Ed Lister: Self-starter
February 12th, 2023
Ed Lister decided it was high time he upgraded his kit, although he wasn’t sure what would make the cut
Mo-Sys scores at the World Cup
February 7th, 2023
Mo-Sys successfully delivered a major LED virtual production studio for Plazamedia, ahead of its prestigious Fifa World Cup broadcast
Cinematic broadcasting
February 4th, 2022
Discover the gear that meets the demand for broadcast cameras that offer a crossover with the world of cinema
Official figures from the BFI reveal the...
January 30th, 2020
The BFI has revealed that international investment in film and television in 2019 generated a huge uplift for the UK economy with £3.07 billion.
In short: Going Greenland
October 30th, 2024
A story of grit and the reality of travelling sustainably, docu-short Going Greenland captures an ambitious skiing and sailing expedition in the icy Arctic...
Take 2: The Iron Giant
September 2nd, 2024
Katie Kasperson surveys the lore behind beloved animated classic The Iron Giant
The New Boy
April 13th, 2024
Australian filmmaker Warwick Thornton describes writing, directing and shooting his latest project The New Boy
In The Summers
April 9th, 2024
The cinematographer of Sundance winner In the Summers details his role in delivering poignant Latin-American storytelling with beauty
Attend ISE 2025 for FREE!
November 6th, 2024
Experience the future of pro AV at ISE 2025 in Barcelona for FREE. Discover cutting-edge tech, keynotes, and immersive installations that shape tomorrow
Godox at IBC 2024
September 10th, 2024
Explore the new P1200R Hard Pro, MS60Bi/R cinematic light, and upgraded Godox Knowled appat IBC 2024
Manaki Brothers Film Festival
August 8th, 2024
Nicola Foley sits down with the Manaki Brothers Festival director, Simeon Damevski to talk about its unique way of celebrating cinematography
Euro Cine 2024 Preview
June 20th, 2024
We look ahead to Euro Cine Expo and discuss what to expect from the event
A Spark of Genius
November 13th, 2024
Opting for the rugged Samsung Portable SSD T9 proved the perfect choice for a white-hot shoot
Part of that world: Lighting underwater
October 31st, 2024
Underwater cinematographers and gaffers share insider tips for mastering lighting and colour accuracy in the depths
Tried & Tested: Canon Cinema EOS
October 30th, 2024
The first full-frame Cinema EOS cameras with RF lens mounts use next- gen tech and are competitively priced. Adam Duckworth takes a closer look
The Need for Speed
October 18th, 2024
When a Top Gun up-and-comer switches to flying camera drones, the Samsung Portable SSD T7 Shield is his best wingman
James Cameron joins the Board of Directo...
November 16th, 2024
Stability AI has appointed visionary filmmaker James Cameron to its board, aiming to revolutionise visual media
Albert Academy Launches
November 16th, 2024
The albert Academy offers tailored training for film, TV, and media professionals to integrate sustainability into their work
Real SFX Lands at The Bottle Yard Studio...
November 15th, 2024
Real SFX expands with a new workshop at The Bottle Yard Studios in Bristol, enhancing its presence and creating job opportunities
Apple Pursues Immersive Content
November 15th, 2024
Experience WWII like never before with Submerged, Apple’s first scripted film for Vision Pro
Joker: Folie à Deux
November 16th, 2024
Lush fantasy sequences, lighting as a character and an ambitious oner: cinematographer Lawrence Sher shares how he crafted the captivating visual world of Joker:...
Attend ISE 2025 for FREE!
November 6th, 2024
Experience the future of pro AV at ISE 2025 in Barcelona for FREE. Discover cutting-edge tech, keynotes, and immersive installations that shape tomorrow
Career Stories: Lucy Bright
October 30th, 2024
Music supervisor on Tár, The Iron Claw and Aftersun, Lucy Bright is immersed in the art of the needle drop
Across the universe: Time Bandits
October 29th, 2024
Taika Waititi’s Time Bandits remake is a lesson in teamwork. We speak to the VP and VFX supervisors who crafted the series’ eccentric and often...
Career Stories: Lucy Bright
October 30th, 2024
Music supervisor on Tár, The Iron Claw and Aftersun, Lucy Bright is immersed in the art of the needle drop
In Short: Oasis
September 9th, 2024
We connect with Montreal-based director Justine Martin to discuss her Oscar-shortlisted, coming-of-age documentary short
In Short: Truth Serum
August 5th, 2024
Director Vika Evdokimenko delves into her latest short film – a darkly comedic exploration of characters shaped by secrets as a societal norm
The High Life: Aerial DOPs
July 25th, 2024
Definition explores the world of aerial cinematography through the lens of three high-flying DOPs
Cooke and Fujifilm Event: Large Format C...
October 1st, 2024
Join Cooke and Fujifilm on October 10 at the Cooke London Gallery to explore large format cinema solutions, featuring hands-on tests with Fujifilm cameras...
Godox Showcases Advanced Lighting Techno...
June 15th, 2024
Explore Godox's newest cinematic lighting solutions presented at Cine Gear LA 2024, with live demonstrations by industry professionals Travis Wears and Jameson Brooks
Canon Unveils New EOS Cinema Camera & Le...
June 10th, 2024
Discover the new Canon EOS C400 cinema camera, featuring an RF mount and advanced CN7x17 KAS T lens, designed to redefine versatility
Aputure Light Storm 600c Pro II
June 6th, 2024
High-end performance at an affordable price, the upgrade to Aputure’s industry workhorse light brings functionality to production
Drop dead gorgeous
September 26th, 2022
How VFX played a surprisingly large role in making the latest season of Only Murders in the Building an aesthetic tour de force
Sound of Metal: Aural pleasure
April 13th, 2021
Nicolas Becker and Carolina Santana discuss recording inside the human body and emulating deafness
Fake pixels?
April 1st, 2021
We speak to DOP, Eben Bolter, about the growing trend of 4K restoration of early digital cinema
Creative haven
January 23rd, 2020
Production and post innovator, HARBOR, offers clients a forward-thinking environment, while its award-winning talent...
Joker: Folie à Deux
November 16th, 2024
Lush fantasy sequences, lighting as a character and an ambitious oner: cinematographer Lawrence Sher shares how he crafted the captivating visual world of Joker:...
Across the universe: Time Bandits
October 29th, 2024
Taika Waititi’s Time Bandits remake is a lesson in teamwork. We speak to the VP and VFX supervisors who crafted the series’ eccentric and often...
What Lies Beneath
October 29th, 2024
Jean-Charles Granjon, DOP on Beneath the Surface: The Fight for Corals, shares the technical feats behind capturing the beauty of an unseen underwater world
Horizon
October 29th, 2024
Oliver Webb sits down with DOP Jimmy Muro to discuss Horizon:An American Saga – Chapter 1
Round Table: Broadcast Technology
October 30th, 2024
Experts weigh in on the cutting-edge trends in broadcast tech, revealing how they’re shaping storytelling and revolutionising the viewer experience
Round Table: Lenses
September 21st, 2024
Four experts zoom in on the future of optics, exploring recent key developments and predicting where lens technology might be headed
Round Table: Rental
September 11th, 2024
Expert insights on maximising relationships with rental companies, embracing industry trends and advancing sustainability initiatives
The Future of Production Workflows
August 6th, 2024
Hear from industry leaders about the inspirations and innovations transforming the way we work throughout the production pipeline
The Def Guide to: Batteries
January 25th, 2024
We hear from battery distributors on the latest trends, tech and tribulations in the world of charging solutions
The Def Guide to: Film Festival Success
September 15th, 2023
Kicking off a new regular feature, our round table of programming pros offer advice for applying to festivals with the best results
Definition X The Flint: Film 2.0
July 16th, 2024
Prevailing wisdom might suggest digital is always more sustainable than physical – but digital capture brings its own environmental issues. The Flint’s Neal Romanek...
Thought Leadership: Scan
April 18th, 2024
Carl Noble, manager of Scan Pro Graphics, delves into bespoke solutions for virtual production
Thought Leadership: Pixotope
April 5th, 2024
Marcus B Brodersen, CEO at Pixotope, chronicles the impact of VP
Solo stories: Cloud-based operations
March 13th, 2024
Atomos marketing director Steve Wise discusses the benefits of cloud-based tools, no matter how small your operation
Codex Production Suite 4.5 delivers one ...
April 19th, 2016
Codex is launching Codex Production Suite 4.5, their latest update for the the all-in-one software package that enables the colour grading, review...
Toolkit: August 2024
August 9th, 2024
From a pair of Aputure products to Canon’s radical EOS C400 and some truly EPIC lenses, we round up August’s best new gear
Toolkit: April 2024
April 16th, 2024
Our kitbag is full to the brim this month, with some explosive product launches and a couple of AI-powered solutions given special focus
Toolkit: Strada
April 12th, 2024
Michael Cioni gives Nicola Foley the lowdown on Strada, a new AI-enabled cloud platform for creatives
Toolkit: Sora
April 7th, 2024
Nicola Foley reports on the launch of OpenAI’s new text-to-video model, Sora
Shooting Sustainably in a Volume
October 29th, 2024
As well as opening up creative possibilities, virtual production offers a way to significantly reduce a shoot’s environmental impact
Sky's the Limit
July 21st, 2024
Adrian Pennington speaks to the experts, discovering how to create spectacular skyscapes using virtual production
Driving Scenes: Virtual Production
July 1st, 2024
Creating compelling driving shots used to be a headache – but virtual production has reinvented the wheel. Adrian Pennington speaks to the pros
CVP for Sustainability
June 27th, 2024
CVP’s technical consultant Callum Buckley and technical sales consultant Jason Grey study the environmental benefits of virtual production
