Ski films, snowboard films, skate films, really all modern action sports movies, have been missing a certain something for a while now. Maybe it’s because they’re all about pushing the limits of the human body and the sport, rather than just having a fun time on snow, dirt, and pavement. Or maybe it’s because the video quality is just too clear. Maybe it’s because we need to bring back 16mm film.
This obviously isn’t an original idea. People have been talking about how great film is on both a recreational level and on a professional level, both in video and photography. But Shaffer Nickel just dropped this video capturing snowboarding on Kodak 16mm film, and it looks so sweet.
The biggest issue with the idea is pricing. Sure, you might be able to find a camera for under $100, but the price of 16mm film and processing is not cheap. I’m willing to bet most action sport production companies aren’t wanting to spend a ton of money on a little bit of film when digital is an easy option.
Related: Opening Scene To This Japanese Snowboard Film Is Brilliant (Video)
