The Cinematographer (1951)

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10 min - Documentary | Short - 13 January 1951 (USA)

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A behind-the-scenes look at the responsibilities of the cinematographer.

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	Warner Anderson	...	Narrator (voice)

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A profile of and salute to the cinematographer: his many responsibilities on the set, his background and apprenticeship, his tools, and his artistry. The cinematographer is responsible for how things in a movie will look: make up and costumes are done to anticipate his work. We look at his tools: cameras, lenses and filters, equipment for tracking shots, and lights. He's responsible for 1001 elements, a team of artisans, and, most important, how light will enhance a film's mood and characterizations. The short closes with a look at difficult shots: underwater, from the air, in storms, and from scaffolding. Written by <jhailey@hotmail.com>

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