Cinematography
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Crossing Over: How ‘Lost in Translation’ Uses the Frame
The caverns of meaning and negative space can operates similarly.
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The Unsung Art Form of Color Grading
I give this video an A+. Color grading is one of those aspects of film that people in the industry take for granted and the…
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Hands Through Hair: Intimate Moments With Terrence Malick
The wheat-loving poet creates touching interactions between his characters. While they may not technically be quiet fields and heartfelt voiceover, the actors in director Terrence…
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The Intimate Reflections of Claude Sautet
Finding closeness in the glass barriers between us. Director and author Claude Sautet is best known in the U.S. for his Oscar-nominated film A Simple…
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The Radical Humanity of Rachel Morrison and ‘Mudbound’
From ‘Fruitvale Station’ to ‘Mudbound,’ Morrison has found her place as one of the most humanistic storytellers in her field.
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The Mind of a Master: Learning To Plan Through Tarkovsky’s Shot Lists
Finding patterns in logistics and aesthetics. Andrei Tarkovsky has created some of the most beautiful shots in cinema, even if they serve workmanlike purposes that…
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The Pinnacle of Noir Cinematography In ‘Raw Deal’
1948 saw one of the best-shot noirs ever filmed
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David Fincher Uses Color to Put Us On Edge
The director understands color palettes and not just that orange/blue one you’re thinking of. David Fincher makes movies and television of anticipation. Building tension is…
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The Thirteen Snubbings of Cinematographer Roger Deakins
Maybe 14 is his lucky number. There is no greater working director of photography than Roger Deakins. The man continues to set standards on each…