into a Creative Partnership NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 29 January) - If there's any lesson to take from the partnership between Alec Goldberg and Camille Wormser, it's that you don't know what's possible unless you ask.That's not the only thing we learned from the duo, of course, but when we heard that they were mutual filmmakers who saw each other's work...
