Re: Who would like a unified interface for FCS?

Yeah, but the context of that is vague. Smoke, it seems, has a steep learning curve. I doubt you can sit down and edit super fast with no training or experience on the interface. If you're used to FCP then Smoke represents a bit of a learning environment.

The video tracks with layers inside them is really sweet, though. I'd really like to get a Smoke on the Mac
demo sometime.

And Walter, your point about cost is s good one, but I'd be willing to pay more for more robust features. After buying FCP and all the plug ins I need to make it work for all I need to do (Including After Effects as my main 'plug in') the cost would even out over time vs productivity in mostly one application.

The idea that was mentioned to make FCP Express more of what FCP is now and then have a more fully featured FCS is intriguing. That would keep the cost of entry down for those that don't need the better finishing tools.