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.
Mystery & mist: Kohrra
December 4th, 2023
Indian thriller Kohrra showcases innovative VFX techniques to create an atmosphere shrouded in mystery. The team at FutureWorks explains how such an enigmatic look...
Against all odds: Culprits
November 29th, 2023
Rain, reshoots and Rothko – the team behind heist drama Culprits faced a number of hurdles
The saga continues: The Hunger Games
November 27th, 2023
As the latest instalment in The Hunger Games series hits screens, Trevor Hogg speaks to cinematographer Jo Willems to learn more about the making...
Galactic gear: Cooke’s role in Encount...
November 9th, 2023
We chat with DOP Tim Cragg on shooting the cinematic sci-fi documentary Encounters with Cooke’s full-frame anamorphic lenses
Flint Forum: How to Dump Diesel
February 29th, 2024
Be part of the conversation and contribute to the movement toward sustainable content production by joining the Flint Forum on 29 February
BSC Expo 2024: Best in show
February 12th, 2024
A regular calendar fixture, BSC Expo once again hits London’s Battersea Park. Here’s what we can expect at this year’s pro cine event
Registration opens for the Media Product...
March 30th, 2023
Discover a world of interactivity with an impressive line-up of compelling speakers, content and new exhibitors, as a visitor or to showcase your products
ISE: Run the show
December 22nd, 2022
ISE brings together the core sectors that make up the global AV and systems integration industry. Here’s what to expect in 2023
Samsung: Chasing the stars
March 5th, 2024
Motorbike man Stuart Holland needs to move fast to keep up with the action. Luckily, the Samsung Portable SSD T9 can match his pace
Best supporting role
March 5th, 2024
In the spirit of award season, we’ve picked our winners for best supporting role – a category comprised of grips, stabilisers and remote systems
Kitchen storage
January 4th, 2024
Commercial filmmaker Beth Smythe samples the tasty new Samsung Portable SSD T9 during a food-based advertisement campaign
Samsung: Professor Green
December 1st, 2023
For a massive chroma key shoot, DOP Adrian Weinbrecht found the Samsung Portable SSD T9 the perfect partner
Nikon acquires RED Digital Cinema
March 7th, 2024
RED will become a subsidiary of the Japanese optics giant
Back from the dead: Hammer Films
February 15th, 2024
The iconic Hammer Films has risen from beyond the grave, promising a spinechilling revamp and a new slate of films. Nicola Foley finds out...
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
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November 21st, 2023
Get access to exclusive offers from the biggest brands this Black Friday
Walk on the wild side: Silverback
March 14th, 2024
Heading up the post-production efforts for incredible BBC wildlife documentary Silverback, Stuart Chambers and his team embarked on a mission that went beyond conventional...
Skies over Skull Island: Godzilla x Kong
March 13th, 2024
In The New Empire, Godzilla and Kong go head to head in an epic showdown. The Marzano Films team share how they helped capture...
Trailblazers: Girls in Film's Nikola Vas...
March 4th, 2024
Definition hears from producer Nikola Vasakova about founding Girls in Film, championing young creatives and eradicating gender bias, one woman at a time
More than a feeling: All of Us Strangers
March 4th, 2024
Andrew Haigh’s poignant picture All of Us Strangers is a portrait of grief, loneliness and the power of love. We hear from DOP Jamie...
Trailblazers: Girls in Film's Nikola Vas...
March 4th, 2024
Definition hears from producer Nikola Vasakova about founding Girls in Film, championing young creatives and eradicating gender bias, one woman at a time
CV stories: Lawrence Sher
November 1st, 2023
Lawrence Sher ASC is an American cinematographer and film director best known for his work on Joker, The Hangover and Garden State. He’s recently...
Tanya Marar: Wonder woman
April 12th, 2023
Tanya Marar reveals how she smashed through the glass ceiling
Phone chiller
December 21st, 2022
Ricardo de Gracia, DOP on critically acclaimed Netflix Spanish teen drama Élite, explains how he brought horror to the north-west of England
Industry briefings: February 2024
February 15th, 2024
Our regular Industry Briefings feature rounds up what’s new in the biz, from Golden Globes to rumoured mergers
Cineo to Unveil Reflex R10 at 2024 BSC E...
February 14th, 2024
The Reflex R10 is a compact and powerful LED fixture with innovative liquid-cooling technology, modular design, and advanced colour science
Creamsource Changes the Game
February 13th, 2024
Creamsource's latest innovations (the Vortex Softs and Vortex24), provide high-output soft panels and powerful lighting solutions that enhance versatility for filmmakers
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November 21st, 2023
Get access to exclusive offers from the biggest brands this Black Friday
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...
Walk on the wild side: Silverback
March 14th, 2024
Heading up the post-production efforts for incredible BBC wildlife documentary Silverback, Stuart Chambers and his team embarked on a mission that went beyond conventional...
Skies over Skull Island: Godzilla x Kong
March 13th, 2024
In The New Empire, Godzilla and Kong go head to head in an epic showdown. The Marzano Films team share how they helped capture...
More than a feeling: All of Us Strangers
March 4th, 2024
Andrew Haigh’s poignant picture All of Us Strangers is a portrait of grief, loneliness and the power of love. We hear from DOP Jamie...
Cold as ice: Ghostbusters
March 4th, 2024
Eric Steelberg, ASC spills the ectoplasm on Frozen Empire, the new Ghostbusters film hitting theatres in March
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: 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
Cloud forecast
November 2nd, 2022
From camera to cloud to remote post-processing, is the industry’s physical media on its last legs? If so, what’s in store – and when?...
Mixing realities
January 14th, 2022
We talk to industry specialists to explore how virtual production is transforming the craft of filmmaking
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
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
Hidden artistry
January 25th, 2024
We’re entering a golden age of invisible VFX, says Christopher Nichols, director of special projects at Chaos Innovation Lab
Unlocking Sustainable Success
January 25th, 2024
BAFTA albert project manager Steve Smith weighs in on the game-changing Studio Sustainability Standard initiative
Illuminating diversity
November 3rd, 2023
The production industry has always struggled with inherent bias. Thanks in large part to technological advancements in lighting, we’re finally seeing inclusivity on-screen
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: February 2024
February 14th, 2024
Level up your gear with these pioneering product launches, ranging from studio lights and filters to VFX tools
Toolkit: January 2024
February 12th, 2024
A universal animation studio, lens flare testing tool and rolling light kit are just a taste of the best new gear launched lately
Toolkit: December 2023
January 25th, 2024
From lenses to lighting, we round up the latest must-have gear to get on your radar
Samsung: Getting an upgrade?
June 23rd, 2023
Lighting cameraman Ed Lister puts the Samsung Portable SSD T7 Touch through its paces for a quick-turnaround skincare commercial
A real fake story
November 23rd, 2022
The man behind a documentary about Thunderbirds creator Gerry Anderson explains why deepfake is not taboo
Mind the gap
November 3rd, 2022
Virtual production has transformed from an alternative to traditional production – and is now the accepted norm. But there’s a shortage of people who...
Tech support: CVP and virtual production
September 26th, 2022
In the era of virtual production, the role of first AC has changed, says Jim McLean. He recounts the exciting challenge of a recent...
Rift: Animation continuum
September 9th, 2022
Bridging Unreal Engine and DaVinci Resolve, director Haz Dulull broke the mould with new feature film Rift. Its exciting workflow is more efficient, supremely...