Fresh from lensing 2019’s The Lion King, cinematographer Caleb Deschanel ASC explains how technological advances mean the role of the cinematographer is ever-evolving, and reflects on his time working on the original series of Twin Peaks.
In his collaborations with directors like the Coen brothers (Inside Llewyn Davis) and Jean-Pierre Jeunet (Amélie), cinematographer Bruno Delbonnel ASC AFC has developed his signature soft-lit style. He shares how he helps bring a filmmaker’s vision to the big screen, working with the production and costume designers to do so.
Alik Sakharov ASC has performed double duty during his film career, working first as a cinematographer, then later becoming a director. He takes us through some of the highlights of his great career, from lensing the pilot of The Sopranos to sitting in the director’s chair for The Witcher.
Production designer Adam Stockhausen has worked his creative magic for directors like Wes Anderson, Steve McQueen and Steven Spielberg. He sheds light on his design process and the differences in his role when working in studio versus on location.
The winner of EnergaCAMERIMAGE’s Lifetime Achievement Award in 2020, Philippe Rousselot AFC ASC has also been honoured by BAFTA, the Césars and the Oscars. Here, he shares how he immersed himself in Tim Burton’s fantastical universe.
Speaking on his very first visit to EnergaCAMERIMAGE, Lawrence Sher ASC reveals what makes his collaboration with director Todd Phillips so special. The Joker cinematographer also discusses how he brought Phillips’ Gotham to life in his lensing choices.
Actor-producer Josh Hartnett takes a trip down memory lane through his diverse career, starting with sci-fi horror The Faculty. He also reflects on his collaboration with Polish director Lech Majewski on The Valley of the Gods.
It’s twice the fun as both director Kenneth Branagh and cinematographer Haris Zambarloukos BSC GSC settle down to discuss their work on Belfast. The pair explain how and why they used a nine-year-old boy’s perspective in the semi-autobiographical film, influenced by Branagh’s childhood.
Spanish cinematographer José Luis Alcaine explores his long-time collaboration with Pedro Almodóvar, including their most recent work on Madres Parallels, and revisits his career in general.