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Best practices

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The 21st century projectionist's guiding principle: every print borrowed for exhibition, regardless of gauge or source, should be handled with a maximum of care and a minimum of shortcuts.

Elements of Style

  • Inspection
  • Projection
  • Shipping
  • Not plattering (including 6k reels?) - arguments pro + con
    • runs vs. one-offs
  • Not using automation or automation tape
  • Cues
  • No need for lens turrets

Recommended Equipment

  • Projectors
  • splicers
  • cleaning supplies
  • rewind benches