There are certain films that act as a litmus test for visual storytelling. Denis Villeneuve’s Incendies (2010) is one of them. While the narrative is famous for its gut-wrenching plot twist—often cited as one of the most horrifying in cinema history—I find… Read More »Incendies (2010) – Cinematography Analysis
t’s always a privilege to sit down and dissect a film like To Kill a Mockingbird. For anyone in the visual storytelling world—whether you’re behind the camera, in the edit suite, or in my chair as a colorist at Color Culture—this… Read More »To Kill a Mockingbird (1962) – Cinematography Analysis
When this movie first hit US screens in a truncated, re-ordered version, it was rightfully panned. But once Leone’s original vision was restored with its non-linear, dreamlike structure intact it ascended to its place as a cinema classic. The film’s… Read More »Once Upon a Time in America (1984) – Cinematography Analysis
Let’s talk Princess Mononoke. As a filmmaker and full-time colorist running Color Culture, there are certain films that act as north stars projects that don’t just tell a story, but define the visual language of their medium. Hayao Miyazaki’s Princess Mononoke is one… Read More »Princess Mononoke (1997) – Cinematography Analysis
When I think of films that balance artistry with thematic depth, Howl’s Moving Castle is a benchmark. It’s a constant source of inspiration, not just for its narrative, but for its audacity in visual storytelling. From the lumbering, ramshackle castle to the… Read More »Howl’s Moving Castle (2004) – Cinematography Analysis
If there’s one film that gets under my skin not just as a filmmaker but specifically when looking at the image pipeline it’s John Carpenter’s The Thing (1982). This isn’t just a horror movie; it is a textbook example of visual efficiency,… Read More »The Thing (1982) – Cinematography Analysis
Alright, let’s talk about Monty Python and the Holy Grail. As a filmmaker and a full-time colorist, this film has always held a special place for me. It’s not just a comedic masterpiece; it’s a brilliant case study in how severe… Read More »Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975) – Cinematography Analysis