It is with great sadness that we share the news that Giuseppe Rotunno AIC ASC has died at the age of 97. The legendary Italian cinematographer passed away at his home in Italy on Sunday. He is one of the true greats and shone like a beacon across the …
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Joint Announcement Between Sony and the IMAGO Technical Committee
Sony and the IMAGO Technical Committee are pleased to announce that, after several meetings at IBC exhibitions, one of the requests from the cinematographers, DITs and colorists community gathered by the Technical Committee (ITC) in its latest survey has been …
Belgian Law Affords IMAGO Opportunity To Proceed With An Electronic Election
The Belgian law of December 20, 2020 (M.B., December 24, 2020) has provided authorisation for the members of IMAGO to participate remotely (by phone or video) in a General Assembly and election by using an electronic means of communication, subject to certain …
A Masterclass With Award-Winning Swedish Cinematographer Ulf Brantås FSF
Multi-award winning cinematographer Ulf Brantås, FSF, is one of the most sought-after, experienced and versatile Swedish Directors of Photography working today. Winner of both a European Film Award and a Guldbagge, and widely admired for his ability to adapt …
In Memoriam: Steven Manios Sr. (1938-2021)
We're very sad to report the news that Steven Manios Sr. has passed away at the age of 82. The founder of Century Precision Optics, his career in Hollywood spanned five decades, resulting in numerous optical devices that became standard equipment in film …
Lived Collegiality and Empathetic Pictures: In Memory of Franz Rath BVK
June 22, 1932 Eltville - December 26, 2020 Graefelfing Our wonderful colleague Franz Rath BVK passed away on Dec. 26, 2020, as we had to learn from his family to our great regret. Franz Rath was one of the most important Directors of Photography in Germany, …
Our Thoughts Go Out To The People Of Croatia
On behalf of the IMAGO Board, I reach out to our friends and colleagues in Croatia, particularly the city of Petrinja, at this very sad time. Not only suffering under COVID-19, but now the enormous loss of life and damage after the effects of an earthquake …
ACS & Deakin University Launch World’s First Camera Workforce Census in Australia
In a world’s first, the Australian Cinematographers Society (ACS) has collaborated with researchers at Deakin University to launch the Camera Workforce Census 2021, a census focused on equity, diversity and career progression of all camera professionals in …
A Message From IMAGO’s Interim Chair Ron Johanson OAM ACS
Warmest greetings to you all, I have currently been at the IMAGO ”helm” for a little over two months and it has been full steam ahead with the Board operating with a great sense of enthusiasm and optimism. My priority, and that of the Board, is to …
Exclusive Interview with DoP Johnny Derango on Fatman, which opens in Cinemas today
Santa Claus, caught in a desperate pinch, is forced to collaborate with the US Military to keep his operations afloat. Meanwhile, a megalomaniacal rich little kid, whom Santa decided to teach a lesson by putting a lump of coal in the kid’s stocking, has hired …
Mark Milsome Coroner’s Inquest Rules Risk To Life Was ”Not Effectively Recognised”
The coroner’s inquest into Mark Milsome’s tragic death while filming a car stunt in Ghana on 18th November 2017 ended on Friday (23rd October) last week. Senior coroner Chinyere Inyama recorded a conclusion of accidental death, and also stated that "shortly …
Sony Introduces Its All-New Interactive Calculator & VENICE Becomes IMAX Certified
Sony are delighted to introduce their all-new interactive calculator which has been specifically designed to determine VENICE film sizes, data rates, recording times & card usage. You can experience the VENICE Film Size Calculator yourself now by …
