Your presentation is not annoying, your explanations are clear and make sense without being too academic, and your videos aren't too long. Outstanding job.
Fascinating! As a landscape/wildlife photographer I often wondered how movie color is managed and modified as well as how a standard "feel" is maintained throughout the movie. This video answered all my questions! Thanks!
For anyone who is interested, the "look development" phase is a lot like how an interior designer will create a palette for your home before any painters come in and do any painting. It's part of the planning phase and works closely with which part of the story is being told in any given scene. Using a LUT is what a lot of people would call "color correction". Some might interpret that as meaning that the colors are being corrected to their true definitions but in reality the correction is more akin to bringing the raw color data closer to what the scene design calls for by normalizing not only the colors but also things like contrast and exposure. The color grading process puts the final touches on that process.
You put it very well! Defining a look is something that should and most of times happens before a project or movie is shot and it defines the way the material is displayed! Thanks for your comment! ☺️
My man. I have watched so many videos on lighting, how to make your movie, look like a movie, etc. But somehow, you managed to blow every single video that I’ve ever watched altogether, totally away! I learned more about lighting in those few minutes, than I’ve ever learned in hours of other videos about lighting. i’m not even sure why, I think it’s just the way you demonstrated it so clearly. Thank you so very much.
Bro didn't waste time, made his points confidently, spoke in a way that was easy to understade with a soft depth to the explanation. Every second of this video was valuable and didn't waste my time. You told me what I wanted to know when I first clicked on your video, you just got a devoted subscription.
What i want to add is, when using practical lights and the out of frame light to „make it stronger“ it’s also to bring the light that the camera captures closer to what we experience in real life. Our eyes are very much different from a camera sensor. Very nice video! I love videos like this 🥰
It has always made me wonder, amazed, how the movie’s scene looks so great compared to the “making of the movie” look of the exact same scene. I would have loved to be a movie directer so I found this video so festinating. Thank you.
You're so right at the end. Well, you're right all the way through, but especially when you talk about the look development with the help of color scientists and custom designers on set... way before even talking about color grading, which is just the cherry on top of the already delicious and perfectly crafted sundae! Good job Jimmy!
The different frames presented at 6:36 is interestng because they are not only different - they make you FEEL different. 1. focus is on the shape of his surroundings - subject looks isolated, helpless and maybe trapped 2. focus is drawn to the background itself - subject seems to be waiting for something to appear 3. focus is on the subject's facial expression - he seems pensive, worried, ashamed
6:14 I agree with this alot. The thing is the light in the background was placed next to a dark window, creating the biggest contrast which would bring unnecessary attention to it. It probably is a ancient instinct we have as humans.
Wow, this was very impressive. I know a thing or two about a thing or two and every time I thought "Yeah but what about ______?" you addressed it using really well thought out examples. I think you covered all the bases but in a way that was to the point. I can't stand when creators take 10 min of content and stretch it to 30, and you didn't. Most importantly, you didn't waste time with a long intro.
Oh, wow. What an amazing video. It‘s not only pretty informative and has a great pacing, it also makes me calm and that‘s amazing. It was pleasing to watch and I also love that these rules of cinematography were also applied to the presentation setting.
dude I've watched so many tutorials from other channels, and It took me so long to figure out the differences in color correcting/ grading and look, and I just binged a couple of your videos, and it feels like a light bulb (ba-dum-ts) turned on in my head. Excellent videos, bravo! Also, the grading on your videos -- chef's kiss
Whatever the youtube algorithm is, it helped me catch your ISO video in the related section and I have been watching your videos for the last 2hrs. Very entertaining content! I went to school for Cinema and TV Arts but since I've been an AE at a boring Marketing/Ad company, my interest in how to capture a movie or any of the other topics you've touched on has gone down the drain! Your channel has sort of almost raised my interest into these concepts all over again! Thanks for the work you put into your videos 😁
Just a casual viewer who is a creative and saw this thumbnail and decided to watch. OMG what a great video. I found it very interesting and I learned a lot! Thank you! You did a fantastic job on this UA-cam video. 👏🏻
This video was a great example of how cinematography is what truly makes all the movies we love. Imagine a movie like fight club or j unchained without it. More ppl should watch this so it can be appreciated.. cuz bad lighting or not matching it up with a previous shot, takes us out of the world we want to escape to
subscribed and liked. This is such a good introduction to lighting. Very easy to understand and well presented. I'm sure a lot of people will find this very useful.
I have seen a couple of your videos and definitely plan on running through most if not all. You provide so much knowledge and value in these videos. You have just amazing knowledge in this skill and I wanted to let you know how much it's appreciated. Also the lighting and setup you have for your videos is great, you create such a comfy and warming atmosphere. The effort put into these is amazing, I never lose focus or interest when watching, and all those little subtle jokes are great!! Excited for more and would love to hear about any of your work
Your videos are always so helpful. You don't hide things like other youtubers. I loved the part in which you explained how that lady is looking out of the window and during her closeup, a motivated light is used. I can even relate with ur final words, most looks are done thru lighting during production and not color grading. Even I have a strict rule of ensuring max. adjustments while shooting so that there's no probs at all while editing.
I'm not sure if you mentionned it but camera MOVEMENT is really important to give this feeling of a movie. I would say : -Camera Movement -DOP -Lighting -Scenery/Photography -Color grade -Acting Are the keys
8:00 Thank you for bringing this topic up. I never knew that Look development is the first step in Pre-production before color grading in post-production for minute tweaking & finesse. As you said on UA-cam all I've heard is color grading never look development. Basically as per my understanding, Look development/LUT first (based on lighting, costume design, set/environment), then Raw footage added with LUT, and in the last color grading, correct? Fill free to share your knowledge under my comment regarding this topic since I would love to know more about the process.
Thank you so much! I have been trying for soooo long to put a name to the concept of 'look development' and everyone just said it was lighting and color grading! You have answered a longstanding question for me! Much appreciated! I can die happy;-)
This is a spot on explanation with simple descriptions. You adequately explain the subject of cinema look in simple terms that will also be correct at the highest levels of discourse. Congratulations on such a great piece. Though an editing you make it appear that John Daro was working on Resolve. I literally did a double take to check he was still on his Baselight.
I'm only half way through this video and I am enjoying sooo much! You explain so nice and this is such a great refresh for filmmakers. I have saved it in my YT favourites and I've also instantly subbed to your channel. Now diving back into it with such excitement mate, thanks a lot and looking forward to watching more from your channel!
Comments like this really help me as a creator to keep making videos! Thanks man! Also I suppose you’re Italian from your name. I’m Italian too! Grazie del supporto! 🙏🏻
@Jimmy on Film if my comment could spur you on creating even one more video like this I would be the happiest guy❤ Needless to say go on and I'll be waiting for your next videos. Also, the fact you're italian too is such a great discover and the cherry on the top! (For the records, I couldn't get any italian accent in your voice...if anything I assumed you were American 😅 which fits very well with the topic of your video!)
Those 3 different basement shots, absolutely amazing how each one gives a different type of feel and emotion Loved the video, well explained and well exampled 🙏🏼
1:38 2 light setup, hard source replicating the sun & soft source replicating the sky 2:27 lighting comparisons 3:16 motivated lighting 4:36 8:46 Color grading before & after
New Subscriber here. That was great ! I remember reading Orson Welles dismissal of a lighting cameraman's attention to detail .. ."We have a deadline. You are not Rembrandt painting with light. Just light the damn shot !"
Great video! I appreciate the effort put into the lighting and color grading. However, despite our advancements in technology, it's still challenging to replicate the authentic look and feel of a film.
Illuminating! No, seriously. I had no idea and I am fascinated by these behind-the-scenes techniques. You led in beautifully with the question I have indeed asked myself a million times. We’ll done!
excellent video. one more key difference between movies and video is the different number frames per second. That's why especially great old movies feel "wrong", disappointing and "video-esque" when watched on a TV instead of the big screen
Frame rate, _artistically tasteful_ lighting, sets/locations and framing, beautiful actors. You could study these for the rest of your life. The most beautiful movie I've seen in my recent memory is _Malèna_ (2000). For some mysterious reason, the Italians have an uncanny ability to produce excellent art (music, visual, gastronomical), no matter what century.
Thanks! Yeah if every shot would be super interesting, without some contrast with “normal” shots I believe the viewer would get bored or the interesting shots would loose some of their power at least
Nice narrative , but excellent work on video.🎉 road to 100k within a couple of months.❤ Also great thumbnail. It design helpful in making it video viral
One of the best video's on this topic! And I've seen alot of them. Great work! Also, what kind of softbox/light do you use? And a suggestion for another video, white balancing and exposing! I still have a hard time doing that correctly, I'm curious how you handle that process. Cheers!
Your presentation is not annoying, your explanations are clear and make sense without being too academic, and your videos aren't too long.
Outstanding job.
Fascinating! As a landscape/wildlife photographer I often wondered how movie color is managed and modified as well as how a standard "feel" is maintained throughout the movie. This video answered all my questions! Thanks!
For anyone who is interested, the "look development" phase is a lot like how an interior designer will create a palette for your home before any painters come in and do any painting. It's part of the planning phase and works closely with which part of the story is being told in any given scene. Using a LUT is what a lot of people would call "color correction". Some might interpret that as meaning that the colors are being corrected to their true definitions but in reality the correction is more akin to bringing the raw color data closer to what the scene design calls for by normalizing not only the colors but also things like contrast and exposure. The color grading process puts the final touches on that process.
You put it very well! Defining a look is something that should and most of times happens before a project or movie is shot and it defines the way the material is displayed! Thanks for your comment! ☺️
One of *the* best presentations I've ever watched on UA-cam. Perfect pacing, excellent examples and clear explanations. Nailed it!!
Hear, hear. It was perfect ! Nothing to be added or subtracted
Absolutely 👍 was gonna comment the same, no tangent speak to leave one to decipher what to take away! Good vid Jimmy !
Great example shoots. Don't know how, but this video's example does the job better than others.
100% This video is one to keep for the books
My man. I have watched so many videos on lighting, how to make your movie, look like a movie, etc. But somehow, you managed to blow every single video that I’ve ever watched altogether, totally away! I learned more about lighting in those few minutes, than I’ve ever learned in hours of other videos about lighting. i’m not even sure why, I think it’s just the way you demonstrated it so clearly. Thank you so very much.
Bro didn't waste time, made his points confidently, spoke in a way that was easy to understade with a soft depth to the explanation. Every second of this video was valuable and didn't waste my time. You told me what I wanted to know when I first clicked on your video, you just got a devoted subscription.
What i want to add is, when using practical lights and the out of frame light to „make it stronger“ it’s also to bring the light that the camera captures closer to what we experience in real life. Our eyes are very much different from a camera sensor. Very nice video! I love videos like this 🥰
It is truly incredible how much emotion and "feel" is given to shots just by these subtle things that make them "cinematic".
It has always made me wonder, amazed, how the movie’s scene looks so great compared to the “making of the movie” look of the exact same scene. I would have loved to be a movie directer so I found this video so festinating. Thank you.
You're so right at the end. Well, you're right all the way through, but especially when you talk about the look development with the help of color scientists and custom designers on set... way before even talking about color grading, which is just the cherry on top of the already delicious and perfectly crafted sundae! Good job Jimmy!
Man, this is knowledge that is so worth having, even for normal photography. Your examples are so helpful, thank you.
Damn you can really feel the extensive amount of effort put into this, I really dig it man.
Dude, this is some good stuff. Very clear and concise, and super helpful. I'm looking forward to your next video!
Thanks man!!! Happy you found it useful :)
@@jimmyonfilmAlways looking for a great channel to drop cinematic knowledge; I'm subscribed! 🎉😊
This might be the best video I’ve seen on this topic.
Thanks😊🙏🏻
I work as an editor and this is the best explanation of lighting, LUT and grade to create mood I've ever heard. Thanks Jimmy!
The different frames presented at 6:36 is interestng because they are not only different - they make you FEEL different.
1. focus is on the shape of his surroundings - subject looks isolated, helpless and maybe trapped
2. focus is drawn to the background itself - subject seems to be waiting for something to appear
3. focus is on the subject's facial expression - he seems pensive, worried, ashamed
6:14 I agree with this alot. The thing is the light in the background was placed next to a dark window, creating the biggest contrast which would bring unnecessary attention to it. It probably is a ancient instinct we have as humans.
So good. Please don't change this great pacing and delivery style as your audience inevitably grows.
extremely underrated channel fr
Wow, this was very impressive. I know a thing or two about a thing or two and every time I thought "Yeah but what about ______?" you addressed it using really well thought out examples. I think you covered all the bases but in a way that was to the point. I can't stand when creators take 10 min of content and stretch it to 30, and you didn't. Most importantly, you didn't waste time with a long intro.
Oh, wow. What an amazing video. It‘s not only pretty informative and has a great pacing, it also makes me calm and that‘s amazing. It was pleasing to watch and I also love that these rules of cinematography were also applied to the presentation setting.
Phenomenal explation. I've watched dozens of these types of videos and this is the best by miles
dude I've watched so many tutorials from other channels, and It took me so long to figure out the differences in color correcting/ grading and look, and I just binged a couple of your videos, and it feels like a light bulb (ba-dum-ts) turned on in my head. Excellent videos, bravo! Also, the grading on your videos -- chef's kiss
So glad I discovered you! I’ll be binging your videos all day now. Thanks so much for the great content!
Wow, thank you so much. Clear, concise, short. Just enough but not too much. Well done, Sir
Whatever the youtube algorithm is, it helped me catch your ISO video in the related section and I have been watching your videos for the last 2hrs. Very entertaining content! I went to school for Cinema and TV Arts but since I've been an AE at a boring Marketing/Ad company, my interest in how to capture a movie or any of the other topics you've touched on has gone down the drain! Your channel has sort of almost raised my interest into these concepts all over again! Thanks for the work you put into your videos 😁
Just a casual viewer who is a creative and saw this thumbnail and decided to watch. OMG what a great video. I found it very interesting and I learned a lot! Thank you! You did a fantastic job on this UA-cam video. 👏🏻
I believe that sharp contrasty colorful looking of the movies is not just because the deco and high end camera but specially the high end lenses
great video, loved your practical examples, especially the composition ones
As a film editing student, this was wonderful to watch. I learned a couple new things too. Awesome video
This video was a great example of how cinematography is what truly makes all the movies we love. Imagine a movie like fight club or j unchained without it. More ppl should watch this so it can be appreciated.. cuz bad lighting or not matching it up with a previous shot, takes us out of the world we want to escape to
subscribed and liked. This is such a good introduction to lighting. Very easy to understand and well presented. I'm sure a lot of people will find this very useful.
I have seen a couple of your videos and definitely plan on running through most if not all.
You provide so much knowledge and value in these videos. You have just amazing knowledge in this skill and I wanted to let you know how much it's appreciated. Also the lighting and setup you have for your videos is great, you create such a comfy and warming atmosphere. The effort put into these is amazing, I never lose focus or interest when watching, and all those little subtle jokes are great!! Excited for more and would love to hear about any of your work
Soft light and hard light technique we use in CG too. Hdri only to look but in that to feed more details we use back light.
Quite a survey of the methods involved in image creation. Lots of visual food for thought. Glad I watched ...
Your videos are always so helpful. You don't hide things like other youtubers. I loved the part in which you explained how that lady is looking out of the window and during her closeup, a motivated light is used. I can even relate with ur final words, most looks are done thru lighting during production and not color grading. Even I have a strict rule of ensuring max. adjustments while shooting so that there's no probs at all while editing.
I'm not sure if you mentionned it but camera MOVEMENT is really important to give this feeling of a movie. I would say :
-Camera Movement
-DOP
-Lighting
-Scenery/Photography
-Color grade
-Acting
Are the keys
An excellent video - thanks for clearing up a few things I never really knew much about!
8:00 Thank you for bringing this topic up. I never knew that Look development is the first step in Pre-production before color grading in post-production for minute tweaking & finesse. As you said on UA-cam all I've heard is color grading never look development. Basically as per my understanding, Look development/LUT first (based on lighting, costume design, set/environment), then Raw footage added with LUT, and in the last color grading, correct?
Fill free to share your knowledge under my comment regarding this topic since I would love to know more about the process.
You have a such a brilliant way of explaining things. Really insightful thank you!
Thank you so much! I have been trying for soooo long to put a name to the concept of 'look development' and everyone just said it was lighting and color grading! You have answered a longstanding question for me! Much appreciated! I can die happy;-)
This is an excellent video! I'm showing it to my students. It explains everything in a very smooth way with very good examples. Thank you Jimmy!
This is a spot on explanation with simple descriptions. You adequately explain the subject of cinema look in simple terms that will also be correct at the highest levels of discourse.
Congratulations on such a great piece.
Though an editing you make it appear that John Daro was working on Resolve. I literally did a double take to check he was still on his Baselight.
Super interesting, and so great with the examples for everything. Thank you!
A perfect video for someone new to directing like myself. Thanks, Jimmy 👏🏾
I'm only half way through this video and I am enjoying sooo much! You explain so nice and this is such a great refresh for filmmakers. I have saved it in my YT favourites and I've also instantly subbed to your channel. Now diving back into it with such excitement mate, thanks a lot and looking forward to watching more from your channel!
Comments like this really help me as a creator to keep making videos! Thanks man! Also I suppose you’re Italian from your name. I’m Italian too! Grazie del supporto! 🙏🏻
@Jimmy on Film if my comment could spur you on creating even one more video like this I would be the happiest guy❤ Needless to say go on and I'll be waiting for your next videos. Also, the fact you're italian too is such a great discover and the cherry on the top! (For the records, I couldn't get any italian accent in your voice...if anything I assumed you were American 😅 which fits very well with the topic of your video!)
Very interesting, also love your calm voice tone and background music.
Wow! Live examples answered my questions already! Great instructor indeed.
your videos are helping me understand so much, keep up the good work and thank you for all of this!
Simple, clear, concise. Great video.
Really concise and yet, very artistic in your wording. Nice job.
Those 3 different basement shots, absolutely amazing how each one gives a different type of feel and emotion
Loved the video, well explained and well exampled 🙏🏼
1:38 2 light setup, hard source replicating the sun & soft source replicating the sky
2:27 lighting comparisons
3:16 motivated lighting 4:36
8:46 Color grading before & after
I've watched many many videos about cinematography over the last 5 Years, but this is honestly one of the best ones. 👌👌
Your voice and the pacing of video was so good that it kept me hooked till the very end of the video.
This is exactly the kind of video i was looking for, great video.
What a nice video. I enjoyed that!
New Subscriber here. That was great ! I remember reading Orson Welles dismissal of a lighting cameraman's attention to detail .. ."We have a deadline. You are not Rembrandt painting with light. Just light the damn shot !"
Great video! I appreciate the effort put into the lighting and color grading. However, despite our advancements in technology, it's still challenging to replicate the authentic look and feel of a film.
You’re actually the best at explaining everything. You’re helping everyone
Thanks! I appreciate it. Happy it was useful :)
Awesome video!!! It felt very short but you covered a lot! Thank you very much!!!
This was a great help for me as I get work on my own videography. Thanks! #Subbed
Its like a professional lesson bro thank you for sharibg your knowledge
improved sensors, lighting, lens, post production, framing, positioning, dynamics, use of color
Illuminating! No, seriously. I had no idea and I am fascinated by these behind-the-scenes techniques. You led in beautifully with the question I have indeed asked myself a million times. We’ll done!
Beautiful. Just beautiful.
Now that was very interesting.
It also reminds me of a book a read quite a while back titled "In the Blink of An Eye: A Perspective on Film Editing"
very well presented my man!! going back to basic is always good. Thank you
Thank You Very Much Sir!
🙂🙏
Thanks for the clear and easy to follow information!
thank you for the clear explanation. learned a lot which makes me appreciate some film even more.
Simply excellent. This video is a masterpiece.
This was such a great video. You explained the concepts so well
Thank you for the wonderful explanation! The best 10 minutes I spent on UA-cam this summer! (I'm a portrait, event photographer, still learned a lot)
Back and front lighting @01:40. The difference between the two is really brought home to you here, the former being far superior.
You're one of the best UA-cam instructors in the film genre.
Amazing details and examples. Thank you for sharing 😊
excellent video. one more key difference between movies and video is the different number frames per second. That's why especially great old movies feel "wrong", disappointing and "video-esque" when watched on a TV instead of the big screen
Interesting, cool video. Very well done. Not all videos on lighting are that well lit. You must be the man! 😄
Many good points. You left an aside at the end which I think would make a great video in its own right.
Fabulous video brother, thank you for sharing your knowledge
Frame rate, _artistically tasteful_ lighting, sets/locations and framing, beautiful actors. You could study these for the rest of your life. The most beautiful movie I've seen in my recent memory is _Malèna_ (2000). For some mysterious reason, the Italians have an uncanny ability to produce excellent art (music, visual, gastronomical), no matter what century.
Very clear explanation! Great job!
Damn dude! Great work there! 👏🏻
i sincerely like the fact where yu talk about how not every shot must have an interesting frame. super important point... plus it saves a lot of time
Thanks! Yeah if every shot would be super interesting, without some contrast with “normal” shots I believe the viewer would get bored or the interesting shots would loose some of their power at least
@@jimmyonfilm over stimulation…. I believe as long as the shots are clean lit well and properly framed it’s good to go
Excellent. Straight-forward. Informative. One of the best online.
Amazing. Such a succinct presentation. Love it.
I enjoyed watching, you went in depth with your explanation for all the methods.
It was a delightful experience to watch this video. Thank you!
Great video, I’d like to see you break down some popular films with great lighting.
Nice narrative , but excellent work on video.🎉 road to 100k within a couple of months.❤
Also great thumbnail. It design helpful in making it video viral
Great video the coach shot using the lamp as practical light. What Kelvin was the key light
My new fave UA-camr 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Dude! Best explanation ever
One of the best video's on this topic! And I've seen alot of them. Great work! Also, what kind of softbox/light do you use?
And a suggestion for another video, white balancing and exposing! I still have a hard time doing that correctly, I'm curious how you handle that process. Cheers!
Very good explanation well done!
Thank you so much for your explaination. Super interesting!
Very informative! Great vid! Love this content
Super interesting and well-presented, especially in combination with the real-world and Hollywood examples. Incredibly helpful🤯
Fascinating! You answered a question I’ve had for decades!