In 2021 how much can a cinematographer apply from the lessons of previous generations?
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The On-Set Hierarchy: Actors vs. DP
The state of the union between DP’s and the actors we work with. Are we headed down the wrong path?
Read MoreHow Technology is Controlling our Creativity
The LED Revolution, and what it’s done for modern cinema lighting.
Read MoreDebunking the Myth of Large Format "Perspective"
If you’re not ready for a technical photographic discussion, please step out of the room.
Read MoreInsecure Season 2 (2017) - DP: Ava Berkofsky & Patrick Cady
We're having the wrong discussion about lighting black characters. Here's why.
Read MoreThe Handmaiden (2016) - DP: Chung-hoon Chung
Chung-hoon Chung followed two important steps to push this movie from good to great.
Prisoners - DP: Roger Deakins vs. Nocturnal Animals - DP: Seamus McGarvey
Let's take a look at two similar movies, shot by different people and see how their creative predilections come out on screen.
Read MoreCarol (2015) - DP: Ed Lachman
Cinematographers seem to have a very complicated relationship with celluloid film these days...
Read MoreThe LEGO Batman Movie (2017) - Lensing Director: Behzad Mansoori-Dara, Lighting Director: Craig Welsh
Animated films deserve a place in the conversation about modern cinematography
Read MoreEx Machina (2015) - DP: Rob Hardy
In a rare instance, the Sony F65 gets to strut its stuff and show us what it's really capable of.
Read MoreFar from the Madding Crowd (2015) - DP: Charlotte Bruus Christensen
A subtle, but unique shooting style makes this a real splendor of a film.
Read MoreFifty Shades of Grey (2015) - DP: Seamus McGarvey
McGarvey uses his strong mastery of camera and lighting in photographing a popular modern adaptation.
Read MoreNo Country for Old Men (2007) - DP: Roger Deakins
Some truly thoughtful work in photographing "No Country" prove why Deakins is Deakins.
Read MoreHouse of Cards Season 3 (2015) - DP: Martin Ahlgren, Peter Konczal, and Paul Elliott
Perfectly fitting compositions and equally welcome lighting, make this a great piece of cinematography.
Read MoreSchindler's List (1993) - DP: Janusz Kaminski
The impeccable choices made in photographing this three hour masterpiece, create a moving film while respecting the sensitivity of the subject matter.
Read MoreA Most Violent Year (2014) - DP: Bradford Young
Bradford Young shows his affinity for darkness with one of the year's most expressive pieces.
Read MoreMr. Turner (2014) - DP: Dick Pope
Beautiful cinematography in "Mr. Turner" doesn't always translate to impressive.
Read MoreBarry Lyndon (1975) - DP: John Alcott
Top notch compositions and gorgeous locations make this an impressive work. The candle lit scenes are mostly just for bragging rights.
Read MoreGone with the Wind (1939) - DP: Ernest Haller
Masterful work from beginning to end make this film truly deserving of its "classic" status.
Read MoreBirdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014) - DP: Emmanuel Lubezki
The long take is just another tool in the cinematographer's arsenal; it's certainly different, but not always better.
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