We tend to look to the past for narrative structure, but rarely do we dissect the very bones of their visual language. Dial M for Murder (1954), directed by the master Alfred Hitchcock, is one such film. On the surface, it… Read More »Dial M for Murder (1954) – Cinematography Analysis
The Wild Robot (2024) didn’t let me. Directed by Chris Sanders, this isn’t just another photorealistic tech demo; it is a deliberate, textural rejection of the “clean” CGI look that has dominated the industry for the last decade. It captivated me… Read More »The Wild Robot (2024) – Cinematography Analysis
When a film like Klaus (2019) comes along, it doesn’t just entertain me; it demands a forensic analysis. It’s a film that quietly reset the bar for what we thought was possible in 2D animation. From my vantage point at Color Culture,… Read More »Klaus (2019) – Cinematography Analysis
There are films that resonate with you long after the credits roll, and then there are films that force you to re-examine the very craft of filmmaking. Juan José Campanella’s The Secret in Their Eyes (2009) is firmly the latter. It navigates… Read More »The Secret in Their Eyes (2009) – Cinematography Analysis
he Great Escape isn’t just an academic exercise; it’s a look into the bedrock of visual storytelling. The Great Escape is more than just an iconic war film; it is a masterclass in how cinematography can elevate narrative and dictate the emotional rhythm… Read More »The Great Escape (1963) – Cinematography Analysis
Alright, let’s talk about The Elephant Man. For a lot of people, this film is just a classic drama, but for me, this movie is a cheat code. It’s David Lynch’s second feature, dropped in 1980, but it looks like it… Read More »The Elephant Man (1980) – Cinematography Analysis
When I first started working as a colorist, I thought I had a handle on what made a movie look “cinematic.” But the more time I spend in the suite, the more I realize that sometimes you have to look… Read More »For a Few Dollars More (1965) – Cinematography Analysis