21 Reflective Evaluation Study Lost Analogue project Figure 6 Usefulness of working with analogue film technique from different aspects Source: LOST ANALOGUE project , project evaluation survey, 2024 Participants noted that working with analogue film introduced both unique aesthetic qualities and technical challenges that enriched their creative process. Many young filmmakers valued the imperfections of celluloid, seeing unplanned elements in the footage as adding authenticity: The images that happened against our will, the images that were out of concept, found their way into the film. They also appreciated the structured nature of analogue production, which required meticulous planning and discipl ine. One participant observed, the abandonment of colours and therefore the creation of contrast... was very useful, reflecting how black - and - white film deepened their understanding of lighting, contrast, and composition. The hands - on learning process was frequently highlighted, with participants citing skills like light metering and film handling as essential new knowledge: It was useful to learn the operation and handling of analogue cameras. Many noted that the tangible texture and aesthetic depth of analogue film fostered a sensory and immersive experience beyond digitals reach. Comparing the digital image to the analogue, the texture of the film is much nicer, one participant remarked, underscoring how celluloid en riched their visual storytelling. Teachers and more experienced filmmakers found the analogue approach beneficial for bridging traditional and digital film methods. Several teachers emphasised that analogues demands greater care in lighting, contrast, and production choices offered a valuable contrast to the ease of digital automation. One teacher described the projects exploration of combining analogue aesthetics with 2 4 2 3 1 5 7 6 9 20 20 16 13 0 10 20 30 From a technical aspect From an aesthetic aspect From a film-theoretical aspect From a productional aspect It was less useful It was moderately useful It was useful It was very useful