While we all know that the film industry is in a state of rapid change, one thing that’ll always remain constant is just how much audiences love a good scare. And, while many movies might be delayed right now, The Empty Man<\/em><\/a>, written and directed by David Prior<\/a>, has hit the theaters offering a nice escape back into the familiarity of cinema.<\/p>\n But, shooting a high-concept horror feature isn\u2019t all fun and games, so to speak. Horror presents many unique challenges\u2014from practical ones about camera ISOs and lighting in dark settings, to psychological ones about finding new ways to scare audiences.<\/p>\n We chatted with The Empty Man<\/em>\u2019s Director of Photography Anastas Michos<\/a> about his cinematography process, as well as his advice and insights for breaking into the industry.<\/p>\n
\nThe Challenges of Setting Mood, Time, and Place<\/h3>\n