All in Summer Issue 2022

Primetime Graduate Showcase 2022

Primetime Graduate Showcase 2022

Francesca Zerenghi
Summer Issue 2022

And we are back celebrating the incredible talent and creatives rising from the Primetime Graduation Showcase 2022. Head over here to find about more about the incredible work Primetime is accomplishing.

During such new exciting times, with so many positive changes and improvements to be looking forward to, Primetime applauds and showcases women graduates to give them greater visibility and connect them with established members in our community.

All of those listed below have either been shortlisted or nominated for Student BAFTAs both in UK and LA, are RTS Student Award and Grierson Award winners & nominees, have had their film screened at a BAFTA or Academy accredited film festival, or have been selected for one of our international Industry friends' programmes.

‘Elvis’ Cinematographer Mandy Walker, on filmmaking, lifestyle choices and more. 

‘Elvis’ Cinematographer Mandy Walker, on filmmaking, lifestyle choices and more. 

Francesca Zerenghi
Summer Issue 2022

F: What made you say ‘yes’ to ELVIS?

M: It’s my fourth project with Baz, and we have developed such a great collaboration over the years, from Australia to the Chanel short films. I love working with him and he is a true visionary. When I got the script I was extremely excited, it’s a great story. His imagination always inspires me, so of course, I said ‘yes’ immediately.

Cinegirl goes International! – Our Highlights of the Euro Cine Expo in Munich

Cinegirl goes International! – Our Highlights of the Euro Cine Expo in Munich

Anna Halasz
Summer Issue 2022

The first Euro Cine Expo took place in Munich, at The Zenith Hall at Motorworld last weekend. The event has been launched after extensive research and requests from industry for a new, exciting and innovative European event. Organised and run by a team of people embedded in this industry, who work and deliver successful events in this sector around the world – such as the BSC Expo in London, or Cinegear in Los Angeles. Similarly, this event delivered a mix of exhibition stands, seminars, workshops and networking opportunities in a flexible and central venue. At the first edition of Euro Cine Expo in Munich 2022 there were over one hundred exhibitors & brands showcasing the latest technologies in cinematography, broadcast and film. The visitors had the chance to gain hands-on experience with the latest new products and innovations in Camera, Lighting, Grip and all connected sectors as well.

4 Wonder Women of Cinematography at BSC Expo

4 Wonder Women of Cinematography at BSC Expo

Anna Halasz
Summer Issue 2022

The BSC Expo is Europe’s premier dedicated Film and TV production exhibit, showcasing the latest equipment and technologies. The Expo also hosts a wide range of exhibitors from leading kit manufacturers like ARRI and Kodak, to rental and publishing companies, to networking spaces. Cinegirl was present in collaboration with Digital Orchard’s Talent Bar that provides a safe networking space for new and established filmmakers.

Affording Your Health

Affording Your Health

Sarah Scott
Summer Issue 2022

Wow, what a crazy couple of years it has been for everyone worldwide. We may be getting used to Covid, disrupted travel, and canceled events, but to top it all off, we are now seeing inflation rising and the general cost of living is increasing.

Another Insightful Cinegirl Club Event: Parenting, Job Sharing and Freelancing in the Film and TV Industry

Another Insightful Cinegirl Club Event: Parenting, Job Sharing and Freelancing in the Film and TV Industry

Anna Halasz
Summer Issue 2022

The Cinegirl Club has been established in partnership with industry-leading motion picture equipment company Panavision to carve out a place for authentic, industry-inspired events designed to bring talent and industry together, and to provide a platform for insights and discussions from professionals across the film industry. Cinegirl Club enables members to unwind, receive industry guidance, and network to nurture genuine contacts and relationships - relationships based on mutual respect and a shared passion for the meaningful advancement of women and underrepresented voices in the film industry.

Hello Emma Dalesman: Cinematographer 

Hello Emma Dalesman: Cinematographer 

Francesca Zerenghi
Summer Issue 2022

Fran: Let’s talk about another project you worked on; Nostalgia Ranch (with Artist/Director Daria Martin) shot on Cooke Anamorphic Primes.

E: This project was shot last year. Daria’s grandmother was a Jewish child in the Czech Republic and escaped months before the Nazi invaded. When this happened, she started to keep a dream diary. The last time I shot with Daria it was on 16mm with no DI and a photochemical print. The companion pieces to ‘Nostalgia Ranch’ were films shot on 16mm Anamorphic (in Brno) and an immersive video game. We used stills from the video game as backgrounds (using back projection) in the studio. The set-design was quite minimal and very linear (within the studio we placed scaffolding towers). I was keen to avoid too much distortion on ‘linear lines’ on wider group shot of all the characters. When I was looking for anamorphic lenses I was very mindful of this and we wanted a relatively clean look with just enough of the anamorphic character, whilst being able to shoot with quite a wide aperture. So, the Cooke Anamorphic primes were the perfect choice.

Meet the British Blacklist at the BSC Expo – Interview with Akua Gyamfi, founder of The British Blacklist

Meet the British Blacklist at the BSC Expo – Interview with Akua Gyamfi, founder of The British Blacklist

Anna Halasz
Summer Issue 2022

Equality, diversity and inclusion is a contemporary discussion across all industries, as well as in different creative departments. The British Blacklist LTD was founded in 2012 with the endeavour of celebrating the work of UK-based Black creatives and those of the wider diaspora who work across Screen, Stage, Literature, and Sound. The British Blacklist has been the go-to platform for information about the exciting work opportunities of UK-based Black storytellers from new talent to established household names to those who have become a part of Hollywood’s elite1.