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Motion picture film is processed in regularly scheduled runs and all processing is done in-house. Deadline for each run can be found in our Turn Around Time section. We are able to process all types of old small format (16 mm and smaller) motion picture film. There are three primary types of these films. Each requires different handling and each is unique as far as the result you can expect. The brand and age of film, correct exposure and proper storage conditions will all affect the outcome as well. A brief explanation of the three types of film follows.
For information on transferring previously developed film to DVD or transferring video to DVD see our Scans, Reprints and Movie Transfers section
With these films, the dye is part of the film emulsion and it is still possible to process these films into color images. Though our success with this type of film is generally 90% - 95%, they are likely to turn out faded and color shifted from age. For this reason, we recommend that you not only have us process the film but also allow us to transfer it to DVD. During transfer, the color and density will be corrected as much as possible. In some instances, based on our experience with certain dye incorporated films (e.g. Ansco and Focal brand) we advise processing them as Black & White negative to improve the chances of salvaging something (see the paragraph below).
If you have recent Ektachrome stocks requiring E6 processing or ECN2 (e.g.. Vision 4) we are happy to provide a referral. We do not handle current processes.
With this type of film, the color dye is not part of the film emulsion and it is no longer possible to have it processed into color images because the required chemistry is no longer available. This film must be processed into a Black & White negative and then transferred to video so that you can view the image in positive. Our success with this type of film is lower than with the Ektachrome type. For Super 8 format, the overall success rate is around 80%; for regular 8 (which is most often older film) the success rate is around 50% - 60%. The image quality ranges from fairly good to extremely poor; most often the quality is fair to very poor. If there is absolutely no image on your film, it will not be transferred and a partial refund will be made. If we are able to make out any kind of image at all on your film, regardless of quality or quantity, it will be transferred and the usual price will be charged.
If you request our "Process Only" service for this type of film, you will not be able to view it properly on a projector. Conversion to a positive image is necessary (i.e. transfer to video). Not all service providers can do this.
Most small format Black & White motion picture film that we receive in for processing was intended to be processed into a positive image. If your film is less than twenty years old or so, we can refer you to a motion picture lab that is able to process your film into a positive. If it is older than this, we recommend that it be processed into a Black & White negative (see the paragraph above). This is a higher contrast process, which is beneficial when dealing with very old film. Like non-dye incorporated color films, the film is then transferred onto video as a positive so that you are able to view it properly. If there is absolutely no image on your film it will not be transferred and a partial refund will be made. If we are able to make out anything at all on your film, regardless of quality or quantity, it will be transferred and the usual price will be charged.
If we are unable to salvage any kind of image at all from your 8mm film (any format) or 16mm magazine format film, there is a charge of $25 or per 50' roll, less the volume discount if applicable.
If we are unable to salvage any kind of image at all from your 16mm roll format film you will be charged the usual "process only" price, less volume discount if applicable.
Due to the likelihood of breakage in the processor we will no longer process shrunken or extremely damaged film. If your film smells rancid, appears puckered or the film can is rusted shut, we will not risk developing it. Film will be returned at customer's expense.
Most Moviechrome films (Agfa, Ansco, Boots) will have residual carbon backing which, due to age, has become difficult to remove during processing and these films require rewashing. There is a $10.00 surcharge on each Moviechrome cassette because they require this additional handling.
Backup copies of all Home Player Compatible DVD transfers are kept at Film Rescue indefinitely. If your film is being transferred to or mini DV, a Home Player Compatible DVD (Lower quality than MiniDV) is kept as a backup. If you select to have your film transferred to a digital file, it's kept for a period of 3 months (due to file size) so we can ensure you've received it. You may request security shipping to have your film sent separate from the video (additional charge).
Film is processed in regular six week cycles. Film for the next cycle must be in our hands before the beginning of the cycle. The next cycle starts on the following date:
Motion film for processing received by this date should be shipped in approximately 6 weeks. Rush processing is available upon request.
Good things are worth waiting for!
If you'd like your metal cans or cartridges to be returned, please request this on your order form under 'Additional Information'.
| Within USA or Canada | 8.00 |
| Overseas shipping (outside USA and Canada) | Contact Us |
| DVD | SD .MOV1 or .AVI1 | HD .MOV1 | HD .AVI1 | |
| 8mm 25' or 50' or 16mm 50' Magazine | 44.00 | 48.00 | 52.00 | 56.50 |
| 16mm Roll (Ektachrome Only) — charge per foot min. 100' | 1.24 | 1.29 | 1.31 | 1.33 |
| 16mm Roll (All Except Ektachrome) — charge per foot min. 100' | 0.62 | 0.65 | 0.66 | 0.67 |
1. Transfers are supplied on data DVDs. With transfers longer than 20 minutes the files are spanned on multiple DVDs including software to easily reconstruct the files onto your hard drive. The process is simple and intuitive. Mac users are welcome to supply their own OS formatted external hard drive or a drive we are free to reformat (reformatting erases the content of the drive). Sorry – Due to drive formatting issues we are unable to supply PC compatible files on an external hard drive.
| 8mm 25' or 50' OR 16mm magazines (metal rectangular cartridge) | 25.00 |
| 16mm Roll (Ektachrome Only) — charge per foot, 100 foot minimum | 1.10 |
| 16mm Roll (All Except Ektachrome) — charge per foot, 100 foot minimum | 0.55 |
Previously developed film that will be transferred must meet or exceed the length of the film to be developed to be eligble for these prices.
| 8mm 25' or 50' OR 16mm 50'magazines (metal rectangular cartridge) | 34.00 |
| 16mm Roll (Ektachrome Only) — charge per foot, 100 foot minimum | 1.10 |
| 16mm Roll (All Except Ektachrome) — charge per foot, 100 foot minimum | 0.55 |
| Per Disc | 10.00 |
| 6 - 10 8mm Rolls, Cassettes/16mm Magazines OR 600' - 1200' of 16mm Rolls | 10% |
| 11 - 15 8mm Rolls, Cassettes/16mm Magazines OR 1300' - 1900' of 16mm Rolls | 15% |
| 16 - 20 8mm Rolls, Cassettes/16mm Magazines OR 2000' or more of 16mm Rolls | 20% |
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