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Amanda Toney
From 'The Batman' To 'NOPE': The Best Cinematography Of 2022

Just read this article and it is a cool look at this year's best cinematography, wanted to share! https://collider.com/best-movie-cinematography-2022-batman-nope/

From 'The Batman' To 'NOPE': The Best Cinematography Of 2022
From 'The Batman' To 'NOPE': The Best Cinematography Of 2022
As 2022 draws to a close, it is time to start reflecting on the outstanding achievements made in the world of cinema over the past year. The movies released in 2022 have delivered remarkable cinematog…
Daniel Stuelpnagel

Wow, this brings up a wonderful array of formats, sequences and juxtaposition of shots and lighting, moods and the purposes of these elements of cinema, as well as budgets and innovations, great read, thanks for sharing!

Ashley Renee Smith
The 37th Annual ASC Awards are this Sunday, March 5th!

If anyone wants to live stream the ASC Awards on Sunday, March 5th at 7:30 pm PST, you can actually do so by registering with The American Society of Cinematography at this link: https://theasc.com/awards/37th-annual-asc-awards

I think Claudio Miranda has a real shot at winning for Top Gun: Maverick. Who's everyone rooting for?

The American Society of Cinematographers (en-US)
The American Society of Cinematographers (en-US)
Lifetime Achievement Award Stephen Goldblatt, ASC, BSC ASC Career Achievement in Television Award Fred Murphy, ASC International Award Darius Khondji, ASC, AFC Presidents Award Charlie Lieberman, ASC…
Amanda Toney

Thanks for sharing this Ashley!

Nathan Woodward
Find the Light

One of the things that I often find fascinating is that as the years go by more and more of my ilk are going to be gone. My life is arguably half over and my experience in the cinematic process got to bare witness to the transition from analog (film) creation to digital. It's so crazy to me that I h...

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Amanda Toney

Nathan Woodward - I absolutely loved reading your post here. I hope people in my network are inspired by this. You are a brilliantly visual writer and you captured my interest - someone who knows noth...

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Nathan Woodward

Amanda, I am tickled to death that you enjoyed the article. I’m intending on writing another one here pretty soon. One time we were working on a project and it was lunch time, but I had to set up an A...

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Ashley Renee Smith

Beautifully said, Nathan! I was lucky to spend my entire first year at film school learning how to use Bolex H16s. At that time, Columbia College Chicago required all film students to exclusively use...

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Nathan Woodward

I have a Bolex H-16 in my display cabinet. Probably my favorite thing. I love that camera. Didn't even need batteries.

I am glad that you enjoyed the article.

Andrew Sobkovich

Nathan Woodward yes things are changing quicker than they used to. Many people had issues moving from shooting film to electronic images. There was too much stress on the technology & terminology with...

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Geoff Hall
Your favourite Cinematographer?

Out of this list, well of course my love affair with Roger Deakins continues, but out of the rest Christopher Doyle stands out to me. I love Chungking Express (shared DoP), In the Mood for Love and 2046 which are some of my favourite films.

Another question, with In the Mood o Love t the forefront o...

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Nathan Woodward

I have to say that I am a huge fan of classic cinema. There were a lot of greats but I'm going to sound like a total fanboy here -

Is there such a thing as too much Toland?

Greg Toland was my absolute f...

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Richard "RB" Botto

Florin! Great to see you, man. Thanks for the share.

Florin Şumălan

RB, you're welcome! Great to see you too.

I listened recently to the "Ask Me Anything" webinar. Thank you.

Richard "RB" Botto

Appreciate that, Florin. Enjoyed hosting this latest AMA immensely.

Geoff Hall
Robert Richardson’s Tips for the Cinematographer

Richardson has worked with the likes of Oliver Stone, Errol Morris, Quentin Tarantino and Martin Scorsese. Here he outlines his tips for good work and relationships.

1. Trust your Crew

2. Keep the Eyepiece

3. Reduce unnecessary Opinions

4. Seek out a talented Production Designer

5. Acting is the Central...

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Geoff Hall

Andrew Sobkovich thank you. I will bear that in my mind, the next time I manage to be shooting a project.

Stephen Folker

Tip 3 is so important.

Amanda Toney

This is an excellent video and a great share for the community. Thanks Geoff!

Catherine Lee

This was super helpful. Even as a director I think It shows some tips how to work with cinematographers

Geoff Hall

Indeed it does, Catherine. That relationship on set is so important.

Ryan Little
How to make an amazing visual short film

Such amazing visual and camera work in this movie. And done so simple too. Check out this link to the short film "Evenveil," then after you watch that check out the "Making of Evenveil." You will be blown away how this was done. It will certainly inspire you!

"EVENVIEL" - https://youtu.be/tyC6oJ2M4LM...

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Sydney Summers

Hi, Ryan! What a cool post about the camera work in Evenveil. I will have to check out the links you shared!

Sam Sokolow

This is very cool - thanks for sharing!

Stephen Folker

Cool stuff! With the right VFX people, the sky is the limit! Thanks for sharing!

Ryan Little

Sydney. Crazy right. It's amazing what can be done.

Ryan Little

Sam and Stephen. Glad you guys enjoyed it. I was super impressed.

Ryan Little
Roger Deakins and his love for Cinema

I really enjoyed this article on Roger Deakins and how he came to love cinema. They way he talks about shooting on film and the simplicity of it brings back memories when I was in film school. Love it. Movie making is just magic.

https://www.thewrap.com/roger-deakins-movies-changes-cinematographer-e...

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Cinematographer Roger Deakins: Moviegoing Changed 'Beyond Repair'
Cinematographer Roger Deakins: Moviegoing Changed 'Beyond Repair'
Roger Deakins remembers the moment he figured out what he was going to do for a living. It didn't come as a child in Torquay, a seaside town on the coast of South West England, where he grew up surrounded by movies.
Maurice Vaughan

Thanks for sharing, Ryan Little. Wow, Roger Deakins was the cinematographer on some BIG movies! "1917" is one of my favorite War movies.

I agree with Roger when he said, "What the audience wants, what...

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Geoff Hall

Ryan Little Thanks Ryan, my love for Roger Deakins knows no bounds. In a previous share, I posted a video interview between cinematographers on THR I think.

Deakins was astounded at the lack of knowle...

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Ryan Little

Maurice and Geoff. Thanks for the replies. I think you have very valid points and certainly we are lucky to. be a part of this film community and I think some beautifully crafted films are coming.

Sam Sokolow
"Ask Me Anything" with Stage 32's CEO Richard "RB" Botto

Stage 32's CEO Richard "RB" Botto is having an "AMA" about the state of the industry and where we're headed. FREE TO REGISTER Tomorrow Friday, Feb. 17th (11:00 AM PST) Blog about the AMA: https://www.stage32.com/blog/ask-me-anything-with-stage-32-ceo-richard-r... Register for the AMA here: https://w...

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Sydney Summers
Next Friday Stage 32 Is Hosting A Webinar With Our Very Own CEO RB For Ask Me Anything: The State Of The Industry - Where We Are Headed!

It's exciting time for you as a content creator - whether you work in film, television or digital - and it's equally exciting for content makers because the world has opened wide to international voices traveling beyond borders. This free webinar will go over all things film, TV and new media! Bring...

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Amanda Toney
A little trivia for you - Ever see COOL AS ICE with Vanilla Ice?

Guess who the cinematographer was? Would love your reaction in the comments below...

Maurice Vaughan

Janusz Kaminski. He went on to be the DP on some big movies!

Sam Sokolow

Maurice got it. And co-starring Michael Gross from Family Ties with a Noami Campbell turn.

Shellie Schmals

Had to see that movie ... in the theatre too!! A VHS copy ripped from HBO might also be hiding somewhere in my parent's house!! Nice trivia!!

Kevin Jackson

WOW. Blast from the past.

Andrew Sobkovich

Seeing who the Chief Lighting Technician was, is perhaps more surprising. Paying gig is a paying gig.

Shellie Schmals
Cannon announcing new VR Tech

Interesting article on the creative growth of VR tech -

Curious to see who from our members are writing scripts or working on projects in this VR space?

And if you're not, does having more access to VR equipment change that dy...

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Canon Wants to Reinvent Filmmaking: Announcing New VR Products in CES 2023 - YMCinema - News & Insights on Digital Cinema
Canon Wants to Reinvent Filmmaking: Announcing New VR Products in CES 2023 - YMCinema - News & Insights on Digital Cinema
Canon goes all the way with VR (Virtual Reality). A vast amount of VR products were announced at CES 2023, to elevate the immersiveness of filmmakers and moviegoers. However, there was no mention of c…
Shadow Dragu-Mihai, Esq

Shellie Schmals "A vast amount of VR products were announced at CES 2023, to elevate the immersiveness of filmmakers and moviegoers..." In would love to know how that breaks down in terms of tech vers...

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