you use a camera that exposes film (rather than a video camera) to shoot the scenes.

then you transfer the film to video (digital video) to do the editing.

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However, Rodriguez now shoots HD, and it doesn't sound like he has any intention of going back to film... it's just so much easier to deal with.

I haven't read Rodriguez's book in a while, but I'm pretty sure he was referring to the costs and time involved with editing on film. I've never edited on film, but if you shoot on DV or HD, you just capture your footage and start editing. Personally, I would recommend shooting on DV or HD, based on your budget. Shooting on film costs a fortune and the difference won't be too drastic unless you're aiming for theatrical distribution.

Of course, no matter what format you shoot on, be sure to have a great DP!

John Fitzgerald
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"I've never edited on film"

I have, and trust me, you don't want to :). The whole idea of sticking bits of plastic together with tape or glue just seems so 20th century.