Team Deakins
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About
The Team Deakins podcast is an ongoing conversation between acclaimed cinematographer Roger Deakins and James Deakins, his collaborator, about cinematography, the film business and whatever other questions are submitted. We start with a specific question and end....who knows where! We are joined by guests periodically. Followup questions can be posted in the forums at www.rogerdeakins.com.
Episodes
- CHRIS CARROLL - Assistant Director
In this episode of the Team Deakins Podcast, assistant director Chris Carroll discusses juggling his many duties, building production schedules, and balancing departmental needs. He also shares insights on working with extras and adapting…
- DIANA BURTON - Prop Master
In this episode of the Team Deakins Podcast, prop master Diana Burton discusses her experiences in the film industry, including her work on various productions and the responsibilities of a prop department. She shares stories from her care…
- NICK KAZAN - Writer
In this episode, writer Nick Kazan shares his insights on screenwriting, offering advice on what makes a screenplay effective and how he approaches the writing process. He also discusses navigating the production phase and his views on bal…
- TITUS WELLIVER - Actor
Titus Welliver, known for his role in "Bosch," discusses his journey to becoming an actor and his perspective on the craft. He reflects on his experiences working with cinematographers and shares inspirations behind his performances.
- STEVE RAMSEY - Gaffer
In this episode, gaffer Steve Ramsey discusses his responsibilities, adjusting his process for various cinematographers, and his experiences working on Steven Spielberg films. He also shares insights into lighting techniques and offers car…
- JOHN HILLCOAT - Director
In this episode, director John Hillcoat discusses the portrayal of violence in his films, including "The Road" and "The Proposition." He also talks about the differences between working in television and film, and his early career shooting…
- PETER BRADSHAW - Film Critic
Peter Bradshaw, film critic at The Guardian, discusses his career, how he became a film critic, and the changes in film criticism due to social media. He also talks about balancing subjectivity and objectivity in his reviews and the role o…
- MALGOSIA TURZANSKA - Costume Designer
Malgosia Turzanska, a costume designer, joins Team Deakins to discuss her career, design process, and experiences working on various films. She shares how she collaborates with actors and directors to develop characters through costume des…
- FIONA CROMBIE - Production Designer
Fiona Crombie, a production designer, talks about her design process, managing resources on films, her daily schedule, and communication with filmmakers. She also shares insights on working on period films, balancing budget with artistic v…
- HLYNUR PÁLMASON - Writer / Director
Hlynur Pálmason, writer and director of films like GODLAND, discusses his unique filmmaking process, including his writing, location scouting, and budget strategies. He also reflects on his film school experience and the historical context…
- MARTIN CAMPBELL - Director
Director Martin Campbell discusses his career, including his work on "Casino Royale," "GoldenEye," and the 1985 BBC series "Edge of Darkness." He shares insights on casting, filming challenges, and adapting the series into a feature film.…
- JACK FISK - Production Designer
In this episode of the Team Deakins Podcast, production designer Jack Fisk discusses his work and collaborations on various films. He shares stories about designing sets for films like DAYS OF HEAVEN, THE THIN RED LINE, and MULHOLLAND DRIV…
- NICHOLAS BRITELL - Composer
Composer Nicholas Britell discusses his process for scoring films and television, including his work on JAY KELLY, DON'T LOOK UP, MOONLIGHT, THE BIG SHORT, and 12 YEARS A SLAVE. He elaborates on his collaboration with directors and the rol…
- KELLY REICHARDT & CHRISTOPHER BLAUVELT - Director & Cinematographer
Director Kelly Reichardt and cinematographer Christopher Blauvelt join Team Deakins to discuss their careers, including how they entered the film industry and their collaborative partnership. They also delve into the making of their film,…
- FATIH AKIN - Writer / Director
Fatih Akin discusses his career as a writer and director, including the making of his films AMRUM, IN THE FADE, and THE EDGE OF HEAVEN. He also talks about making movies in the German film system, and the influence of Bruce Lee on his work.
- JAMES SLATTERY - Colourist
In this episode of the Team Deakins Podcast, colourist James Slattery discusses his work in film post-production. He explains the role of a colourist, common terminology, and the collaborative aspects of the job, from timing dailies to fin…
- CHRIS LOWE - Production Designer
Chris Lowe, a production designer known for films like THE LAST JEDI and SKYFALL, discusses his career. He shares insights on working with directors, managing budgets, and delegating tasks to the art department. The episode also touches on…
- EMBETH DAVIDTZ - Actor / Director
Embeth Davidtz joins Team Deakins to discuss her directorial debut, "Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight," an adaptation of Alexandra Fuller's book. She shares insights into the film's production, including her approach to directing the lea…
- CÉSAR CHARLONE - Cinematographer
César Charlone discusses his cinematography approach, post-production, and preparation. He also details his work on "City of God" and his collaborations with director Fernando Meirelles. Additionally, Charlone shares insights into his dire…
- KATE WINSLET - Actor / Director
Kate Winslet discusses her acting career, her directorial debut "Goodbye June," and her experiences with directing and producing. She shares insights on inheriting accents, playing real-life characters, and creating a conducive environment…
- KLEBER MENDONÇA FILHO - Writer / Director
Kleber Mendonça Filho, writer and director, joins Team Deakins to discuss his films and his approach to filmmaking in Brazil. He talks about the influence of Brazilian history and politics in his work, and the making of his films THE SECRE…
- LEDs - with Jeffrey Lee, Ph.D.
Team Deakins speaks with Jeffrey Lee, Ph.D. from Fiilex Lighting about LED technology. They discuss color emission, spectral spikes, and future LED design innovations. This episode returns to the topic of LEDs.
- CRISTIAN MUNGIU - Director
In this episode of the Team Deakins Podcast, director Cristian Mungiu discusses his filmmaking process and cinematic storytelling. He also talks about the social issues explored in his films and the impact of Romania's cinematic history.
- EDGAR WRIGHT - Director
Director Edgar Wright joins Team Deakins to discuss his work on films such as
- TED SCHILOWITZ - Futurist
In this episode, futurist Ted Schilowitz discusses the relationship between technology and entertainment. He covers virtual reality, the origins of the RED camera system, Apple's early digital video, modern consumer trends, and Kodak's mis…
- JAMES LAXTON - Cinematographer
James Laxton, cinematographer for films including "The Underground Railroad" and "Moonlight," discusses his collaborative process, prep work, and specific scenes. He shares insights into his work with director Barry Jenkins and other filmm…
- REFLECTIONS: ON CINEMATOGRAPHY - written by Roger Deakins
Roger Deakins discusses his memoir, "Reflections: On Cinematography," with Roberto Schaefer. The book covers Deakins' life from childhood to his work on films like "No Country for Old Men" and "1917," detailing his creative and practical d…
- LEDs - with Tim S. Kang
In this episode of Team Deakins, Tim S. Kang discusses LED lighting. Topics include the history of lighting in cinema, the evolution of LEDs, and the possibilities of lighting in post-production. The episode also touches on efforts to stan…
- 28 YEARS LATER - with Anthony Dod Mantle
In this episode, cinematographer Anthony Dod Mantle returns to discuss his work on 28 YEARS LATER, detailing the process of shooting with modified iPhones and early conversations with director Danny Boyle. He explains how he jailbroke the…
- IRIS PRIZE LGBTQ+ FILM FESTIVAL - with Lewis Bayley
In this episode, Team Deakins speaks with Iris Prize LGBTQ+ Film Festival Industry Coordinator Lewis Bayley about the importance of film festivals and giving back to younger filmmakers. They also share work stories and discuss the festival…
- DANTE SPINOTTI - Cinematographer
In this episode, cinematographer Dante Spinotti discusses his Italian upbringing, his time shooting photographs in Nairobi, Kenya, and his frequent collaborations with director Michael Mann. He also shares his experiences transitioning to…
- ATOM EGOYAN - Director
Director Atom Egoyan talks about his career, including his early love for theater and transition to filmmaking. He discusses the creation of various films, his collaborations with cinematographer Paul Sarossy, and his approach to storytell…
- MARK FRIEDBERG - Production Designer
Mark Friedberg, a production designer known for his work on films such as "Joker" and "The Underground Railroad," shares insights into his career and design process. He discusses his collaborations with directors like Barry Jenkins and the…
- MICHAEL MCDONOUGH - Cinematographer
Cinematographer Michael McDonough is interviewed on the Team Deakins Podcast. He discusses his career, including work on "BOSCH", "SUNSET SONG", and "WINTER'S BONE". He also shares insights on working with directors Debra Granik and Michae…
- DEBRA GRANIK - Director
In this episode of the Team Deakins Podcast, director Debra Granik discusses social realism, her filmmaking approach, and the challenges of directing films focused on American poverty. She also talks about the influence of Dogme 95 and her…
- GARRET DILLAHUNT - Actor
Garret Dillahunt joins the Team Deakins Podcast to discuss his acting career, including his transition from theater to film and television. He shares experiences from projects like "No Country for Old Men" and "Deadwood," and reflects on n…
- BARRY JENKINS - Director
Director Barry Jenkins discusses his career journey, including his experiences with "Moonlight," "The Underground Railroad," and "Mufasa: The Lion King." He also talks about his production company, PASTEL, and his approach to filmmaking.
- FRED SPECKTOR - Agent
In this episode of the Team Deakins Podcast, agent Fred Specktor discusses his career, from his early days at MCA to his current role at CAA. He shares stories from his time in Hollywood and offers his predictions for the future of movies.
- TRACY LETTS - Actor / Writer
Tracy Letts, actor and writer, joins Team Deakins to discuss his career journey from the Chicago theatre scene to acting in films and television. He talks about adapting his plays like AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY and BUG into films, and his exper…
- STEVEN SODERBERGH - Director
Steven Soderbergh, director, joins Team Deakins to discuss his filmmaking career, including his early work, directing "Out of Sight," and his approach to cinema. He also talks about the importance of character in the film business.
- LUCY PREBBLE - Playwright / Writer
Lucy Prebble, a playwright and writer known for her work on "Succession" and "I Hate Suzie," joins Team Deakins to discuss her career. She shares insights into storytelling for stage and screen, her writing process for plays and television…
- DAVE FREETH - Inventor of the Stabileye
In this episode of Team Deakins, Dave Freeth, inventor of the Stabileye, discusses the inception and design of the remotely-operated, motorized camera stabilization system. He also shares how the Stabileye is adapting to newer camera model…
- A LOOK AT TWO INSPIRATIONAL FILMS - with Joe Walker - Part 2
In this episode, Joe Walker concludes his discussion on Jean-Pierre Melville's "Army of Shadows," analyzing its pacing, use of music, and adaptation from the source material. He also shares his perspectives on how varying film diets can re…
- A LOOK AT TWO INSPIRATIONAL FILMS - with Joe Walker - Part 1
In this episode of the Team Deakins Podcast, editor Joe Walker discusses "In Cold Blood," examining its filmmaking techniques, structure, cinematography, editing, and Quincy Jones's score. The discussion also touches on innovations in film…
- PULLING A FILM TOGETHER - with Paula McGann
In this episode of the Team Deakins Podcast, Paula McGann discusses the process of film production from development to navigating the film marketplace. She shares insights on script breakdown, budgeting, sales agents, and resilience in the…
- TURNING THE TABLES - 'TRUE GRIT' - with David Mullen
In this episode of the Team Deakins Podcast, cinematographer David Mullen discusses the 2010 film True Grit with Roger and James Deakins. They cover various aspects of the film's production, the western genre, and working with actress Hail…
- MATTHEW SPECKTOR - Author
Author Matthew Specktor joins Team Deakins to discuss his memoir, "The Golden Hour," and reflects on the changing film industry, Hollywood's power shifts, and film funding. He also shares insights into the lives of industry figures and the…
- DELIVERABLES & PRESERVING AUTHORIAL INTENT - with Steve Yedlin
In this episode, cinematographer Steve Yedlin joins Team Deakins to discuss deliverables and preserving authorial intent in post-production. The conversation covers HDR, evolving technology, and the economic realities of film restoration,…
- PHILIP BARANTINI - Director
Philip Barantini, director of ADOLESCENCE, BOILING POINT, and ACCUSED, discusses his career journey from actor to director. He shares insights into the making of the BOILING POINT television series, including its financing and single-shot…
- PHIL ALDEN ROBINSON - Writer / Director
In this episode, writer and director Phil Alden Robinson discusses his career and films such as "Field of Dreams" and "The Sum of All Fears." He shares his experiences from early career challenges to working on major productions and reflec…