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They Said 35mm Film Was Dead — Then This Old Magic Stole Our Hearts For decades, the dominance of digital photography has cast a long shadow over 35mm film, with industry experts and proponents claiming the format was dead for over a generation. But while convenience and instant results fueled the rise of digital cameras, something equally powerful — an enduring emotional connection and artistic fidelity — kept 35mm from disappearing. In truth, film didn’t fade quietly; it quietly resisted, proving that the magic of 35mm film is too timeless to die. ### The Decline of Film: A Digital Conquest In the early 2000s, digital cameras began replacing analog devices across consumer markets and professional studios alike. Their ability to capture images instantly, store thousands of shots on a single memory card, and edit effortlessly quickly made them the clear choice for most photographers. College photographers, portraitists, and even news outlets shifted to digital workflows, with 35mm film increasingly dismissed as outdated, expensive, and impractical for modern life.