Magazine Issue 132

Robbie Ryan BSC ISC / Bugonia

CAPTIVE CURIOSITY Robbie Ryan BSC ISC reveals how he created tension—largely within the confines of a basement setting—and the VistaVision adventure he enjoyed, working with rare cameras to craft one of Yorgos Lanthimos’ most technically ambitious films.  Spanning The Favourite,…

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Steven Breckon / The Plague

TAKING THE PLUNGE Cinematographer Steven Breckon reflects on lensing Charlie Polinger’s debut feature The Plague; part body horror, part coming-of-age psychological thriller. From the raw realities of adolescence through to powerful underwater scenes, the team captured a unique tale of…

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IMAGO’s communication project

GLOBAL LENS ON CINEMATOGRAPHY  IMAGO’s interview series spotlights global cinematographers, revealing how personal histories and cultural roots shape visual storytelling in a shared pursuit of artistic, emotional filmmaking excellence. IMAGO, the International Federation of Cinematographers, supports its mission to unite…

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Ethan McDonald – focus puller

From commercials to IMAX epics, first assistant Ethan McDonald brings precision, trust and craft to every frame — earning the confidence of cinema’s top storytellers.  Selected filmography:   Sinners: 2025; first assistant camera A camera   The Last Showgirl: 2024; first assistant…

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Josh Carrington Birch

FRAME OF MIND  Filmography so far (project title, director, year released)     Feature:   Teleport (original title: Coyote) – Dustin Curtis Murphy, 2023   Selected Shorts:   Imprint – Louis Akihito & Jordan Neill   I Am the Prize – Sai Kalwan Tawar, 2024   The…

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Sustainability

GREEN SHOOTS   Sustainability in film and TV production is no longer optional but essential—and technology, planning and mindset shifts are the keys to making it work without compromising creativity.  Going green has become the mantra in recent decades—an essential talking…

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AI: Should we be afraid? 

AI, robotic cameras and digital shifts are redefining filmmaking. It’s time to explore whether all crews will adapt, survive or be sidelined in this bold new era of the media industry.  This year’s Media Production & Technology Show (MPTS) featured…

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Spotlight on sustainability

Meet the organisations taking important steps towards a more sustainable film and television industry. Get Set Hire At Get Set Hire we have everything you could possibly need for your TV or film production: from Motorola radios to director’s chairs, from costume…

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Set to Post: Top grades

From epic blockbusters to intimate dramas, the  leading post houses and labs power 2025’s most anticipated screen stories.  Cinelab Film & Digital has recently supported a number of major productions with both film and digital services. The company provided digital…

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Kira Kelly ASC / Him

TAKING A PUNT Fresh off basketball drama Rez Ball, Kira Kelly ASC instantly turned her attention to another sport in Him. Yet, blending American football with surrealist horror, this shoot proved a very different experience for the filmmaker…  “Unless a…

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Meet Oscar!

He’s our ChatGPT-powered friend with an encyclopaedic knowledge of all thing’s cinematography from British Cinematographer. Ask him a question and you’ll be amazed by his response.