Cinematographers Tommi Terminet and Lorenzo Levrini chat all things cinematography and filmmaking, from cinematography-specific episodes to interviews with filmmakers and crew members from all departments.
Ep32: Cinematographer Kasper Tuxen
A wonderfully free and inspirational conversation with Danish cinematographer Kasper Tuxen, who has recently been thrust into the limelight after his incredible work on Joaquim Trier’s “The Worst Person in the World”. Here are some of the jobs we discuss in the ep: The worst person in the world https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55M5ZgAqbWo Sea of trees https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQvC9V1eLsE Riders of justice https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9Okx5teGBQ Director Martin de Thurah https://vimeo.com/martindethurah https://www.instagram.com/martindethurah/?hl=en Woodkid - Goliath https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5tEfYvY3bAg James Blake - Limit to your Love https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOT2-OTebx0 Film 1 https://vimeo.com/20079854 Winamax commercial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tfncwlFhB_k Kasper's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaspertuxen/?hl=en --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
9/12/2022 • 2 hours, 7 minutes, 18 seconds
Ep 29: Vital equipment: Body, Mind and Soul
In this solo episode, Tommi and Lorenzo discuss burnout culture, recent projects, reflective metering and more, as well as taking listener questions. Link to Tommi’s rear projection job: https://vimeo.com/582557836 BTS: https://www.instagram.com/p/CSjg7rNihR_/?utm_medium=share_sheet And Lorenzo’s Rudimental video: https://vimeo.com/577366495 --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
Jonny Pickup is a photojournalist, documentary photographer and documentary filmmaker. His assignments have taken him all over the world, and he is currently a freelancer working with Getty. In this episode we talk about Jonny's journey and his process. We hear about some of his assignments and the crazy war stories that go along with them, and most importantly, we hear about following your passion, believing in yourself and staying focused on the story. Make sure to look at Jonny's website and follow along as we chat about his work: https://jonnypickup.com https://www.instagram.com/jonny_pickup/?hl=en --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
5/29/2021 • 1 hour, 41 minutes, 11 seconds
Ep27: Director Thor and DP David Wright
DP David Wright and Director Thor chat to us about the world of high-end international commercials. Here are the two jobs we break down: Telekom - Save Santa https://vimeo.com/494030584 Timisoreana Equity - Director's Cut https://vimeo.com/478552464 There is a wealth of BTS for download on the link below - you'll need a laptop: https://www.dropbox.com/s/8x5y7pm6l676h5n/COTL-ep26-BTS.zip?dl=0 Check out David and Thor's work: https://www.thorsaevarsson.com https://www.davidwrightdop.com --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
4/2/2021 • 1 hour, 46 minutes, 1 second
Ep26: Cinematographer Beatriz Sastre
Beatriz Sastre is a Spanish cinematographer based in London. Established in commercials, in 2019 she was co-DP on Spanish feature film ‘La Boda De Rosa’, and this year she was the sole DP on 'Federica Montseny, La Mujer que Habla'. La Boda De Rosa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jrAML3wM1ug Nike: https://vimeo.com/389215062 Wata: https://vimeo.com/398913883 Beatriz's site: https://www.beatrizsastre.com/ Beatriz's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beatriz_sastre/ --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
12/28/2020 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 40 seconds
Ep25: Director Shaun James Grant
We are stoked to have London-based director Shaun James Grant on the podcast. The trailer for Shaun's first short film, Hope, has just come online, as well as his latest piece for the English National Ballet. We discuss these projects and much more, delving into Shaun's backstory and ethos. Links to the projects discussed in the episode: Jack Garratt: https://vimeo.com/155690165 Maverick Sabre - Her Grace: https://vimeo.com/305475228 English National Ballet - Prologue: https://vimeo.com/482367892 ENB full piece on demand - https://ondemand.ballet.org.uk/production/take-five-blues/ Hope trailer: https://vimeo.com/473412794 Shaun's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaunjamesgrant/?hl=en --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
11/27/2020 • 1 hour, 58 minutes, 59 seconds
Ep24: Tommi and Lorenzo look back
In their first solo episode since Ep1, Tommi and Lorenzo reflect back on the first 23 episodes of the podcast, about getting through lockdown, discuss some of the work they’ve been up to since, and answer some listener questions. Here are some of the projects discussed: Tommi: Charlotte Knowels - Petals SS2021 https://vimeo.com/466858523 Lorenzo: Gabi Garbutt https://vimeo.com/443218032 Lorenzo: Pendulum https://vimeo.com/455335335 Lorenzo: The Hunna https://vimeo.com/458467744 --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
10/16/2020 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 9 seconds
Ep23: Virtual Production with Eben Bolter BSC
Eben Bolter BSC is back on the show, this time to lift the lid on virtual production! Recently popularised by The Mandalorian, virtual production is a brand new cutting-edge production technique involving a wall of high resolution LED screens displaying CG content which responds in real time to camera tracking, giving filmmakers the opportunity to shoot live-action inside full CG environments. Eben recently shot a short film using virtual production and takes us through the process. You can watch the film here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y563OZ0ONrE&feature=youtu.be Check out the instagram post for BTS stills and videos! --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
10/2/2020 • 47 minutes, 3 seconds
Ep22: Gaffer Elliot Beach
Elliot Beach is a talented and experienced gaffer based in London. He has gaffered a wealth of amazing jobs. In this episode we get the low down on what it means to be a gaffer, and how Elliot approaches the job. We go through some of the jobs he’s worked on, and the links are below: Tommy Hilfiger: https://vimeo.com/424343362 Maverick Sabre: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1JLk9QDQjE Braun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PId347DeRGw NIKE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=25I3I3kn5fU SKY VR: http://oldie.co/sky-vr/ Loyle Carner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dugqylGhjrk --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
9/18/2020 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 37 seconds
Ep21: Director Malia James
In our first US interview, we chat to LA-based director Malia James. Malia has directed plenty of music videos for high profile artists, as well as many commercials, and a short film made in collaboration with Tove Lo. Here are some of the pieces we discuss in the episode: Green Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3cpdkhtGx0 Rita Ora: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCQK6LmhYqc&list=PLpm-2F1VB8D2-T93inYpGMETC8-RhjMUs&index=6&t=0s Blue Lips: https://vimeo.com/288297576 Truly: http://maliajames.com/video/truly--entrances --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
9/4/2020 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 2 seconds
Ep20: Cinematographer Olan Collardy
This week we chat to the talented, funny and all-round lovely DP Olan Collardy. We talk about how his love for cinematography led him to leave an established career and his grind initiating and shooting his own projects and making a name for himself. We discuss some of his shorts, music videos and commercials. Here are the jobs we chat about in the podcast: The Chippie: https://www.olancollardy.com/the-chippie Appreciation: https://www.olancollardy.com/appreciation Jnr Williams: https://vimeo.com/396141945 Glowie: https://vimeo.com/376788313 Process: https://vimeo.com/306080433 OPPO: https://vimeo.com/383713395 Guerlain: https://vimeo.com/381716308 --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
8/21/2020 • 1 hour, 57 minutes, 57 seconds
Ep19: Cinematographer David Procter
David Procter is an established and sought-after DP based in the UK. In this fascinating and in-depth episode, we discuss David's music video, commercial and long form work. Here are links to the jobs we discuss during the show. Dermot Kennedy - Power Over Me: https://vimeo.com/304643155 Issey Miyake: https://vimeo.com/155142598 McLaren: https://vimeo.com/208048523 Infiniti QX30: https://vimeo.com/249658903 Innocents (Watch on Netflix): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6XshabV0010 Bypass: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=anSBAbh-V0Y Blood Cells: https://vimeo.com/130311793 --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
8/7/2020 • 1 hour, 49 minutes, 43 seconds
Ep18: Cinematographer George Burt
George Burt is a UK-based features cinematographer. We discuss his grind and rise through the world of low budget features. Here are the trailers for the features we chat about. Pandorica: https://george-burt.com/portfolio/pandorica-international-trailer G-Loc: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hG6oX5BNaw&feature=youtu.be --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
7/31/2020 • 41 minutes, 45 seconds
Ep17: Key Grip Paul Kemp
Paul Kemp is a key grip working on features and dramas in the UK. His credits include Peaky Blinders s5, Britannia s2, Black Mirror, In Darkness, Silent Witness, Fortitude and many more. In this hugely informative episode we cover the role of the grip, the union and NVQ system in the UK, methodologies for working with dolly, handheld, and technocrane, and much much more! Check out Paul's instagram below: https://www.instagram.com/beargripsuk/ --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
7/24/2020 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 50 seconds
Ep16: Making your first feature film with Director James Webber
Today's episode coincides with the trailer release of director James Webber's first feature film, 'Sorority', shot by our co-host Lorenzo Levrini. In this episode, James and Lorenzo talk about what it takes to make a low budget feature and how they went about making this one. **UPDATE** Sorority is now available on Amazon Prime! https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/0OMK1EROAR849WCFCVD13SBFY4/ref=share_ios_movie Check out the trailer and find out more about the film on here: https://sororityfilm.com --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
7/20/2020 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 14 seconds
Ep15: Cinematographer Kate Reid BSC
This week we chat to amazing DP Kate Reid BSC. Kate's TV drama credits include The Nevers, Hanna, Press, Marcella, and many more. Check out BBC's press, which we chat about in detail: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0bjpsjr And check out Kate's website: http://katereiddop.com/ --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
7/17/2020 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 27 seconds
Ep 14: Cinematographer Rina Yang & Focus Puller Kate Molins
This week we are joined by DP Rina Yang and her regular focus puller Kate Molins for an insightful and entertaining chat about the collaboration between a DP and their focus puller, as well as a look into each of their individual careers and roles. Check out Rina's website: https://rinayang.com Sitting in Limbo on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p08g29ff/sitting-in-limbo Make sure you follow Kate and Rina on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kate__mo__/ https://www.instagram.com/the_rinayang/ --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
7/10/2020 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 15 seconds
Ep13: Cinematographer Eben Bolter BSC
Eben Bolter BSC is one of the UK’s most exciting narrative DPs, working across TV series and features. In this 2 hour episode we cover a huge array of topics such as the projects he has shot, how he collaborates with directors, actors and his crew, his approach to his career, choosing projects, HDR and workflow, lighting, lensing and much more! Don't miss BTS and stills by clicking on the supporting materials below: https://ep13.cinematographersontheloose.com Here are some links to the work we discuss in the episode: Avenue 5 - Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8Zr3f-_Ft8&t=8s Avenue 5 - BTS look - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=za7ftr3VhGs The Feed - Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hdDWJNr-zFI&t=1s White Dragon / Strangers - Trailer - https://vimeo.com/276624243 The Woman in White – Cinematography Sizzle reel https://vimeo.com/354178546 iBoy - Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbEWtpSmJXg Road Games - Trailer - https://trailers.apple.com/trailers/ifcfilms/roadgames/ For more, check out Eben’s website and IMDB: https://www.ebenbolter.com/ https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4201559/ --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
7/3/2020 • 2 hours, 5 minutes, 29 seconds
Ep12: Director Dylan Holmes Williams
Dylan Holmes Williams is a London based director represented by Stink Rising. His short film The Devil's Harmony was the winner of the Jury Award for International Fiction at Sundance Film Festival 2020. Here is the trailer: https://vimeo.com/255302784 The film is available to view on demand here: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/thedevilsharmony And here is the second project we discuss, Stilts: https://vimeo.com/358390547 --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
6/26/2020 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 23 seconds
Ep11: Producer Anthony Toma
This week we speak with producer Anthony Toma, who has produced many commercials and music videos through his London based production company Toma Productions. He also co-produced The Devil's Harmony, winner of the Jury Award for International Fiction at Sundance Film Festival 2020. We chat about Anthony's way into the industry, his ethos, how he deals with pressure and balancing everybody's needs, and we also talk through these two jobs: TCL Plex - Discover Greatness: https://vimeo.com/369387153 Dimension - Black Church: https://vimeo.com/234864048 Here is Toma Productions' website: https://tomaproductions.co.uk --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
6/19/2020 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 35 seconds
Ep10: Director Dumas Haddad
Dumas Haddad is a talented director from London. We catch up with him about his roots, his approach and his collaborations. Here's the two jobs we discuss in the episode: https://vimeo.com/296310688 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYZ-iVYLY38 --- BLACK LIVES MATTER Here are the two instagram accounts we mention in the intro: https://www.instagram.com/sporasco/ https://www.instagram.com/freethework/ You can also check out this "Ways you can help" website: https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ For other resources, have a look at our instagram story highlights. --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
6/12/2020 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 53 seconds
Ep9: Focus Pullers Anil Duru and Marcus Albertsen
Anil Duru and Marcus Albertsen are skilled and busy focus pullers working in the London short form scene, and increasingly also in long form. In this episode, they chat through their beginnings, how they do their job as a focus puller, and discuss techniques and equipment. We chat about the best way to become a focus puller, and also how to get started in the camera department as a trainee, how to approach focus pullers for work, and how to behave on set to get ahead. Check out Anil and Marcus' instagram profiles: https://www.instagram.com/anildurucamera https://www.instagram.com/marcusalbertsen --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
6/5/2020 • 55 minutes, 50 seconds
Ep8: Cinematographer David Wright
David Wright is an accomplished cinematographer working in London. In this episode we take an in-depth dive into a crazy commercial and an iconic Slowthai music video, as well as discussing David's background as an assistant and his approach to cinematography. Click here for supporting materials, full of BTS photos and videos for the jobs discussed: https://ep8.cinematographersontheloose.com And here's links to the work. Bahroma Commercial: https://vimeo.com/391339640 Slowthai ft. Skepta - Inglorious: https://vimeo.com/336595910 --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
5/29/2020 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 45 seconds
Ep7: Camera Operator James Davis ACO
James Davis ACO is a camera operator, Movi operator and specialist, and tracking vehicle specialist, and co-founder of Motion24, the UK's foremost exponents of high quality Movi solutions. In this episode we cover camera operating in a broader sense, see what innovations James has brought in to elevate the Movi to new levels, discuss the Ultra Arm Porsche car he designed and built in collaboration with Action 99 Cars, and much more! Here are some of the jobs we cover in the episode: Birmingham Commonwealth Games Handover: https://vimeo.com/265605591 Charlie Winston - The Weekend (And BTS) https://vimeo.com/269876094 https://vimeo.com/276241556 Star Alliance: https://vimeo.com/282674661 Here is a fun BTS of a job James did with Lorenzo, where you can see James operating the Movi: https://vimeo.com/226027836 And here is a promo that shows off the Ultra Arm Porsche: https://vimeo.com/333085753 --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
5/22/2020 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 57 seconds
Ep6: Director Bruno Chiecco
This week we have director Bruno Chiecco. Bruno has had a really interesting route into directing, starting with photography, then focus pulling. Here is the Barbados film we discuss in the episode: https://vimeo.com/379356832 Make sure you check out Bruno's website, and The Big Sky, great friends of the show and the production company where Bruno directs full time: http://brunochiecco.com https://www.thebigsky.co.uk --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographersontheloose https://www.facebook.com/pg/Cinematographers-On-The-Loose-104520677909322/
5/15/2020 • 44 minutes, 55 seconds
Ep5: 1st Assistant Director Ty Hack
This week we have 1st Assistant Director Ty Hack. His experience spans feature films, music videos, TV, commercials and shorts. Here is the IMDB entry for the feature film we discuss. The trailer isn't out yet! https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10942144 --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook.
5/8/2020 • 46 minutes, 28 seconds
Ep4: Cinematographer Diana Olifirova
This week we have Director of Photography Diana Olifirova on the show. Here are the two projects we cover in detail during the episode: https://www.dianaolifirova.com/leash https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOEXtrPFEzc You can see more of Diana’s work here: https://www.dianaolifirova.com And here is Diana's Instagram. --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook.
4/30/2020 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 23 seconds
Ep3: Cinematographer Nick Morris
Today we have Director of Photography Nick Morris. He talks to us about how he got started, his approach to his work, shooting film, and much more. Here are the two projects we cover in detail during the episode: http://www.nickmorrisdop.com/#/tommy-hilfiger-leaders-of-now/ https://vimeo.com/334771744 You can see more of Nick’s work here: http://www.nickmorrisdop.com --- Follow Cinematographers On The Loose on Instagram and Facebook.
4/24/2020 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 9 seconds
Ep2: Dimitris Lambridis
Today on the podcast, Tommi and Lorenzo interview cinematographer and photographer Dimitris Lambridis, who after starting out in the industry as a gaffer, has hung up the gloves and started shooting. Dimi's work: http://doplambridis.com https://www.instagram.com/dlambsauce/ Here are the two projects discussed in the show: UNHCR - Refugees Welcome TVC https://vimeo.com/385246108 Deaf Radio - Animals https://vimeo.com/369162924
4/17/2020 • 52 minutes, 59 seconds
Ep1: Meet the Hosts
In this first episode, we meet cinematographers Tommi Terminet and Lorenzo Levrini, hear a bit about how they got started, and learn what's to come in this podcast.