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Designing Ghostbusters Afterlife (with Francois Audouy)

December 7, 2021 00:57:23

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GHOSTBUSTERS AFTERLIFE — with its incredible sets, props, and the infamous Ecto-1 car — have given movie lovers the nostalgic and entertaining blockbuster they have been waiting for. Production designer Francois Audouy explains his approach to designing films, and how attention to detail and practical sets made GHOSTBUSTERS AFTERLIFE a massive success.

Francois and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli, discuss how the original film inspired him, Francois’ love for practical locations vs sets, recreating the Ecto-1 car, filming car chase scenes, and more!

American Horror Story Double Feature Cinematography (with Andrew Mitchell)

November 30, 2021 01:00:05

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AMERICAN HORROR STORY DOUBLE FEATURE cinematographer Andrew Mitchell had a massive challenge to overcome: how to film two unique stories with distinct looks in a cohesive way. Learn his visual approach for each half of the season and how he transitioned from camera operator to DP.
Andrew and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli, discuss the essential skills every DP should have, using visual effects and clever editing to fake Sarah Paulson being on set, converting color to black and white, and so much more!

Finch Cinematography (with Jo Willems ASC SBC)

November 22, 2021 00:59:45

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Discover how FINCH cinematographer Jo Willems ASC SBC overcame the challenges of filming the relationship between Tom Hanks, a dog, and a motion capture robot.

Jo and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli, discuss the film’s unique look and creating intimacy with the camera. Learn how Jo filmed the desert scenes practically, the decision to shoot handheld, embracing lens artifacts, and so much more.

Impeachment: American Crime Story (with Simon Dennis BSC)

November 16, 2021 01:00:09

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Cinematographer Simon Dennis BSC of IMPEACHMENT: American Crime Story masterfully depicted one of the most iconic moments in American history while capturing portrayals of Monica Lewinsky, Linda Tripp, and of course Bill & Hillary Clinton.

Simon and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli, discuss the show’s desaturated look, claustrophobic feeling, why he chose the Sony Venice, working with split diopters, and inventing a new visual genre… “Gloom Glam”.

Dune Cinematography (with Greig Fraser ACS ASC)

November 9, 2021 01:00:12

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DUNE, with its stunning cinematography and epic sets, was packed with unique challenges for director of photography Greig Fraser ACS ASC — including filming in whipping sands and lighting football field sized sets.

Greig and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli, discuss discuss how he balances epic and intimate, his techniques for large night exteriors, embracing the shadows and Greig’s unique film transfer process that jumps from digital to film and back again.

Gun Safety on Film Sets (with Bryan W. Carpenter)

November 2, 2021 00:56:30

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The tragic death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins has ignited a worldwide conversation about gun safety on film sets. Armorer Bryan W Carpenter joins us to discuss current safety standards and what protocols were missed leading up to the tragic shooting.

Bryan and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli, discuss pros and cons of practical firearms vs visual effects, the difference between “blanks” and “dummy” ammunition, and what a “prop gun” actual is.

Halloween Kills Cinematography (with Michael Simmonds)

October 26, 2021 00:56:23

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HALLOWEEN KILLS is packed with gory murders and cinematography that elevates the horror genre. Cinematographer Michael Simmonds returns to discuss the film’s camera choices, lighting techniques and visual approach while breaking down the most challenging kill scenes.

Michael and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli, discuss filming the 1978 flashbacks, Michael’s use of zoom lenses, how the house fire scene was shot, telling micro stories within scenes, and more!

No Time To Die Cinematography (with Linus Sandgren FSF ASC)

October 19, 2021 00:44:18

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NO TIME TO DIE not only elevates the 007 universe, but it is filled with stunningly beautiful and logistically challenging cinematography. Director of Photographer Linus Sandgren FSF ASC talks lighting, lensing, locations and of course STUNTS!

Linus and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli, discuss finding the spirit of James Bond and using hand-held IMAX cameras to blend classic 007 storytelling with new filmmaking technologies.

Producing Halsey’s If I Can’t Love, I Want Power (with Jamee Ranta)

October 11, 2021 00:51:08

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Rather than releasing a series of music videos, Halsey has released a short film featuring her latest album IF I CAN’T LOVE, I WANT POWER. Music video producer Jamee Ranta gives us a behind the scenes look at making the film and music videos for other iconic artists.

Jamee and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli, discuss the decision to create this short film, how a producer is involved in the creative process, breaking into the music video industry, and more!

Film Strike (with Jim Denault ASC)

October 5, 2021 00:49:41

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By a nearly unanimous margin, IATSE members in TV and film production vote to authorize a nationwide strike. Cinematographer Jim Denault ASC explains the proposed changes union workers are looking for and why they matter.

Jim and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli, discuss the existing working conditions, what has changed over the decades in the industry, the opposition to the new terms, worldwide support, and more!

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Designing Ghostbusters Afterlife (with Francois Audouy)

American Horror Story Double Feature Cinematography (with Andrew Mitchell)

Finch Cinematography (with Jo Willems ASC SBC)

Impeachment: American Crime Story (with Simon Dennis BSC)

Dune Cinematography (with Greig Fraser ACS ASC)

Gun Safety on Film Sets (with Bryan W. Carpenter)

Halloween Kills Cinematography (with Michael Simmonds)

No Time To Die Cinematography (with Linus Sandgren FSF ASC)

Producing Halsey’s If I Can’t Love, I Want Power (with Jamee Ranta)

Film Strike (with Jim Denault ASC)

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