Sci-Fi Short Shoots Anamorphic On 16:9 Sensor Large Sensor Cinematography Shooting anamorphic with KOWA anamorphic lenses and a 16:9 widescreen camera is an unusual combination but it proved the perfect technical and aesthetic choice for a futuristic short film about … Read more
Dare the Unknown with the F55 in neon-lit Hong Kong Large Sensor Cinematography Fashion brand Palladium wants you to ‘Dare the Unknown’ in a new promo featuring rule-breaking New York-based super model Jazzelle (Zanaughtti), London Grime artist Octavian and Arthur Bray, a Hong … Read more
Going Fast and Furious with Reds and Celeb 250s Large Sensor Cinematography Film producer Lars Sylvest has a successful track record producing features with stars such as Sandra Bullock, Kevin Bacon and Kurt Russell but he’s long harboured a passion project to … Read more
Sigma Cine Primes and Canon C700 capture the post-apocalypse Large Sensor Cinematography To survive in a world destroyed by global warming a family needs to make a heartbreaking decision which could split them apart forever. This is the dystopian vision of writer-director … Read more
The Good Karma Hospital, series 2 Large Sensor Cinematography For series two of Tiger Aspect’s India-set hospital drama, freshening things up without losing what made the show a hit is key for the producers. Olly Grant reports from the Sri … Read more
Wacky Races: Rogue Films jumps aboard The Grand Tour Rally Large Sensor Cinematography In celebration of Season 2 of Amazon Prime’s The Grand Tour, social media stars took to roads across the world in The Grand Tour Rally cars. To fuel their favourite … Read more
Classical music gets unconventional treatment Large Sensor Cinematography Internationally acclaimed pianist and composer Ludovico Einaudi takes inspiration from the elements of nature in his latest stunning work so any recording of his electric live performances have a lot to … Read more
The Edge pits Celere versus the elements Large Sensor Cinematography Brimming with the elemental forces of nature, Wales is a land of dramatic scenery from coastline to mountains captured by The Edge Picture Company for a distinctive new campaign. Regional … Read more
The force is strong for Star Wars: Made GREAT in Britain Large Sensor Cinematography Rogue One: A Star Wars Story was 2016’s top-grossing film at the UK box office, more than £1m ahead of its nearest competitor, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. … Read more
Capturing natural magic in 8K with Red DSMCW-Helium Large Sensor Cinematography Shooting high resolution video to extract useable frames has become a handy and relatively common technique in live sports and feature film visual effects but Banana Split Productions has made … Read more
Pretzel Films mixes a zany cocktail with Alexa Mini and Superspeeds Large Sensor Cinematography Pretzel Films mixes a zany cocktail with Alexa Mini and Superspeeds An online commercial for drinks brand Island Oasis achieves a zingy yet retro flavour thanks to a smart creative … Read more
Midsomer Murders now shooting with Cooke Mini S4i lenses Large Sensor Cinematography The current long-running Drama, Midsomer Murders has a new look as a consequence of replacing the old faithful ARRI UltraPrimes for Cooke Uncoated Mini S4i supplied by VMI. Now in … Read more
Filming Lucid is a dream come true Large Sensor Cinematography Cinematographers often eulogise about the alchemy of vintage optics combined with a high-end digital cine camera but for most low budget features their use remains a distant dream. For Lucid, … Read more
Eliana’s Wish To Run: When giving time really means money Large Sensor Cinematography Generously giving their time and expertise, independent production company Pretzel Films alongside the staff and pupils of Saint Ronan’s School, filmed a promo to help give a young girl a … Read more
Getting the right balance with MoVI and Ready Rig Large Sensor Cinematography A short film for Heathrow Airport illustrates the detailed preparation necessary to ensure simple ideas take flight. The one-minute long film produced by Hungry Man Productions via agency Havas Creative … Read more
Va Va VMI, shot EPIC! Large Sensor Cinematography The driver, a normal member of the public, arrives at the dealership to test the new Renault Clio. As the car approaches a T-junction, the salesman presses the Va Va Voom … Read more
Olive Green – The World’s First Interactive Feature Length Film for English Language Learning Large Sensor Cinematography The jump from producing adverts, training videos and corporate films to shooting a feature length movie is a daunting prospect. However, this was not the only challenge that production company … Read more
Closing in on Perfection with the Sony PMW-F55 Large Sensor Cinematography “The F55 images were amazing. I would definitely use the Sony again.” Said Richard Stoddard, DOP on a new S4C feature film. The film follows the story of a couple … Read more
4K delivers a virtual reality for Google Large Sensor Cinematography A flagship event held at a top London venue for Google executives and guests is no typical night out on the town. VIPs drawn from across Europe Middle East and … Read more
In Fear revives the thriller Large Sensor Cinematography A couple are lost on a deserted, maze-like country road. Surrounded by thick woods and with night closing in, the scene of terror is set. In Fear, funded by Studio … Read more
Nothing says opulence like a Bentley Large Sensor Cinematography Buyers of the Bentley prestige marque benefit from a personal experience that guarantees that the car is tailored to their exacting specification. Creating a promotional film that communicates the vehicle’s … Read more
Make way for the film crew (as long as it uses Alexa!) – Primark Large Sensor Cinematography “The fashion shoot used to be for the stills guys. If there was a video crew, they’d be up second and have to fit around the photographers.” Bemoans producer, Andy … Read more
The Job Lot, ITV1. Arri Alexa Large Sensor Cinematography VMI supplied equipment for Big Talk’s series The Job Lot for ITV1, a 6 x 30 minute situation comedy from Big Talk Productions for ITV; about life, love and long-term unemployment. … Read more
Some Girls 2, BBC3, Arri Alexa Large Sensor Cinematography VMI have supplied equipment on Hat Trick’s second series of “Some Girls” for BBC3. Shot in London over 6 weeks by Greg Duffield, DOP, the series was shot using a … Read more