A split diopter creates a distinct visual effect in Hollywood films that allows two planes of focus. One near and one far…to appear simultaneously sharp in the same shot! 🎥👀 Prism Project Highlight: “Tape Head” 🎬📼‼️ A short film about a deranged killer dubbed “Tape Head” records his murders on VHS, but his latest victim refuses to play her part. DP & Director @peterpouloscreative pulled of this beautifully executed dual plane focus shot and moment with our Split Diopter FX Filter. Comment: “
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A split diopter creates a distinct visual effect in Hollywood films that allows two planes of focus. One near and one far…to appear simultaneously sharp in the same shot! 🎥👀 Prism Project Highlight: “Tape Head” 🎬📼‼️ A short film about a deranged killer dubbed “Tape Head” records his murders on VHS, but his latest victim refuses to play her part. DP & Director @peterpouloscreative pulled of this beautifully executed dual plane focus shot and moment with our Split Diopter FX Filter. Comment: “
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