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CinemapodgrapherSnow White with Cinematographer Mandy Walker AM ASC ACSMandy Walker AM ASC ACS’s stunning cinematography has captivated audiences around the world. From Australia to Elvis, Snow White, and commercials for global brands like Chanel, Nike, Louis Vuitton, and Audi — her work is bold, emotional, and always cinematic. In this episode, Mandy shares how she carved her own path without film school, became a trailblazer for women in film, and developed her approach to storytelling on big-budget productions. She also talks through her work on Snow White — from camera tests to musical sequences, and how she lit the sets of Disney’s latest feature. She’s...
2025-04-061h 10
Kermode on FilmOscar-winning Andrea Riseborough on TO LESLIE & Mary Nighy on ALICE, DARLINGIn this week’s episode of the MK3D show, actress Andrea Riseborough joins Mark to talk about her starring role in TO LESLIE, for which she won an Oscar. She plays a West Texas single mother who wins the lottery and squanders it just as fast, leaving behind a world of heartbreak.Mark also welcomes Mark Nighy, to talk about her directorial debut ALICE, DARLING, the tense psychological thriller from a screenplay by Alanna Francis. The film stars Anna Kendrick, Kaniehtiio Horn, Charlie Carrick and Wunmi Mosaku.Mark also flags up the Gi...
2024-12-3156 min
Cinematography SalonMandy Walker, ASC, ACS: Creative Collaboration and Translating the Director’s VisionCinematographer Mandy Walker, ASC, ACS, joins hosts Peter Pascucci and Oren Soffer on this week’s episode of the Cinematography Salon podcast to demystify her techniques, with real-world examples from blockbuster hits like Elvis and Mulan. From collaborations with Baz Luhrmann and the intricacies of lens choice, to translating the director's vision onto the screen in the most collaborative and artistic manner, Mandy's expertise makes this an episode you won’t want to miss.
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2023-09-1454 min
Filmmakers Academy PodcastFinding the Frame, Ep.10 - Cinematographer Mandy Walker, ASC, ACSFilmmakers Academy host Brendan Sweeney sits down with cinematographer and Oscar nominee Mandy Walker ASC, ACS to discuss her work on Elvis, career journey, advice for filmmakers, future of filmmaking and more! Keep with Mandy Walker, ASC, ACS here: https://www.instagram.com/mandywalkerdp/https://www.mandywalkerdp.com/Keep up with Brendan Sweeney here: https://www.instagram.com/brenpancake/https://www.brendanjsweeney.com/Learn filmmaking from artists at the top of their game. Try Filmmakers Academy and become a member today: https://b...
2023-05-021h 27
Film RoundtableCinematographers Mandy Walker ASC ACS, Natasha Braier ASC ADF & Polly Morgan ASC BSC, moderated by Matthew WoolfFilm Roundtable is very excited to welcome back to the show, Mandy Walker, ASC ACS, Natasha Braier ACS ADF, and Polly Morgan ASC, BSC.In this insightful and in-depth conversation, all 3 talented and trailblazing female cinematographers engage in a personal, collaborative, and honest discussion. Amongst the many great topics discussed, they reveal how they have learned to navigate the challenges of getting the job done maintaining respect, and creating a positive team spirit.Breaking down aspects of their latest films, Elvis, She Said, and Woman King, they talk about their prep process, how it’s evo...
2023-03-071h 02
Dolby Creator Talks143 - Best Cinematography Nominees: Academy Awards 2023Table of Contents: 00:02:17 - ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT - James Friend, ASC, BSC. 00:29:23 - BARDO, FALSE CHRONICLE OF A HANDFUL OF TRUTHS - Darius Khondji, ASC, AFC. 00:51:23 - ELVIS - Mandy Walker, ASC, ACS. 01:22:59 - EMPIRE OF LIGHT - Roger Deakins, CBE, ASC, BSC. 01:59:27 - TÁR - Florian Hoffmeister, BSC. We are thrilled to bring you these interviews with ALL FIVE of the nominees in the Cinematography category for this year’s Academy Awards. The nominated Directors of Photography are in alphabetical order, by film, in the index above. This is a s...
2023-03-022h 33
Two Stops Over with Vance Burberry and Nigel DickFour Fingers Less, Fisheye Becomes a Thing in Hip Hop, and Dancing with VFX for Elvis (with Guest Mandy Walker, ASC, ACS - Cinematographer)Cinematographer Mandy Walker, ASC, ACS shares how she got the lensing right for the 50s, 60s, and 70s scenes in the motion picture, Elvis directed by Baz Luhrmann, tells us about the tricky dance she does between accurately depicting period lighting while still making it look cinematic, and she gives us insight on ways to improve the lack of diversity in the industry. Some of Mandy’s credits include Elvis, Mulan, Hidden Figures, and Australia. Vance & Nigel discuss which of this year’s Best Picture Oscar nominees was their favorite, why they don’t love th...
2023-03-0149 min
Go Creative ShowElvis Cinematography (with Mandy Walker, ASC, ACS)ELVIS director of photography Mandy Walker, ASC, ACS breaks down her incredible Oscar-nominated visual approach to the film. We discuss her great level of detail recreating iconic Elvis concerts, how different lenses were used for each of the decades, portraying Elvis’ internal struggles through evolving lighting, and more. Subscribe Now! What you will learn in this episode Relationship with director Baz Luhrmann (03:17) How lens choice represented different time periods of ELVIS (06:10) Camera movement of ELVIS (13:20) The importance of meticulous prep (16:55) What to look for in a great camera operator (22:59) Lighting the Vegas hotel room (25:26) Th...
2023-02-2148 min
CinemapodgrapherShooting drama with Katie Milwright ACSKatie Milwright was the tenth female cinematographer to be accredited by the ACS and was mentored by Mandy Walker ACS ASC. She has shot narrative for Netflix, Amazon, Disney and NBC. We talk about her early days as an assistant, finding mentors, breaking into drama and her approach to preproduction, coverage and lighting.
2022-10-1759 min
Screen Australia PodcastElvis: Baz Luhrmann, Catherine Martin + Mandy Walker ASC ACSElvis writer/director/producer Baz Luhrmann, production designer/costume designer/producer Catherine Martin and director of photographer Mandy Walker ACS ASC break down their approach to filming the Warner Bros movie, which despite being set in 50s, 60s and 70s America was filmed on location in Queensland, Australia. The trio discuss how important pre-production was in creating a cohesive visual look and creative choices they made such as bespoke Panavision lenses.
2022-06-1725 min
The Cinematography PodcastMandy Walker, ASC, ACS on Mulan, Hidden Figures, Australia, Tracks, Shattered Glass, working with directors Niki Caro and Baz LuhrmannMandy Walker believes that her job as a cinematographer is not just to make pretty pictures, but to enhance an emotion with lenses, camera placement and lighting. She works on a gut and emotional level for films, getting across the feelings of the characters- a DP's arsenal of tricks should only help convey what's going on in the scene. For Mulan, Mandy and director Nikki Caro wanted to take a different approach from the Disney animated version, and were free to interpret the film as they wished. Mandy watched several Chinese action films such as House of Flying Daggers and...
2020-09-081h 18Cinematography Podcast - Cam NoirMandy Walker, ASC, ACS on Mulan, Hidden Figures, Australia, Tracks, Shattered Glass, working with directors Niki Caro and Baz LuhrmannMandy Walker believes that her job as a cinematographer is not just to make pretty pictures, but to enhance an emotion with lenses, camera placement and lighting. She works on a gut and emotional level for films, getting across the feelings of the characters- a DP's arsenal of tricks should only help convey what's going on in the scene. For Mulan, Mandy and director Nikki Caro wanted to take a different approach from the Disney animated version, and were free to interpret the film as they wished. Mandy watched several Chinese action films such as House of Flying Daggers...
2020-09-081h 18
The Cinematography PodcastMandy Walker, ASC, ACS on Mulan, Hidden Figures, Australia, Tracks, Shattered Glass, working with directors Niki Caro and Baz LuhrmannThe Cinematography Podcast Episode 90: Mandy Walker
Mandy Walker believes that her job as a cinematographer is not just to make pretty pictures, but to enhance an emotion with lenses, camera placement and lighting. She works on a gut and emotional level for films, getting across the feelings of the characters- a DP's arsenal of tricks should only help convey what's going on in the scene. For Mulan, Mandy and director Nikki Caro wanted to take a different approach from the Disney animated version, and were free to interpret the film as they wished. Mandy watched several Chinese action films such...
2020-09-081h 18
The T Stop InnMandy Walker ACS ASC - An Artist and a GeneralMandy Walker ACS ASC talks about shooting the new live-action "MULAN" for Disney on the ALEXA 65, "HIDDEN FIGURES" on 35mm, collaborating with great directors like Niki Caro and Baz Luhrmann and how she prepares for a big film including camera and lens testing and creating custom LUTs.
2019-08-0254 min
The KodakeryMandy Walker: Life as a DP- "Hidden Figures" and beyondMandy Walker, ASC, ACS spent some time talking with us for this week’s episode. Mandy is a seasoned cinematographer, shooting from behind the lens on many films like Australia, Tracks, and the recently Oscar Nominated film Hidden Figures. We focus on what it took to shoot Hidden Figures and what she faces as a cinematographer daily, on any project.
2017-03-2228 min