FilmX is a custom-built DCTL that transforms digital footage into a true film-like response, with authentic highlight roll-off, natural skin tones, and cinematic film color science.

Both versions deliver the same authentic film stocks and print emulation, but they’re designed for different levels of control. Think of Standard as your complete film emulation package, while Pro is the expanded toolkit for professional colorists who demand precision.

FilmX Emulation Standard – Complete Film Emulation, Simplified

• 21 core controls designed for speed and simplicity

• Includes 21 authentic negative film stocks + Kodak 2383 print emulation

• Handles all the essentials:

  • Film stock selection

  • Exposure & contrast

  • White balance & tonal shaping

  • Film density & saturation

  • Bleach bypass & split tone looks

  • Skin processing controls

• Best for: filmmakers, editors, and creators who want film looks that just work without getting lost in endless sliders.

FilmX Emulation Pro – Professional Color Science, Maximum Control

• 33 professional controls – everything in Standard, plus 12 advanced tools for deep customization

• Adds precision controls used in high-end color grading:

  • RGB & CMY Density Controls – sculpt the film response of individual dye layers for subtle or dramatic changes

  • Contrast Pivot – lock contrast adjustments to the tonal region you want, without shifting the whole image

  • Shadows Range – shape the depth and richness of shadows with surgical control

  • Deep & Subtractive Saturation – two professional approaches to saturation that preserve filmic balance

  • Deep Density Protection – prevents oversaturation in highlights for cleaner, more realistic results

  • Tone Compression – professional tone mapping that holds detail in bright skies, specular highlights, and rolloff areas

• Best for: professional colorists, post-production studios, and advanced users who need a toolset that behaves like a digital film lab.

💡 Which One Should You Choose?

• Choose Standard if you want ready-to-use film emulation with all the essentials — perfect for most projects, fast turnarounds, and creators who want to focus on storytelling.

• Choose Pro if you want the freedom to fine-tune every aspect of the film look — ideal for demanding clients, professional workflows, and anyone who wants the same precision colorists expect in Hollywood finishing suites.

👉 Both deliver stunning, film-true results. The difference is how deep you want to go into the science of film.

A DCTL (DaVinci Color Transform Language) is Resolve’s equivalent of a plugin, coded at a mathematical level to deliver precise color science. Unlike LUTs, DCTLs work with scene-referred color and allow real-time parameter adjustments.

Film emulation is all about capturing that classic film aesthetic in your digital footage. By mimicking the unique characteristics of film prints, this technique generates a look that closely resembles specific film stocks. It uses a series of meticulously crafted grading nodes to replicate the complex chemical reactions that film undergoes during processing. The result? A strikingly authentic film stock appearance for your digital videos, complete with the rich colors and depth that only analog film can deliver.

This process not only enhances the visual appeal of your projects but also helps filmmakers evoke nostalgia and emotional resonance through their work. It’s a game-changer for anyone looking to give their footage that timeless, cinematic flair without the hassle of traditional film methods.

Simply drop the provided .dctl or .dctle file into Resolve’s LUT/DCTL folder, restart Resolve, and apply it on a node. We include a step-by-step installation guide in your download.

This usually means your project settings or CST nodes are not configured correctly. Make sure you’ve followed the FilmX setup guide, especially setting the timeline to DaVinci Wide Gamut Intermediate and completing the final Output CST node.

You’ll receive a digital download instantly after purchase, including the FilmX DCTL file(s), installation guide, and workflow instructions.

LUTs are static look-up tables, while FilmX uses dynamic color science coded into DCTL. This means FilmX adapts to your footage, preserves detail, and gives you flexibility with adjustable parameters.

The package contains the FilmX Emulation DCTL, Film Aesthetics DCTL, recommended node structure, and documentation for setup and grading workflow.

FilmX works with all major cinema cameras (ARRI, RED, Blackmagic, Sony, Canon, Panasonic, etc.) as long as you properly set the Input CST for your camera’s color space and gamma.

Yes. For Log, apply an Input CST first. For Rec709, FilmX still applies film-like color response but with slightly reduced dynamic flexibility.

No. Always apply FilmX on a clean, normalized image (after Input CST). You can then continue grading creatively after the FilmX nodes.

Yes, DaVinci Resolve supports DCTLs across all platforms.

Since FilmX is a digital download, refunds are not possible. But if you face any technical issue, our support team will assist you.

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– Your payment might still be on hold (especially with PayPal).

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Pro Tip: If you go for the Resolve Master Pack, not only do you get lifetime free updates, but you also get unlimited link renewals forever. So you’re never left hanging, no matter when you need your assets.