A movie projector isn't as simple as you might think, which makes Friedemann Wachsmuth's creation all the more impressive. Along with his friend Kalle, he built a fully-functioning Super 8 projector.

Remember Super 8? Once it was the home-movie maker's format of choice, although, like the eight track, HD-DVD and film cameras, it is now all but dead. Which is why we're very happy to see the ...

It always blows our mind to see the things that people dream up when playing with Lego. Given enough time, you could likely replicate almost any mechanical device with the right amount and type of ...

QUESTION: We have an old Bell & Howell Super 8mm movie projector that isn’t working. Where can I get it fixed? ANSWER: Checks with several repair shops around town came up with the same answer: You ...

In an era of DLPs, it is easy to forget the glory days of super 8s. To be honest, that is probably a good thing if you had relatives that made a lot of home movies or teachers that liked to show ...

QUESTION: I’m looking for a Super 8mm movie projector. Where can I find one? ANSWER: Super 8 projectors no longer are made. However, you’ll find plenty of them for sale on Internet auction sites. You ...

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