This handbook is designed for anyone interested in producing super 8 films at any level of complexity and cost. Separate chapters present detailed discussions of the following topics: super 8 production systems and super 8 shooting and editing systems; budgeting; cinematography and sound recording; preparing to edit; editing; mixing sound tracks; printmaking; optical printing, effects, and blowups; striping, treatment, and cartridging; front projection; rear-screen production and projection; videography and broadcast techniques; and additional techniques, including animation, titling, and underwater filming. Each chapter is illustrated with diagrams and photographs; interspersed throughout the book are anecdotes describing ways in which filmmakers have used super 8 techniques. The book includes a resource section of information about super 8 products and services available from commercial manufacturers. (GW)