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Visions of Light: The Art of Cinematography (1992)

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Runtime: 1 hr 35 mins

Genre: Education/General Interest

Synopsis: An exceptional documentary about the craft of cinematography, featuring behind the scenes looks at some of the greatest films down through the decades in Hollywood, with secrets and insight into... An exceptional documentary about the craft of cinematography, featuring behind the scenes looks at some of the greatest films down through the decades in Hollywood, with secrets and insight into the look of great films such as CITIZEN KANE, THE GODFATHER, film noir, and much more. The film received very high critical praise for its comprehensive look at the art of filmmaking and the unapologetic love of the form. [More]

Director: Stuart Samuels, Arnold Glassman, Ernest R. Dickerson

Director: Stuart Samuels, Arnold Glassman, Ernest R. Dickerson

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May 9, 2000

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  • Experience the dazzling story of cinematography as seen through the lenses of the world's greatest filmmakers and captured in classic scenes from over 125 immortal movies. Discover Gordon Willis's secrets of lighting Marlon Brando in "The Godfather" and Greg Toland's contributions to "Citizen Kane." Hear William Fraker on filming "Rosemary's Baby," Vittorio Storaro on his use of color and light in "Apocalypse Now" and much, much more. From black and white to Technicolor, silent to "talkie," glittering Hollywood musical to film noir and art film to blockbuster, this critically acclaimed masterpiece presents movies in a new and unforgettable light!
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    a 1922 newsreel included as the only extra is amusing enough, but at a mere 30 seconds in duration, it is only likely to be of interest to keen archivists.

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