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DP Will Turner Pairs ALEXA 35 with ZEISS Supreme Prime Ra...

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As volume stages and virtual production become ever more prevalent, cinematographers face new questions of how to make the most of so many gear and equipment choices to best service their creative visions. Cinematographer Will Turner, Commercial Emmy...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 09 April 2024

ASC-Nominated Sheldon Weaves KING COAL Lyrical Tapestry S...

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Filmmakers Elaine McMillion Sheldon and Curren Sheldon have received accolades including an Oscar nomination and Emmy Award for their documentary filmmaking which frequently seeks to shine a light on their home state of West Virginia. The pair’s late...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 08 March 2024

ZEISS introduces the Nano Prime family of high-speed cine...

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ZEISS Nano Primes are the first high-speed (T1.5 throughout) cine lenses made specifically for mirrorless full frame cameras – initially available with Sony E-mount. These primes offer a pleasing, versatile look that is adaptable for an extensive ran...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 14 February 2024

Yamit Shimonovitz Represents the Nuances of Trauma in Let...

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Cinematographer Yamit Shimonovitz is known for hard-hitting documentary work that often focuses on telling the stories of women or giving a voice to trauma. Cultural touchstones she has lensed include “Surviving R Kelly,” “Sex, Love, and Goop” and “C...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 27 December 2023

Cinematographer Manoj Paramhamsa Uses Cooke Anamorphic-i...

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Cooke anamorphic lenses alleviate the concerns of Indian skin tones, field of view and close focus for the third film in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe eo is the third film in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe. Inspired by the A History of Violence gra...

Published 07 November 2023

Aaron McLisky ACS Selects ZEISS Supremes to Capture Real...

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Almost one year ago, Australian cinematographer Aaron McLisky ACS, accompanied the filmmakers of Talk To Me to the film’s world premiere at Sundance 2023. Ten whirlwind months later the horror film, directorial debut of Danny Philippou and Michael Ph...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 01 November 2023

The Lens is Everything for Nada and Cinematographer Alejo...

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 -Cooke Optics S7/i Full Frame Plus primes lenses chosen to show off Buenos Aires and its food for Disney+ mini-series-  As befits a drama about a sophisticated culinary critic it is the fresh palette of colourful and appetising images that first...

Published 20 October 2023

ZEISS Acquires Camera Tracking Pioneer Ncam Technologies

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Ncam’s hybrid tracking technology complements ZEISS’ cinema product portfolio Oberkochen, Germany, July 18: ZEISS has acquired UK-based camera tracking pioneer Ncam Technologies Ltd. With this acquisition, ZEISS is expanding its technology portfol...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 18 July 2023

Jon Joffin ASC Crafts SCHMIGADOON Season 2 Technicolor Lo...

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Jon Joffin, ASC brings decades of experience to craft the look for Season 2 of Schmigadoon, the musical comedy extravaganza, with a star-studded ensemble led by Cecily Strong and Keegan-Michael Key. The cinematographer has been instrumental in shapin...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 23 June 2023

Cinematographer James Kniest Shapes the Horror on THE MID...

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While growing up in a California beach town, James Kniest developed a passion for underwater photography which would lead him to a career in filmmaking. These days he is best known for his cinematography on popular modern horror shows, including The...

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Published 24 May 2023

Cinematographer Riju Das creates Cinematic Look on Award...

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All That Breathes, the most recent film from director Shaunak Sen, debuted on the 2022 international awards circuit with its story of two brothers running a bird sanctuary in Dehli, India. Rich with imagery conveying the connectedness of all life, Al...

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Published 10 May 2023

"Mami Wata" Cinematographer Lílis Soares Uses ZEISS CP.3...

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Afro-Brazilian cinematographer Lílis Soares has been repeatedly honored for her filmmaking which vibrantly seeks to subvert bias in representation and gaze. Premiering at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival, Mami Wata, from Nigerian director CJ Obasi, is...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 03 May 2023

ZEISS Cinematography Returns to SXSW Creative Industries...

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ZEISS is back this March to showcase the latest in cine lens and visual effects technology at the South by Southwest Creative Industries Expo. The distinguished lens maker will exhibit modern cinema optics, as well as presenting a conversation with e...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 03 March 2023

ZEISS Cinematography to Exhibit and Speak at HPA Tech Ret...

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ZEISS Cinematography will once again join the annual Hollywood Professional Association Tech Retreat in Palm Springs this February. In their HPA Innovation Zone booth, the team will demonstrate the CinCraft Mapper metadata application, the natural ex...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 20 January 2023

CineGear LA Technology Achievement Winners Announced and...

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CineGear Expo is also pleased to announce the LA '22 Technical Achievement Award recipients. CineGear’s team of expert judges, representing multiple industry disciplines, examined each product submitted at the June CineGear Expo in Los Angeles. After...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 18 July 2022