1min snip

Cinematography Salon cover image

Frederick Elmes, ASC: Reinventing Yourself, One Visionary Film at a Time

Cinematography Salon

NOTE

Creative problem-solving through unconventional lens techniques

The challenge of capturing a close-up dramatic moment led the team to use unconventional methods as regular anamorphic lenses couldn't provide the desired effect. They had to improvise with a clunky zoom lens, multiple diopters causing flares and distortions, which ultimately contributed to the unique feeling of the scene. The combination of visuals, sound, music, and story elements added to the dramatic impact, showcasing the creativity and complexity behind crafting a compelling cinematic moment.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode