THE BEST MAN (1964)

            If anyone doubts that corruption has always been present at the highest levels of our government, I’d advise them to have a look at The Best Man.  Directed by Franklin Schaffner and photographed in glorious black and white by the legendary Haskell Wexler, ASC, this film proves that not much has changed in politics … Continue reading “THE BEST MAN (1964)”

9.28.2021

STUDENT QUICK TIP #2

Don’t be a slave to the source.  Light to make things look good! I’ve been fortunate that while watching films, I can easily turn off the cinematographer part of my brain and enjoy them as any civilian would.  This’s not so for many of my colleagues – and I sympathize with the dilemma.  On the … Continue reading “STUDENT QUICK TIP #2”

9.21.2021

THELONIOUS MONK ON HOW TO PLAY A GIG, PART 4

            …in which I continue to interpret the great jazz pianist’s rules – for use by cinematographers.             The inside of the tune (the bridge) is the part that makes the outside sound good.             There are no insignificant shots.  Nothing you do exists in a vacuum.  From the smallest insert to the sweeping vista, … Continue reading “THELONIOUS MONK ON HOW TO PLAY A GIG, PART 4”

9.7.2021