The creation of cloud-tank effects, building Boss Film Studios while making Ghostbusters, and the bane of matte lines in optical compositing and the relief that came with the digital revolution in visual effects....more
The politics of filmmaking, working with different directors and the importance of knowing how to spend money wisely....more
How his interest in photojournalism grew into a passion for movie making while he was in the Navy, his hippie days, and how he got involved with the production of Star Wars....more
The cinematographer discusses his background as a news and documentary shooter, working as a camera operator....more
Pfister speaks about collaborating with director Christopher Nolan on Memento, as well as his experiences with anamorphic lenses....more
Pfister discusses his love of IMAX and his approach to shooting and lighting the IMAX sequences from The Dark Knight...more
Pfister demonstrates framing from the IMAX footage of The Dark Knight....more
Pfister discusses his working relationship with colorist David Orr and post workflow...more