Masterclass: Cinematography Secrets from Santosh Sivan (ASC, ISC)

🔴 🎥 Recorded during the Cannes Film Festival 2024, watch this free masterclass by Indian cinematographer extraordinaire - Santosh Sivan (ASC, ISC), moderated by Jordan Mintzer from the Hollywood Reporter. Known as a master of cinematic landscape and emotion, learn about Santosh's journey of artistic excellence and production of visual language in his very own words.
🎞 As an official partner of the Cannes Film Festival, Angénieux proudly hosts the Pierre Angénieux Tribute, celebrating cinematography's greatest masters for the past 11 years.
🇮🇳 This year, Angénieux celebrated Indian Cinema by honoring this visionary director of photography who has been instrumental in shaping the landscape of Indian cinema worldwide.
Estonian cinematographer Kadri Koop, based in Los Angeles, represented this edition’s young talent.
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00:00 Intro by Dominique Rouchon
05:25 Masterclass
38:40 : Questions

[@truefilmlovers]

00:11 Celebrating Indian Cinematography at Cannes Festival
03:01 Cinematography is emotional and adaptable
08:33 Early exposure to painting and photography shaped Santosh Sivan's visual education.
11:03 Nature's fleeting beauty observed through rain and sunlight
15:42 Imperfections in faces make someone interesting
17:58 Being open to mentorship and assisting others is crucial for growth in the industry.
22:09 Cinematographers face challenges in shooting difficult scenes in limited time
24:17 Importance of understanding the 'why' before the 'how' in cinematography
28:16 Santosh Sivan reinvented himself by directing children's films and a historical film alongside his cinematography work.
30:07 Santosh Sivan prefers using real sunlight and backlight in his work.
34:21 Different approaches to cinematography in different regions
36:32 Santosh Sivan emphasizes working with the same crew and operating the camera himself.
40:46 Influence of digital era on cinematography
42:54 Challenges in accessing fresh film stock in India
47:38 Discussion on a film project based on a famous poet
49:44 Embracing multiple cultures enriches creativity and perspective.
54:31 Prefer shooting real scenes over excessive VFX
56:43 Santosh Sivan's cinematography style is influenced by creating his own world

[@dillimeinbilli]

While watching this lecture I went back and watched Chaiyan chaiyan on youtube, thatt scene where the camera goes with SRK into the tunnel - and they go into red lighting inside the tunnel and emerge back into daylight - it's still magic, like I can't wrap my head around the lighting, camera and coordination required for that, it still gives me goosebumps.

[@le_gr]

He is an inspiration to many of us. I was fortunate enough to get a workshop with him in my film School days and he told some us that "Cinematography is not rocket science" and he also told us a very simple thing that " light travels straight". His words have always been with me and he was the first mentor to take out our fears about cinematography. Thank you Santosh Sir. You are a legend!

[@pathunairPRASANTHR]

Master….A big hug from a die-hard ‘Santosh Sivan Sir’…

[@mystic_monk]

He's such a inspiration. A gem from our malayalam cinema.🎥

[@directorarungeorge]

Master of back light photography...

[@m0t0rbreathing]

I didn't know much about Cinematography, still don't, but there was a time when I could look at a random frame, specifically at (how the light reflects off) the hair of someone in the frame, and identify the cinematographer to be Santosh Sivan (or not)

[@MrGsrinivas]

In his films, visual aesthetics take the forefront, with nature often occupying a prominent place. URIMI is a master piece.

[@ajitnandakumar]

His cinematography has such a distinct tone

[@raz_films]

🙏🙏🙏Thank you Santhosh for inspiring countless artists, creators and DPs globally. Absolutely love all your creative work. You are my inspiration to learn and pursue cinematography.

[@anils.rkumar6551]

A Legend from Kerala India... Thank you for such a nice conversation -Love his words

[@gunaonline4725]

Amazing insight , When Tiger comes, we learn things fast

[@LIVEARTS-HOBBYHUB]

super

[@mohammedthoyyib4217]

Excited to have Ar rahman on board

[@fellawhofilms7760]

This is GOLD

[@anju04aa]

He’s such a master and visual poet….

[@DOPELIGHTS]

really inspiring and proud to be from the same place from this legend was born.

[@ashwithharshavardhan8407]

this is a gem. find it and save it.

[@hugoboue]

C’était super !! Hâte de voir l’interview de lui aussi 😊

[@chandermotwani3493]

Brilliant Content Brilliant Cinematographer & Filmmaker 🎞🎥🤘🏻🎬

[@b.n.production9036]

Excellent Sir Excellent..

[@rajesh.rajeevan]

Thanks for sharing this !!

[@Ilovefx3]

lovee itt!

[@febinphilip904]

Vanaprastham 13:53 mohanlal sir's finest performance or any actors finest stage

[@hrithiks.naudiyal7934]

Inspiring ❤

[@MadszTRS]

Wonderful, thank you so much ✨

[@mvreddy5386]

All the best Santhosh.... Take care ❤

[@vijayvr5342]

Inspiration for Many DPs❤

[@krishnansrinivasan830]

I had a great time watching this Interview :)

[@NoobsfromPai-Nan-dp6uu]

It's not just bollywood... Its Malayalam Cinema ❣..... If u dive deep into malayalam cinema u could find Gems like Santhosh Sivan.....🤍

[@mvreddy5386]

Angenieux... The legend in lens category... Never forget.. I used it 1992...I hope... A wide angle.... You can we view your own fingers while focusing 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂❤

[@mvreddy5386]

Amazing Santhosh... Be the best always ❤.... Love your trend as always 😂

[@at_bagath]

👍😊

[@adarshkuniyil825]

Anandabhadram ❤ was a masterpiece

[@mvreddy5386]

52.15..I hope it's a RuKkumani RuKkumani.. In Hogenkall in Dharmapuri... Been there many times... Shot and edit as well ❤😂

[@steeverodz8967]

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