What makes Super 8 such an attraction for short films, music videos and even commercials in this digital age? Created as a home-video device, Super 8 is now a filmmaking format that has achieved cult status. More than an alternative to 16mm and 35mm film, Super 8 film creates a filmic aesthetic like no other.
Learn how to shoot on Super 8 and complete your project digitally. We will discuss the development and execution of storylines that optimise the use of the format. You will learn how to operate a camera and be exposed to filmmaking techniques that allows one to take advantage of the unique Super 8 features. You will receive a Quicktime file when the film stock is processed and transferred, allowing you to edit your work or incorporate your footage as mixed media in a final project.
Participants will meet back in late Sept for a screening at Objectifs.* Don't miss this unique opportunity - the only one of its kind in Singapore - to explore Super 8 in a workshop!
| Schedule | Session 1: Aug 20, 730pm - 1000pm Session 2: Aug 27, 730pm - 1000pm Session 3: Aug 30, 1000am - 500pm Session 4: Sept (Date TBC), 730pm - 900pm |
| Instructor | Gozde and Russel Zehnder |
| Fees | S$385. Includes use of Super 8 camera, film, processing and transfer fees (to digital). |
| Pre-Reqs | Basic knowledge of filmmaking recommended. Participants have access to our digital lab for editing upon completion of the film transfer to Quicktime. |
| Course Overview | |
| Session 1 | Introduction |
| Session 2 | Camera handling - cont'd Handling film stock Shooting - understanding quality of light and interaction with film Preparing your action plan |
| Session 3 | Production Review of action plan In-class production and consultation (Participants will work in teams, taking turns to direct and crew for one another) Wrap-up |
| Session 4 | Screening Final class screening and critique |