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IN THE HEIGHTS is the masterful musical movie of the summer! Cinematographer Alice Brooks shares her cinematic approach adapting Lin-Manuel Miranda's hit broadway show to the big screen. Alice and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , break down how they filmed the big musical numbers, filming most of the movie on location, being inspired by local photographers, advice for aspiring cinematographers...

With terrifying and haunted scenes, jump scares, exorcisms, and more, THE CONJURING: THE DEVIL MADE ME DO IT does an excellent job standing up against the previous films. Cinematographer Michael Burgess shares his cinematic and lighting approach for the top horrific scenes in the film. Michael and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss his camera and lens package, why he avoids operating cam...

BRIDGERTON is Netflix's most-watched series ever. Cinematographer Jeffrey Jur ASC explains how he used the Sony Venice camera and lighting using candles to bring us back in time to 17th century London. Jeffrey and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss his contemporary cinematic approach, his career switch from film to TV, using 2-6 cameras on set, breaking down the most challenging scene in...

Disney's film CRUELLA combines handheld, high energy cinematography with elegant traditional camera movement. Cinematographer Nicolas Karakatsanis explains his masterful cinematic approach. Nicolas and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss working with Emma Stone and Emma Thompson, shooting both on film and digitally, having to pre-light sets before they were built, camera and lens package,...

A QUIET PLACE PART II cinematographer Polly Morgan ASC BSC takes us behind-the-scenes of this highly anticipated sequel. Polly and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss the challenges of shooting on film, why one sequence was shot digitally, why practical stunts are better, working with John Krasinski and Emily Blunt, mentorship advice, and more! Subscribe Now! What you will learn in this e...

Emmy award-winning comedy series TED LASSO follows an American football coach as he helps a struggling London soccer team. Cinematographer David Rom comes on to explain how they turned Jason Sudeikis' successful shorts into a full blown TV series. David and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss avoiding comedy visual stereotypes, fish-out-of-water cinematography style, pairing the Alexa LF...

Fashion... Sex... Drama... The filming and lighting of HALSTON on Netflix with cinematographer Tim Ives. Learn about the incredible use of color theory, lighting, lenses and more. Tim and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss using special Sigma lenses to give the Studio 54 nightclub atmosphere, using cinematography to make a character feel isolated, what the heck a "book light" is, and mor...

In STOWAWAY , cinematographer Klemens Becker embraces claustrophobic cinematography while filming inside a spaceship.  We also discuss simulated gravity, recreating the suns intensity in space, and his human take on a space story. Klemens and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss how 36,000 LEDs lit up the spaceship set, why almost all the VFX was created before filming began, recreating ze...

THE HAUNTING OF BLY MANOR expands on the cinematic universe of HILL HOUSE with gorgeous dark cinematography and blooming highlights. Cinematographer James Kniest shares this approach and filming an episode entirely in black and white. James and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss lighting a scene with only candlelight, how netting on lenses blooms highlights, how to gradually adjust apert...

Horror cinematographer mastermind Checco Varese ASC teaches us how he filmed trauma and fear for Amazon Studios' THEM . Checco explains his approach to the series' gorgeous cinematography and his philosophy as a filmmaker. Checco and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss ways to invoke anxiety and terror through cinematography, tips for new cinematographers, using virtual filmmaking to film...

NOBODY is a thrilling, high-paced action movie starring BETTER CALL SAUL's Bob Odenkirk. Cinematographer Pawel Pogorzelski shares his experiences coming from films like MIDSOMMAR and HEREDITARY to his first action film. Pawel and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss how the his cinematic approach evolves throughout the movie, his close relationship with the stunt coordinator, why the car c...

Oscar-nominated film JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH masterfully replicates the visuals of 1960s Chicago. Inspired by Kodachrome and Ektachrome film stock, Cinematographer Sean Bobbitt BSC explains the film's wide aspect ratio, hand-made lens package, and the proper use for closeups. Sean and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss adapting to various director's needs, shooting on the Alexa LA an...

The Russo Brothers' new film CHERRY  is really six films in one. Each chapter has its own unique style, lens package, and lighting technique. Learn how cinematographer Newton Thomas Sigel ASC  created six distinctive looks for this visually-stunning film.   Tom and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss creating the feeling of romance with vintage anamorphic lenses, using wide angel lenses s...

THE UNITED STATES VS BILLIE HOLIDAY is a visually raw biopic combining stunning imagery of Billie Holiday's life and her musical performances. Cinematographer Andrew Dunn BSC explains how he crafted these visuals by shooting on film, using filtration and haze, and a variety of camera movement. Andrew and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss why cinematographers are chameleons, why Andrew l...

Aaron Sorkin's Golden Globe-nominated film THE TRIAL OF THE CHICAGO 7 perfectly balances incredible visuals with stunning performances. Cinematographer Phedon Papamichael ASC comes on to discuss working with Sorkin and the importance daylight plays when filming the courtroom scenes. Phedon and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss how the visual approach contrasts between the courtroom and...

THE SOCIAL DILEMMA shined a light on our addiction to social media and its effects on society. Cinematographer John Behrens explains the documentary's distinct looks and the challenges of filming with 6 cameras for each interview. John and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss why and how they filmed the interviews in a huge vacant home, how John dealt with ever-changing exterior light, why...

THE QUEEN'S GAMBIT  production designer Uli Hanisch shares how he designed the show by recreating the 1960's with meticulously-constructed and stunningly-beautiful sets, wardrobe, props and more.  Uli and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss the fundamentals for prepping as a production designer, how Uli made chess visually interesting, creating the most iconic sets of the series, the impo...

PIECES OF A WOMAN cinematographer Benjamin Loeb discusses how he shot the films most controversial scene - a 20-minute single take of a mother's home birth. Plus capturing the stunning performances by  Vanessa Kirby and Shia LaBeouf. Benjamin and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss his unique camera movement, nontraditional coverage, having the camera "react" to characters, his first expe...

Learn how Chadwick Boseman, Viola Davis, and cinematographer Tobias Schliessler ASC brought MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM to life despite very few sets and many lighting obstacles. Tobias and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss his portfolio of uniquely styled films, his approach to camera tests, shooting exteriors in the wrong sunlight, making a one-window basement beautiful, working with Cha...

A cinematographer's role in an animated film is a unique challenge.  In Pixar's SOUL , Cinematographer Matt Aspbury  blended a photo-realistic New York City with an abstract look of the after-life and "You Seminar." Hear the untold story of directing photography for animation.  Matt and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss the process recreating NYC, Pixar's animation process, the biggest...

Hollywood shutdowns and theater closures are changing the filmmaking industry.  Variety's Matt Donnelly explains how this and Warner Brothers controversial distribution decision impacts movie making. Matt and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss censorship on social media, will Warner Bros succeed in their plans for 2021, how COVID-19 lockdowns are affecting award ceremonies, what to look...

Streaming powerhouse COBRA KAI launched its 3rd season on Netflix. See how it all began with cinematographer Cameron Duncan . Learn how he celebrated the beloved Karate Kid film while also creating a new look for COBRA KAI. Plus, Cameron's experience filming 13 REASONS WHY and PREACHER . Cameron and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss the importance of coverage for TV, how lighting can he...

Filming a wildlife documentary series shot entirely in darkness is now a reality! Thanks to technological advances in cameras, lenses and post production, executive producer Alex Williamson created  EARTH AT NIGHT IN COLOR on Apple TV+  and gave viewers the ability to see the earth at night in vivid, remarkable color.  Alex and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss using special low-light c...

Legendary cinematographer Matthew Libatique ASC  joins us to discuss his latest film, Ryan Murphy's adaptation of the Broadway hit musical  THE PROM  . Learn how Matt flawlessly mixes the dynamic and colorful visuals of Broadway with the subtle realism of suburban Indiana. Cinematographer Matthew Libatique ASC comes on to talk all about it. Matthew and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss...

David Fincher's highly-anticipated Netflix film MANK is here! Cinematographer Erik Messerschmidt ASC explains how modern equipment and techniques were used to create an authentic-looking 1930s black and white film.  Erik and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss why they chose not to shoot on film, how shooting & lighting black and white is different than color, Erik's philosophy on camera...