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Cinestill XX - B&W 35mm Film - 36 Exposures
Cinestill XX - B&W 35mm Film - 36 Exposures
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CINESTILL BwXX 35mm is a classic panchromatic black and white negative film for both outdoor and studio use. It has a variable base sensitivity of ISO 250 under daylight (5500K) and ISO 200 under tungsten lighting (3200K), and can be rated up to ISO 1600 with the appropriate processing compensation.
Ideal for low light situations, this film delivers rich blacks and high contrast images, while also providing very high sharpness, a broad tonal range, and a fine grain structure. It is an excellent choice for those looking for a classic film stock to fill the void left by the discontinuation of it's wonderful sister films, Kodak Plus-X (discontinued in 2010) and TXP320. This film stock is left relatively unchanged since its release in 1959 for still and motion picture use.
Some of the iconic movies filmed on the classic Eastman Double-X film stock 5222 / 7222 include:
The Lighthouse (2019), Raging Bull (1980), Schindler's List (1993), Stranger Than Paradise (1984), Malcolm & Marie (2021), Memento (2000), Kafka (1991), Casino Royale (2006), I'm Not There (2007), Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003), Manhattan (1979), Cinderella Man (2005), Aferim! (2015), Frantz (2016), American Horror Story (2011-2017) and many many more.
Features
Black and white negative film
Variable speed (ISO 200-800)
35mm/36 exp.
Classic cinematic look
Rich tonality
Excellent sharpness
Factory spooled, DX-Coded cassettes
Recommended development: CineStill D96 developer or Df96 Monobath, but is compatible with D-76, HC110 and all other black and white film developers. For all developing times, see the CineStill BwXX Development Times Chart.
Storage and handling: Load and unload film in subdued light. Store unexposed film in a refrigerator at 13°C (55°F) or lower in the original sealed package. To avoid moisture condensation on film that has been refrigerated, allow the film to warm up to room temperature before opening the package. Process film as soon as possible after exposure. Protect processed film from strong light, and store it in a cool, dry place.
Brand: Cinestill
Film Format : 35mm - Black & White
Film Speed : 200
Development Process: Black & White
Quantity In Pack : 1 Roll
Customer Reviews
This is an interesting film, reputedly being Eastman Double-X 5222 motion picture film and giving you that dreamy golden age movie tonality. It's relatively expensive, so it feels like a bit of a "special occasion" choice.
One thing you should be aware of, if (like me) you're a lazy rodinal stand dev obsessive- this film is one of the rare ones that reacts quite poorly to that. You lose a lot of the tonality and it looks like an explosion in a grain silo. Next time that I shoot this (and there will be a next time, it's too gorgeous not to), I'll get some DF76 especially for it. I'll attach an example rodinal grainsplosion to this review. Even if you like grain, it might make your eyebrows shoot up a bit.
A lovely film, though not an everyday shooter. Know what you're getting into, but don't hesitate if you are going to shoot something that needs a little extra atmosphere. Either get a competent lab to develop it, or consider switching up your game if you're doing it yourself. Sometimes you have to work for it!
