The GBCT (Guild of British Camera Technicians) and the ACO (Association of Camera Operators) announced the 2021 nominees for The Operators Award. The award is presented in two categories – Features and TV Drama. The winners will be announced at the British Society of Cinematographers Awards Evening on 26 February in London. Congratulations to all … Read more
WORLD-CHANGING POWERS When Seamus McGarvey BSC ASC was approached to lens the first two episodes of HBO fantasy series The Nevers, it was a no-brainer to collaborate once again with filmmaker Joss Whedon on the timely production. Dealing with superhumans is familiar territory for Seamus McGarvey BSC ASC (Atonement) and filmmaker Joss Whedon (Serenity) as they previously collaborated on The Avengers. The … Read more
The July 2021 issue of British Cinematographer is now here! You can find out more about just some of the fascinating interviews and articles you can expect to find inside our latest edition now by reading on… JAMES LAXTON ASC ON THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD In our cover story special, we catch up with cinematographer James Laxton ASC to find out more … Read more
RISING TO THE CHALLENGE After a year in and out of lockdown, during which TV drama and streamed films kept people entertained and engaged, home audiences have finally been seeing the high-profile productions that were made under COVID-19 restrictions. Everyone involved in a production has had follow the rules to ensure they and their colleagues … Read more
Shining a light on… Gaffers ‘R’ Us / Tom Gates Shining a light on… Gaffers ‘R’ Us / Tom Gates Fact file Age: 59Education: London Comprehensive SchoolHobby/Passions: I don’t watch that much telly these days. I tend to go out with our dogs, or sometimes down the pub. Selected Filmography (as gaffer unless otherwise indicated) … Read more