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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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    Anton Bitel

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

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Jun., 15 2007 07:34 AM

    Channel 4 Film

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    4/5

    Christopher Null

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    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | May., 14 2007 03:15 AM

    Filmcritic.com

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    4/5

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    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Dec., 30 2006 03:38 AM

    Empire Magazine

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    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Jan., 26 2006 03:15 AM

    Time Out

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    5/5

    Steve Crum

    Absolutely superb documentary with haunting score.

    comment Comment | Dec., 19 2005 10:58 PM

    Video-Reviewmaster.com

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    5/5

    Cole Smithey

    You will never watch movies the same way after seeing this great documentary.

    comment Comment | Oct., 07 2005 09:48 PM

    ColeSmithey.com

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    3/5

    Emanuel Levy

    No review available.

    comment Comment | Jun., 20 2005 01:29 PM

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    5/5

    Brian Juergens

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

    comment Comment | Apr., 01 2005 08:21 AM

    Freeze Dried Movies

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    5/5

    Andy Klein

    No review available.

    comment Comment | Jul., 01 2004 09:45 AM

    Los Angeles CityBeat

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    5/5

    Carol Cling

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    comment Comment | Oct., 31 2003 02:11 PM

    Las Vegas Review-Journal

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    5/5

    Nell Minow

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    comment Comment | Jul., 26 2003 10:00 AM

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    Vincent Canby

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    New York Times

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    4.5/5

    Michael W. Phillips, Jr.

    A dream come true for true film lovers.

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Apr., 20 2003 08:04 AM

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    2.5/4

    Jeremy Heilman

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

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Aug., 04 2002 04:20 PM

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    Chris Hicks

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

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Jan., 01 2000 12:00 AM

    Deseret News, Salt Lake City

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    Desson Thomson

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    Hal Hinson

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    Washington Post

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    3/4

    James Berardinelli

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    ReelViews

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    3/5

    Marc Savlov

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    Austin Chronicle

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    3.5/4

    Roger Ebert

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