The 50 Most Beautiful Shots of The Star Wars Franchise
From A New Hope to The Mandalorian, these are the live-action Star Wars cinematic universe’s most perfect frames. Read More
May 4, 2021
Cinematography
What Robert Zemeckis Can Teach Us About the Moving Master Shot
Want to get a lot of coverage with fewer set-ups? Consider opting for a moving master. Read More
April 26, 2021
Cinematography and Iconography in ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’
We chat with the show's director of photography, P.J. Dillon, about how he shot the shield and looking forward to… Read More
April 24, 2021
Watching and Being Watched: The Narrative Power of the POV Shot
A little perspective never hurt anybody. Read More
April 23, 2021
How Do Cinematographers Work With Colorists? (And Other Questions)
Check out a rapid-fire video essay that unpacks a handful of information, including how to control a shot list and… Read More
April 14, 2021
The 75 Best Final Shots in Movie History
Here’s lookin’ at you, beautiful final shots. Read More
April 5, 2021
Shadow Play: The Art and History of Cinematic Chiaroscuro
There's a reason chiaroscuro lighting has been around for hundreds of years. It's effective and dynamic, and it tells a… Read More
March 19, 2021
How They Shot ‘WandaVision’ with One Camera and 47 Lenses
We chat with cinematographer Jess Hall about the process of duplicating seven television eras for the Marvel series. Read More
March 3, 2021
How the Special Effect of Slow Motion Works
Here's a breakdown of how slow motion went from a technological hurdle to an aesthetic choice. Read More
January 27, 2021