There are certain films that act as a litmus test for visual storytelling. Denis Villeneuve’s Incendies (2010) is one of them. While the narrative is famous for its gut-wrenching plot twist—often cited as one of the most horrifying in cinema history—I find… Read More »Incendies (2010) – Cinematography Analysis
I’m Salik Waquas. As a filmmaker and colorist running Color Culture, I’m constantly hunting for films that don’t just use technology, but disappear behind it. Top Gun: Maverick is exactly that beast. It isn’t just a legacy sequel; it’s a masterclass in… Read More »Top Gun: Maverick (2022) – Cinematography Analysis
I watch movies differently than most people. I’m usually staring at the scopes or analyzing the highlight roll-off. But Denis Villeneuve’s Prisoners is one of those rare films that forces you to stop analyzing and just feel the weight of it. It’s… Read More »Prisoners (2013) – Cinematography Analysis
I am Salik Waquas, a filmmaker and full-time colorist, passionately committed to unraveling the nuances of visual storytelling. My journey in the post-production industry has been shaped by my work at my color grading suite, Color Culture. As someone deeply… Read More »Cinematography Analysis Of The Revenant (In Depth)
Hello, I’m Salik Waquas, and I run a post-production color grading suite. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working on various films, immersing myself in the nuances of visual storytelling. One film that recently caught my attention is… Read More »Cinematography Analysis Of The Farewell (In Depth)
My name is Salik Waquas, and I am a filmmaker and full-time film colorist who owns a professional post-production color grading suite. My passion lies in exploring the art of visual storytelling, from the technical precision of color grading to… Read More »Cinematography Analysis Of No Country for Old Men (In Depth)
My journey in filmmaking has always been driven by a fascination for visual storytelling—how light, color, and movement combine to evoke emotion and tell stories. One film that has left an indelible mark on me, both as a cinephile and… Read More »Cinematography Analysis Of Gravity (In Depth)