Review of Side by Side (2012) by Scott L — 25 Mar 2013

Great documentary. A must see for all aspiring cinematographers and filmmakers.

This review of Side by Side (2012) was written by Scott L on 25 Mar 2013.

Side by Side has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Paul K (987) on 27 Oct 2015

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By Twins S (84) on 17 Mar 2014

A very interesting look into the world of digital cinema and the analog cinema...how making movies has now become a different card game..and…

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By Asa B (508) on 28 Jul 2014

Interesting to learn that George Lucas held a lecture for Hollywood's top filmmakers about 10yrs ago to convince them to turn to digital…

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Side by Side explores the question of film's worth in an increasingly digital future…

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By Ian R (982) on 13 Mar 2015

Nice overview of the changes in the industry with a lot of talking heads. Probably only of interest to people really into the medium…

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By David V (401) on 21 May 2014

Gripping and revealing. Strong words from the powers that be in Hollywood about the great shift in key aspect of how movies are made…

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