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18-548: The Cinema Camera is a line of digital movie cameras developed and manufactured by Blackmagic Design , introduced on September 4, 2012. They are a series of small form-factor cinema cameras that shoot in 6K, 4K, 2.5K, and 1080p resolution, making them more versatile when compared to standard-resolution digital movie cameras. All cameras use at least the RAW , Blackmagic RAW (BRAW), CinemaDNG , Apple ProRes and/or Avid DNxHD codecs and formats in 8K, 6K, 4K, 2.5K or 1080p. All of

36-602: A number of movie cameras on the market designed specifically for high-end digital cinematography use. These cameras typically offer relatively large sensors, selectable frame rates, recording options with low compression ratios or, in some cases, no compression, and the ability to use high-quality optics. Some of the cameras are expensive, and some are only available to rent. Some of the most used professional digital movie cameras include: Independent movie-makers have also pressed low-cost consumer and hybrid prosumer cameras into service for digital cinematography. Though image quality

54-443: A number of skeletons in his closet that gnaw at his conscience. It gradually becomes evident that this nocturnal visitor may be supernatural. Whether or not anyone believes it, he knows that a creature from folklore has placed a curse on him. And now, true calamity will descend on Krister and those close to him. Filip Tegstedt has commented in numerous interviews that he wanted to make a film that explores Swedish folklore surrounding

72-458: Is a young director with the chops to make a The Devil's Backbone or a Pan's Labyrinth if he were given the finances and freedom to do so. In fact, he may well already have done the former with Marianne." Scott Weinberg of Fearnet wrote, "Although probably not recommended for the hardcore gorehounds, the creepy, insightful and effectively melancholy Marianne is a quiet little winner." Michael Gingold of Fangoria wrote, "Tegstedt develops

90-435: Is an extremely accomplished debut that will get under the skin". Kurt Halfyard of Twitch Film described Marianne as "a film that subtly uses the language of domestic drama to craft a realistic and true horror film", and also stated that this "is a brave thing to attempt with a first feature". Kurt Halfyard was so impressed that he added "Somebody, please, get Guillermo del Toro in contact with Filip Tegstedt because here

108-449: Is typically much lower than what can be produced with professional digital cinematography cameras, the technology has steadily improved, most significantly in the last several years with the arrival of high-definition cameras in this market. These inexpensive cameras are limited by their relatively high compression ratios, their small sensors, and the quality of their optics. Many also have integrated lenses which cannot be changed. MiniDV

126-555: The cameras being relatively cheap and small and, therefore, easily used to shoot different angles in tight locations. Marianne (2011 film) Marianne is a 2011 Swedish horror film , written and directed by Filip Tegstedt , that premiered at the 2011 Fantasia International Film Festival on 2 August 2011. Thomas Hedengran plays a father who is plagued by guilt over the death of his wife. The life of Krister has become an unending nightmare, ever since his wife's death. There seems to be no respite for this man, tormented by

144-423: The cameras require use of Blackmagic's proprietary Camera Utility software and need to be connected to a computer via USB to install the firmware. The software and firmware are obtained through Blackmagic's website. Digital movie camera Since the 2000s, digital movie cameras have become the dominant type of camera in the motion picture industry, replacing movie cameras that shoot on film. There are

162-454: The concept of the Mare, traditionally thought to be responsible for the contemporary medical phenomenon of sleep paralysis . This is a condition where patients report waking up paralyzed, unable to move, whilst feeling a presence in the room like someone is watching them. The paralysis often comes with the sense of a heavy weight on their chest that makes it difficult to breathe. Contributing to

180-550: The consumer and prosumer markets with the HDV format. HDV cameras sold with a wide range of capabilities. Many support progressive shooting modes, and some have sensors with full 1920x1080 resolution (though the HDV format itself can only record 1440x1080 in non-square pixels, and DVCPRO HD only records at 1280x1080 or 960x720). In addition, some Canon and JVC HDV camcorders have the ability to use high-quality interchangeable lenses, rather than

198-545: The development of this film was a reaction against the funding priorities of the Swedish Film Institute . Tegstedt has remarked that part of the reason why there are no good horror films in Sweden is that horror films are seen to be, culturally speaking, a lower class of film, less deserving of funding. In reaction to this perceived genre hierarchy, Tegstedt decided to liquidate all his assets in order to finance

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216-415: The errors of his past and held prisoner by a grim daily existence. Not only must he raise his newborn child alone, he must also contend with the mood swings of his older daughter Sandra, a rebellious youth harbouring deep animosity towards her father, blaming him for all the ills that have befallen the family. Faced with such difficult circumstances, Krister is slowly losing his grip on himself, which threatens

234-629: The fixed lenses that are included with most prosumer cameras. The Canon EOS 5D Mark II is a " full-frame " format HDSLR camera capable of recording 1080p video at 24, 25 or 30 frames per second, with a file size limit of 4 GB. Movie makers are pressing this camera into service as a low-cost way to shoot motion footage. The Canon EOS 7D is an APS-C HDSLR that was used to shoot the independent horror film Marianne and Sound of My Voice . Both cameras have been used together to shoot point-of-view (POV) action scenes in The Avengers due to

252-430: The marketing strategy depends on getting press and acceptance in film festivals. The film premiered at Fantasia International Film Festival on 2 August 2011. Marianne has received positive reviews. Garry McConnachie of MCMBUZZ wrote that "director Tegstedt gets his character development spot on and his use of sound and visuals ensure viewers will be on the edge of their seats when it's required", and that " Marianne

270-502: The production of Marianne and take a high interest loan. While other producers also offered to finance his debut feature, they were only willing to do this on the condition that Marianne was filmed in Stockholm . Filip felt that a key part of the story was the northern location of Östersund , and the fact that it was his hometown, and that he wanted the film to be as authentic to his vision as possible. Tegstedt has remarked that

288-434: The teaching career he exhibits a waning interest in. The mental health of this damaged man is deteriorating and those around him have reason to be concerned. Especially because, for some time now, Krister has been plagued by night terrors, his fitful slumber intruded upon by a mysterious woman with dark designs on him. He initially believes these visions are a symptom of serious post-traumatic shock. Krister does, after all, have

306-518: Was the Sony VX-1000, which was used to shoot Spike Lee 's Bamboozled . In 2002, Panasonic released the AG-DVX100 , which was the first affordable camcorder to support progressive scan at 24 frames per second on its 60Hz version, duplicating the motion characteristics of film and allowing for easier transfers to film. Sony , JVC and Canon brought high-definition video acquisition to

324-531: Was the predominant standard definition consumer video acquisition format in the early 2000s. Steven Soderbergh used the Canon XL-1s MiniDV camera while shooting Full Frontal . The Danny Boyle directed British horror film, 28 Days Later was also shot on MiniDV using the Canon XL-1 , albeit with traditional Panavision 35mm film lenses. One of the first MiniDV cameras used on a feature film

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