Re: Super 8 development

[P3D <TimMaf@xxxxxxx>]

Since Bob had asked, here's my answer on the question of getting 
old film processed. Perhaps most pertinent issue here for 3Der's 
is whether electronic/digital media is sufficient for preserving 
our photographs. I'm of the opinion that it isn't (while I'm on 
indisputable grounds with VHS, some are bound to disagree 
with me on digital). And before Dr.T chimes in with his usual 
"I'm not interested in preservation" let me say I find that opinion 
as unfathomable as he finds us preservationists. :)


>Cherri,
>
>
>>I'm been in the process of transferring old 8mm movie film onto video in
>>order to preserve them and give copies to other family members.  I've come
>>across 5 rolls of undeveloped Super 8mm movie film that my mother has kept
in
>>a box for going on 30 years.  My question is, does anyone have any
>>suggestions on where I might get these rolls developed?
>
>
>There is a place called Rocky Mountain Film Lab (try 303-364-6444 
>or Denver information) that specializes in developing older films. 
>However, I don't know if they can handle movie film so call them. 
>If they can, I do know that the Kodachrome can only be developed 
>without color. If there are any images left after 30 years you'll only
>get B&W. As for the Sears film it depends on what type of film it really is
(that
>is who made it) to know what the chances are there.
>
>You mentioned that you are using VHS to preserve your films. While 
>VHS is convenient for viewing and distribution and will save wear 
>and tear on the film, DON'T make the mistake of thinking you can 
>throw away the film. VHS isn't archival nor of sufficient resolution 
>for preserving your families memories. Many believe that video or 
>digital (and VHS isn't digital) renders the films obsolete but there are 
>too many problems for you to rely on them. If you want your 
>descendants to see these films in the best possible manner then save the
film.
>
>Tim Maffia


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