December 2020
Cinematic Reality
“Those of us in the world of reality TV are entering a golden age where it’s no longer an indulgence to discuss lighting and film composition, but an essential part of the job.”...more
David E. Williams
October 2020
HistoricalFew Against Many: 300
Director of photography Larry Fong revisits the Battle of Thermopylae for this action-packed comic book adaptation....more
August 2020
HistoricalMad-Dog Englishman: The Limey
Director of photography Edward Lachman, ASC arms this inventive thriller with an impressive visual edge. ...more
August 2020
FeatureThe Passenger: One Epic Shot
How a cinematographic challenge became a sublime piece of production virtuosity in the hands of Luciano Tovoli, ASC, AIC....more
August 2020
InterviewFuture of Cinematography: How Will the Show Go On?
ASC members and Future Practices Committee chairs Amelia Vincent and Erik Messerschmidt discuss concerns over Covid-19 and ensuring health and safety for all. ...more
August 2020
InterviewFuture of Cinematography: Advances and Opportunities
ASC Motion Imaging Technology Council Chair Curtis Clark, ASC on the state of the art and how to stay ahead of the curve....more
July 2020
InterviewBradford Young, ASC: The Importance of Inspiration
The cinematographer discusses the life choices, motivations and influences that led him to a career behind the camera....more
July 2020
FeatureTotally ’80s
In tribute to American Cinematographer’s 100th anniversary, we look at the magazine’s memorable coverage in this decade of innovation, experimentation and excess....more
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