To call The Bridge on the River Kwai a “war movie” feels like a disservice. It’s a psychological thriller disguised as an epic. While the backdrop is the brutal reality of a World War II Japanese POW camp, the real battlefield is… Read More »The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957) – Cinematography Analysis
Most people remember Dr. Strangelove for Peter Sellers’ legendary triple performance or the dark satire. But as a filmmaker and the owner of Color Culture, I find myself obsessing over something else entirely: the density of the blacks and the geometry of… Read More »Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb- Cinematography Analysis
My name is Salik Waquas, and I am a filmmaker and colorist owning a post-production color grading suite. Over the years, I have immersed myself in the art of visual storytelling, exploring how cinematography shapes narratives and evokes emotions. One… Read More »Cinematography Analysis Of On the Waterfront (In Depth)
I often find myself captivated by the visual language of cinema, the subtle interplay of light, shadow, and movement that shapes a narrative. Some Like It Hot (1959), directed by Billy Wilder, stands as a classic example of this art.… Read More »Cinematography Analysis Of Some Like It Hot (In Depth)
My name is Salik Waquas, and I am the owner of a post-production color grading suite. As a film colorist and enthusiast, I’ve always been captivated by the power of visual storytelling. One film that has particularly intrigued me is… Read More »Cinematography Analysis Of Touch of Evil (In Depth)
As a filmmaker and professional colorist, my passion lies in decoding the artistry behind every frame of a film. With years of experience in post-production and color grading, I’ve honed my ability to translate raw footage into a visual symphony.… Read More »Cinematography Analysis Of Psycho (In Depth)
My name is Salik Waquas, and I am a filmmaker and full-time colorist passionate about the power of visuals in storytelling. I own a professional post-production color grading suite where I transform raw footage into cinematic works of art. My… Read More »Cinematography Analysis Of Rear Window (In Depth)