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Topic: Breakwater Vs. Theater Transit
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Scott Norwood
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From: Boston, MA. USA (1774.21 miles northeast of Dallas)
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 08-27-2005 07:23 AM
Even if he's not pre-screening the prints, it's completely reasonable for him to expect that the film will arrive one day prior to the scheduled engagement. If he doesn't get the film until the day of the show, there is no chance of correcting a problem with a missing, damaged, or defective reel without losing shows. I've received lots of prints within hours (or minutes) of the scheduled showtime; for the most part, there haven't been problems, but it's a risk that I would prefer not to take if possible.
I don't know how far away he is from his local ETS depot, but if it's within driving distance, he should be able to pick up his prints himself (which would save the shipping cost, too).
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John Hawkinson
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From: Cambridge, MA, USA
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posted 08-27-2005 07:33 AM
Full agreement with Scott. In some more detail:
ETS is generally set up to have multiple delivery groups handle delivering their prints. Not only that, by they allow 'WILL CALL' delivery, where you go to the depot and get the prints yourself. You might talk to your local ETS depot, or call the ETS customer service line (800-734-3969) and ask.
Around here, there are two or three local companies that handle deliveries from the ETS depot. Furthermore, ETS is also willing to use shippers like FedEx to deliver prints. This is probably not cost-effective for you, but who knows.
Also, you may find that a local same-day courier/freight service may be intereted in offering specialized film delivery between your area and ETS. It's something you might want to think about and/or talk to other local theatres about.
Lastly, you might find that Breakwater is negotiable on your windows, perhaps a s a function of money or clout or holiday gift packages.
Note, also, that I think pricing structures for these kinds of services are all over the map. Some people pay per-print, others pay a flat monthly fee, etc.
Best of luck.
John P.: I imagine they are attempting to minimize "wear and tear" on prints.
--jhawk
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