The Cinematography of “The Company Men” (2010)

The Cinematography of “The Company Men”
Cinematographer: Roger Deakins

An Interview with Mark Vargo, ASC

I recently had the very exciting opportunity to speak with Mark Vargo, ASC. Mark has worked on some of the most iconic films in the history of cinema like Star Wars, Raiders of the Lost Ark and Ghostbusters (for which he was nominated for an Academy award in 1985). He graciously shared his thoughts on film vs. digital, his experience shooting “The Way Back” and where technology might be headed in the not-to-distant future. Special thanks to Mark for taking the time to chat with me. Here’s what he had to say.

2012 Academy Award Nominees for Best Cinematography

The 2012 Academy Award Nominees for Best Cinematography

Reverse Key Lighting

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The Cinematography of “Dances with Wolves” (1990)

The Cinematography of “Dances with Wolves” (1990)
Cinematographer: Dean Semler
Won the 1991 Academy Award for Best Cinematography
Won the 1991 Academy Award for Best Picture

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The Cinematography of “Taxi Driver” (1976)

The Cinematography of “Taxi Driver” (1976)
Cinematographer: Michael Chapman
Nominated for the 1977 Academy Award for Best Picture

The Cinematography of “Seabiscuit” (2003)

The Cinematography of “Seabiscuit” (2003)
Cinematographer: John Schwartzman
Nominated for the 2004 Academy Award for Best Cinematography
Won the  2004 ASC for Outstanding Achievement in Cinematography in a Theatrical Release

The Cinematography of “Tideland” (2005)

The Cinematography of “Tideland” (2005)
Cinematographer: Nicola Pecorini

The Art of “The Incredibles” (2004)

The Art of “The Incredibles” (2004)
Cinematographers: Andrew Jimenez, Patrick Lin and Janet Lucroy
Won the 2005 Academy Award for Best Animated Feature Film

The Cinematography of “Army of Shadows” (1969)

The Cinematography of “Army of Shadows”
Cinematographer: Pierre Lhomme and Walter Wottitz