How do you put together one of the most visually complex movies of recent cinema? The cinematography of Tenet, shot by Hoyte van Hoytema, is quite a masterpiece that not a lot of people seem to be discussing. Shockingly, the Oscars were not interested in even nominating the movie or the cinematography. We think it’s a masterpiece, not because every shot is perfectly refined, but rather due to Hoytema’s hypersensitivity to maintain realism and being able to push the boundary of naturalistic lighting. The cinematography puts the viewers in a state of intense immersion that perfectly serves the story and momentum of Tenet. With the lenses, lighting, and of course the infamous IMAX 70mm cameras, Hoytema was able to deliver extremely naturalistic and bold visuals that strictly served the story. You can check out our video discussion here: The cameras Tenet has more IMAX footage than any other film in history. Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Wednesday, 16 June, 2021