Apple previewed its soon to be released Final Cut Pro nonlinear editing system version 5.1.2 at the International Broadcasting Convention (IBC), which concluded in Amsterdam earlier this week. (Full show coverage will appear in next week’s SHOOT).
Compatibility is a big focal point in this release–compatibility with additional formats and compatibility with the new Apple Mac Pro, which includes real time profiling, taking advantage of the dual core processors in the new Mac Pro. Version 5.1.2. also addresses compatibility with third-party PCIe cards on the Mac Pro, from manufacturers such as AJA Video and Blackmagic.
Available as a free software update for registered owners of version 5.1, Apple reported that its new version would include native support for HDV 720p/25 and 720p/24 editing, as delivered by JVC’s ProHD camcorders. Apple explained that “native editing” means that the video is transferred directly into Final Cut Pro from the source without any changes, so that the video is edited in the same camera-original format that was shot and stored on the tape.
Important particularly in the European market, Apple is also adding 25p support for Panasonic’s new P2 format. And, Final Cut version 5.1.2 addresses compatibility with Sony’s new XDCAM format, with variable bit rate settings at 18 and 35 Mb/s.
Final Cut Pro is a part of the Final Cut Studio package, which also includes: Motion for graphics and animation, Soundtrack Pro for audio sweetening, DVD Studio Pro for SD and HD disc authoring, and Compressor for high-performance encoding and format conversions. Final Cut Studio 5.1 is universal, meaning that it will run on both legacy PowerPC hardware and the new Intel-based systems from Apple.
Apple also used IBC as a platform to remind customers that two Final Cut Studio programs will be discontinued by the end of the year: Universal Crossgrade, a promotion designed to enable customers who own a current PowerPC version of one of the Final Cut Studio products to “crossgrade” to the Universal version; and the Final Cut Studio Upgrade, a promotion to bring customers with standalone applications to the Final Cut Studio package.
The End of The “Rust” Criminal Case Against Alec Baldwin May Unlock A Civil Lawsuit
The conclusion of a criminal case against Alec Baldwin in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer clears the way for a related civil lawsuit by relatives of the deceased woman and efforts to depose the actor under oath, attorneys for plaintiffs in the civil suit said Tuesday.
At a news conference in Los Angeles, victims' rights attorney Gloria Allred said that the parents and younger sister of deceased cinematographer Halyna Hutchins were disappointed that prosecutors won't appeal the dismissal of an involuntary manslaughter charge against Baldwin. The criminal charge against Baldwin was dismissed halfway through trial in July on allegations that police and prosecutors withheld evidence from the defense.
Hutchins died shortly after being wounded during a rehearsal in the movie "Rust" in October 2021 at a film-set ranch on the outskirts of Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Baldwin, the lead actor and coproducer, was pointing a pistol at Hutchins when it discharged, killing Hutchins and wounding director Joel Souza. Baldwin has said he pulled back the hammer — but not the trigger — and the revolver fired.
Allred said Hutchins' relatives are determined to pursue damages and compensation from Baldwin and "Rust" producers in New Mexico civil court, and want Baldwin to answer questions under oath in the proceedings. Hutchins' widower and son previously reached a separate legal settlement.
"With the withdrawal that was made public yesterday, we are now able to proceed with our civil case," Allred said. "Clearly, the rights of Alec Baldwin were protected, but the due process rights of the victims — Halyna Hutchins and her parents and her sister — were violated."
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