Episode 5 - Celluloid Dreams Film School Part 1: The Psychology of Cinematography

Delves into the art of cinematography, including such topics as the elegance of slow-motion, use of natural light, impact of color versus black & white, and role of framing and different aspect ratios. The conversation covers the evolution of film formats, strategies for utilizing point of view shots, lens choice and lighting, and the contribution of Steadicam on tracking shots.TakeawaysCinematography is a complex aspect of filmmaking that directly affects the psychological impact of a film.Understanding the historical evolution of film formats provides insight into the development of cinematographic techniques.Cinematographic perspective, including the use of point of view shots and camera movement, plays a crucial role in creating a compelling cinematic experience.Choices of lenses, angles, lighting and filming speed can convey a skewed world view to alter the psychological landscape of a film.