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<DIV dir=ltr align=left><SPAN class=641270019-30032009>No, I think that, like
any camera shot, if it is annoying or if you "notice" the camera shot, then you
have detracted from the story. I think used properly, you wouldn't realize
it in a movie unless you were looking for it. The video example does
demonstrate its ability, but was intended only for that. On the other
hand, bury that shot in a movie where the actor has come out fully equipped for
battle and you're panning all around him to see how he's geared up - you'd
probably never think about how they shot it. I see lots of uses for
it. </SPAN></DIV><BR>
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<FONT face=Tahoma><B>From:</B> cinema-bounces@konvas.org
[mailto:cinema-bounces@konvas.org] <B>On Behalf Of
</B>Speedbirdmgh@aol.com<BR><B>Sent:</B> Monday, March 30, 2009 2:50
PM<BR><B>To:</B> cinema@konvas.org<BR><B>Subject:</B> Re: [Konvas] New
rig?<BR></FONT><BR></DIV>
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<DIV>Yes, I am interested, size does matter!</DIV>
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<DIV>I am not sure what this rig does that the steadicam rig does'nt do, except
that it rolls over.</DIV>
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<DIV>The main stem seems to be made of carbon fibre so there's a bit of weight
saving there but do you need to have such a 'long take' when it can be broken up
into segments. Obviously, one long take saves you re-setting but how often are
you going to do this. The man does stop during the take anyway and the
camera goes around him but this would'nt really happen in a movie would it. I
can see it being used in fast action sequencies but if it kept revolving then
the audience would certainly get motion sickness if it was used all the time. I
am sure it can be used in a creative way and this little show case film
certainly demonstrated its maximum potential albeit a limited one. A nice extra
tool that probably would appeal to the "video heads" who are eager to seek out
new ways to annoy an audience rather than spend a little extra on the script
writer to maximise the films potential. </DIV>
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<DIV>I surpose many people are now thinking of making one out of 'bamboo' and
bits of string and will wonder why their beloved camera fell down eight
flights of stairs onto someones head. A lot of thought has gone into this
contraption and that's where the money had been invested, they will want to see
a return on their capital and so assume will be charging an arm and leg for it.
Can the cost be justified on one film!</DIV>
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<DIV>I think it would be handy for someone like T2 who only has two minutes to
impress his audience and so could be an invaluable tool to have if the initial
expense can be justified. But sooner or later everybody will be using one and
the uniqueness will be short lived.</DIV>
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<DIV>I must say he's a nice looking boy. I want one!</DIV>
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<DIV>Rita</DIV>
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