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Visions of Light: The Art of Cinematography (1992)

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Reviews Counted:17

Fresh:16

Rotten:1

Average Rating:8.4/10

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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    Full Review Source: Austin Chronicle | comment Comment
    01/01/00
    Marc Savlov
    Marc Savlov
    Austin Chronicle

    This breathtaking documentary sheds brilliant light (and subtle shading, too) on the history and practice of cinematography.

    Full Review Source: Channel 4 Film | comment Comment
    06/15/07
    Anton Bitel
    Anton Bitel
    Channel 4 Film

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    Full Review Source: Chicago Sun-Times | comment Comment
    01/01/00
    Roger Ebert
    Roger Ebert
    Chicago Sun-Times
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    You will never watch movies the same way after seeing this great documentary.

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    10/07/05
    Cole Smithey
    Cole Smithey
    ColeSmithey.com

    Visions of Light is a wonderful, unique look at moviemaking.

    Full Review Source: Deseret News, Salt Lake City | comment Comment
    01/01/00
    Chris Hicks
    Chris Hicks
    Deseret News, Salt Lake City

    No review available.

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    06/20/05
    Emanuel Levy
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    05/14/07
    Christopher Null
    Christopher Null
    Filmcritic.com

    One of the few films that's just as amazing with the sound turned off.

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    04/01/05
    Brian Juergens
    Brian Juergens
    Freeze Dried Movies

    A dream come true for true film lovers.

    Full Review Source: Goatdog's Movies | comment Comment
    04/20/03
    Michael W. Phillips, Jr.
    Michael W. Phillips, Jr.
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    10/31/03
    Carol Cling
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    07/26/03
    Nell Minow
    Nell Minow
    Movie Mom at Yahoo! Movies

    Filmmaking as wonderful as that discussed in Visions of Light deserves to be seen as more than just a snippet.

    Full Review Source: MovieMartyr.com | comment Comment
    08/04/02
    Jeremy Heilman
    Jeremy Heilman
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    05/20/03
    Vincent Canby
    Vincent Canby
    New York Times

    You'll feel you are at their sides, flipping through a family album of cinematic treasures

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    Shane Burridge
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    James Berardinelli
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    Full Review Source: Time Out | comment Comment
    01/26/06
    Time Out

    Absolutely superb documentary with haunting score.

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    12/19/05
    Steve Crum
    Steve Crum
    Video-Reviewmaster.com
    N/R

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    Full Review Source: Washington Post | comment Comment
    01/01/00
    Desson Thomson
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