EP277 | Cinematography: Be Brave with your Choices (w/ Oren Soffer)

Welcome to another exciting episode of "In Love with the Process." Today, we take a deep dive into the spectacular success of a Hollywood film built on an original intellectual property. This film not only pushed the boundaries of CGI effects but also sought to create an environment that could capture the lightning of inspiration.Returning to the show is the talented co-cinematographer of the epic sci-fi masterpiece, "The Creator," Oren Soffer. In this conversation, Oren shares the remarkable story of how he was brought into this project by his mentor, the renowned Greig Fraser, ACS, ASC, for a venture that was truly groundbreaking in the world of cinematography.We go beyond the technical details that often dominate discussions about filmmaking. Instead, we explore director Gareth Edwards' mission, which was to prioritize finding the most authentic performances. The journey took us to the lush landscapes of Thailand for a grueling 90-day shoot that felt more like an indie film than a blockbuster epic.In a departure from other podcasts, we don't ask Oren about the specific camera equipment used in the film. Instead, we aim to transport our listeners to that once-in-a-lifetime experience. Join us as we delve deep into the sensations, emotions, and experiences of being on the set, and the immense creative process behind crafting a modern-day cinematic masterpiece.Tune in to get an insider's perspective on the magic of "The Creator" and discover how it feels to be part of a project that redefines the boundaries of visual storytelling and filmmaking.---------------------------------Go to inlovewiththeprocess.com to see trailers and clips!►The Creator: https://www.20thcenturystudios.com/movies/the-creator►Oren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orensofferdp/►Mike Pecci's IG: instagram.com/mikepecci►ILWP's IG: instagram.com/inlovewiththeprocesspod------------->Featuring Music from:►Mitch Murder►Code ElektroThe Episode is Sponsored by► bokehrentals.com/► Puget Systems: https://puget.systems/go/ILWTP► Fotodiox: fotodioxpro.com/► FujiFilm: fujifilm-x.com/► FujiFilm Shop: bit.ly/3Q2zTHw► FujiFilm Refurb: bit.ly/3I9NLh4► FujiFilmX-H2S: bit.ly/3i22hN5► Black Magic: www.blackmagicdesign.com/

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