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How to Light Dark and Gritty | Cinematography Breakdown

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On this episode of 4MFS, we’re taking inspiration from movies like John Wick and Drive to create a gritty, cinematic street scene at night. Host Valentina Vee and DP Natalia Moscoso talk about how to shoot it in a way that conveys a sense of danger. What does that mean in terms of cinematography? It means sodium vapor lighting, color contrast, hard light, strong backlight, and wet downs.

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0:00 – Intro
0:35 – Story/Concept
1:45 – Camera
2:08 – Lighting
6:04 – Wardrobe
6:38 – Filter
6:56 – Breakdown
7:13 – Final Result
7:38 – Outro

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Director: Tue Duong
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Episode Cinematographer: Jucel Andrin
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