The Birth of Hollywood Film Co
Incorporated as Editing Film Equipment, operating as Hollywood Film Co (HFC), the company revolutionized the industry with the development of the Power Rewind. This became a standard tool in the motion picture industry and marked the beginning of HFC’s engineering legacy. Over time, the company designed and developed more than 3,200 specialized items for the film industry.
Hollywood Film Acquires Film Editing Equipment
Due to the demands of the film industry and Hollywood Film Company position in the industry acquiring Film Editing Equipment added more to the arsenal of items HFC supplied and supported to the global film industry. The first recorded meeting of officers took place April 20, 1955.
BENRO/HFC Americas was Incorporated breaking into the international film industry
The Teitelbaum brothers formed BENRO/HFC Americas to engage in business as a Western Hemisphere trade corporation as defined and authorized by the internal revenue code, and that it primarily would act as a representative and distributor for products manufactured and handled by Hollywood Film Co. In 1994 VAC Holding/the Carabello family acquired the stock of HFC Americas CORP.
FUJIFILM Enters the U.S. Market
Hollywood Film Co was instrumental in introducing FUJIFILM to the U.S. market, helping the brand become a household name synonymous with excellence in film.
Academy Award for Technical Achievement
High-Speed Optical Reduction Film Printer
Academy Award for Technical Achievement
Hazeltine Color Film Analyzer
Academy Award for Technical Achievement
Motion Picture Film Proof Printer
Academy Award for Technical Achievement
Computerized Tape Reader for color exposure programming in high-speed film printing
Pioneering Film Rejuvenation
HFC developed a proprietary film rejuvenation machine and chemical process to remove scratches from the base side of motion picture film. This innovation launched HFC Film Services, revolutionizing international distribution for major studios and saving millions of dollars per release.
Academy Award for Technical Achievement
Immersion Contact Color Film Printer
Academy Award for Technical Achievement
High-Speed Micro Processing Technologies for print exposure control, A&B printing, fades, and special effects.
Academy Award for Technical Achievement
High-speed negative film, in collaboration with FUJIFILM
Leadership & Ownership Changes
Vincent J. Carabello was named president in 1991, and by 1994, VAC Holdings (Vincent and Antonia Carabello) acquired full ownership of the company, ensuring its continued growth and innovation.
Academy Award for Technical Achievement
HFC received its 8th Academy Award for Technical Achievement for the Precision Film Densitometer, a groundbreaking tool for reading picture and sound densities. This ensured that film labs could optimize their processes and profitability.
Reinvention for the Digital Era
With the decline of traditional film due to advancing technology, Vincent J. Carabello III took full ownership of Hollywood Film Co. He initiated a reinvention of the business, focusing on adapting to the new digital age.
Pioneering E-Commerce Fulfillment with Flowspace
During 2017 – 2019, Hollywood Film Company (HFC) formed a strategic partnership with Flowspace, then a budding startup in tech-powered fulfillment. Recognizing the potential of this innovative platform, HFC became an early test bed, helping refine its capabilities. As the film industry navigated the shift to digital, HFC adapted by filling a critical void—leveraging Flowspace’s inventory management system to serve e-commerce customers. This forward-thinking approach not only expanded HFC’s service offerings but also positioned the company at the forefront of evolving media and fulfillment solutions.
Launch of HFC Media Services
Building on its longstanding expertise in media asset management (a focus since 1974), Hollywood Film Co launched HFC Media Services, a dedicated division specializing in the modern needs of asset management for digital and physical media.
Adapting to Global Challenges & Expanding Our Reach
As the film industry came to a screeching halt during the pandemic, Hollywood Film Company (HFC) pivoted to meet critical supply chain demands. In a time of unprecedented global disruption, we stepped in to provide streamlined logistics and storage solutions, ensuring essential goods continued to flow. HFC played a key role in supporting Whole Foods, managing recurring storage for 10,000 pallets of dry perishable goods each month. Additionally, amid the nationwide toilet paper shortage, we partnered with Bio Bidet, facilitating the storage and distribution of 150,000 bidets per month to meet skyrocketing demand. Despite the challenges, HFC not only adapted but thrived—expanding into 250,000 square feet of warehouse space to accommodate our growing logistics operations. This era in our history is a testament to our agility, resilience, and ability to evolve in any crisis, proving that HFC is much more than a film industry staple—we are a trusted partner in supply chain solutions.
Embracing the Future While Preserving Film’s Legacy
As the world settles back into normalcy post-COVID and e-commerce stabilizes, Hollywood Film Company (HFC) has seamlessly returned to its roots in the film industry—this time with an eye toward the future. In response to evolving industry needs, we’ve launched new services dedicated to formatting content for streaming platforms, ensuring that classic and contemporary films remain accessible in the digital age. At AMIA, we arrived with a bold mission statement: “What can Hollywood Film Company do to help keep film alive for another lifetime?” This message was met with overwhelming enthusiasm, and we found ourselves pulled in every direction—sought after for workflow solutions to some of the industry’s biggest challenges. The fun is just beginning, and the road ahead is filled with exciting opportunities. Stay tuned—there’s much more to come!
