Ghost in the Shell (1995) is exactly that. It’s a film I keep coming back to, not just because it predicted our digital mess of a future, but because the cinematography is an absolute masterclass. Honestly, calling it “animation” feels like… Read More »Ghost in the Shell (1995) – Cinematography Analysis
Diving back into Castle in the Sky (1986) isn’t just a trip down memory lane it’s an encounter with a foundational piece of world-building. This is an epic, steampunk dreamscape that blends magic and industry so seamlessly you can truly lose yourself… Read More »Castle in the Sky (1986) – Cinematography Analysis
Every few months, I have to go back to Akira (1988) It’s not just a movie; it’s the reason many of us picked up a camera (or a stylus) in the first place. Watching the 4K Ultra HD remaster recently, I… Read More »Akira (1988) – 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
Alright, let’s talk about Grave of the Fireflies. As a film colorist, I spend my days dissecting images, analyzing how every hue, shadow, and highlight contributes to the story. But sometimes, a film transcends technical analysis, hitting you on a purely… Read More »Grave of the Fireflies (1988) – Cinematography Analysis