THE CHASE Cinematographer Trevor Roach discusses the technical challenges and creative decisions behind shooting high-intensity feature City of Dreams, blending handheld shots, VFX, and intimate storytelling. Which cameras and lenses did you use and why? I was originally asked to be on – the production by the cinematographer Alejandro Chávez, A.M.C., to be his Second … Read more
Developed specifically for movie, TV, broadcast and media applications, the Dyno Series provides cinematographers and production crews with a soft light solution for both studio and location work. Built using state of the art LED technology, the Dyno Series has been engineered to combine stunning levels of ultra-efficient, low energy illumination with complete control, allowing … Read more
Fiilex’s Q5 Color is a 185W 5” LED fresnel that generates high-quality RGBW light output. The fixture uses the latest iteration of Fiilex’s Dense Matrix LED array to deliver colour quality and optical versatility that go beyond the typical limits of point-source LED technology. With its wide spot/flood range, smooth dimming to 0 per cent, … Read more
DP Jamie Cairney and director Ben Taylor wanted to pay homage to iconic films like John Hughes’ The Breakfast Club and Richard Linklater’s Dazed and Confused in Sex Education. “Ben was keen to make the show feel like it was timeless and not set anywhere particular,” explains Cairney, “If you look at the show, it’s not specific … Read more
Light Is A Universal Language Across The Pond / Mark London Williams Light Is A Universal Language Across The Pond / Mark London Williams We are entering the “’tis the season” season, which means in addition to handicapping whose hands the award statues will wind up in, we’ll also look at both current work hitting … Read more
Tinker Tailor Spotlight / LiteGear Tinker Tailor Spotlight / LiteGear BY: Kevin Hilton Header image: LiteGear LiteTiles in action Practical lights have largely been thought of as props operated by the actors. Recent films, particularly in the science fiction genre, have called for lamps that would at first glance be considered practicals, either because they … Read more
A higher level of illumination Spotlight / Chimera Lighting A higher level of illumination Spotlight / Chimera Lighting BY: Michael Burns Born out of a desire to provide a kinder and more controllable light source for portrait photography, Chimera Lighting has become a significant name in movie and video lighting, but it’s never forgotten its … Read more
Belgian based camera and lighting rental facility Lites have announced the arrival of their first Arri Skypanel S360-C. The new S360-C has expanded ARRI’s LED soft light range with the largest and brightest SkyPanel to date. Not only is the S360-C powerful, but it is packed full of exciting features, making it one of the … Read more
Tourflex Cabling has supplied nearly 900 metres of various length power, data and hybrid cabling all made to order, for a complete lighting infrastructure upgrade to the studios of Marjan Television Network – one of the leading Persian-language broadcasters. Marjan’s programmes are broadcast to 25 million viewers across the globe, and include Persian-speaking versions of … Read more
Quasar Science, the Los Angeles-based LED technology and logistics company has joined forces with Burbank-based Matthews Studio Equipment to create a new generation of LED rigging support. Utilising MSE’s new MyWayGrip rigging system, the MyWayPlate Linear LED Mounting System is built for Q-LED Linear Lamps, making it simple to mount 1, 2 or 4 lamps … Read more
Chroma-Q, a world-renowned brand of premium performance LED lighting solutions, manufactured in North America, appoints Paul Pelletier as Global Brand Manager for Chroma-Q. Paul Pelletier is a 30 year veteran in the performance lighting industry working for industry leaders, most recently Martin Professional in the role of Solution Manager. Bringing with him extensive experience working … Read more
Rosco, a leading manufacturer of lighting solutions for the entertainment industry, today announces the acquisition of innovative LED specialist DMG Lumière. The acquisition represents a ‘win-win’ situation for customers of both companies, as well as the businesses themselves, through increased customer-driven innovation, expanded global product support capabilities and greater in-house expertise. Rosco will incorporate DMG … Read more
BB&S Lighting introduces the Force 7 LED LEKO. It delivers more light output than a traditional light engine, while drawing just 180W at maximum output. The Force 7 is a complete LED Ellipsoidal head for third party optics that sets new standards for white light LED with CRI 97 color accuracy. It features an external, … Read more
Litepanels®, a pioneer in LED lighting for the film, photographic, and broadcast industries and a Vitec Group brand, today introduced the Litepanels Gemini — an all-new 2×1, RGB-WW soft panel that combines daylight, tungsten, and red-green-blue LEDs to deliver highly flexible and precise color adjustment. The Gemini soft panel produces true, full-spectrum white light and … Read more
Kino Flo Lighting Systems will premier its new Select Freestyle line of location lighting systems for motion picture and television production during this month’s NAB 2017 Trade Show in Las Vegas. The new Freestyle systems come with durable, lightweight LED panels that can easily be removed for use as set practicals or for unconventional mounting … Read more
Since its inception, Pinewood MBS Lighting has remained committed to investment in LED and low-energy lighting. By sourcing products from leading manufacturers and creating innovative illumination solutions via its in-house product development team, PMBS has steadily grown to become one of the world’s largest energy efficient entertainment lighting resources. Supported and governed by the BAFTA … Read more
Outsight, the pioneering advanced lighting technology company, will be demonstrating its full range of advanced LED technology lighting solutions at the Cine Gear Expo on stand S109 (Stage14), including the brand new Creamsource Micro, its latest addition to the acclaimed Creamsource range which was launched at NAB 2017. Outsight will also exhibit the full Creamsource+ … Read more
UAVs, 3D Cinema & Plasma Lights GBCT News / John Keedwell UAVs, 3D Cinema & Plasma Lights GBCT News / John Keedwell The BSC show was crammed full of great kit and inspirational ideas, in particular the use of aerial shots with helicopters, microlight aircraft and drones (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles/UAVs). Each has its place and … Read more
Guiding light Spotlight/ DoPchoice Guiding light Spotlight/ DoPchoice BY: Birgit Heidsiek Munich-based DoPchoice has set a new standard for innovative softboxes and grids, now not just in Europe but also around the world. Tested and developed in conjunction with DPs and gaffers, the company’s Butterfly Grids, Snapbags and Snapgrids are multi-functional systems for almost every … Read more
Whether it’s reducing space or budget, more studios are being asked to find creative ways to offer higher production values using less. This was the challenge that Los Angeles-based Fullscreen Studios faced when designing its new production facility. The company – a large, global network that supports hundreds of content creators and brands – needed … Read more