Cinematography for Actors

In this episode, we sit down with director Misan Harriman, the creative force behind "The After" starring David Oyelowo. We explore the privilege of holding a camera, Misan's journey from photography to directing, and the significance of casting for the film.

Discover the challenges and rewards of Misan's directorial debut and how he brought authenticity to his storytelling. We also delve into the world of networking, which played a crucial role in his success, leading to exciting first-look deals with Netflix.--- Support this podcast: 

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Cinematography for Actors is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our weekly podcast & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

We are live, on-location at the TCL Chinese Theatre for AFI FEST 2023 (https://fest.afi.com) as the official podcast partner. These shorter, special episodes are with selected filmmakers.

In this episode we interview Leo Behrens (Writer/Director/Cinematographer), Ilayda Cetinkaya (Producer) & “Mojo” Wen (Production Designer) about their film “SKIN”. SKIN is a poetic exploration of identity and self-discovery, using visual symbolism to depict a woman's transformation into a man. With the help of her inner manifestation, “The ice man”, she sheds her old skin and embraces her true identity.Skin won the Student Oscar (gold medal) at the Student Academy AwardsThey discuss the use of color and Special FX.

You can also watch all AFI Fest interviews on our YouTube Channel Cinematography for Actors: https://youtube.com/@cinematographyforactors

For our listeners, CFA has teamed up with ⁠We Make Movies⁠ to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. Visit ⁠wemakemovies.org/insurance⁠ and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.

Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25.

Follow us wherever you listen to your podcasts to keep up to date on new episode releases. 

A huge thank you to our sponsors: Band Pro Film & Digital, Rosco Laboratories, Deity Microphones & BlackMagic Design

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⁠Cinematography for Actors⁠ is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our ⁠weekly podcast⁠ & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

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For our listeners, CFA’s teamed up with We Make Movies to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. 

Visit wemakemovies.org/insurance and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.

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Website: www.cinematographyforactors.com

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Cinematography for Actors is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our weekly podcast & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

We are live, on-location at the TCL Chinese Theatre for AFI FEST 2023 (https://fest.afi.com) as the official podcast partner. These shorter, special episodes are with selected filmmakers.

In this episode, our co-host Floriane Andersen interviews Héloïse Janjaud (main actress) of the film “Midwives” in French. Logline: Louise and Sofia, two passionate young midwives, join their first job in a public maternity hospital. But as soon as they arrive, the two friends come up against the insane pace of a department on the verge of explosion. Between the euphoria of childbirth and the anguish of doing things wrong, some vocations are damaged, others strengthened. Can their friendship withstand such a storm?

You can also watch all AFI Fest interviews on our YouTube Channel Cinematography for Actors: https://youtube.com/@cinematographyforactors

For our listeners, CFA has teamed up with ⁠We Make Movies⁠ to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. Visit ⁠wemakemovies.org/insurance⁠ and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.

Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25.

Follow us wherever you listen to your podcasts to keep up to date on new episode releases. 

A huge thank you to our sponsors: Band Pro Film & Digital, Rosco Laboratories, Deity Microphones & BlackMagic Design

Website: https://⁠www.cinematographyforactors.com⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/cinematographyforactors⁠

TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematographyforactors⁠

⁠Cinematography for Actors⁠ is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our ⁠weekly podcast⁠ & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

Join the CFA Community, sign up to our newsletter:

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For our listeners, CFA’s teamed up with We Make Movies to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. 

Visit wemakemovies.org/insurance and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.

Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25

Website: www.cinematographyforactors.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographyforactors

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematographyforactors

Cinematography for Actors is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our weekly podcast & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

We are live, on-location at the TCL Chinese Theatre for AFI FEST 2023 (https://fest.afi.com) as the official podcast partner. These shorter, special episodes are with selected filmmakers.

In this episode we interview Bren Cukier (writer/director) & Marianna Zydek (lead actress) for their film “Thursday”. They discuss navigating the nuances of the contentious topic of abortion and all the prep that went into the film. The obstacles they faced (like their DP getting in a major accident right before shooting).

You can also watch all AFI Fest interviews on our YouTube Channel Cinematography for Actors: https://youtube.com/@cinematographyforactors

For our listeners, CFA has teamed up with ⁠We Make Movies⁠ to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. Visit ⁠wemakemovies.org/insurance⁠ and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.

Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25.

Follow us wherever you listen to your podcasts to keep up to date on new episode releases. 

A huge thank you to our sponsors: Band Pro Film & Digital, Rosco Laboratories, Deity Microphones & BlackMagic Design

Website: https://⁠www.cinematographyforactors.com⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/cinematographyforactors⁠

TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematographyforactors⁠

⁠Cinematography for Actors⁠ is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our ⁠weekly podcast⁠ & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

Join the CFA Community, sign up to our newsletter:

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For our listeners, CFA’s teamed up with We Make Movies to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. 

Visit wemakemovies.org/insurance and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.

Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25

Website: www.cinematographyforactors.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographyforactors

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematographyforactors

Cinematography for Actors is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our weekly podcast & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

We are live, on-location at the TCL Chinese Theatre for AFI FEST 2023 (https://fest.afi.com) as the official podcast partner. These shorter, special episodes are with selected filmmakers.

In this episode we interview Bryan Tucker (Co-Director/Producer/Writer, DP, Editor), Netsie Tjirongo (Co-Director/Producer/Writer) & Ken Nsimbi (Main Character/Talent) about their film "Savi the Cat". We discuss how they decided WHAT to animate and how the animation itself helped elevate the narrative.

You can also watch all AFI Fest interviews on our YouTube Channel Cinematography for Actors: https://youtube.com/@cinematographyforactors

For our listeners, CFA has teamed up with ⁠We Make Movies⁠ to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. Visit ⁠wemakemovies.org/insurance⁠ and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.

Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25.

Follow us wherever you listen to your podcasts to keep up to date on new episode releases. 

A huge thank you to our sponsors: Band Pro Film & Digital, Rosco Laboratories, Deity Microphones & BlackMagic Design

Website: https://⁠www.cinematographyforactors.com⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/cinematographyforactors⁠

TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematographyforactors⁠

⁠Cinematography for Actors⁠ is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our ⁠weekly podcast⁠ & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

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For our listeners, CFA’s teamed up with We Make Movies to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. 

Visit wemakemovies.org/insurance and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.

Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25

Website: www.cinematographyforactors.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographyforactors

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematographyforactors

Cinematography for Actors is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our weekly podcast & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

We are live, on-location at the TCL Chinese Theatre for AFI FEST 2023 (https://fest.afi.com) as the official podcast partner. These shorter, special episodes are with selected filmmakers.

In this episode we interview Eric Wang Schwager (Director), (Cindy) Zixin Zhang (Producer) & Rayana Rasamee (Cinematographer) for their film “Lucky Market”.They discuss shooting at a supermarket and the logistics & technical obstacles around it. Designing shots around physical limitations as well. Lighting day for night, and night for day. (Cindy) Zixin Zhang (Producer) speaks Chinese and helped with pronunciation on set.

You can also watch all AFI Fest interviews on our YouTube Channel Cinematography for Actors: https://youtube.com/@cinematographyforactors

For our listeners, CFA has teamed up with ⁠We Make Movies⁠ to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. Visit ⁠wemakemovies.org/insurance⁠ and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.

Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25.

Follow us wherever you listen to your podcasts to keep up to date on new episode releases. 

A huge thank you to our sponsors: Band Pro Film & Digital, Rosco Laboratories, Deity Microphones & BlackMagic Design

Website: https://⁠www.cinematographyforactors.com⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/cinematographyforactors⁠

TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematographyforactors⁠

⁠Cinematography for Actors⁠ is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our ⁠weekly podcast⁠ & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

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For our listeners, CFA’s teamed up with We Make Movies to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. 

Visit wemakemovies.org/insurance and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.

Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25

Website: www.cinematographyforactors.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographyforactors

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematographyforactors

Cinematography for Actors is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our weekly podcast & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

We are live, on-location at the TCL Chinese Theatre for AFI FEST 2023 (https://fest.afi.com) as the official podcast partner. These shorter, special episodes are with selected filmmakers.

In this episode we interview Zacharias Mavroeidis (director & co-writer) of the film “THE SUMMER WITH CARMEN”.They talk about the process of co-writing, casting, one on one meetings with cast members and re-writing once actors have been cast. The ideal actor for the part might not be the ideal actor for the film. Because you’re creating a web.

You can also watch all AFI Fest interviews on our YouTube Channel Cinematography for Actors: https://youtube.com/@cinematographyforactors

For our listeners, CFA has teamed up with ⁠We Make Movies⁠ to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. Visit ⁠wemakemovies.org/insurance⁠ and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.

Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25.

Follow us wherever you listen to your podcasts to keep up to date on new episode releases. 

A huge thank you to our sponsors: Band Pro Film & Digital, Rosco Laboratories, Deity Microphones & BlackMagic Design

Website: https://⁠www.cinematographyforactors.com⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/cinematographyforactors⁠

TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematographyforactors⁠

⁠Cinematography for Actors⁠ is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our ⁠weekly podcast⁠ & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

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For our listeners, CFA’s teamed up with We Make Movies to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. 

Visit wemakemovies.org/insurance and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.

Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25

Website: www.cinematographyforactors.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographyforactors

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematographyforactors

Cinematography for Actors is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our weekly podcast & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

We are live, on-location at the TCL Chinese Theatre for AFI FEST 2023 (https://fest.afi.com) as the official podcast partner. These shorter, special episodes are with selected filmmakers.

In this episode we interview Sabrina Doyle (Director), Maximilian Schmige (DP) & Ron Eli Cohen (Producer) about their film “GO FOR GRANDMA”.Inspired by the iconic '80's fantasy films we all grew up on, "Go for Grandma" is a magical journey into the mind of a young boy who escapes a traumatic home life through the power of his imagination.They discuss the VFX process, shooting in New York on Wall Street in traffic and how they built a set inside a water retention take for a flood scene.

You can also watch all AFI Fest interviews on our YouTube Channel Cinematography for Actors: https://youtube.com/@cinematographyforactors

For our listeners, CFA has teamed up with ⁠We Make Movies⁠ to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. Visit ⁠wemakemovies.org/insurance⁠ and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.

Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25.

Follow us wherever you listen to your podcasts to keep up to date on new episode releases. 

A huge thank you to our sponsors: Band Pro Film & Digital, Rosco Laboratories, Deity Microphones & BlackMagic Design

Website: https://⁠www.cinematographyforactors.com⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/cinematographyforactors⁠

TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematographyforactors⁠

⁠Cinematography for Actors⁠ is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our ⁠weekly podcast⁠ & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

Join the CFA Community, sign up to our newsletter:

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For our listeners, CFA’s teamed up with We Make Movies to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. 

Visit wemakemovies.org/insurance and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.

Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25

Website: www.cinematographyforactors.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographyforactors

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematographyforactors

Cinematography for Actors is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our weekly podcast & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

We are live, on-location at the TCL Chinese Theatre for AFI FEST 2023 (https://fest.afi.com) as the official podcast partner. These shorter, special episodes are with selected filmmakers.

In this episode we interview Adrien Hoppenot (Producer) & Natalie Jones (cinematographer) about their autobiographical film “BACKBONE”.They talk about technical decisions they made with camera, what it was like filming a chase scene with very few cuts, and the human limitations around carrying heavy gear. Work smarter not harder. This film explores themes of empathy and patience.

You can also watch all AFI Fest interviews on our YouTube Channel Cinematography for Actors: https://youtube.com/@cinematographyforactors

For our listeners, CFA has teamed up with ⁠We Make Movies⁠ to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. Visit ⁠wemakemovies.org/insurance⁠ and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.

Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25.

Follow us wherever you listen to your podcasts to keep up to date on new episode releases. 

A huge thank you to our sponsors: Band Pro Film & Digital, Rosco Laboratories, Deity Microphones & BlackMagic Design

Website: https://⁠www.cinematographyforactors.com⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/cinematographyforactors⁠

TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematographyforactors⁠

⁠Cinematography for Actors⁠ is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our ⁠weekly podcast⁠ & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

Join the CFA Community, sign up to our newsletter:

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For our listeners, CFA’s teamed up with We Make Movies to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. 

Visit wemakemovies.org/insurance and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.

Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25

Website: www.cinematographyforactors.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographyforactors

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematographyforactors

Cinematography for Actors is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our weekly podcast & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

We are live, on-location at the TCL Chinese Theatre for AFI FEST 2023 (https://fest.afi.com) as the official podcast partner. These shorter, special episodes are with selected filmmakers.

In this episode we interview Conner De Mita (Director/Co-Writer) & Ari Jacobson (Co-Writer) for their film “WAKE”. The film is a bit surreal and a bit of horror. Conner wrote the first draft in the middle of the night and finished at 6am. They talk about how they work as co-writers. They do a lot of writing physically together in the same room. Conner cast his brother in the lead role and they had to communicate very personal feelings to the page and through film.

You can also watch all AFI Fest interviews on our YouTube Channel Cinematography for Actors: https://youtube.com/@cinematographyforactors

For our listeners, CFA has teamed up with ⁠We Make Movies⁠ to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. Visit ⁠wemakemovies.org/insurance⁠ and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.

Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25.

Follow us wherever you listen to your podcasts to keep up to date on new episode releases. 

A huge thank you to our sponsors: Band Pro Film & Digital, Rosco Laboratories, Deity Microphones & BlackMagic Design

Website: https://⁠www.cinematographyforactors.com⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/cinematographyforactors⁠

TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematographyforactors⁠

⁠Cinematography for Actors⁠ is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our ⁠weekly podcast⁠ & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

Join the CFA Community, sign up to our newsletter:

⁠https://mailchi.mp/e27e1a2bc895/newsletter⁠

Send us Fan Mail

For our listeners, CFA’s teamed up with We Make Movies to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. 

Visit wemakemovies.org/insurance and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.

Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25

Website: www.cinematographyforactors.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographyforactors

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematographyforactors

Cinematography for Actors is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our weekly podcast & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.