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Love his work. The Limey. Erin Brokovich. Good, good stuff. Love this chat too. Really informative.

Kodak Goes Behind-the-Scenes With Acclaimed Cinematographers at Cine Gear Expo; Eric Alan Edwards, Giles Nuttgens and Rachel Morrison Headline Panels LOS ANGELES, May 29, 2013 — Kodak will host two discussions with acclaimed cinematographers at this year’s Cine Gear Expo on the Paramount Lot in Los Angeles. On Friday, May 31, at 5:15 p.m., Kodak will sit down with award-winning cinematographer Giles Nuttgens, BSC for a conversation in the Paramount Theater. On Saturday, June 1, at 11:45 a.m., the “Sundance in Summer” panel will feature Eric Alan Edwards (Lovelace) and Rachel Morrison (Fruitvale Station) in The Sherry Lansing Theater. In a candid conversation, Nuttgens will reveal the thinking behind his extensive body of work -- including the imagery, technology, career choices, and his collaborations. The seminar will offer a glimpse into the mind of one of today's more innovative artists. Nuttgens shot the recently released What Maisie Knew with the directing team Scott McGehee and David Siegel, and Midnight’s Children, based on the best-selling Salman Rushdie novel. Nuttgens’ extensive feature resume also includes Mehta’s elemental trilogy Fire, Earth and Water, which received a 2007 Oscar® nomination for Best Foreign Language Film and earned Nuttgens the 2006 GENIE Award for Best Cinematography. Nuttgens first worked with McGehee and Siegel on The Deep End, a film which earned him the 2001 Sundance Film Festival Award for Best Cinematography, and a nomination in the same category at the 2002 Independent Spirit Awards. His next films include the upcoming features Young Ones and God Help the Girl. Both Edwards and Morrison recently had movies that were stand outs at the Sundance Film Festival. This panel conversation will delve into their creative and budgetary considerations made prior to and during production. The cinematographers will also give the audience behind-the-scenes insight on the collaborations with their directors – Ryan Coogler who took his first turn at the helm on Fruitvale Station; and the dual visionary team on Lovelace comprised of Oscar®-winning director Rob Epstein and Emmy®-nominated Jeffrey Friedman, both with documentary backgrounds. Edwards’ film Lovelace is the story of adult film legend Linda Lovelace, who starred in the 1972 film Deep Throat. The film will hit cinema screens in August. Edwards received an Indie Spirit Award nomination for My Own Private Idaho, and has an eclectic list of credits including Gus Van Sant’s Even Cowgirls Get the Blues, Judd Apatow’s Knocked Up, David Dobkin’s The Change-Up, and the upcoming Delivery Man from director Ken Scott. Morrison lensed Fruitvale Station, which was the winner of both the Audience Award and Grand Jury Prize at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival. Based on real events, the film follows Oscar Grant on the final day of 2008, and his untimely death New Year’s Day at the hands of a transit police officer in Oakland, Calif. The film will be released by The Weinstein Co. on July 26. Morrison’s credits include Palo Alto, CA; and the upcoming thriller The Harvest, among others. Morrison will receive the Kodak Vision Award at the 2013 Women in Film Crystal + Lucy Awards® on June 12. The panel is free with admission to Cine Gear Expo. Advanced registration for the Expo can be done at www.cinegearexpo.com. The website also includes directions and additional information. To learn more about Kodak, visit www.kodak.com/go/motion, or follow Kodak on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/KodakMotionPictureFilm and Twitter (@Kodak_ShootFilm). (Participants subject to availability.) # About Kodak’s Entertainment Imaging Business Kodak’s Entertainment Imaging business is the world leader in providing motion picture film and imaging products, services, and technology for the professional motion picture and exhibition industries. For more information, visit www.kodak.com/go/motion. Follow us on Facebook (facebook.com/KodakMotionPictureFilm), Twitter (@Kodak_ShootFilm), and YouTube (youtube.com/KodakShootFilm).

CINEMATOGRAPHER wanted for documentary Personal story interviewing family members - friendly interrogation! PAID. First film - yes! low budget, hello, this is a documentary?? But, I believe everbody deserves a wage for services. Will not pay for traveling. Must have experience and own digital camera. Lighting a plus. Sound important. Send a reel if you have one. We'd love to see your talent. For more information email/contact veronicagilmore101@gmail.com I will try to respond to each email. Project - This film captures similar truth/struggle's to Sarah Polleys recent documentary "Stories We Tell", although very different. This is a non fiction story that I own rights to. Subject matter is a love story with layers about family secrets, blended families, reuniting, adoption, adoptee's, politics, secular humanist issues, and the human right to love whom ever we choose to. Today is her Birthday Where are you from Productions Film students encouraged to contact me. Locations for 2013 (general locations) Dates TBD Indian Wells, California Beverly Hills, California Daily City, California San Bruno, California Tallmadge, Ohio (outside of Akron, OH) - if you have minimal experience and live in this area - please contact me ASAP! Sarasota, Florida Please reference which location you are available for and dates you are NOT available for. I realize this can change. My time at each location will be minimal and timing is everthing. We are set to begin filming in the Richmond, Virginia area on May 27th, 2013 with two very Amazing VCU film graduate's. Thank you! I look forward to hearing from you!

CINEMATOGRAPHERwanted for documentary Personal story interviewing family members - friendly interrogation! PAID. First film - yes! low budget, hello, this is a documentary?? But, I believe everbody deserves a wage for services. Will not pay for traveling. Must have experience and own digital camera. Lighting a plus. Sound important. Send a reel if you have one. We'd love to see your talent. For more information email/contact veronicagilmore101@gmail.com I will try to respond to each email. Project - This film captures similar truth/struggle's to Sarah Polleys recent documentary "Stories We Tell", although very different. This is a non fiction story that I own rights to. Subject matter is a love story with layers about family secrets, blended families, reuniting, adoption, adoptee's, politics, secular humanist issues, and the human right to love whom ever we choose to. Today is her Birthday Where are you from Productions Film students encouraged to contact me. Locations for 2013 (general locations) Dates TBD Indian Wells, California Beverly Hills, California Daily City, California San Bruno, California Tallmadge, Ohio (outside of Akron, OH) - if you have minimal experience and live in this area - please contact me ASAP! Sarasota, Florida Please reference which location you are available for and dates you are NOT available for. I realize this can change. My time at each location will be minimal and timing is everthing. We are set to begin filming in the Richmond, Virginia area on May 27th, 2013 with two very Amazing VCU film graduate's. Thank you! I look forward to hearing from you!

Hi, I'm a student from the University of the Arts London. Currently doing an interesting project for Selfridges&Co Concept advertisement film. This 2-3 minutes film will be advertising sportswear, underwear, womenswear, menswear and home products. Brands such as Alexander McQueen, Anglomania, Astley Clarke, B. Tempt’d, Carvela, Donna Karan, Emilio Pucci, Helmut Lang, Louis Vuitton, Maison Martin Margiela, Paul Frank, Saint Laurent, Ted Bakers, Tods, Victoria Beckham, etc. will be included in the ad. I've already recruited a crew for my fashion ad, two models, one male one female, make-up artist, hair stylist and two photographer for additional editorial shoot. Currently trying to find a cinematographer for this video. 1-2 days of shooting only. I will be handling the role as Creative Director, Stylist, Producer and Post-production. If you are interested, please reply asap or contact me via e-mail - jensenhoi@gmail.com Thanks, Jensen Hoi University of the Arts London BA (Hons) Creative Direction for Fashion

Hi. I am going to shoot a short film on Canon 1D C camera. I love Marvel´s cine style set up on the Canon 5D mark III. Is it possible to use the same Marvel´s cine style for the 1D C camera? Or do you recommend another cine style for that camera? I just want to use the best cine style possible so I can do the best color correction in the end. We´re going for the "Amelie" look:-). Best, Henrik A. Meyer www.henrikameyer.com

Hi. I shooting a little narrative film on the Arri Alexa camera. We don´t have the time to shoot a test before we start shooting and I watched some test online about how high you can go with the ISO in the camera in low light locations. Do anyone in here have good experience with the Alexa camera? And how high can I put the cameras ISO with out seeing to much noise in the blacks? Thanks, Henrik www.henrikameyer.com

Hi guys, I'm a screenwriter trying to start out a new film industry in asia. I'm looking for any business minded filmmaking individuals who are willing to join me to start a new Los Angeles in Asia.

Hi. I am a new Cinematographer that need your opinion about my showreel/homepage:-). www.henrikameyer.com Best, Henrik A. Meyer

Good morning everyone J I am new to the idea of making a feature film and especially trying to make it look professional. I have played with video work and editing for many years but my photography skills in terms of manual use are at the moment beginner, I’ve been told to make a film by a uk film maker I know and really excited about the prospect of giving it a go. If it’s possible I would really love some guidance, I would like it to look as professional quality as possible but of course budget is really tight (same as everyone I would imagine!), I’m considering between the Panasonic HC-X900EB-K HD Camcorder or a Canon EOS 650D Budget is a big issue, and that is probably the best I can stretch as a I will have to get other accessories as well, I’m sticking to a mixture of Cinematic & found footage style mainly for the more forgiving nature of it, thought it was wise for a first attempt. Not being a pro the Panasonic seemed wise with the better auto modes if I found manual too hard to get it right, but my big concern is the 50p mode, I will be editing in Premiere / After Effects, with the final render going to Bluray & DVD, the primary format will probably NTSC ideally, but it will all be filmed on UK PAL equipment (I know, I know), the Panasonic doesn’t have a 24p native mode, the primary format will be NTSC for the reason if I manage to pull it off and its all watchable and ok my film maker friend has said he would distribute it (has a few independent film distribution companies) but of course this means a hell of a lot of video conversion going from the 50p format to NTSC DVD, after editing, I’m worried this will also effect the pacing of the final edit, I have never converted files that drastically before. The problem with the Canon is I feel while it has the 24p recording mode, I’m worried about the lack of stabilization with the idea of a newbie film maker and especially found footage style, and especially my lack in experience of manual use of cameras, I just keep going around and around in circles changing my mind constantly :/ I don’t want to make the process too complicated for a first time hence why the film itself will me very small production and if it makes a difference quite a lot of it will be night time footage. Sorry for the long rang, I would appreciate anyone else’s experienced input if I haven’t put you to sleep J what do you guys think ?.

please check out my Ebay listing. Feel free to contact me at anytime if you have any questions. http://cgi.ebay.com/...em=281055473046 thanks, Mike

please check out my Ebay listing. Feel free to contact me at anytime if you have any questions. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=281055473046 thanks, Mike

http://about.me/adamlcohen *click on the vimeo or youtube links at the bottom of the page to view my reel. Thank you for your time! Adam Cohen

Hey guys! I just joined this site today and am hoping to learn a lot and connect with a lot of people. Currently I'm 15 and in the 10th grade and have a passion for cinematography and filmmaking. I've been video editing for years but more recently (roughly 1 1/2 years ago) got serious about it. I've started working more with the film aspect of filmmaking this year as I'm now taking an AV Production class at my school and i'm loving it. I've always been working in post but have only more recently starting to do more things with cinematography. So anyways, I was wondering if film school was really worth it? I know quite a lot of things already about cinematography and film production and from this site and others I could learn so much more, without having to go to film school. Many people say that it's a waste of money and unless you're going to film school with very little to no knowledge of filmmaking, then I'd probably agree. But I want to hear from some people on here who have had experience. I'm also starting to make some connections with music video editors/directors and independent cinematographers so I can get help from them as well. I'll also post some of my work from youtube on here when I get the chance and I've recently made a vimeo so I will post it there as well. Thanks and I look forward to connecting with a lot of you!

Here is my newest short film, ’i love you & goodbye’. Photos in motion, consisting of 4,733 pictures. A relationship between a young couple, from the first I love you to the dreadful goodbye. Let me know what you think! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pSqZZrmJcXQ&list=UUsTYaGYnM3BUWm49AEdmAjA Subscribe to my YouTube Channel !! http://www.youtube.com/erichasaids

Hi Im David. Here is my new showreel. And my website with other works. Check it out! http://vimeo.com/user4690595 www.hartungdavid.com

I've just finished my first demo reel online: check it out here I'm looking for feedback on the reel itself and some advice on the industry. I know its hard to share where I'm at, but I'm looking on advice for my next step in the industry. This is my second year out of high school. I choose to not go film school, but right now I'm a little lost in what my next step should be and am second guessing my decision to go to film school. I feel like it would help me out in networking and meeting people. I want to do more dramatic work in short films and music videos. What are your thoughts?