The kindest cuts of all

Article Abstract:

There is a demand from fans and collectors for extended or alternative versions of videos. Reformatting to the original wide-screen ratio is also popular, particularly in sci-fi and horror films. The clearer sound and pictures of laser-disc technology enables the user to freeze-frame films. Laser-discs are divided into chapters which can be accessed instantly without fast-forwarding. Laser-discs offer classic movies with three separate sound tracks, one with commentary. The bimonthly magazine 'Video Watchdog' documents detailed differences of video versions.

Usage, Innovations, Video recording industry, Optical disks (Storage media), Video recordings, Optical disks

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Are you camera ready?

Article Abstract:

The Independent newspaper is running a competition for aspiring filmmakers who wish to gain a place on the Sony Filmmakers' Project. This scheme involves workshops led by leading filmmakers, who will give details about the production principles used for documentaries, music videos and television commercials. They will make it clear that work of very high quality can be produced on relatively inexpensive camcorders. Each workshop will close with students showing their completed films.

Motion pictures, Movies

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A very nasty piece of work

Article Abstract:

The controversy surrounding the making of the film 'The Wicker Man' is discussed. It was thought that the original film had gone missing, but it has now been possible to make a director's cut version.

The Wicker Man (Motion picture)

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