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Santiago Gonzalez: How Los Frikis Brought 1990s Havana to Life (Special Cameraimage Episode)
When the realities of censorship made filming in Cuba impossible, production of Los Frikis moved to the Dominican Republic, where cinematographer Santiago González and his team worked tirelessly to create a world that felt authentic down to the sodium vapor streetlights. In this special Camerimage episode, Ava Benjamin Shorr and Lauren Guiteras sit down with Santiago and break down how the film’s color palette, lens choices, and shooting methodology reinforce its themes of rebellion and freedom.Los Frikis will be available to stream beginning March 28th.If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting our efforts on Patreon.Santiago Gonzalez’s Instagram | WebsiteAva Benjamin Shorr’s Instagram | WebsiteLauren Guiteras’s Instagram | WebsiteThis episode is sponsored by Fujifilm, Creamsource and Sandisk, with special thanks to Kondor Blue.
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Alan Besedin of IronGlass: Shaping the Future by Reclaiming the Past
In an age of pristine, digitally clinical imagery, cinematographers are increasingly drawn to imperfection—the swirl of a bokeh, the dreamlike haze of vintage glass. The Soviet-era lenses that once defined an era of photography are experiencing a rebirth through IronGlass, a Ukrainian company turning vintage optics into modern cinema glass. Hosts Peter Pascucci and Ava Benjamin Shorr sit down with Alan Besedin to discuss how IronGlass, despite the challenges of war and supply shortages, has built a dedicated following. From their early rehousings to supplying lenses for The Batman and Dune: Part Two, the conversation explores how artistry, resilience, and innovation converge in the pursuit of the perfect image.If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting our efforts on Patreon.Alan Besedin’s/IronGlass Instagram | WebsitePeter Pascucci’s Instagram | WebsiteAva Benjamin Shorr’s Instagram | WebsiteThis episode is sponsored by Fujifilm, Sandisk and TCP Insurance.
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Are We In a Golden Age of Cinematography? Feat. Jomo Fray and Oren Soffer
With the proliferation of accessible cinema cameras, affordable lighting, and the democratization of filmmaking tools, cinematography is changing with breathtaking speed. Hosts Peter Pascucci and Ava Benjamin Shorr speak with Jomo Fray and Oren Soffer about the unprecedented access to filmmaking tools, the impact of shifting industry models, and the dangers of complacency. As filmmakers navigate AI-generated imagery, studio uncertainty, and cultural shifts, they ask: Is this truly a golden age, or are we looking at the end of an era?If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting our efforts on Patreon.Jomo Fray’s Instagram | WebsiteOren Soffer’s Instagram | WebsitePeter Pascucci’s Instagram | WebsiteAva Benjamin Shorr’s Instagram | WebsiteThis episode is sponsored by Fujifilm, Sandisk and TCP Insurance.
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Lol Crawley: VistaVision, Underexposure and The Brutalist (Special Camerimage Episode)
On this special edition of The Cinematography Salon Podcast, recorded at the 32nd Camerimage Film Festival, hosts Ava Benjamin Shorr and Lauren Guiteras sit down with cinematographer Lol Crawley to dissect his latest collaboration with Brady Corbet, The Brutalist. Crawley discusses the philosophy behind his bold visual choices, the interplay between maximalism and minimalism, his daring use of underexposure and the delicate art of framing iconic symbols like the Statue of Liberty in unexpected ways. A masterclass in storytelling through the lens, this episode offers a thought-provoking look at the power of perspective, composition, and the magic of imperfection.
If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting our efforts on Patreon.
Lol Crawley’s Instagram | Website
Ava Benjamin Shorr’s Instagram | Website
Lauren Guiteras’s Instagram | Website
This episode is sponsored by Fujifilm, Creamsource and Sandisk, with special thanks to Kondor Blue.
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Jomo Fray: Crafting Bespoke Visual Narratives
In this episode of the Cinematography Salon podcast, Jomo Fray discusses his distinctive approach to image-making on films such as All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt, Selah and the Spades, and Port Authority. He delves into the humanism shared by the directors he collaborates with and the significance of specificity in storytelling. Fray also explores how expanding his emotional spectrum enhances his work, the role of intuition in lighting, and the ongoing journey of self-discovery in mastering cinematography.
If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting our efforts on Patreon.
Jomo Fray’s Instagram | Website
Peter Pascucci’s Instagram | Website
Ava Benjamin Shorr’s Instagram | Website
This episode is sponsored by Sandisk, Laowa and Fujifilm, with special thanks to AbelCine.
Tune in to the Cinematography Salon Podcast every other Thursday for an enlightening journey into the realm of cinematography, hosted by Peter Pascucci and Ava Benjamin Shorr. Drawing inspiration from the rebellious ethos of historic art salons, our show serves as a platform for emerging talents to both showcase their art and challenge the conventional boundaries of our craft. Through our podcast, we connect like-minded filmmakers and catalyze the exchange of resources, ideas, and wisdom in the cinematography community.
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