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Lensworks introduces NeoAO Version 2 anamorphic lens series
Lensworks has announced the launch of the NeoAO Version 2 anamorphic lens series, “an evolution of the company’s NeoAO 2x anamorphic lenses delivering significant improvements in close-focus performance, image sharpness, size, and weight”. Inspired by legendary vintage anamorphic systems including original Cineovision, Kowa and original Todd-AO lenses, the N
Sheffield DocFest creative director Raul Niño Zambrano on how non-fiction storytelling is evolving – and why
Now in its 33rd year, Sheffield DocFest has evolved into the UK’s biggest documentary film festival, offering world premieres, networking opportunities, and the chance to learn from the best in the business. We chat to creative director Raul Niño Zambrano about the philosophy of the festival, how non-fiction storytelling is evolving, and what British Cinemat
Hillary Fyfe Spera / Daredevil: Born Again
THE DEVIL’S IN THE DETAILS Cinematographer Hillary Fyfe Spera explains how Daredevil: Born Again uses location, lighting and anamorphic lenses to execute the gritty feel of the Marvel show. As we speak to Hillary Fyfe Spera, cinematographer on Marvel series Daredevil: Born Again, about the visual language of series two, one word keeps cropping up: ... Read m
Matthews Studio Equipment releases black Hyper-Chrome Matthellini2 – “re-engineered version” of Matthellini Clamp
Matthews Studio Equipment has released the black Hyper-Chrome Matthellini2, a “re-engineered version” of the company’s iconic Matthellini Clamp that’s been a “professional set staple for generations”. “While preserving the grip performance professionals rely on across every shape — flat, round, square, and irregular — this next-gen grip essential now handles
The British Society of Cinematographers introduces new members for 2026
The British Society of Cinematographers has announced its new members for 2026. This year, the BSC is welcoming seven cinematographers to Full Accredited status and two camera operators to Associate status. The list of Full Accredited members is: Meanwhile, the new Associate members are: More information on the new members – provided by the BSC ... Read more
Brompton Technology appoints Andrew Beaudet as head of sales for the Americas
Brompton Technology has announced Andrew Beaudet as its new head of sales for the Americas. “With almost three decades of experience across the music and digital signage industry, his appointment further strengthens Brompton Technology’s global sales leadership team, and highlights the company’s commitment to growth across the region,” Brompton said. “Beaude
How Yes She Cannes built on breakthrough Cannes year with Marché du Film programming and more
Yes She Cannes has concluded its “strongest Cannes Film Festival to date”, bringing together 140 members from 25 countries and delivering its “most extensive programme of official industry activity since the organisation was founded in 2018”. This year’s edition saw YSC contribute to official Marché du Film programming through the Main Stage conference progr
Mediterrane Film Festival unveils “powerhouse” 2026 Industry Programme and international jury
The Malta Film Commission has unveiled the Industry Programme and international jury lineup for the fourth annual Mediterrane Film Festival, taking place from 21-28 June 2026 across the historic backdrop of Valletta and iconic Maltese locations. Guided by this year’s overarching theme, “Beyond Together”, the festival “celebrates Malta’s thriving legacy in fi
Byron Kopman and Jason James / All Night Wrong
GETTING THINGS RIGHT When Gary (Zach Cherry) and Ell (Maria Bakalova)’s meet-up at a motel goes sideways, the pair find themselves on a chaotic road trip through British Columbia in the SXSW London-premiering All Night Wrong. DP Byron Kopman and director Jason James explain how location, lighting and a love of genre shaped this chaotic ... Read more The post
Netflix announces recipients of Netflix Documentary Talent Fund and partnership with Sheffield DocFest
Netflix has announced the five filmmaking teams who were selected from thousands of applications to receive funding and professional support in the fourth year of the Netflix Documentary Talent Fund. The filmmakers were selected by a jury of industry experts last week where they pitched the idea for their short documentary films inspired by the ... Read more
UK Music Video Awards 2026 opens submissions – including for two cinematography categories
The search for the year’s “most creative work in music videos and music visual projects” is under way as the UK Music Video Awards has announced its call for submissions – including in two cinematography categories. The “premier global celebration of excellence in music video production” is inviting submissions in 39 separate categories from creators ... Rea
Event Review: BAFTA Television Craft Awards 2026
THE CRAFT BEHIND THE CAMERA Ryan Kernaghan ISC and filmmaker Jordan Bryon led a strong night as Adolescence and The Celebrity Traitors triumphed at the BAFTA Television Craft Awards, with BAFTA celebrating the talent behind television’s finest work. They are the people you rarely see — the sound mixer layering the ambient dread of a prison corridor, ... Read
Marburg Camera Prize winner Florian Hoffmeister BSC discusses the role of cinematographer as author
Cinematographer Florian Hoffmeister BSC was recently honoured with the Marburg Camera Prize, awarded by the University of Marburg in Germany. Unlike most industry recognition, the prize is not tied to a single film or awards cycle – instead, it honours a body of work, explored through a three-day academic conference where films are screened and ... Read more
African American Film Critics Association to celebrate honourees at 8th Annual AAFCA TV Honors
The African American Film Critics Association will celebrate honourees at the 8th Annual AAFCA TV Honors, taking place Saturday 8 August 2026 at City Club LA in Downtown Los Angeles. AAFCA will honour some of the industry’s “most influential creatives, executives, storytellers, and performers” with Special Achievement Awards, recognising their “contributions
Academy to honour Glenn Close, Ridley Scott and more at 2026 Governors Awards
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced that its Board of Governors has voted to present Academy Honorary Awards to actor Glenn Close, animator Floyd Norman and director Sir Ridley Scott, and the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award to producers Christine Vachon and Pamela Koffler. The Oscar statuettes will be presented at ... Read more Th
Sometimes colour can be a real learning curve: Breaking the rules of grading on Rooster
HBO Max’s Rooster was designed to look and feel like a wool sweater: comfortable, timeless, and not at all like a modern streaming show. The production forced senior colourist Josh Bohoskey to intentionally break the traditional rules of grading to achieve the desired visual dynamics. Like many of his peers, Josh Bohoskey’s journey to colour ... Read more Th
Paul de Lumen / Propeller One-Way Night Coach
SKY-HIGH EXPECTATIONS Paul de Lumen explains how he used Sony Venice 2s, practical lighting and a child’s point of view to bring John Travolta’s long-awaited directorial debut to the screen. John Travolta’s directorial debut, Propeller One-Way Night Coach, is not just his directorial debut – but a passion project years in the making. Based on ... Read more T
The joys of job sharing
Balancing demanding production schedules with family life can be difficult for film and television professionals. Does job sharing offer a solution? ReelTime Media was set up by Michelle Reynolds and Rowan Aust, two friends who share a background as television producers – the former in factual entertainment and the latter in arts news. All-consuming jobs, ..
Stuart Bentley BSC / Hamlet
CAPITAL PUNISHMENT Stuart Bentley BSC captures Hamlet using the night and darkness to heighten the tension of this classic tale, with fast-moving, raw visuals that echo the protagonist’s emotional unravelling in London. William Shakespeare’s name never goes out of fashion. Fresh from the success of Hamnet (2025), which earned Jessie Buckley an Oscar for her
A California sort of look: Cine Gear at Universal (plus Emmys on the horizon)
Mark London Williams reports back from this year’s Cine Gear, as leading cinematographers discuss light, lenses, and securing legendary status. Plus, with Emmy voting now open, he takes a look at a few of the productions that could be in the running for prizes… “You still have to have light that tells the story.” That’s ... Read more The post A California so