DCP for Distribution: 4 Key Concepts

Updated post. First published on November 21, 2018. Although we have been working with DCP for a long time, I still encounter directors or producers who are not entirely clear on what a DCP is, and above all, many questions arise regarding distribution. The DCP is the digital format that replaces 35mm. … Read more

3 DCP copy errors and how to avoid them

One of the greatest fears when we start moving a film is having problems with the projection copies, especially with the DCP copy. It must be acknowledged that this format is becoming increasingly stable and has improved significantly. As its use has become more widespread, problems have decreased, both on the part … Read more

Making a DCP: 5 Basic Tips

Just over a month ago, I published a post about how to easily make DCP copies. At the time, it became one of the most visited and shared posts. Despite this, some of the comments confused it with tips for making a DCP, not for making copies. When I started training in … Read more

How to easily make DCP copies

One of the most revolutionary changes brought by DCP has been the possibility of making copies without complications and at a very low cost. The change compared to 35 mm has been impressive; a single celluloid print could cost over €400 on average. For standard festival distribution, at least 5 copies were … Read more