Jeff and Susan Bridges Partner with SilvergrainClassics Magazine to Revive Iconic Swing Lens Panoramic Film Camera
In an exciting collaboration, renowned actor Jeff Bridges and his wife Susan Bridges have joined forces with Marwan El Mozayen and Charys Schuler of SilvergrainClassics magazine to launch a new company dedicated to the production of a groundbreaking swing lens panoramic film camera.
Jeff Bridges, acclaimed for his Oscar-winning performances, has also been recognized with the International Center of Photography's prestigious Infinity Award. He has a passion for capturing life on movie sets using the Widelux film camera. Despite its last production run in 2000, Jeff has long harbored the desire to revive his beloved camera, fondly referring to it as his "axe."
The Widelux camera stands out with its unique functionality. Rather than using a traditional shutter, it employs a panning slit lens that sweeps across the film strip. This remarkable process enables photographers to capture an extended span of time within a single image, presenting an array of creative possibilities unmatched by other cameras. Jeff Bridges skillfully utilizes this feature in his captivating Tragedy/Comedy series.
Jeff's wife, Susan Bridges, herself a photography enthusiast who had pursued a career in the field before dedicating her time to raising their three daughters, echoes the sentiment. She recently received acclaim for her debut solo photography exhibition.
Both Jeff and Susan Bridges have contemplated the revival of the Widelux camera for many years. However, it wasn't until their interview with SilvergrainClassics magazine two years ago that they found the ideal partners to help turn their vision into reality. Marwan El Mozayen and Charys Schuler, based in Germany near traditional camera manufacturing centers, possess extensive connections within the film photography community and industry.
Marwan El Mozayen, excited about the venture, stated, "The new camera will be 100% Made in Germany. We aim to revive the Widelux — but with improved quality, reliability, and a few tweaks. There isn't an exact timetable yet, but with the four of us collaborating, we have already reached the prototyping phase!"
Further details regarding the project will be available on silvergrainclassics.com once the embargo is lifted. The comprehensive story of this undertaking can be exclusively found in the printed Issue 19 of SilvergrainClassics magazine, a special panoramic edition that also features a portfolio of captivating images captured by the Bridges.
With the combined expertise and passion of these talented individuals, the revival of the swing lens panoramic film camera promises to bring an innovative and artistic tool to the realm of photography, captivating enthusiasts and professionals alike.
Jeff Bridges, acclaimed for his Oscar-winning performances, has also been recognized with the International Center of Photography's prestigious Infinity Award. He has a passion for capturing life on movie sets using the Widelux film camera. Despite its last production run in 2000, Jeff has long harbored the desire to revive his beloved camera, fondly referring to it as his "axe."
The Widelux camera stands out with its unique functionality. Rather than using a traditional shutter, it employs a panning slit lens that sweeps across the film strip. This remarkable process enables photographers to capture an extended span of time within a single image, presenting an array of creative possibilities unmatched by other cameras. Jeff Bridges skillfully utilizes this feature in his captivating Tragedy/Comedy series.
Jeff's wife, Susan Bridges, herself a photography enthusiast who had pursued a career in the field before dedicating her time to raising their three daughters, echoes the sentiment. She recently received acclaim for her debut solo photography exhibition.
Both Jeff and Susan Bridges have contemplated the revival of the Widelux camera for many years. However, it wasn't until their interview with SilvergrainClassics magazine two years ago that they found the ideal partners to help turn their vision into reality. Marwan El Mozayen and Charys Schuler, based in Germany near traditional camera manufacturing centers, possess extensive connections within the film photography community and industry.
Marwan El Mozayen, excited about the venture, stated, "The new camera will be 100% Made in Germany. We aim to revive the Widelux — but with improved quality, reliability, and a few tweaks. There isn't an exact timetable yet, but with the four of us collaborating, we have already reached the prototyping phase!"
Further details regarding the project will be available on silvergrainclassics.com once the embargo is lifted. The comprehensive story of this undertaking can be exclusively found in the printed Issue 19 of SilvergrainClassics magazine, a special panoramic edition that also features a portfolio of captivating images captured by the Bridges.
With the combined expertise and passion of these talented individuals, the revival of the swing lens panoramic film camera promises to bring an innovative and artistic tool to the realm of photography, captivating enthusiasts and professionals alike.
