Dune: Prophecy, the six-episode prequel series to the Dune films, now streaming on Max, delves into the origins of the Bene Gesserit. The series is set 10,000 years before the events of the movies. Bringing this ancient future to life was just one of the challenges faced by cinematographer Pierre Gill, CSC, a veteran of science fiction and period pieces alik ... Show More
Aug 21
Art of the one shot: Adolescence cinematographer Matt Lewis
The Cinematography Podcast Episode 321: Cinematographer Matt Lewis In the limited Netflix series Adolescence, each episode unfolds as a single, uninterrupted take, a cinematic choice that immediately immerses viewers in the unfolding drama. This ambitious format was a deliberate ... Show More
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Art of Deception: DP Christopher Ross, The Day of the Jackal
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1h 12m
Jan 2025
464 - Andy Boyd - JAMM VFX
In this episode, Allan McKay sits down with Andy Boyd, a seasoned VFX Supervisor, and co-owner of Jamm VFX. Andy shares his extensive journey in the visual effects industry, from his early days breaking into major studios like Framestore and Method Studios to founding his own suc ... Show More
1h 2m
Dec 2021
330 -- Eran Dinur -- Photorealism for VFX
Eran Dinur is VFX Supervisor, Composer and published author. His career in visual effects began with a fascination for creating 3D natural scenery. Through his early years, he became well known as a VUE expert and innovator. When he joined ILM Singapore, he created visual effects ... Show More
1h 5m
Nov 2024
461 - Jason Smith - Rings of Power - VFX Supervisor
In this episode, Allan McKay sits down with Jason Smith, Senior Visual Effects Supervisor for Rings of Power and longtime ILM veteran, to delve into his fascinating career journey and creative process in the world of visual effects. Jason shares his story, from early passions for ... Show More
44m 27s
Nov 2021
Dune DP Greig Fraser and Editor Joe Walker Break Down Crafting a Cinematic Epic
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1h 19m
Nov 2023
RIAN JOHNSON - Writer / Director
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1h 10m
Sep 2024
Episode 490 - Matthias Christen - Head of CG Design, The Scope
Matthias Christen, the main 3D artist from The Scope on Ray Tracing FTW, shares his fascinating journey from traditional analog painting to becoming an expert in 3D and virtual production. Starting with a passion for drawing, Matthias entered the advertising industry, where he ho ... Show More
1h 14m
Jun 9
Episode 509 - Marti Romances - Co-Founder and Creative Director, Territory Studio San Francisco
Marti Romances, co-founder and creative director of Territory Studio San Fransisco, joins the podcast to share his journey from designing DVD menus in Spain to creating iconic futuristic interfaces for blockbuster films like Prometheus, The Martian, Guardians of the Galaxy, and C ... Show More
1h 9m
Jul 2024
ALFONSO CUARÓN - Writer / Director
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1h 22m