there are lots of adobe after effects plug-ins out there. if you look here

http://toolfarm.stores.yahoo.net/adobe-after-effects-plug-ins.html

there are mass. its be costly and a hassle to have everyone


i use magic bullet and sapphire.

what are some opinions of the top plug-ins to have, for music videos/films. not broadcast type videos.

you might consider updating the cycore plugin that is included with AE...
you get more resolution and newer effects...

http://www.cycorefx.com/

these are the effects with CC as the name... AE comes with them as 8bit only

shine and 3d stroke seem to be very popular

http://www.trapcode.com/gallery.html

The suite 2008 has the most options....

and its nice to have a supporting forum like this one

http://www.trapcode-people.net/index.php

The Foundry Tinderbox

cinelook, video copilot's film magic pro

you might consider updating the cycore plugin that is included with AE...
you get more resolution and newer effects...

http://www.cycorefx.com/

these are the effects with CC as the name... AE comes with them as 8bit only

Thanks for the update :)

http://www.trapcode.com/gallery.html

The suite 2008 has the most options....

and its nice to have a supporting forum like this one

http://www.trapcode-people.net/index.php

Awesome plugins i just need to try form :)