APPLY FILM PROCESS FILTER

Go to the Effects Tab and twirl down the Video Filters group. Twirl down the BCC 5 Effects group. Drag the BCC Film Process filter from this list directly onto the imported video clip in the FCP timeline. Double click the clip in the timeline to move it into the FCP Source Window. Click on the Filters tab in the Source Window—the BCC Film Process filter should be below the BCC Match Grain filter.

When you first apply this filter to any clip, the image result is unaffected by the filter as the filter is awaiting instruction on what film process you would like it to emulate. We’ll start by using one of the preset looks that are included with the filter. Click on the L button in the filter, which is located beneath the Help button at the top of the filter UI. Select the preset labeled BleachBypass.

EXPLORE OTHER PRESETS

The clip will now appear as though it was shot on film and that the film was processed using the Bleach Bypass method. Notice the increase in contrast and saturation and the slight silver tint. Now let’s look at a couple of the other presets that are included with this filter.

Click again on the preset Load button. Select the preset labeled High-lightBlooming.

Notice now that the clip appears much softer and that the highlights have a bloom or glow. This particular setting is very useful for wedding shots or sports shots. Let’s load another preset. Click again on the preset Load button. Select the preset labeled OldFilm.