Gattaca is one of those films that stays with you long after the credits roll. Back in 1997, when big-budget sci-fi was starting to chase digital spectacle, Andrew Niccol went the other way. He crafted a cerebral neo-noir that feels more… Read More »Gattaca (1997) – Cinematography Analysis & Stills
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
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 District 9. For a professional colorist someone who lives and breathes the visual language of cinema diving into this film isn’t just an analysis; it’s a masterclass in texture. It’s a film that understands that visual style isn’t just… Read More »District 9 (2009) – Cinematography Analysis
It takes a lot to pull me out of “analysis mode” and just let me enjoy a film, but Denis Villeneuve’s Blade Runner 2049 managed it. It’s not just a sequel; it’s a benchmark. It’s the kind of movie that reminds… Read More »Blade Runner 2049 (2017) – Cinematography Analysis
We often talk about films that are “influential,” but Blade Runner is in a league of its own. It is a sublime fusion of stunning cyberpunk visuals and classic film noir tropes. It explores deep ideas about the nature of consciousness and… Read More »Blade Runner (1982) – Cinematography Analysis
When you dive into James Cameron’s 1984 original, you aren’t just watching an action movie; you’re watching a masterclass in doing more with less. For me, this is a foundational text. It’s a totally different beast than its sequel, T2, which… Read More »The Terminator (1984) – Cinematography Analysis