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The Cinematography Podcast

The Cinematography Podcast
Cinematography
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Past Lives
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Hollywood
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Video Production
Lighting Techniques
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Nolan Films
Bobi Wine
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Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret
Marvel Studios
USC Film School
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Art, Business, Craft and Philosophy of the Moving Image

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The Cinematography Podcast Episode 341: Caleb Heymann Cinematographer Caleb Heymann has been a key architect of the Stranger Things aesthetic since the tail end of Season 3. After starting as a second unit DP, Heymann was promoted to lead cinematogra... more

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The Cinematography Podcast Episode 340: Steve Yedlin, ASC Cinematographer Steve Yedlin, ASC, and director Rian Johnson have shared a creative shorthand for over thirty years. Their collaboration is so deep that it rarely requires extensive dialogue. ... more

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The Cinematography Podcast Episode 339: Autumn Durald Arkapaw, ASC Cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw, ASC was first introduced to director Ryan Coogler through fellow DPs Bradford Young and Rachel Morrison. After their successful collaboration on... more

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The Cinematography Podcast Episode 338: Bryan Fuller and Nicole Hirsch Whitaker Bryan Fuller has one of the most recognizable visual signatures in modern television. Whether he’s dealing with a forensic pathologist who bakes pies (Pushing Daisies) or... more

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Recent Guests

Caleb Heymann
Lead cinematographer for Stranger Things
Netflix
Episode: Caleb Heymann: the cinematic playground of Stranger Things
Steve Yedlin
Director of Photography known for his collaboration with Rian Johnson on various films.
Episode: Steve Yedlin’s gothic look for Knives Out: Wake Up Dead Man
Bryan Fuller
Director and showrunner known for his work on Pushing Daisies, Hannibal, and American Gods
Episode: Bryan Fuller and Nicole Whitaker: Dust Bunny’s nightmare whimsy
Nicole Hirsch Whitaker
Cinematographer known for her work on Netflix series One Piece and Bad Sisters
Episode: Bryan Fuller and Nicole Whitaker: Dust Bunny’s nightmare whimsy
Lucy Liu
Actress playing a terminally ill immigrant woman
Episode: Eric Lin and Lyle Vincent tell a tragic story in Rosemead
Jess Hall
Director of photography known for his work on Hot Fuzz and Marvel's WandaVision
Marvel Studios
Episode: DP Jess Hall’s retro look on The Fantastic Four: First Steps
Jeff Cutter
Director of Photography for Predator: Badlands, known for his work on 10 Cloverfield Lane and Prey.
Film Industry
Episode: Jeff Cutter: melding the alien worlds of Predator: Badlands
Jeff Cronenweth
Two-time Oscar-nominated cinematographer known for his work on films such as Fight Club and The Social Network.
ASC (American Society of Cinematographers)
Episode: Jeff Cronenweth, ASC: stepping out of the grid on TRON: ARES
Tobias Datum
Cinematographer of Murderbot
Apple TV+
Episode: Tobias Datum: creating the sci-fi world of Murderbot

Hosts

Ben Rock
Host and Co-host with expertise in cinematography and filmmaking, Ben Rock brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the discussions.
Ilya Friedman
Co-host with extensive experience in the cinematography field, Ilya Friedman contributes valuable insights and technical expertise.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 282 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 Statesa year 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
    Mexicoa year 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 States3 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 States3 years ago

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Some critiques mention that the podcast can occasionally stray from technical topics into wider discussions, which may be less appealing for those seeking deep cinematography insights.
Listeners appreciate the informative nature of the conversations, particularly for professionals in the film industry.
The hosts are often praised for their knowledgeable and engaging interviews with guests, making it easy for listeners to connect with the content.

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BONUS EPISODE: Sinners DP Autumn Durald Arkapaw, ASC
Q: What led you to the decision to shoot in IMAX?
Autumn explains that the studio's interest in large formats led to an exploration of IMAX, which resulted in beautiful test images and an exciting decision to proceed with it for the film.
BONUS EPISODE: Sinners DP Autumn Durald Arkapaw, ASC
Q: Could you talk a little bit about how the two of you met up and started working together and the nature of your collaboration with him?
Autumn shares how she first met Ryan through a recommendation from cinematographer Bradford Young, which ultimately led to their collaboration on various films, showcasing their strong personal and professional relationship.
Tobias Datum: creating the sci-fi world of Murderbot
Q: What is your approach to lighting scenes to feel grounded yet fitting within a sci-fi context?
Once we found locations, we tested the lighting setups while ensuring that they felt natural and true to the environment, harnessing elements of practicality alongside visual effects.
Tobias Datum: creating the sci-fi world of Murderbot
Q: How do you merge all of these different elements into something that feels cohesive in the series?
We started very early on with collaborators like Sue Chan, the production designer, to establish a visual lexicon for the world of Murderbot, ensuring that creative ideas fit within the practical limits of production.
Cinematographer Dan Laustsen brings Frankenstein to life
Q: What are the themes or messages in this adaptation of Frankenstein?
Laustsen expresses the central theme of love and forgiveness in the movie, signifying it as a story about relationships rather than horror.

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1. Caleb Heymann
2. Steve Yedlin
3. Bryan Fuller
4. Nicole Hirsch Whitaker
5. Lucy Liu
6. Jess Hall
7. Jeff Cutter
8. Jeff Cronenweth

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