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.
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
Masters of the Air
April 6th, 2024
Masters of the Air tells the story of the men of the Eighth Air Force and their role in WWII. Will Lawrence goes behind...
Griselda
April 4th, 2024
Griselda blends seventies glamour and gruesome gang warfare. Cinematographer Armando Salas tells Nicola Foley about the show’s look
Euro Cine 2024 Preview
June 20th, 2024
We look ahead to Euro Cine Expo and discuss what to expect from the event
Cine Gear 2024 Preview
May 26th, 2024
Cine Gear Expo returns to its sunny Californian roots, and we can expect a bigger splash than ever before
Speaker and Programme Updates for Media ...
May 1st, 2024
Discover the latest in broadcast media, production, and technology. Featuring top speakers, diverse content, and emerging technologies
Media Technology Production Show 2024
April 12th, 2024
Get ready for the titans of TV and film, at the UK’s premier broadcast media, production and technology show
Riding on a wave: Samsung
July 1st, 2024
The high-tech Samsung Portable SSD T9 was the speedy solution to a beach shoot with a world champion surfer
True Colours
June 2nd, 2024
Phil Rhodes takes a look at the challenges & solutions for achieving LED colour control
Sony Burano Review
May 15th, 2024
We put the VENICE’s smaller, more affordable sibling through its paces, finding a revelatory camera perfectly suited to indie production
Samsung X Ducati
May 7th, 2024
With a history in technical excellence, Samsung and motorcycle giant Ducati made for a dream duo in a key shoot with the Samsung Portable...
Industry Briefings: July 2024
June 22nd, 2024
New releases and developments from the world of Film and TV
UK Screen Alliance X Animation UK Awards
May 25th, 2024
The 20th anniversary of the Outstanding Contribution Awards honours VFX, animation, post-production, skills development, and diversity
BFI National Lottery Short Form Animatio...
May 24th, 2024
The BFI's Short Form Animation Fund offers up to £120,000 for UK-based animators over 18
Sony Pictures and Apollo bid on Paramoun...
May 24th, 2024
Sony Pictures and Apollo Global's billion-dollar bid to take Paramount Global private, to reduce Hollywood's major studios to four
The High Life: Aerial DOPs
July 25th, 2024
Definition explores the world of aerial cinematography through the lens of three high-flying DOPs
Baby Reindeer
July 23rd, 2024
Baby Reindeer's DOP Krzysztof Trojnar explains how he kept Donny’s story at the centre
Inside Fallout’s Unique Workflow
July 18th, 2024
Stage Precision shares how it bridged the gap between traditional and virtual production
Fallout
July 16th, 2024
Fallout’s speculative future called for a host of spectacular environments. We discover how cutting-edge virtual production techniques played a vital part
The High Life: Aerial DOPs
July 25th, 2024
Definition explores the world of aerial cinematography through the lens of three high-flying DOPs
Interview with Cinematographer Mandy Wal...
July 5th, 2024
Cinematographer Mandy Walker tells Nicola Foley about her relationship with colour ahead of judging the FilmLight Colour Awards
Sustainability Champions
June 29th, 2024
We get the lowdown from four pioneering individuals and organisations leading the charge for a more sustainable future
Trailblazers #GALSNGEAR
June 20th, 2024
Nicola Foley sits down withAmy DeLouise, the founder of an initiative working hard to bring parity to women in screen media
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
Industry briefings: April 2024
March 28th, 2024
Find honours, awards, bursaries and more in this month's industry news round-up
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...
Baby Reindeer
July 23rd, 2024
Baby Reindeer's DOP Krzysztof Trojnar explains how he kept Donny’s story at the centre
Inside Fallout’s Unique Workflow
July 18th, 2024
Stage Precision shares how it bridged the gap between traditional and virtual production
Fallout
July 16th, 2024
Fallout’s speculative future called for a host of spectacular environments. We discover how cutting-edge virtual production techniques played a vital part
Queenie
July 16th, 2024
DOP Nathalie Pitters talks collaboration and creative problem-solving on-set for Queenie, the TV adaptation of Candice Carty-Williams’ novel
Roundtable: The Future of Lighting
June 5th, 2024
A panel of industry experts examine the latest developments and consider what could be next
Roundtable: Sustainability in Production
May 7th, 2024
A trio of film experts share their thoughts on how we can achieve a more environmentally friendly future and examine what’s standing in the...
Bridging the Virtual Production Skills G...
March 21st, 2024
Finding VP talent with the right skills is a growing problem, so leading practitioners in the field weigh in on what we can do...
Data Storage & Management
February 13th, 2024
Our esteemed panel of experts from various corners of the industry reveal what’s making the wide world of data tick – and what’s in...
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: 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
Toolkit: March 2024
March 24th, 2024
Explore new cameras from RED, a lighting launch from Cineo & more in this month’s round-up of must-have gear
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
Women in Virtual Production
April 10th, 2024
WiVP is a new initiative designed to amplify the voices of women working in virtual production & create opportunities for career development. We find out more from...
