Why is my film blank? Common Mistakes Made

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Why is my Film blank?

I've put this video together as I've been asked this question a number of times.
Here are my past experiences and mistakes that I have made along the way.

1) Totally Blank Film. Nothing on it at all not even film information.
More than likely you have poured the Fixer in your development tank first.

2) I have a Black Leader but no images. I do have film information.
Your film has been developed but somehow you have not exposed the film. The leader is black because that was exposed to light as you loaded the film. The remaining film in the camera has not been exposed.

Possible causes.

You did not load the camera correctly so the film did not advance as you were taking your photos.
Your cameras Aperture or Shutter is not opening allowing the film to be exposed.
You developed, by mistake, an un exposed film by mixing exposed film with unexposed film in your changing bag.

3) I have a black leader, blank film and no film information.
The black leader would indicate you have developed and fixed correctly.
The remaining film wasn't exposed as above, but some films hold no film information.

4) My negatives are milky looking!
You have not fixed your film properly. Either your fixer is exhausted or your temp way too cold or you didn't fix long enough. It will be fine if you re-fix using fresh fixer and wash as normal. The milky look should clear.
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