Digital Halation Emulation

digital post-production technique that simulates the effect of light scattering within film emulsion, particularly creating a soft, colored glow (often red) around bright highlights. This method typically avoids third-party plugins by using standard NLE tools to create a more organic and customizable "film look." The core principle is to isolate and bloom the highlights, then tint them to mimic the way different film stocks handle overexposure, which the source argues is the most crucial part of a believable film aesthetic.