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The Cinematography PodcastCapturing terror in THEM: The Scare with DP Brendan UegamaThe second season of the Amazon Prime horror anthology series THEM takes place in 1989 and 1991 Los Angeles. LAPD detective Dawn Reeve is investigating a horrifying murder. As she gets closer to the truth, a dark and menacing force threatens her and her family. THEM: The Scare explores themes of fear, dark family secrets and the supernatural.
Cinematographer Brendan Uegama was a fan of season 1 of THEM, and got a call from his agent to meet with writer, creator and showrunner Little Marvin about shooting season 2. As an anthology series, each season is its own standalone story. Brendan and Little Marvin's...
2024-07-171h 04
The Cinematography PodcastCapturing terror in THEM: The Scare with DP Brendan UegamaThe second season of the Amazon Prime horror anthology series THEM takes place in 1989 and 1991 Los Angeles. LAPD detective Dawn Reeve is investigating a horrifying murder. As she gets closer to the truth, a dark and menacing force threatens her and her family. THEM: The Scare explores themes of fear, dark family secrets and the supernatural.
Cinematographer Brendan Uegama was a fan of season 1 of THEM, and got a call from his agent to meet with writer, creator and showrunner Little Marvin about shooting season 2. As an anthology series, each season is its own standalone story. Brendan and Little Marvin's...
2024-07-171h 04Cinematography Podcast - Cam NoirCapturing terror in THEM: The Scare with DP Brendan UegamaThe second season of the Amazon Prime horror anthology series THEM takes place in 1989 and 1991 Los Angeles. LAPD detective Dawn Reeve is investigating a horrifying murder. As she gets closer to the truth, a dark and menacing force threatens her and her family. THEM: The Scare explores themes of fear, dark family secrets and the supernatural.
Cinematographer Brendan Uegama was a fan of season 1 of THEM, and got a call from his agent to meet with writer, creator and showrunner Little Marvin about shooting season 2. As an anthology series, each season is its own standalone story. Brendan...
2024-07-171h 04
The Making OfA Life in the Industry with Bryce ButtonIn this special episode, we were fortunate to welcome an industry veteran and thought leader, Mr. Bryce Button. During our chat, we hear Bryce’s story - from his early beginnings on set, to years working in post, and on through his position today as Director of Product Marketing at AJA Video Systems. Bryce sheds light on all the changes the industry has seen over the years — changing formats, evolving workflows, and where things might be heading. It’s a fun and fascinating talk with one of our favorite industry friends. The Making Of is presented by AJA Vi...
2022-11-1045 minThe Cinematography PodcastChecco Varese, ASC on his Emmy winning work for the Hulu series, DopesickThis week we welcome Checco Varese, our friend of the podcast and 4th time guest!
The Hulu series Dopesick tells the complex story of the opioid epidemic through multiple points of view over its eight episode arc. Cinematographer Checco Varese, ASC shot every single episode, and recently earned his first Emmy award in 2022 for Outstanding Cinematography for a Limited or Anthology Series.
Checco decided to approach the story and its characters as a series of four concentric plot circles. At the center of Dopesick is the Appalachian mining town and the small town doctor (Michael Keaton) who serves the community...
2022-11-021h 00Cinematography Podcast - Cam NoirChecco Varese, ASC on his Emmy winning work for the Hulu series, DopesickThis week we welcome Checco Varese, our friend of the podcast and 4th time guest!
The Hulu series Dopesick tells the complex story of the opioid epidemic through multiple points of view over its eight episode arc. Cinematographer Checco Varese, ASC shot every single episode, and recently earned his first Emmy award in 2022 for Outstanding Cinematography for a Limited or Anthology Series.
Checco decided to approach the story and its characters as a series of four concentric plot circles. At the center of Dopesick is the Appalachian mining town and the small town doctor (Michael...
2022-11-021h 00The Cinematography PodcastChecco Varese, ASC on his Emmy winning work for the Hulu series, DopesickThis week we welcome Checco Varese, our friend of the podcast and 4th time guest!
The Hulu series Dopesick tells the complex story of the opioid epidemic through multiple points of view over its eight episode arc. Cinematographer Checco Varese, ASC shot every single episode, and recently earned his first Emmy award in 2022 for Outstanding Cinematography for a Limited or Anthology Series.
Checco decided to approach the story and its characters as a series of four concentric plot circles. At the center of Dopesick is the Appalachian mining town and the small town doctor (Michael Keaton) who serves the community...
2022-11-021h 00
Go Creative ShowDopesick Cinematography (with Checco Varese ASC)Award-winning series DOPESICK is a masterclass in breathtaking cinematography and storytelling. Director of photography Checco Varese ASC shares how he evolved the show's visual approach throughout the series. Checco and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli, discuss the importance of dailies looking as close to final as possible, making office spaces visually-appealing, lighting an entire house for a oner, and much more! Subscribe Now! What you will learn in this episode Evolving color palette of DOPESICK (04:31) Pairing the Sony Venice and FX3 with Zeiss lenses (16:57) Importance of having dailies represent a final look (26:39) Cinematography...
2022-03-291h 00
Popcorn And Soda Starring Tallal Azim#54. Checco Varese , ASCCinematographer Checco Varese, ASC Joins the show to discuss all things HULU's "DOPESICK" Starring Michael Keaton, Rosario Dawson, Peter Sarsgaard and Will Poulter. We deep dive into his start in the industry, early influences, Being a veteran of over 30 years in the industry, Shooting "DOPESICK", working with a stellar cast, shooting during the pandemic, working with Barry Levinson and Danny Strong, Lenses used to create different atmospheres, the contemporary story of this show, We further dive into his projects such as IT: Chapter 2, the future of Cinema and so much more!
2021-10-1943 minThe Cinematography PodcastChecco Varese, ASC on THEM and working in the horror genreThe Cinematography Podcast Episode 136: Checco Varese
Our returning guest Checco Varese, ASC talks to The Cinepod about his latest work on the Amazon Prime show, THEM. As a trained architect, Checco finds some of the same techniques are useful in cinematography, such as understanding the use of space, flow, color, art and construction. Having spatial awareness as a cinematographer helps in understanding physically where the camera can go to allow it enough room during set design.
THEM is a period piece about a Black family that moves to an all-white neighborhood in 1950's Southern California, and the terror they experience...
2021-08-1854 minThe Cinematography PodcastChecco Varese, ASC on THEM and working in the horror genreOur returning guest Checco Varese, ASC talks to The Cinepod about his latest work on the Amazon Prime show, THEM. As a trained architect, Checco finds some of the same techniques are useful in cinematography, such as understanding the use of space, flow, color, art and construction. Having spatial awareness as a cinematographer helps in understanding physically where the camera can go to allow it enough room during set design.
THEM is a period piece about a Black family that moves to an all-white neighborhood in 1950's Southern California, and the terror they experience at the hands of their neighbors...
2021-08-1854 minCinematography Podcast - Cam NoirChecco Varese, ASC on THEM and working in the horror genreOur returning guest Checco Varese, ASC talks to The Cinepod about his latest work on the Amazon Prime show, THEM. As a trained architect, Checco finds some of the same techniques are useful in cinematography, such as understanding the use of space, flow, color, art and construction. Having spatial awareness as a cinematographer helps in understanding physically where the camera can go to allow it enough room during set design.
THEM is a period piece about a Black family that moves to an all-white neighborhood in 1950's Southern California, and the terror they experience at the hands...
2021-08-1854 min
Art of the FrameFrame & Reference w/ David Attenborough's Cinematographer Gavin ThurstonWe are back with another new episode of the Art of the Frame Podcast! This weeks host is Kenny McMillan, a Los Angeles based DP who is also a contributing writer to ProVideo Coalition and the host of the Frame & Reference Podcast. As we continue to widen the scope of this podcast, we are really excited to have Kenny contribute with some fantastic conversations with award winning cinematographers from across the creative spectrum.
This week, Kenny talks with wildlife DP, camera operator and director Gavin Thurston about the documentary "David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet.” Gavin is...
2021-06-151h 10
Frame & Reference Podcast16: “Them” DP Checco Varese, ASCOn todays episode of the Frame & Reference Podcast, Kenny talks with cinematographer Checco Varese, ASC about the new Amazon series “Them.” In this fascinating conversation, Checco talks about his path from being an architect in Peru to shooting shows like “True Blood” and “Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan” and films like “The 33” and “It Chapter Two.” Enjoy the episode and make sure to check out “Them” now streaming on Amazon Video!
Frame & Reference is supported by Filmtools and ProVideo Coalition.
Filmtools is the West Coasts leading supplier of film equipment. From cameras and lights to grip and expendables, Film...
2021-05-131h 09
Go Creative ShowAmazon’s Them Cinematography (with Checco Varese ASC)Horror cinematographer mastermind Checco Varese ASC teaches us how he filmed trauma and fear for Amazon Studios' THEM. Checco explains his approach to the series' gorgeous cinematography and his philosophy as a filmmaker. Checco and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli, discuss ways to invoke anxiety and terror through cinematography, tips for new cinematographers, using virtual filmmaking to film a creature attack on a 1950s bus, the Jordan Peele US controversy and more! Subscribe Now! What you will learn in this episode Invoking fear and terror through THEM’s visual approach (03:30) Horror fi...
2021-04-1546 min
CinefotolatinoChecco Varese ASC - Construyendo miedos - Episodio 18¡Envíanos tus comentarios por aquí!En este número hablaremos con el Director de foto peruano, Checco Varese ASC. Checco nos describe su trabajo, a lado del director Andy Muschietti, en la película "It: capítulo 2". En el episodio se aborda el tema de cómo fue que construyó una atmósfera para el género de terror y los retos que esto implicó.El trabajo de Checco se ha desarrollado en varios países, entre ellos México y Estados Unidos. Ha fotografiado series como "Jack Ryan" para Amazon y "The Return" para A&A. Así...
2020-06-161h 17
The T Stop InnChecco Varese ASC - Keepers Of The MemoriesChecco Varese ASC talks about shooting "It: Chapter 2" as well as Amazon's "Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan" and being the go-to guy for pilot season. We discuss the dynamics of the husband & wife, cinematographer & director relationship and how to juggle parenting and filmmaking along with where our industry is at and where it's going.
2019-09-0752 min
Movie Geeks UnitedThe Art of Cinematography: Checco VareseThe Movie Geeks speak with acclaimed cinematographer Checco Varese, ASC (The 33, True Blood) about his origins as an architect and news cameraman, his experiences working with music legend Prince, and his latest work on the horror epic IT: CHAPTER 2.
2019-08-2335 min