Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens occupies a fascinating space in cinema history. It was handed the nearly impossible task of waking up a dormant titan while simultaneously carving out a new identity for a new generation. The… Read More »Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens (2015) – Cinematography Analysis & Stills
I live and breathe the visual language of cinema, but rarely does a blockbuster hit me quite like Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Stepping out of the IMAX marathon, having watched the trilogy back-to-back, I felt a familiar blend of… Read More »Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023) – Cinematography Analysis
It’s a film I first encountered as a teenager, looking for that next Matrix fix. My initial reaction back then was likely similar to many: a bit perplexed by its heavy political weight, mostly wanting more of the stylized action. But over… Read More »V for Vendetta (2005) – Cinematography Analysis
Alright, let’s talk Amadeus. I spend most of my days grading digital footage at Color Culture, so revisiting a film like this is a stark reminder of what we’ve lost and gained in the shift from celluloid to digital. There are… Read More »Amadeus (1984) – Cinematography Analysis
There are a handful of films that live rent-free in my head. Braveheart (1995) is one of them. I spend most of my waking hours staring at screens, tweaking curves, and obsessing over color spaces at my grading service, Color Culture. It… Read More »Braveheart (1995) – Cinematography Analysis
As a passionate filmmaker and professional colorist, I’ve always been intrigued by the intricate relationship between visual storytelling and emotional resonance. My journey has been deeply intertwined with understanding how light, color, and framing breathe life into narratives. Through my… Read More »Cinematography Analysis Of Oppenheimer (In Depth)
As a filmmaker and full-time colorist, I’ve always been drawn to the interplay between technical craftsmanship and storytelling. Few films epitomize this balance as perfectly as Jaws (1975). Directed by Steven Spielberg and brought to life visually by cinematographer Bill… Read More »Cinematography Analysis Of Jaws (In Depth)