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by Tim Fok | 6th February 2017
Starslider is a multi-axis motion-controlled slider with a pan/tilt cradle. Powered by a V-lock brain and an intuitive app, Starslider boasts an easy-to-setup and quick-to-use design, so check out their Kickstarter campaign. The Starslider system is built around a 32″ slider with height-adjustable feet, and a belted carriage with motor entry points on both sides. The heart of the motion control system is a V-lock-powered brain that connects to a series of Ethernet-connected motors, all controlled by an iOS or Android App. Whacking a motor onto your slider (via the brain) gives you mode 1 (or Starslider Linear). You then have options to upgrade your package into dual and tri (triple, treble? insert correct adjective for 3) modes in the Monolite package. All sounds pretty standard and familiar, right? There are plenty of these sorts of systems out there for filmmakers – multi-axis motion control machines with intuitive controller apps. So, what sets this one apart? I find that, generally, a drawback for these systems is ease of operation; the easiest-to-use systems are usually the most refined and expensive. Starslider seems to have aimed for that sweet spot in the market where affordability, refinement and ease of operation are at one. Take a look at the motors. Starslider has gone for a clever bolt-less bolt-on method attaching their motors via magnets. There are also multiple entry points for versatility throughout the system; the slider has a motor point on both ends (that you can mount on the top or the bottom) and the pan/tilt motors can connect from both sides of their respective plates. The app seems to operate as one would hope: set your start and your end points, add keyframes where you want and input duration/intervals/speed to suit: You have the ability to apply bezier curves for smoother moves, loop, save for repeatability, and bulb ramping. The Starslider is suited for both timelapse and live action, with its Stealth Mode for a silent motor aiding the latter. The Control Unit (or brain) is designed with versatility in mind, with power being provided via DC input V-lock, and motor connections happening via Ethernet. The decision to shy away from proprietary cabling or batteries is a huge plus in my opinion. Furthermore, the system features a shutter release port for camera control in timelapse mode, and 12v, 7.4v and 5V outputs for powering various accessories. Some useful spec info: Starslider (5:1 motor/14:1 motor) Horizontal payload: 50/>50kg Vertical payload: 6kg/16kg Upside Down 20kg/>20kg Min Speed 1m99h Max Speed 1m6s/1m21s Resolution 26000 step/m / 88000 step/m Monolite (5:1 motor/14:1 motor) Max Torque 4.5Nm/9Nm Angular Resolution 0.06°/0.02° Min Speed 360°99h Max Speed 360°1.4s/360°3.8s Backlash Gearbox <=1° There's a few added extras available, such as a flywheel for smooth manual operation of the slider, optional extended slide length, magnetic feet for car-mount use, and the promise of a 4th axis in the future. The packages are priced relatively competitively, and as mentioned I feel this sits in spot where competitive pricing meets ease of use. Prices change according to when you place your pledge, so check out the Kickstarter page for more. As a guide, the Linear Bundle starts at €799.Read more
by Olaf von Voss | 1st December 2016
The folks over at Edelkrone are well-known for surprising us with an ever-growing armada of innovative camera accessories. The freshly announced Motion Module for their SliderONE is no exeption. It brings motion control of the tiny slider right to your fingertips – with the help of an iOS device. The Edelkrone Motion Module When the SliderONE hit market about a year ago (read all about it here), it was by far the smallest slider to date, or at least the smallest one able to support some serious indie cameras of up to 20lbs (9kg) in weight. But Edelkrone didn't stop innovating there. If you want to upgrade your existing SliderONE, there is now a new toy to play with in town: the Motion Module. The Motion Module screws right under the SliderONE, making it a complete and seamless unit. The drive unit attaches to the SliderOne directly, so from the moment you connect it, the whole thing is controlled by the motor, which in turn is controlled by your iPhone via Bluetooth. A single LP-E6 battery provides juice for the module for up to 20 hours of live video sliding or 96 hours in time-lapse mode. The unit doesn't have a single button, screen or other user interface, which might seem like a downside, but in the end is what makes the Motion Module look and feel like one solid brick. The only I/O port on the unit is a camera trigger for the time-lapse and stop motion modes. Now that your SliderOne is controlled through your iPhone (iOS only for now, with Android coming soon), let's dive into the different modes. Slide Mode and Macro Slide In slide mode you can control diferent parameters such as duration (or speed) of the resulting move and the damping. In and out points can be set as well as idle phases at the beginning or end in which the slider won't move. A move can be performed from A to B, vice versa or even as a loop. The slider is capable of moving as slow as 10 μm/sec. That's 1/100 of a millimeter per second! That should be enough for some serious macro work. Personally, I haven't tested it, and since macro movements are always a bit tricky in terms of vibrations, I'm not sure if it will hold up to my expectations. But if this tiny Motion Module is really capable of doing a good job, that would be really facinating! Time-Lapse and Stop Motion Mode When you're happy with the move you created, you can hit 'Convert to Time-Lapse' at any time and the app will do the math. The resulting move will look exactly like the one you've just programmed, even if the time-lapse lasts for 2 days straight. With this it becomes really easy to achieve motion-controlled time lapses. The features are limited, of course, and there are more sophisticated tools out there, but I think this is a quick and very cool way to pull off decent results. Remember, the whole unit fits in your pocket… Well, almost. status screen while performing a time-lapse Same goes for 'Convert to Stop Motion'. The resulting move will be exactly the one that you've created: idle times, acceleration, distance, deceleration… it's all there. The software only splits the move into frames so you can tweak the scene to your likings before moving to the next one. Pricing and Availability This unit promises to be a very versatile upgrade for the original SliderOne. I really hope that it meets expectations, because if it does and if it performs smoothly in all modes mentioned above, we are talking about a pretty mighty tool that almost fits in your pocket! The Edelkrone Motion Module for SliderOne will be available in a few weeks and will retail for € 339.99 ex VAT (about $370). After an introductory period that price will rise to € 359.99 ex VAT (about $390). source: Edelkrone websiteRead more
by Tim Fok | 11th November 2016
A couple of weeks ago, Cinevate released the Duzi 4, the Canadian-based company's latest answer to lightweight, compact camera sliders. I've been using one for the last few weeks, and here's my Duzi 4 review. Duzi 4 Review I've had a good relationship with Cinevate over the years, having been fortunate enough to try out pretty much every slider they've made. It's neither coincidence nor a biased opinion that I rate their sliders; my position with them is very much the chicken over the egg in that scenario. Having used a good chunk of different sliders on the market, I decided on the Cinevate FLT way-back-when as my compact single-tripod slider solution. It was my documented praise of a decent well-made product that had Cinevate sending me every model of Duzi Sliders to check out since. So here we have the Cinevate Duzi 4, featuring what is perhaps its most significant evolution: the inclusion of an integrated flywheel. One of the main highlights of my Cinevate Hedron review was the optional flywheel feature; I felt this was the single best selling point of the system. Hedron has its drawbacks however, as it's a lot heavier and therefore less portable than the then current Duzi 3. Duzi 4 is a whole new product, however. Specification Duzi 4 comes in two lengths, 24" and 32". I've been using the 24" version, as for me it's the best length for a compact slider, and by compact slider I mean useable on one tripod/stand and flies without question. I have a 32" Duzi 3 also and this is a little long for true compact use. Duzi 4 is wider, adding further stability whilst accommodating the integrated flywheel. Making it wider does reduce 20lbs off the load capacity, but still at a hefty 100lbs, little is lost. The Duzi 4 is heavier than the previous version at 6lbs (versus 4.23lbs) . What's The Difference? Without spending too much time comparing the new to the old, the main new features of the Duzi 4 are the integrated flywheel on the carriage, and the quick retractable all-terrain feet. The Flywheel Duzi 3 (I'll stop comparing them soon) was incredibly smooth: check out my review of the original system where I overload it with a front weighted camera setup. In some incidences it was almost too smooth, and human error could be seen on your footage when sliding slowly and on a long lens. The flywheel helps attenuate that motion. I knew what to expect after using the Hedron flywheel, and the Duzi 4 is no different. It's hard to get a non-smooth slide with it. In addition, it's a belt-less design so requires no further setup. A flywheel is designed to gain momentum and move with your slide, smoothing out those bumps. It certainly does this, but takes some time to get used to, as poor operation of your slide can cause 'kick back' that can only be described as smooth wobbles. Whilst I didn't have time to do a full video review as with previous models, I did find 20 mins on a recent shoot to fire off some test footage. Here's a sequence I pieced together, mostly from out of the same room in an East London venue. All footage is shot north of 100mm, using a slow slide just to show you the potential of the new flywheel (long lens slow slides are often a good test for a slider). All-Terrain Legs The all-terrain legs haven't changed drastically in design, although their fixing to the end blocks have been tweaked so that you can switch quickly between active and stored mode. The old all-terrain legs did fold down like this, but you had to unscrew the ratchet levers all the way and re-organize the legs slightly. I long gave up on my Duzi 3 all-terrain legs due to their fiddly nature. This new design, however, is a significant improvement. The design could still be improved upon, though. A single press ratchet design like the Shape FS7 Extension Arm would be great and make them incredibly speedy. However, I appreciate the necessity to keep costs to a minimum, and this new design is probably as good as you can get with off-the-shelf Cinevate parts. The Great I think the flywheel is such a critical feature, that it makes the purchase 100% worthwhile, whether you're looking to upgrade from the Duzi 3 or generally just looking for a new slider. This plus the two lengths means for me that Duzi now competes in the lightweight compact and heavyweight sectors. For larger setups, I'd always turn to my Hedron, a 32" Duzi 4 would make me rethink. Having used their products for so long, it's sometimes easy to talk about the improvements they've made, forgetting what makes the system great in the first place. I'll say it again: I've used Duzi sliders for years, and a great testament is that I've given them a chunk of abuse, throwing them in bags with other grip items, flown all over the world, literally climbed mountains with them. They've always held up, and that is down to a well designed system, one that's reliable over a long period of time. I've used other sliders in the past that have been great on the first few jobs, but fall apart over time leading you to look elsewhere. One thing that's helped their endurance is use of rubbers for each of the rails. This is the same rubber you find on the Hedron slider systems. I really think Cinevate should consider shipping all their Duzis with this, as it adds a lot of protection when travelling about. The Not So Great The Achilles heel of the original Duzi was the lock: it was a faff beyond belief. Cinevate looked to address this in v3, with a completely new lock design. The Duzi 4 locking system hasn't changed much. It's certainly much, much better than the original, but still not great. The Hedron and FLT have reliable locks that hold anywhere on the rail. The one found on the Duzi 4 has the same flexibility across the length, but doesn't take a great deal of persuasion to come loose when using heavier setups. Take this into consideration when transporting it (the carriage has hit me in the head a few times carrying it). As mentioned previously, the weight has increased on the Duzi 4. Whilst I wouldn't consider it a big deal, I've noticed it having used the Duzi 3 in the past. This is mostly down to the inclusion of the new flywheel, and is a welcome sacrifice as the feature is that good. But now that the system is this refined, I'd pay good money for a carbon fibre version! (But maybe that's just me…). Summary There's a reason I've been using the Duzi for so long. It's reliable, smooth and portable. Add the flywheel to that mix and you really have a strong product. I'm yet to find another system out there that challenges Duzi in it's functional performance as a portable slider. For people looking to upgrade from the 3? Yes, it's worth it. If you're after a smooth, reliable, portable slider system and are not concerned about having complex motion control expansion, look no further.Read more
by Tim Fok | 2nd October 2016
The Cinevate Duzi 4 slider arrives with a clever integrated carriage and flywheel for smoother shots without weight compromise, and is a re-vamped design to Cinevate's popular portable slider system. I've been using Cinevate sliders for years, including all versions of the Duzi since its original release. Having tried out most popular brands of sliders, the Duzi has always impressed me the most in relation to weight, operation, longevity and cost. Only my Cinevate Hedron has ever given me smoother results, and this comes down to one single feature – the flywheel. As the flywheel gains momentum, it irons out any knocks and fidgety motion resulting from user operation. But it comes at a cost: the Hedron is a far heavier system than the Duzi, and with the flywheel bolted on it's much longer as well. It looks like Cinevate has taken time to evaluate its line up and pick out the good bits from the more robust Hedron system, but still keeping the DNA of the lightweight and portable Duzi slider. The new Duzi 4 has an integrated flywheel, but rather than bolted on to the end of the device like the Hedron and other competing sliders, it's cleverly mounted on the bottom of the carriage. This keeps the weight and length down, whilst enabling smoother shots; we like. Like the previous version, the Duzi 4 comes in two lengths, 24″ and 32″. I have the Duzi 3 in both sizes and find the 24″ is the perfect size for single tripod use. Like the previous version, the Duzi 4 utilizes two carbon fibre rods and optional all-terrain legs. However this time the latter are designed to switch around for quick storage without having to remove them quickly. This is a big feature for previous Duzi owners, I frankly never use my all-terrain legs on my Duzi 3 because of the time it takes to switch them out. The brake was a huge flaw with the original Duzi, but by mark 3 Cinevate had improved it vastly (still not perfect), and it looks as if the Duzi 4 will use the same tension latch on the carriage. Cinevate Duzi 4 Slider – Specs at a Glance: Weight: 24″ – 6.4lbs (7.24lbs with legs). 32″- 6.5lbs (7.25lbs with legs) Travel: 24″- 16″. 32″ – 24″ Payload: 120lbs (both lengths) Mounting: Centre and End Block Mountable Motion Control: Modo Compatible I've asked the question as to whether you can buy an upgraded Duzi 4 carriage for your older Duzi slider, and will update this article when I get a response. Due to the width increase of the Duzi 4, an upgraded carriage will not be possible from previous Duzi sliders.Read more
by Olaf von Voss | 26th August 2016
The Turkish company Edelkrone is well-known for developing innovative tools for the filmmaking community. The newest addition to their lineup is no exception. The Edelkrone Wing is a camera slider without actually being a slider. Meet the Edelkrone Wing A camera slider consists of rails and some kind of carriage for the camera, right? Well, with the introduction of a new kind of slider, Edelkrone says otherwise. Lacking any kind of rails, the carriage becomes obsolete. The Edelkrone Wing is small, yet features a very well thought-out construction as you can see in the introduction video below. While the introduction video of the Edelkrone Wing might suggest some kind of motorized magic, the slider is a completely mechanical device. To me, that is beneficial! Being able to use the slider anytime and anywhere without being dependent on external power, programming and other hurdles is always a good thing. The inner workings The whole device consists of two parts which engage with each other in a very precise way. Both parts are held together by a friction adjustment knob, which acts as a security lock while stored as well. One end of the Wing attaches to the the tripod via a standard 3/8″ – 16 mounting port. The camera is then attached to the other side of the device via a 1/4″ – 20 screw. Adapters are also provided. Inside, some neatly integrated drive belts work together in order to move the camera in a straight line, 4 times the length of the folded slider itself. The Edelkrone Wing combines clever mechanical tricks in order to allow the camera to travel so far in a straight line with such a tiny device. The cool part is, you are not limited to classic left-to-right moves. Because of the folding mechanism, you're able to perform push-in and pull-out moves without the slider getting into the frame. The Edelkrone Wing is certainly for lighter camera setups only, but I believe that for its range of applications it could be a pretty solid tool. For larger setups you'll be better served with a good old ride-on-rails slider, I'm sure. Specifications and Pricing The Edelkrone Wing will be ready for shipping on September 26th and it will set you back €219.99 (about $248). Seize: L x W x H: 5.7 x 1.7 x 2.6 in (147 x 45 x 66 mm) Weight: 1.2 lb (0.45 kg) Carrying capacity: up to 3.3 lb (1.5 kg) Camera travel: 1.3 ft (40 cm) What do you think? Is this something you could use on your next shoot? source: Edelkrone WebsiteRead more
by Giorgio Sironi | 6th April 2016
This is a guest review by Italian cameraman Giorgio Sironi, based in Vienna, Austria, of the Shootools Slider Pro. As I started looking for a new slider, I didn't know what I wanted, but I did know what I didn't want. I have seen, used or tested many different sliders, big ones and small ones. Good ones and atrocious ones. I talked to many colleagues, and I was intrigued of the various requirements each of them had. A tool is not just a tool, but more what the person using it makes out of it. For good or for bad. So what were my necessities? Putting it simply, I wanted something light that I could travel with. I wanted something long on the tripod but even on the ground. I wanted something sturdy, if you can carry an Alexa, you can carry an A7. I wanted something affordable just to keep my wife at bay. And I wanted something aesthetically pleasing – just to fit the global image. After this ego trip, I began my search. A few sliders came to my mind, full aluminum, with retracting rails, cheaper ones, sturdier ones. After a long search, I saw an ad from Shootools. The product looked interesting and it being an Italian firm I decided to call them up. The first contact was friendly. The sales manager took a lot of time to explain to me the ups and downs of the slider. I told him my concerns, and he gave me real answers. So I decided to order it. The Shootools Slider Pro 100 ShooTools is an Italian manufacturer who has already produced items like the Slider Modula with extension rails, or the dolly 360 with motion control (something worthy of a look in the future). Their latest product is the slider pro (60, 80, 100 and 150). Let's take a look at its main features. This slider boasts a new Magnetic Field Technology. A magnetic field is generating between the lateral stoppers and the carriage while running close the end-stop and counteracts at the beginning/end of the track, by slowing down the run of the carriage while reaching the end-stop. That means that when I push the carriage toward the end of the rail a kind of invisible cushion warns me and stops me before hitting the end. Spooky but intriguing. You can even shoot the carriage toward the end, and it bounces back without hitting the end. No more hard hits. Its carriage as no less than eight high precision steel ball bearings for the maximal fluidity of movement and performance. But everybody knows that you can have the best bearings on crappy wheels, and the result is of course crap. Apparently not here, the Shootools trademark wheels are made of an innovative ST-66 technopolymer, they guarantee maximal smoothness and extreme fluidity, in temperatures ranging from the lowest -50 up to torrid 130 degrees Celsius. As a bonus, it allows high payloads without fear of deformations. A nice touch is the possibility to quickly adjust the friction and a nice, fast and very safe brake which allows a good blockage of the carriage and its load even if it is on the heavier side. It weights just 2,8 Kgs, and we are talking about 100 cm worth of slider. The shorter ones go down to around 2 kilos. Even with this featherweight, the slider feels stable and sturdy. Why that happens is best described by the guys from ShooTools: "the rail has got an absolute exclusive, unique layout, designed and extruded by ShooTools. Light and at the same time strong, the ShooTools Slider Pro has a peculiar trapezoidal section intended to have the maximum steadiness possible. Did we already mention that it can carry up to 50 Kgs? No? Well, it does. The carriage, the rails, and the structure are made for this kind of payload. Is your tripod ready for this too? It has two movable tripod fixing points. They are two base plates with two threaded holes each (3/8" and 1/4") that you can move on the whole length of the slider and position wherever you want. In addition to that, you have four small feet, with rubber inlays, that you can position where you want. It looks and feels good. The wooden end stops are one nice touch, they give the slider that fancy touch and offer a unique grip. But they are not the only design united to tech features, "Each component undergoes two distinct types of treatment: the first one, by shot peening through ceramic spheres, increases the hardness and the resistance to fatigue of the object and, also, provides a pleasant hi-grip finish. The second treatment, anodizing at 30 microns, protects the device from any external agent." That means that the finish is not just black and sleek but resistant and pleasant to the touch too. It has lifetime warranty; that makes my Italian friends not only very convinced of their product but even very optimistic about our working, social and economic future! An official product video demonstrating the moves: My Conclusion I didn't use the slider for too long, and I am not impressed by sleek and Black, but if I can give my 5 cents I would say that is an excellent piece of equipment! For now, it feels, looks and works as a professional tool. I can carry it easily, even on the tripod. I can take it down from the tripod, put it on the floor, on a table or top of a crate in just a few seconds, and I still have the whole 100 cm for my use. The carriage is very smooth, and it took every camera we threw at it. My Pros: Very light, to carry and to use.Plug and play, no adjustments no maintenance. Plug and play, no adjustments no maintenance. Nice new features, like the magnetic field or the honeycomb structure. It looks good. The optional bag is well made. It is made in Italy. I am Italian. Nice responsive and helpful Sales team. My Cons: The built-in feet are nice but not enough for stability; I suggest to buy the optional wider feet for more stability. If I put a tripod plate on the slider base plate I have no holes to put the optional wider feet, that means that every time that I want to use the feet, I have to unscrew the tripod plate and move the slider plate in the correct position. After a phone call with ShooTools, I ordered two extra slider plates and mounted them on the slider. This offers me four access points for feet, tripods or hanging possibilities. It adds around 200 grams to the whole weight, but it is worth it. ShooTools even assured me they are going to look into the issue and probably come up with extra smaller plates for the feet. The magnetic field is nice, but it eats a few centimeters away on both sides, that makes the slider a bit shorter than a full meter. All in all a nice product. In its price range, I think it is a good choice. Would I suggest it to a friend? Well, as I said at the beginning, just if it fits his necessities. But if it does, hell yeah! ———————————————————————————————————————— MAIN FEATURES Lightness-record Magnetic Field Technology Friction System Wheels slide inside the rail. Horizontal load ± 50 Kg Total absence of maintenance Integrated feet Ready for motorization Lifetime warranty IN THE BOX Camera Slider PRO Integrated feet Setup Keys Instruction Manual Non-woven fabric wrapper TECHNICAL DATA Weight: Camera Slider Pro 60: 2,20 kg Camera Slider Pro 80: 2,50 kg Camera Slider Pro 100: 2,80 kg Camera Slider Pro 150: 3,55 kg Load: ± 50 Kg Material: stainless steel, Anticorodal alloy, Technopolymer; end-stops: wood Treatments: Shot peening, Organic Anodization ————————————————————————————————————————Read more
by Fabian Chaundy | 12th January 2016
The new Kessler TLS Slider combines rigidity, portability and a modular design into a professional time-lapse tool. Kessler certainly know a thing or two about tools for creating motion in your shots. Their track record include the mighty CineDrive motion control system, the CineSlider, the Pocket Dolly and, of course, their eponymous product: the Kessler Crane. So what is the new addition to their family of sliders all about? The new Kessler TLS is by no means the only motorized slider by the company. It is, however, designed specifically with professional time-lapse in mind and focuses on overcoming the challenges inherent to this kind of photography. It certainly looks like a very solid piece of gear, adhering to the 80/20 aluminium system for structural framing. There are buildings and cars made out of the stuff so we can hopefully expect no bowing or vibrating along the track. Rail lengths are available in either 3, 4, 5 or 6 feet, or 91 to 182cm for us metric folk. Alternatively, you can procure your own #1030 80/20 rail and knock 100 bucks off the final price. Ka-ching! The T-Rails along the rail allow for easy installation of quick-release plates or light-stand adaptors. This means you have completely moveable mounting points anywhere along the length of the slider, as opposed to fixed threaded holes at either end and in the middle. However, each of these mounting accessories will cost you extra. The Kessler TLS has small rubber feet for when used on the ground. Optional leg accessories come in the form of Outrigger Feet as well as 15mm Adjustable Legs. You can extend these with standard threaded 15mm rods, and can be used to create an incline for the cart. In short: plenty of options to handle the uneven terrain you might encounter during your shoots. The Kessler Second Shooter motion control system is the actual brains of the TLS. Thus, you will need the controller unit to program and operate the slider, and a proprietary MagPak battery to power the system. However, their Magnalink solution ensures both the controller and battery stay neatly in place. Other design features include the Kessler TLS motor being built into the cart, reducing the amount of loose cables. Additionally, the drive belt mechanism seems quite easy to install. The result? A sleek, elegant product that doesn't look like it wants to kill you. (I'm looking at you, CineDrive…) The optional Second Shooter Pan and Tilt Head adds two more axis of programmable, repeatable motion to your slider shot. Kessler's modular design idea goes down to the head itself, as the tilt and pan axis can be purchased and used individually. This allows for more practical transportation and a lighter, faster setup. Kessler's kOS software allows for programming more complex 3-axis movement than with the controller unit alone. A "lite" but still very capable version is available for free download if you don't want to pay for the full version. While the cost of getting a Kessler TLS up and running may seem quite high to some, it is actually not a lot more than many of the other available options out there that offer this level of professionalism. Granted, the cost of the rail, controller, head, mounting points, support and perhaps the app may seem a bit much. But don't forget, you will be buying into the Kessler ecosystem, not just a standalone one-size-fits-all product. And as such, it certainly has a lot to offer for the professional time-lapse shooter. Check out the Kessler site for more information. We will post links to B&H as soon as the Kessler TLS becomes available. Do you shoot motion-controlled time-lapse? Do you think the result is worth the cost? Or will you stick to PVC pipe, a piece of string and a kitchen timer?Read more
by Tim Fok | 3rd December 2015
Edelkrone has announced what they're billing as the world's most compact camera slider. Like many previous innovative Edelkrone products the SliderONE is ultra compact (almost pocket size) sleek and affordable. The SliderONE offers just 6″ (15cm) of camera travel and supports camera setups up to 20 lbs (9kg). On the underside it has a friction dial on one end, and a lock on the other. You'd be forgiven for any apprehension as to whether 6 inches is long enough (steady), but in many shooting situations as the promo video above has proved this length will do just fine. The key is using parallax, layering your shot with a fore, middle and background will create the illusion that the camera is moving much further than it is; a technique you should be using regardless of your slider length. At 9″ in physical length the SliderONE is tiny, it's incredibly compact and lightweight weighing only 1.2lbs (just over half a kg), for these reasons I can see this making it's way into many travelling filmmakers kit bags. Both the sledge and underside of the SliderONE feature a single 3/8″ thread for mounting to tripod legs and heads. I'd personally prefer more, a couple of threads on the bottom and a cheese plate array on the top would ensure accessories mate securely without risk of spinning loose. This I feel would help contribute further to classifying the SliderONE as a professional tool. However most entry level support adheres to single thread mounting so I can appreciate the lack of these features. The SliderONE will retail for €239 ex VAT (just over $250).Read more
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Twenty percent of Americans suffer from mental disorders, but most do not receive treatment. Stigma is an important barrier to mental health treatment and recovery. This article aims to summarize current national initiatives to reduce stigma, clarify the current knowledge of stigma-reducing interventions, and provide recommendations to nurses on… (More)
Discrepancies between prenatal social support expectations and subsequent perceptions of support actually received were examined in relation to postpartum depression. Low-risk primiparous women (N = 105) were surveyed 1 month before and 1 month after delivery. Almost half of the women prenatally and one third postpartially had depression scores which would… (More)
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Why did Labour perform so badly in the election, not just in Scotland, but also in England? What was behind Labour's party's worst election performance since 1987? Alan Johnson is Labour MP for Hull West and Hessle and former Home Secretary 2009-2010. It was carnage for the Lib Dems who lost 49 seats, with just 8 MPs in the new parliament. Simon Hughes is former Liberal Democrat MP for Bermondsey and Old Southwark and Former minister of State for Justice and Civil Liberties in the coalition.
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We've agreed terms with one of the great hopes of soccer in the USA but the deal remains subject to work permit approval.
Convey, still only 20 but with 18 USA caps to his name already, impressed in friendlies against us at the Lane last October and in Washington in May.
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Book DescriptionThe volume will provide a coherent critical examination of current issues related to the religious roots of contemporary, i.e. post-1990 European identity, by analyzing the components of contemporary European identity, the presence of religion in the development of national identities, manifestation of religious roots in secular society, and the role of religion in further European integration and social inclusion. The publication will involve a multi and interdisciplinary approach to the theme, by bringing together scholars in history, religious studies, sociology, cultural studies, European studies, and international relations. The rigorously edited volume will provide a coherent analysis of the religious roots of Europe's identity today, with particular attention to the secular context of religious communities. Europe is often perceived as secular by most of its citizens, regardless of their creed. Bearing this in mind, the authors will build upon their expertise in different fields of arts and humanities to identify some of the key elements of European religious heritage and its manifestation in Europe's identity, be it secular or otherwise perceived. The authors will also indicate the role that these elements play in further European integration. With the focused approach, the publication will identify a number of similarities across faiths and, more holistically, vis-a-vis Europe. This will serve the readers to perceive their own identity in a wider context of shared values, reaching beyond a particular faith or non-religious framework.
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A guide to the study of Jewish faith. It uses the dimensional approach to the study of religions as an interpretive framework, and focuses on matters perceived as problematic by insider and/or outsider commentators, such as gender, demography, geo-politics, the 'museumisation' of Jewish cultures and its impact on religion and identity.
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Provides an examination of issues related to the religious roots of post-1990 European identity, by analyzing the components of European identity, the presence of religion in the development of national identities, manifestation of religious roots in secular society, and the role of religion in further European integration and social inclusion.
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This title explores the retelling of the life of Moses in three 20th-century American narratives: "Moses in Red", by Lincoln Steffens; "Moses, Man of the Mountain", by Zora Neale Hurston; and Cecil B. DeMille's film, "The Ten Commandments".
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Lucia Faltin: Centre for the Study of Jewish-Christian Relations; Director of International Programmers and Coordinator of a course on History of Jewish-Christian Relations in the Master of Studies programme, University of Cambridge, UK. Melanie J. Wright is Academic Director of the Centre for the Study of Jewish-Christian Relations, Affiliated Lecturer in the University of Cambridge's Faculty of Divinity and a Fellow of Girton College. Her previous publications include Understanding Judaism (Orchard Academic) and Religion and Film: An Introduction (I. B. Tauris), UK.
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" How you look matters. Not in a petty, superficial way, but because how you look reflects how you feel, and how you feel affects how you perform in all areas of your life." - Kathy Phillips "
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Being and feeling beautiful matters. Though not everyone is a born beauty, as Vogue Beauty says, with effort and intelligence you can be beautiful from the inside out.
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I'll be the first to admit that I don't feel positive about my looks all the time. It's not that I feel ugly, but I just don't feel ...beautiful, or rather, I did not feel that I looked my best.
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Do I feel great? Not really, I feel ...o-k-a-y.
I didn't quite like looking at the photos of myself taken by friends at weddings, parties, dinners etc.
Then something happened, it was as though God renewed my youth.
He fills my life with good things, He renews my youth like the eagles - Psalms 103:5
I switched my skincare range, started dancing (and become fitter and more shapely as a result), learning about music and of course, reading good books - and ...I'm almost embarrassed to say this, but it was as though I grew more beautiful (sounds impossible I know) over a short period!
I attributed that to being beautiful because of the way I feel.
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Outer beauty may be superficial to some. But do you know that elegance is birthed out of beholding beauty? This refers to beauty in all forms, the quaint Tuscan countryside, a rose, a sculpture, a symphony....
In order to be more beautiful or to grow in elegance and beauty, one needs to be inspired by beauty.
Learn it, recognize it, appreciate it, behold it.
There are days where beauty is not on my mind. As long as I look presentable, right? But then, I've realized, in my own way, putting the effort has more rewards. You feel better, you smile more confidently because you know you look good...plus you give the people around you, especially the men, something to smile about! You can't feel more like a woman when the men appreciate your beauty. :)
There are many ways to 'be inspired to look better'. Remember we are not looking for perfection here, but think of a way to enjoy the process.
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I use all the above methods, but what works best for me is a few very beautiful friends that I meet from time to time. I wouldn't say they are born naturally more beautiful but they've got the taste and a higher standard for personal beauty and grooming than most people. (I'm also not talking about the looks-obsessed types.) They're more into beauty and fashion than I, so I'll ask them for tips.
I find YouTube very helpful too, especially when I feel I need to change my make up style once in a while in order not to look dated.
These people and things inspires me to take a better care of myself and to at least be aware of current fashion trends. I also like injecting a few 'trendy' pieces to jazz up my classic wardrobe. I need change once in a while, even though I may be bordering off the 'elegant side'.
We need that element of surprise and pop of change. Boredom kills inner and outer beauty!
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The reason I think it will not be around long is because this movie is for adults. It is character driven with a well written storyline. It does not have anything that would appeal to most movie goers....no car chases, moronic humor, or gratuitous sex. The Drop starts slow, but you have to pay attention to what goes on in the movie, and what the characters both do and say. It picks up speed and intensity, and is well worth your time.
The storyline is a very interesting underworld crime caper, but it is very nuanced, with excellent acting by all the leads. I was only familiar with the late James Gandolfini, and he does not disappoint, and the other actors, although unknown to me were also outstanding.
Follows lonely bartender Bob Saginowski through a covert scheme of funneling cash to local gangsters - "money drops" - in the underworld of Brooklyn bars. Under the heavy hand of his employer and cousin Marv, Bob finds himself at the center of a robbery gone awry and entwined in an investigation that digs deep into the neighborhood's past where friends, families, and foes all work together to make a living - no matter the cost.
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The Drop
I felt compelled to write this review because I was fortunate enough to
see this movie at an advance screening, and because I do not think the
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Tom Hardy Shines and James Gandolfini Leaves Us With a Memorable Performance.
"I just tend the bar," Bob Saginowski innocently states in this under- the-radar gem of a film. Tom Hardy plays Bob, a quiet, reserved bartender at his cousin Marv's bar. Cousin Marv is played by James Gandolfini in his final role. The Drop is getting a lot of attention because of Gandolfini, who gives another memorable performance, but The Drop is much more than an opportunity to see one our generation's greatest actors one last time, it's one of the best films of the year.
In The Drop, Marv owns a local neighborhood bar that also happens to be a "drop bar", which means the bar essentially collects money from illegal betting and god knows what else and then delivers it to the local Chechen gang. Gandolfini plays Marv as a Tony Soprano that never was. A guy that tried to get into the game, but couldn't really cut it when the big guys came into town. Those "big guys" are the Chechen mob that have taken over Marv's bar. It's his bar in name only and he's relegated to serving drinks and cleaning up spills. Gandolfini plays Marv as a bitter, beaten down man. It's vintage Gandolfini and a perfect way to end a career that was cut way too short.
As one actor takes his final bow, it's another actor who officially arrives. The Drop is clearly Tom Hardy's film. Granted, Hardy certainly hasn't come out of no where. He burst on the mainstream scene with Inception and should have become a household name after his performance as Bane in The Dark Knight Rises. He didn't, and I'm not really sure why. He seemingly has everything you'd want in a leading man.
Hardy's performance in The Drop should finally change that. I know it's early, but it's Oscar worthy. Hardy plays Bob with such an authentic nature that it's downright astounding. He really inhabits this character. Bob seems to take everything in stride, nothing seems to bother him. When he is confronted by the Chechen mobsters, he keeps his head down and chooses every word with precision, knowing that his life depends on it. Bob is non-threatening and unassuming and almost comes off as simple-minded, but as the film progresses, it's clear something is brewing beneath the surface. Bob is an example of a guy who is a product of his environment. He's a good man that doesn't really have a choice in life. He either adapts to survive or dies.
Bob also has a big heart as is evidenced when he rescues a puppy that has been beaten and literally thrown in the trash. This is where he meets Nadia, played by Noomi Rapace (Prometheus). Nadia is also reserved and seems wounded in some way. It makes sense that The Drop is written by Dennis Lahane (writer of Mystic River, Gone Baby Gone and Shutter Island) who adapted the film from his short story "Animal Rescue," a title with more than one meaning. Not only does Bob rescue an injured dog, but both he and Nadia seem like animals that need rescuing in one way or another.
The Drop is the kind of film that Hollywood just doesn't make anymore. It really does feel like it was ripped right out of the 80's. It has a slow, deliberate pace that perfectly builds suspense. The Drop is a character driven film that constructs each scene with great dialogue and fantastic acting. The director allows his characters to inhabit the world they live in. It's the wardrobe and the set design that really help bring everything together and add to the authenticity of the film. Everything seems organic and not like it's part of a movie set.
The Drop is a film lovers film. It has everything you could possibly ask for: a top notch cast, great direction, dialogue, set design, cinematography, and an understated score. You name it, and The Drop has it. It's easily one of my favorite films of the year. We need more films like The Drop. Go see it.


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Teacher Lesson Plans about Persian New Year (March 20th usually) as well as an explanation of No Rouz and lots of links to resources. Nice lessons for Spring or World Holidays. For K to 3rd grades.
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DEAN, William
Physicians and Irregular Medical Practitioners in London 1550-1640 Database
William DEAN William DEAN Biography Name William DEAN (DEANE, DENN) Gender Male Primary occupation medical physician (Practitioner of physic) Period of medical practice 1571-1592 Address London 1581-2 Other notesView result
Hearth Tax: City of London 1666, All Hallows Barking , Rose Court
London Hearth Tax: City of London and Middlesex, 1666
City of London 1666 All Hallows Barking : Rose Court Rose Court Title Forename Surname Total Hearths Listing Status Notes Thomas Orlton 2 s William Skiner 3 s Robert Maton 3 s Mary Guy 2 s Dennes Badham 2 s widow LeeView result
Embargo Warrants: 1741, January-March
Calendar of Treasury Books and Papers, Volume 4, 1739-1741
- Robert Smith The like - - - Ibid. Charity - - Nicholas Denn - At PlymouthView result
House of Commons Journal Volume 7: 30 May 1657
Journal of the House of Commons: Volume 7, 1651-1660
Beavor, being apprehended for prosecuting Mr. Denne, was at the Door; ... before Mr. Denne was a Member of the House: He saith, He did not prosecute ... it to Mr. Denn this Day, when he had the...View result
Warnham: Local government
A History of the County of Sussex: Volume 6 Part 2, Bramber Rape (North-Western Part) Including Horsham
for Denne manor was held in 1262, 4 and a court baron was mentioned in 1683. ... for the manors of Denne and Warnham, those for Warnham to meet at the Knob House ... and those for Denne at the...View result
The Diary of Thomas Burton: 30 May 1657
Diary of Thomas Burton Esq: Volume 2, April 1657 - February 1658
for arresting Mr. Denn, 6 was at the door, moved that he might be called, ... he did not prosecute after he knew that Mr. Denn was a Parliamentman; and the party being withdrawn, Mr. Denn stood up...View result
House of Lords Journal Volume 19: 22 June 1713
Journal of the House of Lords: Volume 19, 1709-1714
and the Appellants and Cornelius Denn were Defendants, made on the Behalf of the saidView result
Close Rolls, Edward IV: February 1475
Calendar of Close Rolls, Edward IV: Volume 2, 1468-1476
of the weirs of Denne by Gloucester and the arrears since 31 January last,View result
June 1644: An Ordinance for continuance of a former Ordinance for foure Moneths longer, from the time of the expiration of the said Ordinance, For the Raising, maintaining, paying, and regulating of 3000. Foot, 1200. Horse, and 500. Dragoons, to be commanded by Sir William Waller, in the Associated Counties of Southampton, Surrey, Sussex, and Kent.
Acts and Ordinances of the Interregnum, 1642-1660
Masters, Sir William Mann, Alderman Masterton, Thomas Denn, Esquire, ... Ashburnham, Sir Thomas Ershfield of Denn, Henry Shelley, John Baker, HallView result
House of Lords Journal Volume 4: 12 June 1641
Journal of the House of Lords: Volume 4, 1629-42
Christopher Denn, he was imprisoned, degraded, and deprived of the said Rectory, ... which Deprivation, and after the Death of the said Christopher Denn, the said Jo. HawkeView result