Cinematography

The place to discuss, share content and offer advice and tips on all things lighting, framing, cameras, lenses and technique

Karen "Kay" Ross
'Nosferatu' Cinematographer & Director on Creating Beauty

Caught this fantastic article from IndieWire on how the Cinematographer and Director of the recent remake of Nosferatu (2024) "pulls you into night".

I think it's interesting that together, they have made four features, and this time they took an extraordinary amount of time to craft the look of this...

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Mastering Moonlight: 'Nosferatu' Pulls You Into Night Like Few Movies Before
Mastering Moonlight: 'Nosferatu' Pulls You Into Night Like Few Movies Before
Oscar nominated cinematographer Jarin Blaschke talks about his latest collaboration with director Robert Eggers.
Sam Sokolow

The film just passed $100M at the box office. Its a runaway hit and there is so much to learn from it. Thanks for the share, Karen "Kay" Ross.

Karen "Kay" Ross

You got it, Sam Sokolow ! Not a fan of the genre, but super interested in the craft, especially when such thought is put into every detail.

Maurice Vaughan
Red Carpet Roll-Out: January 2025's New Executives & Education at Stage 32!

This month, you have the chance to learn from knowledgeable industry executives, award-winning writers, producers, directors, cinematographers, coaches, consultants, authors, actors, and representatives who worked on or represented such projects as JOY RIDE, NOW YOU SEE ME 2, OH, CANADA, CARD COUNTE...

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Sam Sokolow

What a powerhouse lineup. So cool. Flagging for my network.

Maurice Vaughan

Thank you, Sam Sokolow.

Ashley Renee Smith
What Gear To Choose For Your Camera Package?

In this great video from In Depth Cine, he explains what gear you should choose for your camera package and how to create a gear list for it.

Do you think he's left anything out? What other items would you select for your package, and why?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rlZqrFu4uJA...

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Ashley Renee Smith
How does Wong Kar-Wai pull off his famous step printing technique in Chungking Express?

Learn more in the below video and let me know in the comments what you think about this technique!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0YwRwEfZsE

Daniela Butini

This is great!! I was actually looking for this type of effect to try in my next project. Thank you so much!

Ashley Renee Smith

You're so welcome, Daniela Butini!

Maurice Vaughan
12 Camera Shots

I found this video by Alex Zarfati. My favorite camera shots to see in movies and shows are the Wide Shot, Full Shot, Medium Shot, and POV Shot. What are your favorite shots to use? And are there any shots you haven’t used that you want to use?

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=NJks7JfGKxM...

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12 SHOTS That Make EVERYTHING CINEMATIC
12 SHOTS That Make EVERYTHING CINEMATIC
Learn the 12 shots that will change your filmmaking forever! Whether you're a beginner or seasoned pro, these cinematography basics will take your videos to the next level.
John January Noble

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Tony Ray

Maurice Vaughan Not yet, but I have a few scripts that utilize the POV to great effect.

Maurice Vaughan

Cool, Tony Ray. I use POV in some of my scripts, and I've written two First-person short scripts. I wrote the first-person action lines regularly, then I realized the characters couldn't see/do certai...

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Daniela Butini

I use OTS a lot and normally abuse of close-ups, mostly because of low budget and location limits ;-), but I'd love to master Dutch angle shots and I can foresee I'll make use of POV for my next short! can't wait to try it!

Florin Şumălan

I like very much very wide shots where you see all the scenery; I like also these wide shots to have different elements of different sizes in foreground, background, middle ground and the rest of the...

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Amanda Toney
Academy Award for best cinematography
Academy Award for best cinematography | Winners, Years, & Facts | Britannica
Academy Award for best cinematography | Winners, Years, & Facts | Britannica
Award presented annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, located in Beverly Hills, California. It honors outstanding achievement by a cinematographer in a movie from a given year,…
Amanda Toney

I'm with you, too Geoff Hall. Love Deakins. Although I also am insipred by Alfonso Cuarón

Ashley Renee Smith

Greig Fraser & Andrew Lesnie (RIP, King)!

Sam Sokolow

I've always been obsessed with Jack Hildyard's work on The Bridge on The River Kwai so that always gets my vote.

John January Noble

Amanda Toney I accept the list. Thank you!

Daniela Butini

John Alcott (Barry Lyndon, why not 2001 by the way??) And Vittorio Storaro!

Ashley Renee Smith
Sony Introduces a New High-Speed Global Shutter Sensor

“Sony has once again redefined imaging technology with the announcement of a new industrial sensor. While designed for industrial applications, this sensor’s size, just shy of Micro Four Thirds (M4/3), and its innovative features suggest it could herald a new era for professional video and mirrorles...

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Sony Introduces a New High-Speed Global Shutter Sensor - Y.M.Cinema Magazine
Sony Introduces a New High-Speed Global Shutter Sensor - Y.M.Cinema Magazine
Sony has once again redefined imaging technology with the announcement of a new industrial sensor. While designed for industrial applications, this sensor's size, just shy of Micro Four Thirds (M4/3),…
Ashley Renee Smith
Behind the Lens of Gladiator II: Ridley Scott’s Cinematic Evolution

“Ridley Scott’s commitment to practical filmmaking continues to define his approach. Following the success of Napoleon, celebrated as a “practical, no-CGI masterpiece”, Scott employed similar techniques for Gladiator II. By relying heavily on in-camera effects and real sets, he ensured the film main...

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Behind the Lens of Gladiator II: Ridley Scott's Cinematic Evolution - Y.M.Cinema Magazine
Behind the Lens of Gladiator II: Ridley Scott's Cinematic Evolution - Y.M.Cinema Magazine
Gladiator II, Ridley Scott's anticipated sequel, brings together the grandeur of its predecessor and the innovations of modern filmmaking.
Geoff Hall

Ashley Renee Smith interesting, especially as Mathieson has just come out and said that he thinks Ridley is getting lazy with regards to the cinematography in this film....

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Ashley Renee Smith

Definitely a hot take, Geoff Hall.

Maurice Vaughan
FREE Get Ready For 2025 Virtual Global Film & TV Production Summit

Stage 32 is having an exclusive FREE virtual summit where top producers, film and television production executives, and film commissioners converge to discuss the state of film & TV production and how you can take advantage of the current landscape wherever you are in the world. There will even be a...

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Sam Sokolow

Getting very excited to moderate this panel! Thanks for the share, Maurice Vaughan!

Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Sam Sokolow. I'll see you at the event!

Maurice Vaughan

The chestburster scene was scary, John January Noble! The blinking light in the scene (and the blinking lights throughout the movie) made it even scarier.

John January Noble

@Maurice Vaughan Yes, they gave another perspective of lights and with a closer approach to the camera, making the fear more real.

Ashley Renee Smith

This is awesome, John January Noble! Thank you for sharing!

John January Noble

Ashley Renee Smith your welcome !

John January Noble

Florin Şumălan THIS ROMULOS PODCAST IS GREAT. THANKS FOR SHARING. SET BETWEEN THE FIRST TWO, WE REALLY FEEL LIKE WE'RE IN THE ATMOSPHERE OF RIDLEY AND CAMEROM, WHICH JUST SEPARATES THE TWO POINTS....

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Maurice Vaughan

Incredible conversation! ALIEN: ROMULUS is phenomenal, Florin Şumălan! It's one of the best movies of the year, and it's my second favorite movie in the ALIEN franchise. The visuals are top-notch! The...

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Geoff Hall
‘Gladiator II’ DP John Mathieson Says Ridley Scott’s Process Has Become ‘Lazy’ and ‘Impatient’

This is an interesting article. I’m not sure if this means that the Mathieson/Scott team will be appearing again on a screen near you. What are your thoughts?

“Mathieson voiced his concerns over the director’s use of multiple cameras and CGI and how his process neglects the nuances of cinematography...

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