We owe a great deal to the Kessler Crane. We received a $16,000 grant from the Canada Council of the Arts to shoot a twelve-minute short film. The film required numerous setups over a limited three day shoot. The most demanding involved working with two stallions (one being the original Black Stallion!).  We only had the horses for four hours, during which time we needed to complete eight setups. The Kessler Crane allowed us to move quickly, avoided the need to lay track (a "no go" for horses), and insured professional results at an incredible price point.

We've just started the film festival circuit and we have already won two awards. The Kessler is an indispensable tool for the emerging filmmaker.  Now with the upgraded control rods and extended weight bar, there is nothing under $2,000 that can beat it. I give the Kessler Crane my highest endorsement.

Trailer here:
http://filmmakersinstitute.com/wisp/trailer.html

Bruce Marchfelder | Film History, Directing
Vancouver Film School
www.vfs.com