Visions of Light
The Art of Cinematography
Cameramen and women discuss the craft and art of cinematography and of the "DP" (the director of photography), illustrating their points with clips from 100 films, from Birth of a Nation to Do the Right Thing. Themes: the DP tells people where to look; changes in movies (the arrival of sound, color, and wide screens) required creative responses from DPs; and, these artisans constantly invent new equipment and try new things, with wonderful results. The narration takes us through the identifiable studio styles of the 30s, the emergence of noir, the New York look, and the impact of Europeans. Citizen Kane, The Conformist, and Gordon Willis get special attention.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Visions of Light
- Genres: Documentary, History
- Release Date: 1992-09-17
- Runtime: 92 minutes
- Rating: 7/10 (47 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: AFI, NHK
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.2376
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Ernest R. Dickerson
as Self
Michael Chapman
as Self
Allen Daviau
as Self
Caleb Deschanel
as Self
Lisa Rinzler
as Self
Conrad L. Hall
as Self
William A. Fraker
as Self
John Bailey
as Self
Néstor Almendros
as Self
Charles Rosher Jr.
as Self
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Visions of Light?▼
Visions of Light is a Documentary, History movie directed by . It was released on 1992-09-17.
Who are the main actors in Visions of Light?▼
The main cast includes Ernest R. Dickerson, Michael Chapman, Allen Daviau, Caleb Deschanel, Lisa Rinzler, .
Where can I watch Visions of Light online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Visions of Light is available.
Is Visions of Light based on a true story?▼
The Art of Cinematography
What is the IMDb rating of Visions of Light?▼
Visions of Light has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 47 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Visions of Light?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Visions of Light?▼
The soundtrack was composed by AFI, NHK. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Visions of Light filmed?▼
Visions of Light was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Visions of Light?▼
The total runtime of Visions of Light is 92 minutes.
Is Visions of Light suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Visions of Light?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Visions of Light.
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