Truprint Colour Negative Film - Unknown Expiry Date (estimated 2005)
Discover the charm of the "mystery roll." Truprint was the quintessential high-street film of the UK and Europe, often tucked into family cameras for holidays and birthdays. With unknown expiry dates, these rolls represent the ultimate analog gamble—a blank canvas for light, time, and chemical degradation to work their magic.
The Highlights
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The Ultimate Mystery: Without a known expiry date, every roll is a unique experiment. You might find "time-capsule" clarity or beautiful, unpredictable color shifts ranging from muted pastels to heavy magenta fogs.
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Classic European Heritage: Trueprint was typically rebranded stock from major manufacturers like Agfa or Ferrania. This means you’re shooting high-quality consumer emulsion designed for natural skin tones and "true-to-life" (hence the name!) colours.
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The "Found-Film" Aesthetic: These rolls are perfect for photographers who lean into the "lo-fi" look. Expect a soft, dreamy contrast and a tactile grain that feels more like a memory than a photograph.
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Rare FG+ Variation: We now have a limited selection of FG+ (Fine Grain Plus) stock, which was the premium tier of Truprint, offering slightly more refined textures for your vintage experiments.
Options Available
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ISO 200: A versatile mid-speed film, forgiving in daylight with a lot of "soul" in the shadows.
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ISO 400: Ideal for a grittier, high-contrast look; great for capturing moody, urban scenes.
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Trueprint FG+ 200: The "Fine Grain" edition for those who want to see how a higher-end consumer emulsion handles the test of time.
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Exposure Counts: Available in both 24 and 36 exposure rolls (Select from the dropdown).
Quick Specs
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Format: 35mm Colour Negative (C-41)
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Expiration Date: Unknown (Estimated late 90s to early 2000s)
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Original Speeds: ISO 200 or 400
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Best For: Experimental street photography, hazy summer landscapes, and "blind" creative challenges.
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Covered by our expired film guarantee.