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.
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
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...
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
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
Seeing is Believing
September 13th, 2024
Phil Rhodes uncovers the latest evolutions in camera monitors, hearing from Atomos, Neewer and Flanders Scientific
Real-world star performance: Samsung
September 2nd, 2024
When it comes to a time-pressured shoot interviewing inspirational people, the Samsung Portable SSD T9 proves itself fast, safe and reliable
Classics Reborn: Lens Rehousing
July 27th, 2024
Nicola Foley digs into the rising trend of rehousing vintage cine lenses
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
Industry Briefings: August 2024
August 10th, 2024
Get all the latest updates from the world of production with Definition's Industry Briefings for August 2024
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
Agencies Sold on Virtual Space
September 17th, 2024
The commercials market is beginning to adopt virtual production as a way to deliver cost-efficiency, creativity and sustainability
In The Arena: Serena Williams
September 12th, 2024
DOP Ayana Baraka discusses her role on Serena Williams docuseries In the Arena, preserving her legacy as one of sport’s true champions
Godox at IBC 2024
September 10th, 2024
Explore the new P1200R Hard Pro, MS60Bi/R cinematic light, and upgraded Godox Knowled appat IBC 2024
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: 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
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
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...
Agencies Sold on Virtual Space
September 17th, 2024
The commercials market is beginning to adopt virtual production as a way to deliver cost-efficiency, creativity and sustainability
In The Arena: Serena Williams
September 12th, 2024
DOP Ayana Baraka discusses her role on Serena Williams docuseries In the Arena, preserving her legacy as one of sport’s true champions
Wet Scenes
September 7th, 2024
ICVFX developments have made shooting in and around water a more fluid process, with real-time effects now standard practice. Find out how studios maintain...
The Acolyte
September 5th, 2024
DOP Chris Teague explores new Star Wars series The Acolyte, blending nostalgia from the original trilogy with its distinctive identity
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
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...
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
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...
