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  8mm film arose during the depression when a cheaper film was needed to create home movies. The new 8mm film was the same as the original 16mm film, but with more perforations along each side. Only half the strip was used at one time, and when one half was complete the strip would be flipped over so the other half could be used. When filming was completed the film was cut in half, so filmmakers could get more film for the same price. Super 8 film, or Super 8mm film, came out in the 1960s and became an attractive option for independent film makers due to a higher quality image and the fact that it didn’t have to be reloaded halfway through during the filming process. Both 8mm and Super 8 films are 8mm wide, but Super 8 has a larger frame size and smaller perforations. While film is …