Richard Curtis’s About Time (2013) is exactly that. It isn’t trying to be a technical “masterpiece” in the traditional sense, but there is a specific genius in how it captures the humble and the intimate. I wanted to dive into this one… Read More »About Time (2013) – Cinematography Analysis
When I watch Young Frankenstein (1974), I’m not just watching one of the greatest comedies ever made; I’m looking at a masterclass in visual subversion. It’s a film that dared to look “old” at a time when Hollywood was obsessed with the… Read More »Young Frankenstein (1974) – Cinematography Analysis
When I sit down to analyze a film like The Nightmare Before Christmas, I’m not just looking at the aesthetics. I’m looking at the grind. This film is a visual anomaly a paradox of cheer and macabre that proves aesthetic… Read More »The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) – Cinematography Analysis
When Bohemian Rhapsody was released, the critical response was polarized. While audiences embraced the celebration of Queen’s music, many critics argued the narrative played it safe, smoothing over the complexities of Freddie Mercury’s life in favor of a “greatest hits” approach. But… Read More »Bohemian Rhapsody (2018) – Cinematography Analysis
Revisiting How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966) is always a trip. For a colorist and filmmaker, this isn’t just holiday nostalgia; it’s a masterclass in visual aggression and storytelling economy. My office at Color Culture is full of what I call “dark… Read More »How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966) – Cinematography Analysis
I want to talk about a film that most people hear rather than see: The Sound of Music (1965). It’s easy to write this one off as just a nostalgic classic or a holiday staple, but for a filmmaker, it is a… Read More »The Sound of Music (1965) – Cinematography Analysis
Soul isn’t just another entry in the Pixar canon; it is a piece of visual art that challenges the very notion of what animation can do. Usually, I’m analyzing live-action footage, but watching Soul felt like a reset button. It grapples with purpose… Read More »Soul (2020) – Cinematography Analysis