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“'Mildred' was the first film I shot on Super 16 with Ed Lachman, and we decided to continue doing so for 'Carol.'” quote by Todd Haynes
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“'Mildred' was the first film I shot on Super 16 with Ed Lachman, and we decided to continue doing so for 'Carol.'”

Todd Haynes

About This Quote

Source Interview: IndieWire, 2015

Using Super 16 film adds a distinct aesthetic that influenced the visual style of subsequent projects.

In simple terms: Super 16 gives a unique look.

Key Takeaway

Leverage film format to shape storytelling.

Themes

cinematography film technology artistic choice visual storytelling

Mood

creative technical reflective

Type

film artistic

When to use this quote

  • feature filmmaking
  • artistic direction
  • visual experimentation

Key Concepts

analog vs digital aesthetic consistency

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why choose Super 16 over digital?
  • How does format affect narrative?
A Different Perspective

Technology may limit flexibility compared to digital.

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