How We Film

No, Color Grading Won’t Save Your Film — Do This First


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Most filmmakers rely on postproduction to fix things — but by the time you’re color grading, it’s often too late. In this episode, I sit down with colorist Enikő Edelsbrunner, to explore how color works emotionally — and why your lighting, mood, and prep matter long before you ever open DaVinci Resolve.We talk about the creative tension between director and colorist, common mistakes filmmakers make on set, and why trying to “save it in post” is often a losing strategy. Whether you’re shooting your first doc or want to level up your visual storytelling, this episode will reframe how you approach your next project.

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How We FilmBy Giosuè Petrone