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“When you make a Blu-ray, its not the same as the print process was. You have little or no control over any print that was ever made. You are a victim of the 35mm printing process.” quote by William Friedkin
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“When you make a Blu-ray, its not the same as the print process was. You have little or no control over any print that was ever made. You are a victim of the 35mm printing process.”

William Friedkin

About This Quote

Source Interview: Discussing Blu-ray vs. print, 2005

Blu-ray production differs from traditional printing; creators lack control over past prints, making them dependent on older processes.

In simple terms: Blu-ray lacks control over old prints.

Key Takeaway

Understand technical limits before planning releases.

Themes

technology media control production limitations

Mood

frustrated analytical

Type

technical industry

When to use this quote

  • film distribution
  • home media releases
  • archival restoration
  • budget planning

Key Concepts

digital media printing technology intellectual property

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this limitation affect creative decisions?
  • Can new standards overcome legacy constraints?
A Different Perspective

Limited control may hinder artistic intent and market flexibility.

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