'Everett Dirksen's Washington" ) o shoot a 22-page script in documentary. Filmed in 16mm color. Senator Dirksen at the Will Rogers statue. Cinematographer Bert Gerard Two of the BL's were fitted with 12mm-120mm Angenieux zooms; the third had the 9.5mm5mm Angenieux. "With this setup, we used the wide angle for establishing shots and coverage of Statuary Hall. All three cameras were positioned to ensure that we were covering the Senator no matter where he walked or how he turned.'' Gerard staggered camera runs to avoid simul¬ taneous run-outs. "We timed camera operation to allow for 30-second magazine changes. The Arriflex quick-change system is ideal for this kind of work. Magazine changes are fast. But more important, the magazine system is abso¬ lutely safe. We didn't tear a single sprocket or chew up a frame of film.'' L Edmund Bert Gerard eagerly tackles the most difficult assignments. But he's not one to take AMERICAN CINEMATOGRAPHER, OCTOBER 1968 chances on anything less than proven equipment. "I must have the best. My reputation is on the line every time I do a job. It's that way for any professional cinematographer. " Gerard has been using Arriflex cameras for as long as they have been available in the United States. "The reason is simple, they're cameras I don't have to worry about.'' Why don't you try an Arriflex 16BL on your next 16mm sync-sound assignment. It's good for your nerves. Let us tell you the complete Arritlex 16BL story. Send your address. We'll send you our brochure. Write to - P.0. Box 1050, Woodside, N.Y. 11377 JUffilFLHt n CORPORATION OF AMERICA 739