Cinematography
Cinematographer Interview: Shooting Darkness for “The Empty Man”
PremiumBeat chats with director of photography Anastas Michos about shooting with the RED Monstro 8K on his latest feature. Dive in.
Tips and Tricks for Making a Film with Zoom Technology
Let’s explore the important elements you’ll need to know to make a successful short film using Zoom technology.
The Mind-Bending and Emotive Cinematography of Ellen Kuras
A look into how cinematographer Ellen Kuras broke into the industry with her innovative techniques, then reshaped it with her storytelling.
Filmmaker Interview: Jim Cummings Talks “The Wolf of Snow Hollow”
Writer, actor, and director Jim Cummings discusses shooting horror, distributing during COVID, and the future of indie filmmaking.
Developing a New Hollywood with Cinematographer Caleb Deschanel
Looking back at how the works of cinematographer Caleb Deschanel launched his name and developed a new modern Hollywood.
How Filmmakers Can Harness the Power of Method Actors
Exploring the history of method acting and how modern filmmakers can work with this famous approach. Get the insight.
Remembering the Cinematography of the Late Michael Chapman
In honor of the late Michael Chapman, let’s explore the high contrast and bright colors of the acclaimed cinematographer behind Taxi Driver and Raging Bull.
DJI Levels Up the Stabilizer Game Again with the RS 2 and RSC 2
Two new camera stabilizers for you to drool over as you debate on which one to get. Let’s take a look. DJI has released two new camera …
Mandalorian Miniatures: How ILM Combined Classic Special Effects, 3D Printing, and Modern VFX
The Mandalorian turns to a tried-and-true special effect — hand-crafted miniature models. Here’s how they did it. While you’ve likely seen the hundreds of articles on how …
The Auteur Cinematography of “Peter Andrews” a.k.a. Steven Soderbergh
Steven Soderbergh has found an under-the-radar way to hone his cinematography while cementing his auteur filmmaker status.
Understanding the Critical Importance of the Camera Operator
Let’s take a look into the art of camera operating by examining what a film looks like without one. Here’s why the camera operator’s role is so …
Lighting Comedy and Creating Kitsch with Robert Yeoman
Discover how cinematographer Robert Yeoman keeps his comedies light and helped develop Wes Anderson’s quirky aesthetic. Dive in!