Lomography Fantome (35mm) Review

Here’s a refined and more vivid version, still honest and personal, but smoother to read: While working on my book about film photography, I found myself in Naples with a Canon loaded with a roll of black-and-white Lomography Fantôme 35 mm. I’ve never been a big fan of colorless film, but I decided to finish the roll on that trip before switching to something more vibrant. Much later, while reviewing the negatives, I noticed how dramatically a film stock can reshape a place. Through Lomography Fantôme, Naples appeared moody, dark, and almost dangerous — even though the reality is far less extreme. If you ever visit Naples, one thing is non-negotiable: try the pizza. Easily the best in the world. Five years on, it’s honestly the most positive memory I still carry from that trip — the city itself simply isn’t my kind of place. If you want to experience what feels like the real old Italy, take a 1.5-hour boat ride to Procida. That island is absolutely worth it. In any case, take a look at the film results. You might like them more than I do. For dark, atmospheric, moody images, this film is actually a perfect match.

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