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The Cinematography Podcast

The Cinematography Podcast
Cinematography
Visual Storytelling
Visual Effects
Netflix
Hollywood
Hot Rod Cameras
Documentary Filmmaking
Lighting Techniques
Oppenheimer
Apple TV+
Academy Awards
Marvel
Wicked
Filmmaking
Filmmaking Techniques
Horror Films
The Last Of Us
American Primeval
Murderbot
Science Fiction

Art, Business, Craft and Philosophy of the Moving Image

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Latest Episodes

DP Brett Pawlak on grounding Spider-Man: Brand New Day in natural light, practical suit design, and 17 years collaborating with Destin Cretton. Podcast highlights include: -How Pawlak and Cretton’s input about the suit design kept Peter Parker feelin... more

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Cinematographer John Matysiak on shooting Motor City's nearly dialogue-free story, real in-camera stunts, and building its 1970s Detroit look from film tests. Podcast highlights include: -Why Motor City tells its story with almost no dialogue, and ho... more

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DP Julia Swain on faking the Golden Gate Bridge, rigging a real tour bus, and bringing indie instincts to Netflix's Voicemails for Isabelle Podcast highlights include: -How Julia shot the film's pivotal Golden Gate Bridge overlook scenes without usin... more

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DP Michael Bauman, ASC on shooting Monster: The Ed Gein Story, building a visual language with period lenses, and lighting with just reflectors and flashlights. Podcast highlights include: -How Michael built a distinct visual language for each era wi... more

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Recent Guests

Julia Swain
Director of Photography for Voicemails for Isabelle
Netflix (DP on Voicemails for Isabelle)
Episode: Bringing indie instincts to Voicemails for Isabelle
Michael Bauman
Cinematographer on Monster: The Ed Gein Story
Netflix, Monster; Ed Gein Story
Episode: Michael Bauman on building horror for Monster: The Ed Gein Story
Gustav Danielsson
Cinematographer on A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
HBO
Episode: Shooting mud, fog and firelight in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
Eben Bolter
Cinematographer behind Cape Fear on Apple TV+
ASC, BSC
Episode: Eben Bolter, ASC, BSC reimagines a noir classic in Cape Fear
Lyle Vincent
Cinematographer on The Beast in Me and The Staircase
Stare-at-Projects/Antonio Campos collaboration
Episode: Lyle Vincent on lighting the darkness of The Beast in Me
Christian Sprenger
Cinematographer of Widow's Bay, long-time collaborator with Hiro Murai
Widow's Bay / Apple TV+
Episode: Christian Sprenger on building the horror-comedy Widow’s Bay
Peter Konczal
Cinematographer for HBO's Black Rabbit
HBO/Black Rabbit
Episode: Peter Konczal, ASC on Black Rabbit’s raw, low-contrast look
Richard Rutkowski
Director of Photography on The Audacity
AMC Plus / The Audacity
Episode: Smoke, spotlights, Silicon Valley secrets in The Audacity
Peter Deming
ASC, acclaimed cinematographer
Self
Episode: Bonus Episode: Peter Deming, ASC

Hosts

Ilya Friedman
Host with extensive involvement in CinePod and The Cinematography Podcast, connecting technical depth with industry insights
Ben Rock
Co-host and on-record facilitator, known for guiding conversations with a practical, gear-aware lens
Alana Cote
Guest-friendly producer and host with a focus on CinePod and cinematography discussions

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 291 ratings
  • Great for professionals as well as BTS fans

    The hosts never fail to keep the conversation with their guests informative without getting too technically dry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hapadave
    United States2 years ago
  • Great conversation

    This is a great podcast. The guys know their stuff and it is an unvaluable resource for filmmakers and movie buffs. Cheers from México.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carl Zand
    Mexico2 years ago
  • Brilliant show

    Ben and Illya are so informed on the film making process that their questions are always spot on, and exactly what we fans of cinematography want to hear. I really enjoyed being interviewed by Ben about Late Night With The Devil. I’m not comfortable in the spotlight, but he asked such interesting questions that I was quickly at ease. I love this podcast. Get on it people!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lobo Solitaria
    Australia2 years ago
  • Yikes

    This podcast is not for you if you work in the industry and want meaningful, reasonably deep conversations. These guys are hard to listen to. I don’t know why they called this “the cinematography podcast” when neither of them are cinematographers or even have a reasonable knowledge of the craft to begin with.

    If you want to listen to two dudes talk about random current events for 15 minutes before bringing the guest in, go for it. The interviews have basically no depth and sometimes don’t go m... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Kfal
    United States4 years ago
  • Great insights!

    I’m not in the industry at all. Just a movie dork and love all aspects especially how movies “look.” Anyway, always interesting guests and love when they get “inside baseball” about the creative process, lenses, and the rants! Thanks guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ClarkWashington
    United States4 years ago

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Episodes are consistently informative for working DPs and aspiring filmmakers alike.
Listeners praise the guest breadth and depth of production insight.
One of the most actionable cinematography shows out there for gear and technique.

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Michael Bauman on building horror for Monster: The Ed Gein Story
Q: How did you differentiate multiple time periods visually?
We differentiated through a combination of lens choices, lighting direction (soft vs. hard), exposure and color grading, with specific references to period aesthetics; we tested film looks but leaned digital with careful color and grain to maintain a weathered, period-specific feel.
Shooting mud, fog and firelight in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
Q: Can you talk just a little bit about pacing? How do you make a show that's so tight that never feels hurried?
Pacing is largely controlled in the edit and by the director on set; it comes from careful planning of setups, and letting landscapes and moments breathe rather than forcing rapid cuts.
Matt Ball on shooting in remote regions for Tucci in Italy
Q: Can you tell me, did you go back and do five more episodes, or were there always an extra five episodes in the can that then they just got released?
We shot them all back to back over seven months, then released them later as the additional five episodes.
Suburban street photography and voyeurism in DTF St. Louis
Q: How do you come up with the elements to turn it into that intentionality?
The process is highly deliberate and collaborative with Steve; involves pre-approved reference imagery, varied wides and alt-wides, and planning for flexible coverage to allow meaningful cuts and emotional impact without traditional coverage.
Suburban street photography and voyeurism in DTF St. Louis
Q: How does voyeurism play into the show?
Voyeurism is a fundamental storytelling device, using long scenes and grainy footage to invite the audience into private spaces and gradually reveal the full story, aligning with the street photography reference and the frame-in-frame concept.

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The show centers on in-depth cinematography, lensing, lighting, and production workflows behind high-end film and TV projects. Conversations consistently unpack practicalities—from night shoots and real-location logistics to camera choices, color workflows, and collaboration with directors and production designers. Guests are often top DPs or closely related camera professionals who reveal how they shape a scene's mood, how specific lenses or formats contribute to storytelling, and how budgets and schedules influence creative decisions. The format leans into actionable production insight, storytelling craft, and industry trends, making it valuable for working cinematographers, crew, and content creators seeking concrete techniques and caree... more

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1. Julia Swain
2. Michael Bauman
3. Gustav Danielsson
4. Eben Bolter
5. Lyle Vincent
6. Christian Sprenger
7. Peter Konczal
8. Richard Rutkowski

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