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
When I first walked out of the theater after seeing The Martian, I had a massive smile on my face. It was one of those rare moments where you realize you’ve witnessed a film that perfectly balances nail-biting suspense with… Read More »The Martian (2015) – Cinematography Analysis
Let’s talk about Guardians of the Galaxy (2014). When this movie first dropped, a lot of us in the industry saw it as a massive gamble. Marvel was taking a roster of obscure, eccentric characters a raccoon, a tree, a green… Read More »Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) – Cinematography Analysis
Avengers (2012) demands a different kind of analysis. It isn’t an arthouse film relying on shadow and suggestion; it is an engineering marvel.When Joss Whedon set out to assemble Earth’s mightiest heroes, the visual challenge was terrifying. He had to stitch… Read More »The Avengers (2012) – Cinematography Analysis
Let’s talk about Spider-Man: No Way Home. Looking past the deafening hype and the meme culture surrounding it, this film is actually a fascinating case study for those of us in post-production. The challenge here wasn’t just the script; it was… Read More »Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021) – Cinematography Analysis
As a professional colorist at Color Culture, I spend most of my waking hours in a dark room, staring at screens and obsessing over curves. When you look at images all day for a living, you stop seeing just the… Read More »Jurassic Park (1993) – Cinematography Analysis
As a filmmaker and a full-time colorist running Color Culture, there are certain films that just stick with you. They don’t just tell a story; they mess with your head. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind is absolutely one of those films… Read More »Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind- Cinematography Analysis