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thom_kuo

𝕋𝕙𝕠𝕞 𝕂𝕦𝕠, ASCF | Motion Picture Film Advocate

Made in Taiwan 🇹🇼~shoot film, Kodak motion picture lovin' goon from Sin-Sin-Nati, OH 🇺🇸 | English is my 2nd language. Shitty English is 1st

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What is best in life?
-Crush your digital enemies
-See the hard drives crumble before you
-Hear the lamentations of a DIT
Crooooooommmmmm!
📷= @thaiscastralli
@kodak_shootfilm
#kodak #filmworthy


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2 years ago


I am truly grateful to all those who allowed me to be part of your filmmaking journey🙏
Watching us support each other in our celluloid endeavors has been such a privilege.
#kodak #film #arriflex #moviecamera


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1 years ago

I am truly grateful to all those who allowed me to be part of your filmmaking journey🙏
Watching us support each other in our celluloid endeavors has been such a privilege.
#kodak #film #arriflex #moviecamera


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16
1 years ago

I am truly grateful to all those who allowed me to be part of your filmmaking journey🙏
Watching us support each other in our celluloid endeavors has been such a privilege.
#kodak #film #arriflex #moviecamera


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16
1 years ago

I am truly grateful to all those who allowed me to be part of your filmmaking journey🙏
Watching us support each other in our celluloid endeavors has been such a privilege.
#kodak #film #arriflex #moviecamera


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16
1 years ago

Awwww yeah...BFG 9000 as my friend Walter V. @waltervolpatto
called it. Celluloid sister and killer photographer
@thaiscastralli captured this boss photo slinging the Panavision XL. This was lightweight compared to when I handled an XL with a 1000ft mag & 11:1 back in 2005. Some sayI shrunk that day. Yes...some say.
#panavised #film #kodakmotionpicturefilm


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2 years ago

A refresher on how to load an Arri 35-3 magazine, which also works on an Arri 2C and if you're broke after buying an Arri 435 body, this does work on the 435 but doesn't go above 120fps
Also, follow the @ascf_official to get your celluloid fix. Film is family.


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2 days ago

Director Meriel O'Connell @merieloconnell
April
Van Nuys, CA
Mamiya RZ67/ Illford HP5
Developer: Rodinal
#mamiya #ilfordhp5plus


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1 weeks ago


Director Meriel O'Connell @merieloconnell
April
Van Nuys, CA
Mamiya RZ67/ Illford HP5
Developer: Rodinal
#mamiya #ilfordhp5plus


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1
1 weeks ago

Director Meriel O'Connell @merieloconnell
April
Van Nuys, CA
Mamiya RZ67/ Illford HP5
Developer: Rodinal
#mamiya #ilfordhp5plus


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1 weeks ago

Still thinking about our episode with @thom_kuo 😏

Check out episode 2 with analog legend, founder of @ascf_official, and film scanner behind iconic films such as Killers of the Flower Moon, Baby Driver, Django Unchained, I’Tonya, Little Women, Maestro, Marty Supreme – and many more.


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1 weeks ago

Still thinking about our episode with @thom_kuo 😏

Check out episode 2 with analog legend, founder of @ascf_official, and film scanner behind iconic films such as Killers of the Flower Moon, Baby Driver, Django Unchained, I’Tonya, Little Women, Maestro, Marty Supreme – and many more.


368
31
1 weeks ago

Still thinking about our episode with @thom_kuo 😏

Check out episode 2 with analog legend, founder of @ascf_official, and film scanner behind iconic films such as Killers of the Flower Moon, Baby Driver, Django Unchained, I’Tonya, Little Women, Maestro, Marty Supreme – and many more.


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31
1 weeks ago

Still thinking about our episode with @thom_kuo 😏

Check out episode 2 with analog legend, founder of @ascf_official, and film scanner behind iconic films such as Killers of the Flower Moon, Baby Driver, Django Unchained, I’Tonya, Little Women, Maestro, Marty Supreme – and many more.


368
31
1 weeks ago

Still thinking about our episode with @thom_kuo 😏

Check out episode 2 with analog legend, founder of @ascf_official, and film scanner behind iconic films such as Killers of the Flower Moon, Baby Driver, Django Unchained, I’Tonya, Little Women, Maestro, Marty Supreme – and many more.


368
31
1 weeks ago


Still thinking about our episode with @thom_kuo 😏

Check out episode 2 with analog legend, founder of @ascf_official, and film scanner behind iconic films such as Killers of the Flower Moon, Baby Driver, Django Unchained, I’Tonya, Little Women, Maestro, Marty Supreme – and many more.


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1 weeks ago

Here it is:
Kodak Verita 5206 200D (rated 250D, because I felt like it)
Arriflex 2C/ 2 PERF
Tokina 11-16mm T16
Impressions: "look at me, I'm Verita"
But seriously, I was surprised at the neutrality of the footage. Previous complaints I've seen and heard were that the highlights have a magenta spike (mostly by me). This did not. Very surprised.

Though warm out the gate, it didn't annoy me like 5207 250D does. It's less red. I think you should consider the lens coating factors in this as well.

Huzzah @kodak_shootfilm for a mid-range daylight stock that doesn't annoy me!
#35mm #arriflex


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2 weeks ago

Just a reminder that the Earth will claim us
Omega 45
Nikon Nikkor 210mm
Arista 100 EDU
No one really mentions Arista film. The proprietary Freestyle Photo film. Some say it's an eastern European emulsion. Someone must know.


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1 months ago

Sheldon Skate Park, Sun Valley 2025
Arriflex 2C 2PERF
Tokina 11-16mm
Kodak Vision 2 5212 100T
So...for future reference, I should not leave film in a magazine for 2 years (mag tape said 2024). Clearly expired with very bad uneven development.
#kodakmotionpicturefilm #2perf


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1 months ago

Is shooting on film actually complicated… or just misunderstood? 🎞️ Shooting on film is far more approachable than most people think, and @thom_kuo is here to tell you why

Full episode out now! Watch or listen on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts 🎙️ links in bio


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2 months ago

We’re giving away 400ft of 35mm + a spot at an ASCF Film Loading Workshop in LA 🎞️ If you’ve been wanting to shoot on film — this is your sign!

In honor of our recent episode on demystifying shooting an indie feature on film, we’re teaming up with @thom_kuo and @ascf_official to support filmmakers who are passionate about their craft & keeping celluloid alive

WHAT YOU WIN:
🎞 400ft of 35mm film
🎬 A free spot at an ASCF Film Loading Workshop with Thom Kuo (Los Angeles)

If you’re outside LA, we’ll ship the 35mm (US only) Workshop spot will be forfeited

HOW TO ENTER:
1️⃣ Follow @thenextfilmpodcast
2️⃣ Subscribe to our YouTube channel (link in bio)
3️⃣ Comment on Episode 2: “Why I’m Shooting My Next Feature on 16mm with Thom Kuo”
✨ BONUS: Share this post to your story and tag us for an extra entry

Giveaway runs Feb 19 – Feb 26
Winner announced Feb 26 at 5PM PST (selected at random + contacted via DM)

Let’s get more filmmakers shooting on film 👏

This giveaway is not affiliated with or endorsed by Instagram or YouTube.


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2 months ago


We’re giving away 400ft of 35mm + a spot at an ASCF Film Loading Workshop in LA 🎞️ If you’ve been wanting to shoot on film — this is your sign!

In honor of our recent episode on demystifying shooting an indie feature on film, we’re teaming up with @thom_kuo and @ascf_official to support filmmakers who are passionate about their craft & keeping celluloid alive

WHAT YOU WIN:
🎞 400ft of 35mm film
🎬 A free spot at an ASCF Film Loading Workshop with Thom Kuo (Los Angeles)

If you’re outside LA, we’ll ship the 35mm (US only) Workshop spot will be forfeited

HOW TO ENTER:
1️⃣ Follow @thenextfilmpodcast
2️⃣ Subscribe to our YouTube channel (link in bio)
3️⃣ Comment on Episode 2: “Why I’m Shooting My Next Feature on 16mm with Thom Kuo”
✨ BONUS: Share this post to your story and tag us for an extra entry

Giveaway runs Feb 19 – Feb 26
Winner announced Feb 26 at 5PM PST (selected at random + contacted via DM)

Let’s get more filmmakers shooting on film 👏

This giveaway is not affiliated with or endorsed by Instagram or YouTube.


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15
2 months ago

We’re giving away 400ft of 35mm + a spot at an ASCF Film Loading Workshop in LA 🎞️ If you’ve been wanting to shoot on film — this is your sign!

In honor of our recent episode on demystifying shooting an indie feature on film, we’re teaming up with @thom_kuo and @ascf_official to support filmmakers who are passionate about their craft & keeping celluloid alive

WHAT YOU WIN:
🎞 400ft of 35mm film
🎬 A free spot at an ASCF Film Loading Workshop with Thom Kuo (Los Angeles)

If you’re outside LA, we’ll ship the 35mm (US only) Workshop spot will be forfeited

HOW TO ENTER:
1️⃣ Follow @thenextfilmpodcast
2️⃣ Subscribe to our YouTube channel (link in bio)
3️⃣ Comment on Episode 2: “Why I’m Shooting My Next Feature on 16mm with Thom Kuo”
✨ BONUS: Share this post to your story and tag us for an extra entry

Giveaway runs Feb 19 – Feb 26
Winner announced Feb 26 at 5PM PST (selected at random + contacted via DM)

Let’s get more filmmakers shooting on film 👏

This giveaway is not affiliated with or endorsed by Instagram or YouTube.


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2 months ago

The film knows what it wants to be. Advocate for it 🎞️✨

Full episode about demystifying shooting an independent feature on film out now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts 🎙️


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2 months ago


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